Book Reveiw: The Wise Man's Fear

The Wise Man's Fear by Patrick Rothfuss was the sequel to his first novel Name of the Wind. The trilogy, which is thus far only two thirds complete, is the retelling of a man's life story. The main character is named Kvothe, although he is called Kote in the frame story. The majority of the tale is his riveting discourse detailing the events of his life, beginning at his birth and continuing to the time at which he is relating his story. The events which are described in The Wise Man's Fear are far too intricate to review even in a highly abridged synopsis. I will say however, that both novels are extremely well written. Rothfuss seems to be of the school of thought that simpler is better. He describes situations with little ado, and yet paints a clear picture with concise and tactful writing. Most of the imagery is the responsibility of the mind of the audience, a fact which adds tremendously to the potency of the writing. I would highly recommend reading both of these novels, as both are excellent. Truly in order to enjoy The Wise Man's Fear one must read The Name of the Wind (which was a New York Times #1 best seller by the way). The stories and writing of both novels are stupendous. Next time you find yourself in a book store browsing, take my advice and begin your own journey through the life of Kvothe.

Folkway

Let for once the demons rest
Out of many we shall all be one
And perhaps less fear ingest
So to find the crusades are done

Learn through gods we so rever
that perhaps the ice is not so thin
A devotion to Elder Troth so clear
discover again without within