• The Wise Man's Fear

  • The Kingkiller Chronicle: Book 2
  • By: Patrick Rothfuss
  • Narrated by: Rupert Degas
  • Length: 42 hrs and 49 mins
  • 4.8 out of 5 stars (3,409 ratings)

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The Wise Man's Fear

By: Patrick Rothfuss
Narrated by: Rupert Degas
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Publisher's summary

Sequel to the extraordinary The Name of The Wind, The Wise Man’s Fear is the second instalment of this superb fantasy trilogy from Patrick Rothfuss.

This is the most exciting fantasy series since George R. R. Martin's A SONG OF ICE AND FIRE, and a must for all fans of HBO's GAME OF THRONES. Picking up the tale of Kvothe Kingkiller once again, we follow him into exile, into political intrigue, courtship, adventure, love and magic . . . and further along the path that has turned Kvothe, the mightiest magician of his age, a legend in his own time, into Kote, the unassuming pub landlord. Packed with as much magic, adventure and home-grown drama as The Name of the Wind, this is a sequel in every way the equal to its predecessor and a must for all fantasy fans.

Engaging and gripping, The Wise Man’s Fear is the biggest and the best new fantasy novel out there.

©2011 Patrick Rothfuss (P)2012 Orion Publishing Group Limited

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Hard to wait

I truly was sad when i finished this book, the reason is that there is only one part left and it’s still not out yet, and also because it would be the last which is painful.
Reading this book is a must it takes you off your feet and shoves you into a new world... a better world.

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best book series ever

Can't wait for the 3rd book to be released. I heard the 2 first books 3 times.

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Fantastic!

Great story, amazing narration. So many voices and accents! I was very impressed and enjoyed it immensely. Plus it's quite long which is great. Highly recommend.

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Another great book by Mr.Patrick Rothfuss

I want the next book, can't wait to see where this is going with our kvothe.

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Masterpiece

Patrick Rothfuss is a masterful writer able to capture things more than words into his sentences. Rupert Degas performed wonderfully and brought the characters to life, the sole improvement point to me was the occasional minor characters accent. Some of these were incomprehensible, though I understand this is how Kvothe experienced these people as well so perhaps it fits. A thorough recommendation from me to any fantasy enthusiast.

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Couldn't stop listening

Loved it. Excellent storytelling and a great narrative, the character development was well done too.

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Complete freedom of mind and creativity!

If it were up to me, every single living thing and beyond... would have to read this stories at least once in their existence.

Speaking about the narrator, I must congratulate him he has achieved a great deal of credibility and immersion for the audience.

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Beautiful narration of epic fantasy tale

I only wish Rupert Degas narrated the first book. I sampled the narration of the first book on Audible and it did not grab me. Degas does this magnificent fantasy epic book two justice. He conveys character and mood perfectly. He does men, women and children beautifully. A rich and rewarding experience.

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A fascinating new world - Refreshingly different

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The reader is truly excellent. I read book two (rather than listenning to it) and it was simply not as good. The plot is original. I was entranced. hard to put down is the only problem.























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Now i'm hanging out for book 3 (day 3) which appears is not yet written - gutted when i realised this.























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Great listen

great character development and design. fantastic narration. gripping story! each character is unique and multi faceted.

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