The Kingkiller Chronicle, Day Two

The Wise Man's Fear

Patrick Rothfuss

Picking up where The Name of the Wind left off, hero Kvothe continues on his quest to reclaim the honor of his family in the Fae realm and learn the truth about the death of his parents and Amyr, the Chandrian. 100,000 first printing.

Jas 🐸

“Remember:There are three things all wise men fear: the sea in storm, a night with no moon, and the anger of a gentle man."

 In many ways, unwise love is the truest love. Anyone can love a thing because. That's as easy as puting a penny in your pocket. But to love something despite. To know the flaws and love them too. That is rare and pure and perfect.

 "I don't wonder why they talk," I said. “I wonder what they say."

Chronicler looked puzzled. “Anyone in town could have told you that." The innkeeper frowned."If it's something everyone knows, I can't afford to ask." he said.

Annabelle Gauthier

Then, since all my other options seemed to be exhausted, I decided it would be best if I fell off the roof.

"Whose rooms are these?" I repeated numbly. He showed me all his teeth in a sudden grin. "Master Hemme's." "Why are you burning all of Hemme's clothes?" I asked, trying to ignore the fact that the room was rapidly filling with bitter smoke. Elodin looked at me as if I were an idiot. "Because I hate him."

First came the bread. He mixed flour and sugar and salt with his hands, not bothering to measure. He added a piece of starter from the clay jar in the pantry, kneaded the dough, then rounded the loaves and set them to rise. He shoveled ash from the stove in the kitchen and kindled a fire.

It was menacing, in a way.The same way a tall cliff is menacing. It was grey and un-blemished and cold to the touch. It was sharp as shattered glass. 

Kvothe continues on his quest to reclaim the honor of his family in the Fae realm and learn the truth about the death of his parents and Amyr, the Chandrian.

פחדיו של האדם החכם

Camryn Lang

“There are three things all wise men fear: the sea in storm, a night with no moon, and the anger of a gentle man.” 
 
My name is Kvothe. You may have heard of me.
 
So begins a tale told from his own point of view—a story unequaled in fantasy literature. Now in The Wise Man’s Fear, Day Two of The Kingkiller Chronicle, Kvothe takes his first steps on the path of the hero and learns how difficult life can be when a man becomes a legend in his own time.
 
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The Wise Man’s Fear

After struggling with this book and eventually forcing myself to finish it, I can say I mostly liked it—at first. But it’s one of those books that, the more you sit with it and the more reviews you read, the less you like it.

There are moments of genuinely enjoyable fantasy, but they’re buried among long, slogging sections, cringe-worthy juvenile sex fantasies, and scenes that are just downright stupid. It’s a real mixed bag and, ultimately, a huge disappointment.

It answers none of the questions raised in the first book, and since the trilogy remains unfinished (and likely always will), none of the new questions it poses are answered either—nor will they ever be.

Charlie Queen

After struggling with this book and eventually forcing myself to finish it, I can say I mostly liked it—at first. But it’s one of those books that, the more you sit with it and the more reviews you read, the less you like it.

There are moments of genuinely enjoyable fantasy, but they’re buried among long, slogging sections, cringe-worthy juvenile sex fantasies, and scenes that are just downright stupid. It’s a real mixed bag and, ultimately, a huge disappointment.

It answers none of the questions raised in the first book, and since the trilogy remains unfinished (and likely always will), none of the new questions it poses are answered either—nor will they ever be.

Patrick…finish the damn book and give us the 3rd part of our trilogy.

Enjoyed the storylines with the University and severen but I found the storyline with the felurian to be rather uncomfortable to read. Almost dnf'd but was so far through. 

Emily Richards

Drew Nerbas

A great follow up to The Name of the Wind. Although amazing mostly all the way through, the length felt a bit taxing at times and there were parts that felt unnecessary, specifically after the section about bandits (iykyk). Overall very good and I hope we get a third book.

ploral

2.5/5

The best character of the series has to be Auri. That girl always brightened my mood. She brought the most interesting gifts and was simply a sunshine.
I hate denna and hate kvothe's obsession with her. Their love story is non-existent. The plot was pretty non-existent too. 

Despite the annoying things, I liked this book. It was fun and I liked how the legend is growing.

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-read 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-read for all fantasy fans. Readable, engaging and gripping THE WISE MAN'S FEAR is the biggest and the best new fantasy novel out there.

Pepper

I should write a review but what can one say except: when's the next one coming out?
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Aaron J Mitchell

It's a fun book but not nearly as good as the original. After a slow first half the second half goes into over drive and our hero Kvothe somehow becomes not only one of the greatest swordsmen in the world but also the greatest lover in the world after some time in bed with a fae goddess. It seems like the chosen one fantasy tropes the first book subverted by having their chosen hero put through the absolute ringer are tossed out for a bunch of wish fulfillment quick leveling by the character and rather than him using his existing talents and guile to escape danger it just kind of throws new talents into the blender so he succeeds because now he is just that great at the fighting/sexing.

What really bummed me out was the complete lack of development or exploration of any of the dark secrets foreshadowed in the first book and even in the series title. Even a decent tease of an answer would have been great. But the lack of anything makes me suspicious the answers haven't been sorted out yet.

Jaden Nelson

I am going to try to keep this review as short and sweet as I can, but to be honest I don't know if I can hold back from rambling. This book was spectacular. It had everything good that the first book was, and if I dare say, better. It is exceptionally clever and outstandingly written. (See 84% review)Honestly I think that I will start thinking differently. I want to read more books like this. Books that make you stop and think. Books that change the way you think about things. This isn't just some silly story a guy made up either, there is research that went into this book( for example the mention of the Molyneux's problem on(page 131). It is the book of a knowledgeable man(Patrick Rothfuss) and this knowledge he writes with resonates perfectly with the personality of the main character, Kvothe. (I encourage you to read Patrick Rothfuss's Goodreads bio to show just how many things he is knowledgeable in). The intricate details and facts are fit into the book so well, and is one thing that makes this book truly spectacular. Like mentioned in The name of the wind review, these books taught me a ton of vocabulary that I would have never otherwise probably ever known. The book is written so well that you almost fall into the story, you feel like you are watching the whole thing happen right before your eyes. I think this is my new favorite book, which is saying something. It was 1000 pages, the longest book I have ever read, and while it did take me about 17 days(a little less), I could have easily read this in a about a week, because it is so enthralling and flows beautifully. Just a few disclaimers if you're going to read it, there are a good number of explicit scenes, but please don't let that stop you, because it added to the book and character development so well. I would recommend this to all of my friends to read sometime in their life. See, not rambly at all!


Reread in 2019 (2 years later): Well I certainly have a lot less to say about this book on my second read/review. I was sort of afraid that when I reread it, I wouldn't like it as much as the first time, but I am glad to say that that it was just as good on the second run. This is the book that I tell people is my favorite book (even though that is a very complicated question). The reason for this is, I have decided, is because it's entertaining on every single page (most books have iffy bits), the characters and plot are written so well and well thought out, and most of all there is just sooo much to this book. When I look back after finishing it, it's like I have literally read someone's entire life story. This is getting kind of boring, so basically I'll just say that it was great, it is probably still what I will say is my "favorite book"(even though I don't have a real answer to that question), and reading this helps me remember why fantasy, fiction, etc. aren't "pointless" to read when I get in a book snobby mood. That's all for now and I assume I will read this again someday maybe (maybe when the 3rd book comes out in 40 years--sorry Rothfuss).

Sara

Quite possibly the worst book I have ever read on my stay on earth. No details, page turners. Don't read this or you may as well plan your funeral now.

El temor de un hombre sabio, la esperada continuación de la historia de Kvothe yEl nombre del viento.«Todo hombre sabio teme tres cosas: la tormenta en el mar, la noche sin luna y la ira de un hombre amable.»El hombre había desaparecido. El mito no. Músico, mendigo, ladrón, estudiante, mago, trotamundos, héroe y asesino, Kvothe había borrado su rastro. Y ni siquiera ahora que le han encontrado, ni siquiera ni siquiera ahora que le han encontrado, ni siquiera ahora que las tinieblas invaden los rincones del mundo, está dispuesto a regresar. Pero su historia prosigue, la aventura continúa, y Kvothe seguirá contándola para revelar la verdad tras la leyenda.«Me llamo Kvothe

El temor de un hombre sabio

Elliot

Coleman McCormick

This one was a lot slower read for me than the first in the series. I did enjoy it, just wasn't as captivated as by The Name of the Wind.

I'm becoming less interested in Kvothe's backstory, and a lot more intrigued by the present-day activities going on with Bast and Chronicler in the inn. That's fascinating stuff. Hopefully the third round will end up revealing some more about the mystery of the Waystone Inn.

José Sousa

Won't read a better book for a very long time for sure.

kvothe would be a redditor. Thank you and goodnight

Literally what tf is happening.

kvothe would be a redditor. Thank you and goodnight

Not as good as first but still very good.

Alec Karlen

Anthony

I came into this series late (something I’m grateful for). Here’s hoping the series is concluded in the next few years... but if not, don’t worry Patrick, I haven’t been waiting long. 😂

Andrea Navarrete

** spoiler alert **
           I love this story. Seriously, Rothfuss really did something special here. I enjoyed this reread so much, i remembered why they are my favorite books. For starters, the writing is so beautiful, in my opinion, the quality of it improved a lot in this second book. Also the characters. They are so well written. Yes, Denna frustrates me too, but I mean, isn't she supposed to? I loved how the author wrote the characters, like I said in my review of the first book, he gives you enough details to connect and understand the characters (specially kvothe) but leaves out also enough to make you think. I like books and characters that make me think, that are complex. 
I read this book now in such a different mindset than when I first read it, and I appreciate it more this time around. Sure the book has its problems, the plot may be a little wavering and yes, there are times where It's not very clear why we are spending so much time someplace in the story. But overall, it's a masterpiece. 

Also, Teccam, he knows what's up...

Charlotte Dann

I did enjoy this book a lot, just not as much as the first one. Could have lived without Ketan and Felurian to be honest, but I loved all the Maer parts and Kvothe's general badassery, itching for #3.

Shiveen Pandita

Good follow-up to the first one, a bit windy in certain places but gets the point across in the end.

Prashanth Srivatsa

A gripping tale of fantasy that will surely stand the test of time, Patrick Rothfuss takes a step ahead with his Kingkiller Chronicles' second instalment, The Wise Man's Fear. The tale of Kvothe continues from where it stopped in the much impressive debut, the Name of the Wind, and rides through high paced action entangled with delicate prose and true fantasy. Much recommended.

Hunter Loftis

This is the middle arc of what could have been a nice story. Unfortunately, its author has abandoned the series.

Ryan LaFerney

In The Wise Man's Fear, we find Kvothe searching for answers, attempting to uncover the truth about the mysterious Amyr, the Chandrian, and the death of his parents. Along the way, Kvothe is put on trial by the legendary Adem mercenaries, forced to reclaim the honor of his family, and travels into the Fae realm. There he meets Felurian, the faerie woman no man can resist, and who no man has ever survived...until Kvothe.

Basically, this is Kvothe taking his first steps on the path of the hero and becoming somewhat of a troubled legend. As always, Rothfuss' writing is wonderful. He is a wordsmith but allows the story to come first before any embellishment. The story does feel a little lengthy but in conclusion, I feel that the story might be incomplete if he subtracted from it. The middle journey (time away from the University) often dragged but this in reflection aided the joyous homecoming when Kvothe, our unreliable, irritating, yet charming narrator does finally return to the University.

Like many, I'm eagerly anticipating Rothfuss' final entry.

Was pretty interesting minus all the sudden need to mention Kvothe’s sexual prowess constantly for the latter third of the book. 

If a series has a focus on sexual content, that’s fine. But to make it completely absent a topic for a book and a half and then suddenly throw it in all the time (I know that the justification would be that he was a virgin up until that point) but it’s jarring and a complete change in writing style. 

I did love learning about the Adem though, and the Cthaeh, his friendship with Auri, his return to Tarbean to repay all those who helped him when he most needed it, and many other aspects of the book though. I just felt the switch in tone and focus was a bit strange (it felt like a different book or writer) towards the end. 

I do hope, that if the third book is released, the writing style will return to a more cohesive state. 

Ruby Soho

Was pretty interesting minus all the sudden need to mention Kvothe’s sexual prowess constantly for the latter third of the book. 

If a series has a focus on sexual content, that’s fine. But to make it completely absent a topic for a book and a half and then suddenly throw it in all the time (I know that the justification would be that he was a virgin up until that point) but it’s jarring and a complete change in writing style. 

I did love learning about the Adem though, and the Cthaeh, his friendship with Auri, his return to Tarbean to repay all those who helped him when he most needed it, and many other aspects of the book though. I just felt the switch in tone and focus was a bit strange (it felt like a different book or writer) towards the end. 

I do hope, that if the third book is released, the writing style will return to a more cohesive state. 

Izza

4 stars | Amazing sequel to "The Name of the Wind". I found this one to be a little slow towards the middle, but still very entertaining.

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