• 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 (3,400 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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2nd in Series, still Excellent

Much of what I said in my review of the first book of the Kingkiller Chronicles still applies. There are sections here that tend to be rather long-winded, but all is forgiven in writing which is this good.

I'm afraid the talented Rothfuss/Degas duo may have spoilt me for any other fantasy novels, but I'll keep hoping for an equal. (Or at least close).

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Awesome Series

What does Rupert Degas bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

I honestly don't think there are words to express what richness and depth Rupert Degas' character voices brought to this audio book. Such amazing range and authenticity, I was totally and utterly lost in his narration.

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Can't wait for the next in the series to be turned into an audio book!

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Part two of the masterpiece

If you could sum up The Wise Man's Fear (Part One) in three words, what would they be?

Amazing story, period!

What did you like best about this story?

The diversity of the situations Kvothe gets involved with.

What does Rupert Degas bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

He give amazing life to all the characters. He is hands down the best performer of the once you'll find in audible

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

Made me laugh several times.

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This story is going to have you on the edge all the time. All the parts have a meaning so be patient when it appears to drive away from the main plot. The Felurian part is wonderful!My only complain is why it was decided to divide the book in 2 parts? The other version found here is just one audiobook of forty-something hours so why not Degas' one? I could not help to feel that they want to leech more money from the consumers. It is still worth to pay for this version that is divided in two because Degas really injects something that the other performer cannot match. This is the only reason because I did not give it 5 starts on the overall category.

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Can't wait for day 3

This is an example of how a good story can develop a sequel that captures the same intriguing mysteries and colorful characters as the original. Can't wait for part 3.

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Where is the 3rd book?!

I keep coming back to read these books yet there is no satisfaction as I await the next book in the series. Is this what drug addiction feels like? Don't be a fool like me. Don't read this series until the final book is released. It's very good. It's also unfinished.

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Sufficient in story, lacking in character

Rupert Degas delivers an incredible performance. Rothfuss on the other hand develops an unrelatable Mary Sue protagonist.

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GIVE THIS MAN AN OSCAR!!!!!!!

YOU HAVE NEVER NOR WILL YOU EVER HEAR A BETTER VOICE ACTOR!!!. My God Rupert Degas is the best! he does different voices for each character and he does sound effects! like when they laugh, of cough, he even did the sound of a donkey! YES A DONKEY!!!! i could recognize every character without the book saying who was talking, just because he does different voices and accents for each one. For the love of God listen to this book 10/10 would recommend. Also this story is the best. THE. BEST.

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Great, but a bit long winded in parts

There are parts of this book I thought were amazing and others I skipped through. All in all I enjoyed the descriptive writing and great characterisation but there were parts that dragged.

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Meh

Somewhat pretentious. The author clearly thinks he is more intelligent than the reader. He also sticks on an event for too long dragging it to the point of tedium. The underlying sexism is a put off too

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Just flawless.

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Flawless part one of book two of the series, capturing me just as much as the first book did. There is just too many good things to say about this book. I couldn't have asked for more and I loved every bit of it. A must read for any fantasy lover.

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