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A review by lauraeydmann82
The Willful Princess and the Piebald Prince by Robin Hobb
5.0
Set in the Farseer world, with Wit magic (the ability to speak to and bond with animals) this book follows the story of Princess Caution (the Wilful Princess) and Prince Charger (the Piebald Prince). Told by the companion of the Princess, Felicity, we see the story of the Witted prince overthrown from the throne, through jealousy, prejudice and pride. A story of how being witted has become such a bad thing in the Farseer world, this is a brilliant little piece of 'history' which not only helps to add colour and depth to the world she has created but also is a beautiful little story in it's own right. I have always wondered why Wit was so looked down upon in the Farseer world, and this elaborated on the story and made the prejudices in the books make more sense.
I love Robin Hobb's books anyway, and have read the Farseer Trilogy, the Tawny Man trilogy and the Liveship traders trilogy, as well as the Soldier Son trilogy, and I love the worlds she has created. This book is a bit of a departure as it's a novella compared to the 500 page novels I am used to by Hobb, but I loved it nonetheless. It was beautifully written, in the voice of Felicity, and kept me intrigued and interested throughout. The illustration in the book were stunning and not only enhanced the story but have made the whole book a lovely experience. I have re-awoken my love for these books, and I have decided to re-read the Liveship Trader trilogy before moving on to the new Rain Wilds Chronicles.
I love Robin Hobb's books anyway, and have read the Farseer Trilogy, the Tawny Man trilogy and the Liveship traders trilogy, as well as the Soldier Son trilogy, and I love the worlds she has created. This book is a bit of a departure as it's a novella compared to the 500 page novels I am used to by Hobb, but I loved it nonetheless. It was beautifully written, in the voice of Felicity, and kept me intrigued and interested throughout. The illustration in the book were stunning and not only enhanced the story but have made the whole book a lovely experience. I have re-awoken my love for these books, and I have decided to re-read the Liveship Trader trilogy before moving on to the new Rain Wilds Chronicles.