There's also 'Assassin's Creed: Renaissance' by Oliver Bowden. It's based on the popular video game series and offers a detailed look at the assassin's world during the Renaissance period.
One popular CIA assassin fiction book is 'The Bourne Identity' by Robert Ludlum. It follows the story of a man with amnesia who discovers he has deadly skills and a connection to the CIA. Another is 'Red Sparrow' by Jason Matthews, which delves into the world of a Russian intelligence officer and has elements related to CIA - like espionage and assassinations. There's also 'Agent 6' by Tom Rob Smith that features a complex plot involving a CIA - related character in a world of international intrigue.
One great fiction assassin book is 'The Name of the Wind' by Patrick Rothfuss. The main character Kvothe has some assassin - like skills and his story is full of adventure. Another is 'The Lies of Locke Lamora' by Scott Lynch. Locke is a master of thievery and deception, which is related to the stealthy nature of assassins. And 'Red Sister' by Mark Lawrence also features a strong female character with assassin - like abilities in a unique fantasy world.
Sure. 'Red Sparrow' by Jason Matthews is a great one. It features a female assassin in a complex web of international espionage. Another is 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo' where Lisbeth Salander, a sort of anti - hero assassin - like character, uses her skills to fight against injustice. And 'Kill the Queen' by Jennifer Estep, which has a strong female assassin protagonist in a fantasy setting.
Sure. 'The Killer' by Jo Nesbø is a great one. It's a dark and gritty story about a hitman. Another is 'A Gentleman in Moscow' by Amor Towles. Although not strictly an assassin book, there are elements of a man having to use his wits in a way similar to an assassin in a confined and dangerous environment. Also, 'The Man from St. Petersburg' by Ken Follett has a character involved in assassination plots in the lead - up to World War I.
I'd recommend 'The Blade Itself' by Joe Abercrombie. It has a character, Logen Ninefingers, who has a past as a brutal fighter and assassin - like figure in a fantasy - like science fiction world filled with political intrigue and battles. It's a great read for those who like complex characters in a science - fiction - ish assassin - themed story.
One popular 'Assassin love story' book could be 'Assassin's Apprentice' by Robin Hobb. It has elements of a young man's journey which also involves some aspects of love in a complex world filled with political intrigue and the life of an assassin in training.
I would recommend 'The Silent Corner' by Dean Koontz. The main character, Jane Hawk, is sort of an anti - assassin in a way as she hunts down those who are part of a conspiracy involving mind control and assassination. 'The Steel Remains' by Richard K. Morgan also has an interesting assassin - like character. It's a dark and violent fantasy novel with great world - building. And 'The Traitor Baru Cormorant' by Seth Dickinson has a character who uses assassination as a political tool in a complex and well - thought - out world.
One great assassin book is 'The Name of the Wind' by Patrick Rothfuss. It has an assassin - like character, Kvothe, whose skills and adventures are quite captivating. He is highly intelligent and his actions throughout the story are filled with mystery and intrigue.
'Graveminder' by Melissa Marr has elements of assassin - like characters. Rebekkah Barrow returns to her hometown and gets involved in a world where there are those who deal with the dead, and some of the actions and skills of the characters can be compared to that of assassins. It's a unique blend of mystery, the supernatural, and a touch of the macabre.
Well, they often have a main character who is highly skilled in combat and stealth. For example, in many assassin books, the assassin can move quietly and strike quickly.