Patrick rothfuss has 50 books on goodreads with 2352292 ratings. The lies of lock lamora ive read or listend to countless times, i just love the book. With a critique, the author or editor will read your finished manuscript and give feedback. Patrick rothfuss is the author of the kingkiller chronicles series, which i would say, in my honest opinion, is the best epic fantasy story written in the past 20 years. The doors of stone will pickup the story of kvothes life from where the wise mans fear left off. Register for free to build your own book lists books. He is a science fiction and fantasy author who writes books that target young adults. The doors of stone by patrick rothfuss librarything. The doors of stone is the third and final novel in the kingkiller chronicle series by american author patrick rothfuss. In addition to specific answers about his books, rothfuss also had a more.
For a person who loves high fantasy and doesnt mind a longer story, this series is perfect. Anyways, pat posted this pic on his blog a few days ago and i wanted to discuss. Two great books, and a chance to win a free delorean. This subreddit is dedicated to everything related to the kingkiller chronicle, a fantasy trilogy by patrick rothfuss, telling. They do this for a living, so they have a good feel for what works, what might need work, and what you excel at. There is nothing that i can say on this blog post that can tell you how much i loved this book, so just know that before you go any further. The kingkiller chronicle book 3, movie and tv show. It will cover the third and final day of the story as related to chronicler, concluding kvothes story and the arc begun in the. This is patrick rothfuss list of recommendations for best science fiction and fantasy.
If you liked the name of the wind by patrick rothfuss,here are some books like this. Oct 2, 2017 this board is for photos of the kingkiller chronicle author, patrick rothfuss see more ideas about the kingkiller chronicles, patrick rothfuss and author. Full of music, magic, love, and loss, patrick rothfusss vivid and engaging debut fantasy knocked our socks off. Buy the name of the wind by patrick rothfuss online at alibris. Patrick rothfuss had the good fortune to be born in wisconsin in 1973, where the long winters and lack of cable television encouraged a love of reading and writing.
The slow regard of silent things a novella by patrick. Everyone should read this book, to understand our cultural roots of living in this place called america. Kingkiller chronicle patrick rothfuss collection 3 books set the wise mans fear,the name of the wind, the slow regard of silent things, by patrick rothfuss jan 1, 2017 4. Adult books have always been sappy romances in my mind which is worse than the rinse, repeat stories of young adult.
Terry brooks, new york timesbestselling author of shannara it is a rare and great pleasure to find a fantasist writing. Patrick rothfuss on why it took 15 years to write the name of the wind. Dec 18, 20 according to one interview, rothfuss spent 14 years in developing this trilogy and i dont know the truth, nor am i being judgmental here. Patrick rothfuss s most popular book is the name of the wind the kingkiller chronicle. Pat rothfuss top 40 sci fi or fantasy books recommendations. From his childhood in a troupe of traveling players, to years spent as a nearferal orphan in a crimeridden city, to his daringly brazen yet successful bid to enter a legendary school of magic, the name of the wind. Apr 11, 2017 so when patrick rothfuss published his fanmail faq. In addition to offering readers and fans the opportunity to win a number of rare and signed booksnot to mention cool fantasy and scifi related merchandise in exchange for donations rothfuss set up a number of stretch goals or donation. See also patrick rothfuss kingkiller three a new update. Book recommendations for people who like the name of the wind. His novels have appeared on nprs top 100 science fictionfantasy books list and locus best 21st century fantasy novels list. I offered to post up the list of books we compiled here on my blog.
The best book rothfuss can produce is the one he is happy with, and any sense of obligation to the fans will only augment the integrity of his work into something driven by profit or popularity. Patrick rothfuss provides kingkiller chronicle book 3 update. Lionsgate brought miranda onboard in 2016 to produce and score the movie, and word is theyre now bringing on raimi to helm the project. Nov 17, 2015 patrick rothfuss is the bestselling fantasy author of the name of the wind, the wise mans fear, and his latest, the slow regard of silent things rothfuss graciously answered a few questions for book riot recently, including questions about the upcoming movietv showgame deal for the kingkiller chronicles series and his current worldbuilders fundraiser for heifer international. Get it today with same day delivery, order pickup or drive up. Only the first book is added for each book series mentioned, but the recommendation essentially extends to the entire series. Whats ahead for patrick rothfuss the kingkiller chronicle. Patrick james rothfuss born june 6, 1973 is an american writer of epic fantasy. An interview with patrick rothfuss nikki vanry jan 7, 2016 while we at the riot take some time off to rest and catch up on our reading, were rerunning some of our favorite posts from the last several months. He also has two lists of recommended books on his blog, here and here. The kingkiller chronicle author patrick rothfuss gave an update on both the kingkiller tv show and his progress on book 3 in the bestselling fantasy series, the doors of stone, during an interview. An evening with patrick rothfuss full panel new york. Well, the recent jezebel post bestselling fantasy author writes icky sexist blog posts gets at some of it.
After reading the list, my first question was to wonder if rothfuss is around my. The name of the wind kingkiller chronicle by patrick. See more ideas about the wise mans fear, patrick rothfuss and the kingkiller chronicles. Im coming close to dropping rothfuss and his kingkiller series from my list of series ill automatically pick up soon after publication. After abandoning his chosen field of chemical engineering, pat became an itinerant student, wandering through clinical psychology, philosophy, medieval history, theater, and sociology. Apr 23, 2019 linmanuel mirandas adaptation of patrick rothfuss the kingkiller chronicle series is actually moving forward, as variety reports the production has approached sam raimi to direct. Jun 20, 2016 i found it patrick rothfusss blog post. Books by patrick rothfuss author of the name of the wind. Looking for good books a list of favorite books by patrick rothfuss. Join our community of taste explorers to save your discoveries, create inspiring lists, get personalized recommendations, and follow interesting people.
In 2006, rothfuss sold his novel the name of the wind to daw books, which was. The second book in the kingkiller chronicle, the wise mans fear again takes us into the world of kvothe, as he continues to recite his unbelievable journey for the chronicler and bast, all the while being intermittently interrupted by townsfolk or travelers passing through his pub. Kingkiller chronicle author patrick rothfuss says book 3 is. The doors of stone kingkiller chronicle wiki fandom. The best epic fantasy i read last year hes bloody good, this rothfuss guy. I didnt like any of the male pov characters one bit though ive heard they get a little better later on, but mai made the book worth reading and secured my interest in the sequels. Rothfuss has maintained a consistent line when it comes to the release date for book 3 in the kingkiller chronicle, which will conclude the trilogy begun in his debut novel, the name of the wind.
An example, for me, would be spirit gate, the first book in kate elliotts crossroads trilogy. Book recommendations for people who like the name of the wind by patrick rothfuss. The real reason rothfuss kingkiller 3 is not here yet shelftalker. Speed is good, adequate, for receiving a paycheque but perhaps not the legacy or. Full of secrets and mysteries, the slow regard of silent things is the story of a broken girl trying to live in a broken world. If he cannot operate on a rigid schedule then that is what makes him the writer he is, and i for one am grateful. Patrick rothfuss reread jo walton a very indepth analysis of the first two books of the kingkiller chronicles by patrick rothfuss, encompassing the name of the wind and the wise mans fear. Feb 27, 2017 late last year, worldbuilders, a charity organization run by patrick rothfuss, raised more than two million dollars during their annual fundraiser. The way i decided to approach this was to pull together a list of possible causes. The farseer trilogy robin hobb gargantua and pantagruel by francois rabelais only forward by michael marshal smith a canticle for leibowitz walter m miller pretty much anything by christopher moore time enough for love robert heinlein stardust neil gaiman his dark materials phillip pullman. A in english from the university of wisconsin stevens point, after spending nine years going from major to major. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. The last heraldmage by mercedes lackey, gun, with occasional music by jonathan lethem, the chronicles. An evening with patrick rothfuss full panel new york comic.
So i would recommend this book, but then you might end up reading the trilogy. Patrick pat rothfuss was born in madison wisconsin in the united states of america. However, i was moderating the panel, and when i moderate, im usually too. Patrick james rothfuss is an american writer of epic fantasy. Harry potter fans craving a new mindblowing series should look no further than the name of the windthe first book in a trilogy about an orphan boy who becomes a legend. Patrick rothfuss has real talent, and his tale of kvothe is deep and intricate and wondrous. Growing up, pat as he is popularly known was raised like any other ordinary child in a normal family with parents that cared for him. Martin, new york timesbestselling author of a song of ice and fire rothfuss has real talent, and his tale of kvothe is deep and intricate and wondrous. I know there is a lot out there and maybe a few can refute that claim, but i have not read or heard about any of them. His prose tends toward mansplaining, his character is always right his only flaw is an inexplicable excess of humility, and the female lead would be ever so much happier if.
The wise mans fear by patrick rothfuss the critiquing chemist. The wise mans fear kingkiller chronicle by patrick. He is best known for his ongoing trilogy the kingkiller chronicle, which won him several awards, including the 2007 quill award for his debut novel, the name of the wind. Be prepared for tangents, digressions, inappropriate humor, and potential. Patrick rothfuss became a published author in april 2007 with the novel the name of the wind. The name of the wind the kingkiller chronicle book 1 mar 27, 2007. If you havent seen it you can get a good look here. Jul 26, 2012 the name of the wind by patrick rothfuss my thoughts. Aug 17, 2017 kingkiller fans, patrick rothfuss is a great author.
If youre not sure about reading it you may want to get it from a library, or alternatively rent the excellent bbc tv adaptation of the first two books that was done with stephen fry, christopher lee, et al you will find a host of harry potter actorsactresses in it. Does anyone know whats actually going on with patrick. Patrick rothfuss list of best sci fi and fantasy 42 books. The name of the wind april 2007 the wise mans fear march 2011. Synopsis told in kvothes own voice, this is the tale of the magically gifted young man who grows to be the most notorious wizard his world has ever seen.
Below is a list of patrick rothfuss books in order of when. The name of the wind by patrick rothfuss powells books. Book three a memory of light robin hobbs farseer trilogy 3 mass market paper backs assassins. Does anyone know whats actually going on with patrick rothfuss. In this book, patrick rothfuss brings us into the world of one of the kingkiller chronicles most enigmatic characters. And everybody donates a service theyre comfortable withsome authors will read and critique the first few chapters of your book to make sure it grabs the reader from page one. Mar 12, 2020 patrick rothfuss s new york timesbestselling debut novel is the riveting firstperson narrative of a young man who grows to be the most notorious magician his world has ever seen. Its sequel, the wise mans fear, topped the new york times best seller list. It was kind of strange reading his first book, it just felt like his influences were the same as mine and i assumed he had to be similar age. Oct 05, 2018 join bestselling author patrick rothfuss as he tells stories, answers audience questions, and discusses strange things. Ive been ready to make the jump to the adult genre but havent known how.
All formats kindle edition audible audiobook paperback hardcover see more. If you want to check out the original blog post, heres the link. Fiction and fantasy blog editor joel cunningham about everything from the. Patrick rothfuss author of the name of the wind goodreads. Book three, whose announced title is the doors of stone, was published with. Told in kvothes own voice, this is the tale of the. During this time he was working on his series, the kingkiller chronicle, which was originally a single book.
Its pretty rare to see popular authors actually taking the time to respond to the fans and for that a huge thumbs up to you. Kingkiller chronicle author patrick rothfuss says book 3. Patrick rothfuss on why it took 15 years to write the name of the. See more ideas about the kingkiller chronicles, the wise mans fear and patrick rothfuss.
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