The Name of the Wind

Kingkiller Chronicle, Book 1

By: Patrick Rothfuss

Narrated by: Nick Podehl

Length: 27 hrs and 55 mins

Publisher's summary

Discover #1 New York Times bestselling Patrick Rothfuss’ epic fantasy series, The Kingkiller Chronicle.

“I just love the world of Patrick Rothfuss.” (Lin-Manuel Miranda)

“He’s bloody good, this Rothfuss guy.” (George R. R. Martin)

“Rothfuss has real talent.” (Terry Brooks)

Over 1 Million Copies Sold!

Day One: The Name of the Wind

My name is Kvothe.

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.

You may have heard of me.

So begins a tale unequaled in fantasy literature - the story of a hero told in his own voice. It is a tale of sorrow, a tale of survival, a tale of one man’s search for meaning in his universe, and how that search, and the indomitable will that drove it, gave birth to a legend.

Praise for The Kingkiller Chronicle:

“The best epic fantasy I read last year.... He’s bloody good, this Rothfuss guy.” (George R. R. Martin, New York Times bestselling author of A Song of Ice and Fire)

“Rothfuss has real talent, and his tale of Kvothe is deep and intricate and wondrous.” (Terry Brooks, New York Times bestselling author of Shannara)

"It is a rare and great pleasure to find a fantasist writing...with true music in the words." (Ursula K. Le Guin, award-winning author of Earthsea)

"The characters are real and the magic is true.” (Robin Hobb, New York Times bestselling author of Assassin’s Apprentice)

"Masterful.... There is a beauty to Pat's writing that defies description." (Brandon Sanderson, New York Times bestselling author of Mistborn)

©2007 by Patrick Rothfuss. (P)2009 Brilliance Audio, all rights reserved.

Critic reviews

“The originality of Rothfuss's outstanding debut fantasy, the first of a trilogy, lies less in its unnamed imaginary world than in its precise execution…As absorbing on a second reading as it is on the first, this is the type of assured, rich first novel most writers can only dream of producing. The fantasy world has a new star.” (Publishers Weekly, starred review)

“Fantasy readers-a notoriously discerning group-tend to dole out praise judiciously, which makes the reception of The Name of the Wind, the first volume in Patrick Rothfuss's The Kingkiller Chronicle, that much more remarkable. Critics are already throwing around comparisons to some of the biggest names in fantasy, including George R. R. Martin, Tad Williams, the recently deceased Robert Jordan, and even Tolkien. (Bookmarks Magazine)

“New fantasy authors are usually overhyped, and it's rare to find one who writes with such assurance and narrative skill right from the start. I was reminded of Ursula LeGuin, George R. R. Martin, and J. R. R. Tolkien, but never felt that Rothfuss was imitating anyone. Like the writers he clearly admires, he's an old-fashioned storyteller working with traditional elements, but his voice is his own. I haven't been so gripped by a new fantasy series in years. It's certain to become a classic." (Lisa Tuttle, The Times)

Just all around fantastic

I have listened to this book multiple times now (I believe this was my 4th run through) and absolutely love it. The voice actor captures my attention that often feels so fleeting and the story, as proven again and again, keeps drawing me back for more.

Excellent book

I will be listening/ reading from this author. I enjoyed this as much as any audio I can remember.

Best fantasy book of the century

The name of the wind is an instant classic. Perfect in every way. A must read.

looooooove this book

this is second to non my favorite book it is the only book I have listened to multiple time through and plan to more

still waiting for 3

it's disrespectful to make readers wait years upon years so you xan make more money.

Dont believe the lies, believe in Kvothe

All the hate rating is due to the author not finishing the third and final book. But the universe he has created in these stories are amazing and rich and I cant wait to see it on the big screen! I literally recommend this book to any who asks me about the next book(s) they should read. Get past the initial chapters and it sets up for an amazing, tragic, and wild story!

Amazing

I really like this book and the sequel, and I have waited years for the third and final book. I have read this twice in anticipation.

Sad, happy, and fantastical

Great characters, love, loss, adventure, magic, and science. Nearly everything I never new I wanted in a fantasy novel and a fantastic voice performance to boot.

Surprisingly good!

I had to listen to this book twice in a row... Literally it ended and I restarted it right then. The beginning was confusing the first time around and a little hard to get into but when I relistened it was so much better and made waaay more sense! The book was definitely better the second time around and in addition to understanding the beginning better, I also picked up on a lot of details that helped the storyline weave together nicely. Nick Podehl did a phenomenal job narrating, but it took me a while to appreciate his talent (as I was struggling to understand the story). I am super excited to start listening to the sequel now!! I would highly recommend this book, but make sure you have the time and interest to invest in it! It's well worth it!

This is my favorite book.

The headline says it all. I have already purchased this book on itunes, and just bought it again (since it went on sale) in the hopes that I might convince even one new person to read it with this review. I also have a sign hard cover in my personal library even though I never read print. If you have not yet had the pleasure....I envy you.

"It's like honey one warm bread."