The Name of the Wind (Kingkiller Chronicles, Day 1)

by Patrick Rothfuss

Rating: 4.00 (1 ratings)

First published 2023

Kvothe, a renowned wizard, recounts his extraordinary life story. As a child, his family is murdered, forcing him to survive on the streets. Taken in by a wise wizard, Kvothe embarks on a quest to uncover the truth behind his parents' deaths and the legendary hero who haunts his dreams. Navigating a world of magic and danger, Kvothe must confront his own fears and unravel the secrets of the past to forge his destiny.

Genres: historical-fiction, adventure, coming-of-age, fantasy

Vibes: atmospheric, suspenseful, thought-provoking

Tropes: chosen-one, found-family

672 pages · Paperback · DAW

Content warnings: violence

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