If you’re a fan of dark, emotionally driven fantasy—Guild of Assassins should be your next read.
Written by British author Jon Cronshaw, this novel kicks off a new series set in the gritty Ravenglass Universe. Think Assassin’s Apprentice meets The Night Angel Trilogy with a touch of Joe Abercrombie’s realism and emotional grit.
What’s it About?
Soren is a sculptor’s apprentice in the port town of Nebel Hafen. He’s on track for a quiet life—until his father is murdered and the killer disappears into the night.
With no help from the Magistrates, Soren abandons everything: his tools, his home, his future. Joined by his best friend Alaric, he follows a trail of whispers that leads to a name spoken only in hushed tones—the Guild of Assassins.
To get justice, Soren will have to become what he hates. And once you learn to kill, it changes you forever.
Why You’ll Love It
Guild of Assassins combines:
- Gritty, low-magic fantasy
- A revenge-fuelled coming-of-age story
- Secret societies and assassin guilds
- Tight character development
- Themes of grief, loyalty, and moral conflict
It’s emotionally intense, tightly paced, and completely immersive.
You’ll walk with Soren through rain-soaked alleys, crumbling ports, and dangerous backstreets as he wrestles with the question: Can you get justice without becoming a monster?
Perfect For Fans Of…
- Robin Hobb
- Brent Weeks
- Joe Abercrombie
- The Poppy War
- The Lies of Locke Lamora
- Assassin stories with emotional stakes
- Dark fantasy that puts character first
Who is Jon Cronshaw?
Jon Cronshaw is an indie fantasy author from the UK, known for The Ravenglass Chronicles, The Fall of Wolfsbane, and now Guild of Assassins. His stories are deeply human, emotionally rich, and written with a sharp eye for character.
Fun fact: Jon is blind and writes using screen reader technology. His unique perspective brings texture and depth to his storytelling.
You can get early access to his books through his Patreon: patreon.com/joncronshawauthor
Where to Get It
📕 Guild of Assassins is available now on Amazon Kindle and paperback.
If you like dark fantasy with sharp edges and real emotional punch—this one’s for you.
