edluback's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
iamcephandrius's review against another edition
5.0
The best of what I've read of Hobbs' work so far. This was a very special book.
Utterly fantastic.
Utterly fantastic.
kradcliffe's review against another edition
5.0
Fools Errand is somewhat of a simpler book than the previous entries. But in no way does that make it any less enjoyable.
If you've come straight into reading this after reading the Liveship series as I did the first time, it might be a bit more apparent, however on my second read I read only the Farseer line of books. So it was less pronounced.
Avoiding spoilers as much as I can, the book starts with Fitz living in solitude after the dramatic end to the original Farseer trilogy, the Redship Raiders were defeated, Verity as Dragon returned with the other stone dragons to his slumber, and Fitz has made the long journey back from the quarry with Nighteyes. He's somewhat content with his current situation, after spending the majority of his life being used by other people he's happy to just enjoy what time he has left with his wolf. However he still has an unquenchable thirst for the Skill. Often times spending hours sitting on a bench reaching out for someone he knows isn't there.
As always, The Fool is the one who drags Fitz back into a life of intrigue and adventure. This time to save Kettrickens son, Prince Dutiful. They believe he has been kidnapped by a group known as the Piebalds. A nefarious group responsible for outing any and all people who are capable of the Wit magic, usually ending in their deaths or exile.
Fitz is tasked with journeying to retrieve the Prince, as he is promised to a young princess from the Outislands, in a hope to forge an alliance with the historically aggressive people.
The story is a touch more self contained than other entries in the series, it touches a lot more on Fitz's relationship with Nighteyes, his growing anxiety of his elderly wolf's condition, and how the two have grown to be even more entwined. Personally this is one of my favourite books in the entire series. there is some incredible character building, particularly on the part of Nighteyes and Fitz, we get to see more sides of them as Fitz's maturity means he's more open with his feelings in his - admittedly flawed - narration. We see more stress being placed on his relationship with the Fool and Chade, as well as many new relationships that bring out new sides of the beloved characters.
To me it's a very emotional book, as I'm sure many would agree. It delves much deeper into the darker parts of Hobbs writing, and it's always interesting to see Fitz interact with people completely opposite to himself, and try to keep a level head. The Fool as always is a cryptic addition that leaves you with more questions than answers, but in doing so sets up future storylines beautifully.
If you've come straight into reading this after reading the Liveship series as I did the first time, it might be a bit more apparent, however on my second read I read only the Farseer line of books. So it was less pronounced.
Avoiding spoilers as much as I can, the book starts with Fitz living in solitude after the dramatic end to the original Farseer trilogy, the Redship Raiders were defeated, Verity as Dragon returned with the other stone dragons to his slumber, and Fitz has made the long journey back from the quarry with Nighteyes. He's somewhat content with his current situation, after spending the majority of his life being used by other people he's happy to just enjoy what time he has left with his wolf. However he still has an unquenchable thirst for the Skill. Often times spending hours sitting on a bench reaching out for someone he knows isn't there.
As always, The Fool is the one who drags Fitz back into a life of intrigue and adventure. This time to save Kettrickens son, Prince Dutiful. They believe he has been kidnapped by a group known as the Piebalds. A nefarious group responsible for outing any and all people who are capable of the Wit magic, usually ending in their deaths or exile.
Fitz is tasked with journeying to retrieve the Prince, as he is promised to a young princess from the Outislands, in a hope to forge an alliance with the historically aggressive people.
The story is a touch more self contained than other entries in the series, it touches a lot more on Fitz's relationship with Nighteyes, his growing anxiety of his elderly wolf's condition, and how the two have grown to be even more entwined. Personally this is one of my favourite books in the entire series. there is some incredible character building, particularly on the part of Nighteyes and Fitz, we get to see more sides of them as Fitz's maturity means he's more open with his feelings in his - admittedly flawed - narration. We see more stress being placed on his relationship with the Fool and Chade, as well as many new relationships that bring out new sides of the beloved characters.
To me it's a very emotional book, as I'm sure many would agree. It delves much deeper into the darker parts of Hobbs writing, and it's always interesting to see Fitz interact with people completely opposite to himself, and try to keep a level head. The Fool as always is a cryptic addition that leaves you with more questions than answers, but in doing so sets up future storylines beautifully.
jess_eats_books's review against another edition
5.0
Book 14 of April. The story itself wasn't spectacular after reading through the Liveship trilogy, but the characters were. It was good to get back to Fitz. I'm excited to continue with the series.
moodreadswithtasha's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
sebastiansbookshelf's review against another edition
5.0
5 out of 5 stars
Wow...just...wow...
Fool's Errand is the seventh book in Robin Hobb's Realm of the Elderlings series, and the first book of the Tawny Man trilogy. So what did I think about it? Find out here.
Fifteen years after the events of Assassin's Quest, Fitz is living with Nighteyes and his adopted son Hap in exile under the name of Tom Badgerlock. However, things are about to change, as Fitz might have to come out of exile...
I didn't think anything by Robin Hobb would exceed the Liveship Traders trilogy...but I was wrong. Fool's Errand is the best book by Robin Hobb so far, and is one of my favorite books at the moment. Hobb perfects everything she does well here. This is everything I wanted from Realm of the Elderlings, and more. It's amazing, I can't think of anything else to add. Overall, Fool's Errand is a masterpiece. I can't wait to read The Golden Fool in February, and it's going to be a hard wait for sure.
-- Sebastian C
Wow...just...wow...
Fool's Errand is the seventh book in Robin Hobb's Realm of the Elderlings series, and the first book of the Tawny Man trilogy. So what did I think about it? Find out here.
Fifteen years after the events of Assassin's Quest, Fitz is living with Nighteyes and his adopted son Hap in exile under the name of Tom Badgerlock. However, things are about to change, as Fitz might have to come out of exile...
I didn't think anything by Robin Hobb would exceed the Liveship Traders trilogy...but I was wrong. Fool's Errand is the best book by Robin Hobb so far, and is one of my favorite books at the moment. Hobb perfects everything she does well here. This is everything I wanted from Realm of the Elderlings, and more. It's amazing, I can't think of anything else to add. Overall, Fool's Errand is a masterpiece. I can't wait to read The Golden Fool in February, and it's going to be a hard wait for sure.
-- Sebastian C
mkcar's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Second favorite so far in the Farseer arc. Some parts felt out of place but the incorporation of intrigue and conspiracy was a fun change.
Content Warnings
Minor: Animal death
rosebuddy22's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5