Accomplice to the Villain: Assistant and the Villain, Book 3

Name: Accomplice to the Villain: Assistant and the Villain, Book 3
Rating: 4.4 (12100 reviews)
Author: Hannah Nicole Maehrer

by Hannah Nicole Maehrer

4.4

About this book

Evie Sage never intended to build a career in the shadow of the kingdom’s most feared antagonist. After accepting an entry-level position that promised little more than mundane paperwork and the occasional beheading, she finds herself inextricably woven into the Villain’s dark, chaotic world. What began as a desperate search for employment has spiraled into a whirlwind of political intrigue, magical mayhem, and an increasingly inconvenient infatuation with her brooding, sharp-jawed employer.

As a cryptic prophecy begins to unravel and assassins turn the office break room into a battlefield, Evie must navigate the treacherous waters of villainy without losing her life—or her dignity. Her days are now defined by weaponized pastries, a judgmental, crown-wearing frog, and the constant threat of total kingdom collapse. Complicating matters further is the undeniable tension simmering between her and the man she is sworn to assist.

Caught between professional duty and a burgeoning, forbidden romance, Evie must decide if she is truly cut out for the life of an accomplice. In a world where evil-adjacent is the new normal, the line between hero and villain blurs, leaving Evie to wonder if she is helping to destroy the kingdom or finally finding a place to belong.

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What readers are saying

Tammy Moldovan

Another great book in the series.

"This series continues to be phenomenal. The humor. The snark. The emotions. The intrigue. The mysteries inside of mysteries. The absurd sexual tension. It was all so so good. It kept me completely enthralled from the first word until the last with three dimensional characters, a captivating storyline, layered world building, palpable tension, unexpected twists, and laughs. I fell head first into the story and was unable to stop reading until the last word. The book started just where the last book left us. The Villain and Evie are still ignoring feelings while they go on ever more dangerous quests in an attempt to save Rennedawn and fix the magic. This book has other characters on separate quests as well - Rebecka and Blade, Gideon and Keeley, Clare and Tatianna - adding more layers to the story. The absurd relationship between Trystan and Evie (who keeps being accidently promoted) is delicious perfection and caused me to once again low key yell at them to just admit their feelings already while rolling my eyes of course. The author does a fantastic job of portraying the grayness of the Villain and his employees who are neither all good nor all bad. They are three dimensional beings - real, relatable people who have scars and flaws, but are really just trying to do their best as messy beings. You know save a village but also throw people overboard. The story includes all the goodness that you’d expect from this genre - fighting, dangerous situations, paranormal creatures, evil entities, henchmen, loyal friends and family, tragic back stories, mystical coincidences, snark, mystery, secrets, betrayal, revelations, plot twists, and laughs. I am can’t wait to read the next book in the series especially how this one ended. ["

October 8, 2025 Verified Purchase

J A Roberts

I love you so much it’s terrible.

"Ah, these books are an absolute delight and this one is no different. It is filled with villainy, magic, humor, love, action and suspense in all the best ways. There’s also the mother of slow burns that I thought might just do me in. We get a little reprieve from our suffering in this installment though. <shouts: FINALLY!> I thoroughly enjoy the time I spent between these pages with these characters and in this world. Evie, Trystan and company are a joy to read. You love some of these characters and love to hate others. You can’t help but root for the “good guys” even when they don’t know they’re the good guys. This one also boasts a strong found family vibe that I absolutely adore. While well written, I feel like the story does move a little slow at times but never fear, the action picks up towards the end and it’s quite the ride. Revelations are made and secrets revealed that left me stupefied. I have my suspicions about a few things to come and don’t know how I’ll ever wait to find out if I’m correct. This is one of those books that puts the fun back in reading for me. It would be villainous to miss out on this series. ["

August 9, 2025 Verified Purchase

Michael Alonso

Exactly the read I was hoping for and then some

"I was really in the mood for something fun, lighthearted, and familiar, and Accomplice to the Villain absolutely delivered. This third installment in the Assistant to the Villain series by Hannah Nicole Maehrer gave me everything I was hoping for and a little more. All of our favorite characters return and each one gets their chance to shine this time around. I loved seeing them step into the spotlight with their own moments and arcs, and the dynamic between them continues to be one of my favorite parts of the series. The story also packed in some surprising twists that I did not see coming, and they were the kind that kept me excited to see how it would all play out. On top of that, we finally get some long awaited payoff on threads that have been building between our main characters since the very beginning. Let’s just say it was worth the wait, even if things got a little complicated for them along the way. The pacing worked really well overall. There were a few spots where the shift between characters pulled me slightly away from the momentum or tension that had been building, but it kept me hooked and those moments paid off in the end. The worldbuilding took a big step forward in this book and it was so much fun to experience. We get more of the world, more expansion on how it all works, and more of the magic and lore that give this series its charm. It all blended together in a way that felt natural and kept the story feeling fresh while still grounded in what we already love about the world. Overall, Accomplice to the Villain was exactly the read I was hoping for and then some. It hit the sweet spot between familiar comfort and exciting new developments, leaving me with that happy buzz that comes from a book you just really enjoy. I am rating this one a 4.75 out of 5 and I cannot wait to see what Hannah Nicole Maehrer does next with this series. If you have been along for the ride from the start, you are going to love where this book takes things. ["

October 2, 2025 Verified Purchase

Maria D

Didn’t want it to end

"The Assistant to the Villain trilogy was an absolute delight, equal parts slow-burn passion, witty banter, and high-stakes adventure. The relationship between the main characters grew with such clever pacing that I found myself savoring every exchange; their satirical, sharp humor kept me laughing out loud while the layered storytelling pulled me deeper into the plot. Each book balanced fantasy and romance beautifully, weaving in action, danger, and laugh-out-loud dialogue that never felt forced. As a longtime fantasy reader, I can honestly say this series stands out as one of the best I’ve read. It’s rare to find a story that blends heart-racing adventure with such brilliant comedic timing and genuine character chemistry. Finishing the third book left me both deeply satisfied and still wishing for more, if there’s a fourth to close things out, I’ll be the first in line. ["

September 2, 2025 Verified Purchase