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The Narrow Road Between Desires
- A Kingkiller Chronicle Novella
- Narrated by: Rupert Degas, Patrick Rothfuss
- Length: 4 hrs and 21 mins
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Summary
The Number One New York Times-bestselling phenomenon Patrick Rothfuss returns to the wildly popular Kingkiller Chronicle universe with a stunning reimagining of 'The Lightning Tree'. Expanded to twice its previous length, this touching stand-alone story is sure to please new readers and veteran Rothfuss fans alike.
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?
PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.
Critic reviews
'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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- Susanne
- 20-11-23
Despite author's "warning" very disappointing
I am not sure how much longer I want to be fed stale, reprocessed stories twice over. I have been waiting for something, anything from the "Kingkiller Chronicles World" since the release of the last novella about Ari. I have been following author's updates, interviews, press releases to not miss anything. I purchased "Rogues" when the original anthology was published both in e book and audio book format. I was well aware that this novella would not be a continuation of the "Chronicles". Even knowing all that still did not make me feel less disappointed and somehow taken for a ride. There is no additional background information, no facts, myths, secrets, explanations.
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- Lorna Barrett
- 20-11-23
So glad Rupert Degas is back !
I was so pleased that Rupert Degas was back to narrate this book, he is the voice of The Four Corners of Civilization.
Of course we've all been eagerly waiting for another visit to the Waystone Inn,and this story doesn't dissapoint.
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- Genevieve
- 14-11-23
The writer’s process is complicated & if this helps, it just means extra Kingkiller books for me!
I am so excited to have this short story of Bast expanded! What an incredible character…
All of these Kingkiller books have changed my life, changed me, with their depth & substance. I listen when the world is too much for me. And always hear something new.
I’ve listened to the original mini-story so many times! I got the audiobook as always - Rupert Degas is king - but when I heard of new ‘illustrations’ I had to buy the Hardcover also :)
There is none of the negativity in me that others have, I have so much joy from the books released already, and if the last book/s take a long time then maybe it’s because I accept they’re worth waiting for :) And the best things in life are worth waiting for.
You don’t want the first book that comes along, the longest, the biggest. You want the one that fits you. (fans will understand this nod to the work)
I feel blessed that Patrick Rothfuss dains to share his incredible words with us. He is an amazing human being. Fallible as we all are. But unique and special as not many of us are.
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- Kimberley Chester
- 20-11-23
Mind blowing.
I am mind blown.
I have just listened to this is one fell swoop.
I laughed and cried and everything in between.
I’m my opinion, Patrick Rothfuss in the best writer I have read and I really do read a lot.
Thankfully Rupert Degas has narrated his work again, what a voice actor!
The art is also superb and I love that the lass in the stream bathing is a real lass and not a model sized unrealistic typical lie!
Read everything from this superb Author.
Listen to everything that Rupert Degas narrates, his voice is amazing.
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- Anonymous User
- 14-11-23
I loved it
This book is beautifully written and beautifully read. So excited to have another story by Patrick Rothfuss.
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- Josh Tonkin
- 14-11-23
Beautiful
This is a story further polished and delivered with love. It is clear that Bast is not the only artist at work.
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- Racheal
- 30-11-23
I lovely treat
Thank again to the author for this extra treat and insight into the world of baste and cvouth
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- Yasmin Buckner
- 30-11-23
Another pointless spin off.
I was hoping for a Bast origin story. Instead, much like the previous tangent book, we get 1 day in the life of the character. Which really doesn’t add anything, accept that he spends his time doing deals with children in the town and meddling in the affairs of the towns people. Another wasted opportunity, to enrich a character with so much potential. I’m glad I opted for the audiobook, instead of treating myself to the hardback, for a Christmas read. At least the disappointment was short lived.
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- indigoblue
- 30-11-23
Uncompelling
I thoroughly enjoyed "Name of the Wind" (2007) and "Wise Man's Fear" (2011) and was totally drawn into the world of Temerant which Mr Rothfuss masterfully created. In contrast, "The Narrow Road between Desires" was not a very immersive experience for me. No matter how I relaxed and opened myself up emotionally to the writing, I found myself looking "at" the story and could not look "along" it as a participant.
The author's note did draw me in however, and I felt touched by his humanity and his noble struggle. Many people hold you in their hearts with warmth, high regard and optimism Mr Rothfuss. You will come through for us .... "Doors of Stone" will be epic!
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- Eustace_Vertigo
- 29-11-23
Outside the Waystone Inn
Simply brilliant. Great insight into Bast’s world with lovely characters and the trials and tribulations, that are far removed from Kvothe’s.
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- Thomas Richards
- 23-11-23
More wonderful Rothfuss
Just give us Book Three!!
This salves the pain of not having it a little, but we need Book Three,
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- Kasper
- 14-11-23
A most pleasant return
Having never read the lightning tree and being a big fan of Pat's, I was very much pleased to return to his incredible world and his inspiring way with words. I really can't say I was terribly surprised about the story, fulfilling most of my expectations being a rather sort read, but it had all the moments that make up a good telling; sad bits, funny and curious.
It does feel like Rothfuss carefully tries to settle the expectations of his rather zealous fans in the beginning of his author note's and while I'm sure for some of the endless complain fans this is necessary, I honestly could not care less.
I truly enjoyed this book and if you like his character Bast you will most likely love it too. Pat you still got it! and Degas still amaze me with how good he performs, sounds like he has'nt aged a day. The accompanying artwork was interesting aswell, nice to see it was available here on audible.
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- per
- 28-11-23
good enough story, wrong narrator.
good enough story, but the narrator is not what i want in this story. nothing feels right. he is way to gruff and dark. its just aint right, none of the characters feels right. innkeeper sounds like a 60 year old man that has been drunk all his life and lived by the sea. and bast sounds like creepy dude who is just sad and evil
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- Paul
- 21-11-23
how to make a mundane day meaningful
rothfoss draws you in to bast's world in a delightful way. prosaic yet meaningful, we get insights into what bast gets up to when kvothe isn't looking
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- ais
- 20-11-23
Mhhh
As short it was, it read slowly for me, it wasnt fare maybe but this is how I feel
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- Alexander Grumstrup
- 20-11-23
Nice book
Big d book, Can recommend. Basicly the Lightning tree but longer and better. Thank you rothuss
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- jan kevin gjerdal hansen
- 17-11-23
Love it
The Narrow Road Between Desires is a nice lisen while waiting for book 3, love it 😊
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- Anonymous User
- 15-11-23
Lovely as the moon
Beautiful. It made me laugh, think, and wonder. It made tears well up in my eyes. I understand that this story might not be everyone's cup of tea, as it is quite odd; but in a lovely way.
Pat still got it, and I hope he understands that. He is a master at telling stories in a way no-one else can. I have read so many books the last years, but NOTHING compares to Pat's style. There is something fae about his way with words, and it never fails to bind me. Thank you for your stories, Pat.
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