The Name of the Wind Summary

Patrick Rothfuss
4.52/5
- 2007
Fantasy
Epic
Adventure
This book is good to read when you feel enchanted.

Key Takeaways

  1. Kvothe's narrative, which spans joy, tragedy, and the pursuit of knowledge, captivates with its depth and the complexity of its protagonist.
  2. The richly detailed world and the system of magic are both logically constructed and deeply integrated into the characters' lives and the story’s plot.
  3. Rothfuss’s lyrical prose and the framing device of a story told at an inn lend the tale a timeless and epic quality.

Summary

The story is narrated by Kvothe, now living as an innkeeper, who recounts his adventurous past to a chronicler over three days, each corresponding to a book in the trilogy.

Kvothe's journey from a precocious child to a powerful figure known across the land involves challenges at a magical university, romantic entanglements, and confrontations with mythical beings.

The novel combines elements of fantasy, romance, and mystery, crafting a compelling coming-of-age story that explores themes of loss, identity, and ambition.

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