In what can only be described as one of the best awesomeness to penny deals of all time, Amazon have decided to offer up The Name of The Wind for £1.49 to those of you who own a Kindle.
Now, I imagine that if you are a fantasy fan you’ve read Patrick Rothfuss’s work, which is some of the most beautiful and captivating in the modern fantasy era, but if you haven’t here’s a review to tempt you into pick it up: Fantasy-Faction’s 10/10 review for Name of The Wind.
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.
Essentially, this book is a perfect example of what fantasy should be and I truly believe that Patrick Rothfuss has shaped the future of the fantasy genre. By showing us the incredible life of Kvothe through his own brilliant eyes and being able to put that into beautiful prose that evoke such a wide array of emotions – Rothfuss created a piece of literature that is currently unmatched. Keep your eye on Patrick Rothfuss because he may well be the most talented writer out there today.
So, if you’ve not read it or you haven’t read it for a while and fancy a re-read, click here to pick it up!
Jennie Ivins