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tprineas's review against another edition
4.0
I wasn't all that invested until page 450. When I finally hintit that, after a week and a half of slow going, I burned through the last 250 pages-- and this illustrates one of the two problems I had; It took forEVER to be investing. I mean, his family is murdered and it's like, "oh nooo, we haven't seen that happen a thousand times before!" and then he enters the magic school-- "cool, we've haven't seen this before! What's Harry Potter, anyways?"
I mentioned that I have two problems. The other one is, well, I can argue with myself about it. TNotW was very sexist, but... wasn't it just being true to the era that it reflects? My argument to that is that it's a fantasy world and Rothfuss could have totally taken it out and the book would be easier to accept. It's the 21st century for heaven's sake!
I may not have liked the magic school, but I did like the magic, because unlike so much fantasy, In TNotW, magic isn't a huge plot point; rather it is a stepping stone to other things. Yeah. That was good.
I also enjoyed the world building (besides the magic). The whole thing with the Fae and the demons and the songs. Gives me a sense of old age about the world.
I mentioned that I have two problems. The other one is, well, I can argue with myself about it. TNotW was very sexist, but... wasn't it just being true to the era that it reflects? My argument to that is that it's a fantasy world and Rothfuss could have totally taken it out and the book would be easier to accept. It's the 21st century for heaven's sake!
I may not have liked the magic school, but I did like the magic, because unlike so much fantasy, In TNotW, magic isn't a huge plot point; rather it is a stepping stone to other things. Yeah. That was good.
I also enjoyed the world building (besides the magic). The whole thing with the Fae and the demons and the songs. Gives me a sense of old age about the world.
leggirio's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
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
5.0
jordynjohnson's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
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? It's complicated
4.5
The world building and the magic system in this book was just so interesting and clearly very well thought out. I also really enjoyed that one of Kvothe’s biggest strengths was how he was so clever and such a quick thinker. It took me a while to get through this book because it’s so long but I’m really glad I did. I’m excited to see where the rest of the series goes.
lucienluck's review against another edition
5.0
I would like to give this a 4.5 because for me this book was a labor of love, I had to get half way through the book for it to pick up, and the last 3rd of it was where I found it really interesting. I am highly anticipating the 2nd book after my efforts, it was overall a great classic fantasy story.
worldofbookcraft's review against another edition
5.0
BLOG REVIEW: http://chaibooks.blogspot.ca/2014/06/review-name-of-wind.html
Spoiler-Free!
What more can I say about this novel that hasn't been said already? Simply put, this novel is a masterpiece. It truly is a work of art.
Basically, The Name of the Wind is an absolutely beautiful narrative about a legend named Kvothe. As a gross simplification, it's a retelling of his life from boyhood.
The Characters? I don't know how all the characters in The Name of the Wind managed to be so fully-fleshed out. Every. Single. Character. Even the minor characters such as merchants, or quick acquaintances felt so real. Each character was so interesting and stood out.
Kvothe was a wonderful protagonist. It was a privilege discover his mysterious and heartbreaking past. He is a legend, and he was shaped and molded into the stuff of fairy-tales and we got to see a sneak peak as to how. He is extremely intelligent and talented in so many areas. I had faith in Kvothe! I felt like I knew him. He is a great protagonist.
The Setting? Beautiful. The Name of the Wind is not only for those who are fans of fantasy... It is for anyone who wishes for a brilliant escape into another world. From the colorful and magical travels with the troupe, to the dark and dangerous streets of Tarbean, to the prestigious and ethereal airs of the University and Archives... This world was magnificent, to say the least.
The Plot? Dazzling. I can honestly say that I lost myself in this book. I loose all sense of time as the only things I could think about when I wasn't reading The Name of the Wind was what Kvothe was doing. I laughed, I cheered, and I gasped out loud, and I might have cried. I didn't have to do any work at all... Rothfuss carried me through with his beautifully crafted story.
I especially love the system of magic that Rothfuss uses. It takes intelligence, concentration, and a whole lot of talent for one to successfully use magic. I love how science such as chemistry and mathematics are weaved seamlessly into magic.
Overall?The Name of the Wind lives up to it's hype. It is an authentic and exciting journey of a young boy. It carried me through emotions that I didn't know I could feel while reading a book. It is an absolute masterpiece, and I could honestly recommend it to almost anyone, regardless of their preference in genres. Excuse me as I pick up the second novel in the Kingkiller Chronicles...
Spoiler-Free!
What more can I say about this novel that hasn't been said already? Simply put, this novel is a masterpiece. It truly is a work of art.
Basically, The Name of the Wind is an absolutely beautiful narrative about a legend named Kvothe. As a gross simplification, it's a retelling of his life from boyhood.
The Characters? I don't know how all the characters in The Name of the Wind managed to be so fully-fleshed out. Every. Single. Character. Even the minor characters such as merchants, or quick acquaintances felt so real. Each character was so interesting and stood out.
Kvothe was a wonderful protagonist. It was a privilege discover his mysterious and heartbreaking past. He is a legend, and he was shaped and molded into the stuff of fairy-tales and we got to see a sneak peak as to how. He is extremely intelligent and talented in so many areas. I had faith in Kvothe! I felt like I knew him. He is a great protagonist.
The Setting? Beautiful. The Name of the Wind is not only for those who are fans of fantasy... It is for anyone who wishes for a brilliant escape into another world. From the colorful and magical travels with the troupe, to the dark and dangerous streets of Tarbean, to the prestigious and ethereal airs of the University and Archives... This world was magnificent, to say the least.
The Plot? Dazzling. I can honestly say that I lost myself in this book. I loose all sense of time as the only things I could think about when I wasn't reading The Name of the Wind was what Kvothe was doing. I laughed, I cheered, and I gasped out loud, and I might have cried. I didn't have to do any work at all... Rothfuss carried me through with his beautifully crafted story.
I especially love the system of magic that Rothfuss uses. It takes intelligence, concentration, and a whole lot of talent for one to successfully use magic. I love how science such as chemistry and mathematics are weaved seamlessly into magic.
Overall?The Name of the Wind lives up to it's hype. It is an authentic and exciting journey of a young boy. It carried me through emotions that I didn't know I could feel while reading a book. It is an absolute masterpiece, and I could honestly recommend it to almost anyone, regardless of their preference in genres. Excuse me as I pick up the second novel in the Kingkiller Chronicles...
cbruening's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
carolineliu's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25