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The Narrow Road Between Desires: A Kingkiller Chronicle Novella by Patrick Rothfuss
32 reviews
teafrog's review against another edition
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Minor: Child abuse and Domestic abuse
sheyri's review against another edition
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Mentions HRT and a possum. Perfection!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Alcoholism, Child abuse, and Domestic abuse
everybodyloveschocolate's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
2.5
I read the Kingkiller Chronicles some years ago and absolutely fell in love with the universe and the detailed storytelling of the books. When this book was published I was unsure whether I wanted to read it, as I didn't care all that much for Bast.
In some ways this novella changed that. I got to see new sides to Bast that I wouldn't have known from the series, which was nice.
Some things that were a bit off-putting to me were the inconsistency in the narrator - at times it felt like it was being told from Bast's perspective, but then suddenly the narrator felt a bit more omniscient - and also the language. I loved the language in the previous books, but this one felt a bit simplified. Overall it had a more YA feel than the others (which is not bad, just not what I expected based on his other works).
Despite these things I enjoyed the story itself a lot, and I'm glad I took the time to read it. I should add that I had not read The Lightning Tree beforehand, so all of it was completely new to me.
In some ways this novella changed that. I got to see new sides to Bast that I wouldn't have known from the series, which was nice.
Some things that were a bit off-putting to me were the inconsistency in the narrator - at times it felt like it was being told from Bast's perspective, but then suddenly the narrator felt a bit more omniscient - and also the language. I loved the language in the previous books, but this one felt a bit simplified. Overall it had a more YA feel than the others (which is not bad, just not what I expected based on his other works).
Despite these things I enjoyed the story itself a lot, and I'm glad I took the time to read it. I should add that I had not read The Lightning Tree beforehand, so all of it was completely new to me.
Content Warnings
Minor: Child abuse
uncreativeoops's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
Short, sweet, and funny, but also adressing an abusive relationship I wasn't expecting. I forgot how funny Rothfuss' writing can be. Bast is a delight.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Alcoholism, Child abuse, Domestic abuse, Physical abuse, and Blood
blewballoon's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
My friend read this and recommended it to me. They were right, it's quite good, and so is the author's note and all the artwork included. I'd recommend to fans of cozy fantasy and fae folklore. It's a slow paced day-in-the-life story with some lovely imagery, and it's satisfying to see how many elements of the day tie together in the end.
Content Warnings
Minor: Alcoholism, Child abuse, Domestic abuse, Physical abuse, and Schizophrenia/Psychosis
annick's review
adventurous
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
If it weren’t for the wider kingkiller links and a couple of beautifully written sentences, I didn’t really enjoy this. It’s fine. But not one I’m likely recommend to read or reread.
Dislikes:
- rothfuss still struggles with writing female characters outside of the male gaze. It’s less ick than previous publications. But it feels like he sees male characters as default characters with agency and nuance.
- the artwork of human famous was a bit over wrought.
Likes
- subtle references to what happened off page. Eg Nettie and Jessom.
- weaving in the day
- tantalising mystery of the embrils.
- a couple of beautifully written sentences. Which I can’t find or share easily because I read the hardback
Dislikes:
- rothfuss still struggles with writing female characters outside of the male gaze. It’s less ick than previous publications. But it feels like he sees male characters as default characters with agency and nuance.
- the artwork of human famous was a bit over wrought.
Likes
- subtle references to what happened off page. Eg Nettie and Jessom.
- weaving in the day
- tantalising mystery of the embrils.
- a couple of beautifully written sentences. Which I can’t find or share easily because I read the hardback
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child abuse, Domestic abuse, and Injury/Injury detail
kristie_deaver's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
If you love Rothfuss’ other work this is a wonderful dip back into the world.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child abuse
gabie_reads's review
adventurous
emotional
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
4.0
it's been a while since I last read The Name of the Wind and The Wise Man's Fear (I think it's been more than 10 years), but this little book made me want to read them again for the third time!
I really enjoy Patrick Rothfuss's writing - although to be honest I didn't particularly like The Slow Regard of Silent Things - and this novella has got me hooked again. An enjoyable and emotional read, I was tempted to reread it as soon as I finished, just to catch the little details that seemed irrelevant the first time, but weren't.
This one reignited my desire and excitement for the final book in the trilogy <3
I really enjoy Patrick Rothfuss's writing - although to be honest I didn't particularly like The Slow Regard of Silent Things - and this novella has got me hooked again. An enjoyable and emotional read, I was tempted to reread it as soon as I finished, just to catch the little details that seemed irrelevant the first time, but weren't.
This one reignited my desire and excitement for the final book in the trilogy <3
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child abuse and Domestic abuse
lydiainspace's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Minor: Child abuse and Domestic abuse
keltaklo's review
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child abuse