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The Narrow Road Between Desires

A Kingkiller Chronicle Novella

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The Narrow Road Between Desires

By: Patrick Rothfuss, Nate Taylor - illustrator
Narrated by: Rupert Degas, Patrick Rothfuss
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Bast knows how to bargain. The give-and-take of a negotiation is as familiar to him as the in-and-out of breathing; to watch him trade is to watch an artist at work. But even a master's brush can slip. When he accepts a gift, taking something for nothing, Bast's whole world is knocked askew, for he knows how to bargain - but not how to owe.

From dawn to midnight over the course of a single day, follow the Kingkiller Chronicle's most charming fae as he schemes and sneaks, dancing into trouble and back out again with uncanny grace.

The Narrow Road Between Desires is Bast's story. In it he traces the old ways of making and breaking, following his heart even when doing so goes against his better judgement.

After all, what good is caution if it keeps him from danger and delight?

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©2023 Patrick Rothfuss (P)2023 Orion Publishing Group Limited Fantasy Humorous Fiction Heartfelt Comedy

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'He's bloody good, this Rothfuss guy' - George R R Martin

'The characters are real and the magic is true' - Robin Hobb

'Masterful ... There is a beauty to Pat's writing that defies description' - Brandon Sanderson
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Rothfuss really knows how to write an excellent story and being characters to life. Lovely, fun, beautifully written and a bit heartbreaking.

Excellent

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Reminding me why I fell in love with Rothfuss’ writing in the first place. A fantastic book with intrigue and levity. Would recommend.

Magical

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If it takes another 10 years for anything else I'll wait. Pat I know you will never read this review but honestly I get it. Keep enjoying those moments.

Honestly; worth every minute of waiting...

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The story about one of King Killers most intriguing and mysterious characters did not disappoint. Seeing what Bast gets up to day to day around the town of Newarre adds so much richness to the world & it’s characters. Sweet, intriguing and mysterious, I was riveted to the end. If your a fan of Patrick Rothfuss this book is a must read.

Such a beautiful story.

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Smashed it again Rothfuss! Loved the characters and the usual layers upon layers, I’ll be waiting patiently for whatever comes next!

Fantastic work

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