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The Name of the Wind
- The Kingkiller Chronicle, Book 1
- Narrated by: Rupert Degas
- Length: 28 hrs and 3 mins
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In The Name of the Wind, Patrick Rothfuss brings together elements from all the great fantasy writers, from George R. R. Martin to Robert Jordan, to create a thrilling and intricately spun story that will leave you breathless.
I have stolen princesses back from sleeping barrow kings. I burned down the town of Trebon. I have spent the night with Felurian and left with both my sanity and my life. I was expelled from the university at a younger age than most people are allowed in. I tread paths by moonlight that others fear to speak of during day. I have talked to Gods, loved women, and written songs that make the minstrels weep.
My name is Kvothe. You may have heard of me.
So begins the tale of Kvothe - currently known as Kote, the unassuming innkeeper - from his childhood in a troupe of travelling players, through his years spent as a near feral orphan in a crime riddled city, to his daringly brazen yet successful bid to enter a difficult and dangerous school of magic.
In these pages you will come to know Kvothe the notorious magician, the accomplished thief, the masterful musician, the dragon-slayer, the legend hunter, the lover, the thief and the infamous assassin.
The Name of the Wind is fantasy at its very best.
Read by Rupert Degas.
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- Ben Askins
- 18-05-15
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The Name of the Wind trilogy is absolutely fantastic. It is well developed, the characters believable and the richness of the story can be compared to very few. It is also brilliantly read by Rupert Degas. That being said, Audible you are an absolute disgrace. Splitting the price of the book into two different parts is just so unnecessary. So to my great regret, and I apologise to both Patrick and Rupert who have brought the story to life, I will not be buying the next part or the following book (which is also split into two). Come on Audible, I get that you have to run a business etc but I can't be the only customer you are loosing over this. Sort it out.
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- Sowerbytom
- 10-09-15
Simply brilliant.
Up there with Farseer and Tawny Man trilogies for me. Can't wait to get the second book!
Performance deserves a mention too as it is read and acted superbly.
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- william
- 07-03-21
incredible!
I read this book maybe 10 years ago as a random pick up because I liked the cover art.. I was immediately swept up in this incredible masterpiece I practically didn't put it down until finished! I waited extremely impatient for the next book and pre ordered as soon as was possible.. I decided to try audible for my long drives and work :) and of course I could think of nothing better as my first audible book to buy... once again I am consumed by this story and have now began the second..
needless to say I am one of his many many fans almost dying of anticipation for the doors of stone!!
if you have not read this book there is no better...
I loved many fictional stories, George R R Martin, Tolkien, J.K Rowling and the such all extremely enjoyable reads but the intricate details and effort in the world pat has created just fills me with awe :)
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- Clare
- 19-04-21
Need the next book!!!!
Love the way the characters develop. It does flit about a little bit sometimes in the telling but it holds you in 😊
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- Mr. Callum R. J. Russell
- 01-04-21
best reader I have ever listened to
the story is great. really cleverly presented and captivating.
the reader does a fantastic job and makes this book well worth the purchase
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- Chris N.
- 18-04-21
Great storytelling. Fantastic narration .
Real old fashioned! Occasionally the dialogue is a bit clunky but some cracking imagery compensates.
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- Malcolm
- 30-04-21
Excellent Fantast
Im not good at writing reviews but Damn this book deserves to be read and listened to.
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- Grace Johnson
- 24-02-21
A Must
Absolutely brilliant. Completely fell in love with it. Five stars all around. Loved the many voices of Rupert Degas as well as his own. Will be recommending to everyone.
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- Mr. D. A. Lindsay
- 30-08-20
Excellent story.
Great story. If you enjoy fantasy you'll love this. Can't wait to hear the next one.
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- Chantel L. Carr
- 30-09-20
Captivating
The narrator was fabulous. His accents and tones made it easy to follow when he changed character. He is Kvoe! I really felt as though I was at the Inn listening to the story unfold. Very excited to see how the story unfolds in the second book.
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