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I really wanted to love this book,but it was just not to be. The writing is very erratic, which while it suites the character role, it just ended up annoying me. I have read some books that were alternatively written - Ibid is a great example - that accomplished pulling off an alternative style and telling an enjoyable story. Unfortunately, this book was just not one of them. Interesting, but not extraordinary.
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One of the most well written fantasy novels by a first time author I have read. Wonderful story line that follows a typical fantasy role, yet it doesn't seem old or re-done. Harry Potter for adults.
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bluenude3, April 12, 2008
I really wanted to love this book,but it was just not to be. The writing is very erratic, which while it suites the character role, it just ended up annoying me. I have read some books that were alternatively written - Ibid is a great example - that accomplished pulling off an alternative style and telling an enjoyable story. Unfortunately, this book was just not one of them. Interesting, but not extraordinary.(7 of 10 readers found this comment helpful)
The Name of the Wind: The Kingkiller Chronicles: Day One (Kingkiller Chronicles #01) by Patrick Rothfuss
bluenude3, April 12, 2008
One of the most well written fantasy novels by a first time author I have read. Wonderful story line that follows a typical fantasy role, yet it doesn't seem old or re-done. Harry Potter for adults.(6 of 11 readers found this comment helpful)