The third in this series is somewhat darker than the others, but the characters ring true and the pacing is amazing. There are surprises around each corner and even while some of them are horrifying, it is a deeply satisfying read. This is my second time reading the series and I was racing toward the finish line with my heart in my throat--again. Do read books one and two first, as much of the story and character development is there. The Fool is more fully developed in this volume than in the previous ones, in a rather satisfying if sometimes uncomfortable way. Great read. I set this one aside with a sigh of both regret that the story is done and with anticipation of the next time I will pull this series out to read again.
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Fool's Fate (The Tawny Man, Book 3)
Fool's Fate - The Tawny Man, Book 3
Author:
A heralded writer of epic fantasy, Robin Hobb has given readers worlds within worlds in her heroic Farseer and Liveship Traders trilogies. Now she takes the final step in the breathtaking trilogy of the Tawny Man, as the tale of FitzChivalry Farseer comes to an epic end. Rife with boundless adventure and unforgettable characters, Fool’s... more » is destined to become a classic of the genre.
Assassin, spy, and Skillmaster, FitzChivalry Farseer, now known only as man-at-arms Tom Badgerlock, has become firmly ensconced in the queen’s court at Buckkeep. Only a few are aware of his fabled, tangled past—and the sacrifices he made to survive it. And fewer know of his possession of the Skill magic. With Prince
Dutiful, his assassin-mentor Chade, and the simpleminded yet strongly Skilled Thick, FitzChivalry strives to aid the prince on a quest that could ultimately secure peace between the Six Duchies and the Outislands—and win Dutiful the hand of the Narcheska Elliania.
For the Narcheska has set the prince on an unfathomable task: to behead a dragon trapped in ice—the legendary Icefyre, on the island of Aslevjal. Yet not all the clans of the Outislands support the prince’s effort to behead their
legendary defender. Are there darker forces at work behind the Narcheska’s imperious demand? As the prince and his coterie set sail, FitzChivalry works behind the scenes, playing nursemaid to the ailing Thick, while striving to strengthen their Skill—ultimately bringing his unacknowledged daughter into the web of the Skill magic, where the truth must finally unfold.
The quest emerges amid riddles that must be unraveled, a clash of cultures, and the ultimate betrayal. For knowing that the Fool has foretold he will die on the island of ice, FitzChivalry has plotted with Chade to leave his dearest friend behind. But fate cannot so easily be defied.
Author:
A heralded writer of epic fantasy, Robin Hobb has given readers worlds within worlds in her heroic Farseer and Liveship Traders trilogies. Now she takes the final step in the breathtaking trilogy of the Tawny Man, as the tale of FitzChivalry Farseer comes to an epic end. Rife with boundless adventure and unforgettable characters, Fool’s... more » is destined to become a classic of the genre.
Assassin, spy, and Skillmaster, FitzChivalry Farseer, now known only as man-at-arms Tom Badgerlock, has become firmly ensconced in the queen’s court at Buckkeep. Only a few are aware of his fabled, tangled past—and the sacrifices he made to survive it. And fewer know of his possession of the Skill magic. With Prince
Dutiful, his assassin-mentor Chade, and the simpleminded yet strongly Skilled Thick, FitzChivalry strives to aid the prince on a quest that could ultimately secure peace between the Six Duchies and the Outislands—and win Dutiful the hand of the Narcheska Elliania.
For the Narcheska has set the prince on an unfathomable task: to behead a dragon trapped in ice—the legendary Icefyre, on the island of Aslevjal. Yet not all the clans of the Outislands support the prince’s effort to behead their
legendary defender. Are there darker forces at work behind the Narcheska’s imperious demand? As the prince and his coterie set sail, FitzChivalry works behind the scenes, playing nursemaid to the ailing Thick, while striving to strengthen their Skill—ultimately bringing his unacknowledged daughter into the web of the Skill magic, where the truth must finally unfold.
The quest emerges amid riddles that must be unraveled, a clash of cultures, and the ultimate betrayal. For knowing that the Fool has foretold he will die on the island of ice, FitzChivalry has plotted with Chade to leave his dearest friend behind. But fate cannot so easily be defied.
ISBN-13: 9780553801545
ISBN-10: 0553801546
Publication Date: 2/3/2004
Pages: 640
Rating: 50
ISBN-10: 0553801546
Publication Date: 2/3/2004
Pages: 640
Rating: 50
4.7 stars, based on 50 ratings
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this is the last in the series of 9 books...they all tie together and to really enjoy the tale you should read them all starting with the assasin series, the Liveships and the to the Fool series. Absolutely 5 star series.
I LOVED this series and actually cried when it was over lol. Dontcha hate when that happens? I actually read this years ago but I keep coming back periodically to see (HOPE!) if Ms Hobb has added to the series. The story has such a great potential to go on as she left the main characters alive. I especially adored the Fool- would love to see another book to continue his story!
The entire trilogy - and the "Assassin" trilogy before it - were terrifically brought to a conclusion with this book. I highly recommend all of the Robin Hobb books. She is a fantastic writer, and develops her characters so well that you feel as though you've known them all your life!
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- Science Fiction & Fantasy >> Authors, A-Z >> ( H ) >> Hobb, Robin
- Science Fiction & Fantasy >> Fantasy >> General
