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Fool's Errand
- The Tawny Man Trilogy, Book 1
- Narrated by: James Langton
- Length: 25 hrs and 18 mins
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For fifteen years FitzChivalry Farseer has lived in self-imposed exile, assumed to be dead by almost all who once cared about him. But now, into his isolated life, visitors begin to arrive: Fitz's mentor from his assassin days; a hedge-witch who foresees the return of a long-lost love; and the Fool, the former White Prophet, who beckons Fitz to fulfill his destiny.
Then comes the summons he cannot ignore. Prince Dutiful, the young heir to the Farseer throne, has vanished. Fitz, possessed of magical skills both royal and profane, is the only one who can retrieve him in time for his betrothal ceremony, thus sparing the Six Duchies profound political embarrassment - or worse. But even Fitz does not suspect the web of treachery that awaits him - or how his loyalties will be tested to the breaking point.
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After centuries of conflict, a peace treaty has finally been drawn between the warring Saxons and Norse—largely due to the wisdom and bravery of the legendary Viking leader Wolf Hakonson and the noble warrior Lord Hawk. Hawk and Wolf each married women from warring clans to unite the Saxons and Norse. But for all its blessings, the promise of peace will remain fragile—unless it can be sealed forever by a third and final marriage between these two proud clans.
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bodice ripper; thin on authentic history
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By: Josie Litton
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Cold Magic
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The Industrial Revolution has begun, factories are springing up across the country, and new technologies are transforming the cities. But the old ways do not die easy. Cat and Bee are part of this revolution. Young women at college, learning of the science that will shape their future and ignorant of the magics that rule their families. But all of that will change when the Cold Mages come for Cat. New dangers lurk around every corner and hidden threats menace her every move. If blood can't be trusted, who can you trust?
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Absolutely Brilliant Fantasy!
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Grave Mercy
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Escaping an arranged marriage, 17-year-old Ismae finds sanctuary in the St. Mortain convent, where the sisters worship the gods of old. There, Ismae learns that the God of Death has special plans for her—a destiny that will one day compel her to betray the man she loves.
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Slow Start but Finished Strong
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By: Robin LaFevers
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The Bone Doll's Twin
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As people start to recall the Oracle's prophecy, Erius begins to quietly kill off his female relatives who pose the only threat to his monarchy. Constantly in fear for her life, Princess Ariani the King's sister, gave birth to twins, a boy and a girl. But Ariani is married to Lord Rhius, the patron of the powerful wizard Iya, and Iya has sinister plans for the babes.
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Not a bad beginning, but . . .
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By: Lynn Flewelling
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The Stolen Luck
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Lord James Dupree must recover his family's stolen Luck, the elven talisman that has protected the Dupree lands for generations. Despite his abhorrence of slavery, James wins an elven slave in a game of cards. The slave, Loren, provides the only chance to enter the Lands Between and recover the stolen Luck. As the two work together through hardship and danger, James finds himself falling in love with Loren. And when a hidden enemy moves against them, he must choose between his responsibility to his family and his own soul.
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Felt more like "Stolen Credits"
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Cephrael's Hand
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In Alorin...300 years after the genocidal Adept Wars, the realm is dying, and the blessed Adept race dies with it. One man holds the secret to reverting this decline: Bjorn van Gelderan, a dangerous and enigmatic man whose shocking betrayal three centuries past earned him a traitor's brand. It is the Adept Vestal Raine D'Lacourte's mission to learn what Bjorn knows in the hope of salvaging his race. But first he'll have to find him....
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This is a great book!!!
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The Hero and the Crown
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Uncertain of the past, Aerin-sol, daughter of King Arlbeth, decides to forge her own future by challenging the lashing tongues of the dragon’s fire. Aerin’s proficiency as "the Dragon-slayer" sets her on a quest for the stolen Crown of Damar, believed to be in the hands of rebellious northerners who threaten to destroy the Damarian people and their home forever.
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Second only to Blue Sword
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Lamp Black, Wolf Grey
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Artist Laura Matthews finds her new home in the Welsh mountains to be a place so charged with tales and legends that she is able to reach through the gossamer-fine veil that separates her own world from that of myth and fable. She and her husband, Dan, have given up their city life and moved to Blaencwm, an ancient longhouse high in the hills. Here, she hopes that the wild beauty will inspire her to produce her best art and will give her the baby they have longed for.
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Just plain silly
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Transformation
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Seyonne is a man waiting to die. He has been a slave for 16 years, almost half his life, and has lost everything of meaning to him: his dignity, the people and homeland he loves, and the Warden's power he used to defend an unsuspecting world from the ravages of demons. Seyonne has made peace with his fate. With strict self-discipline he forces himself to exist only in the present moment and to avoid the pain of hope or caring about anyone.
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Seriously Excellent
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The Briar King
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Two thousand years ago, the Born Queen defeated the Skasloi lords, freeing humans from the bitter yoke of slavery. But now monstrous creatures roam the land and destinies become inextricably entangled in a drama of power and seduction. The kings woodsman, a rebellious girl, a young priest, a roguish adventurer, and a young man made suddenly into a knight all face malevolent forces that shake the foundations of the kingdom, even as the Briar King, legendary harbinger of death, awakens from his slumber.
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Good stuff
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Markswoman
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Kyra is the youngest Markswoman in the Order of Kali, a highly trained sisterhood of elite warriors armed with telepathic blades. Guided by a strict code of conduct, Kyra and the other Orders are sworn to protect the people of Asiana. But to be a Markswoman, an acolyte must repudiate her former life completely. Kyra has pledged to do so, yet she secretly harbors a fierce desire to avenge her dead family. When Kyra's beloved mentor dies in mysterious circumstances, and Tamsyn, the dangerous Mistress of Mental Arts, assumes control, Kyra is forced on the run.
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Everything I look for in a fantasy series!
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No Man of Woman Born
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From the author of the Earthside series and the Rewoven Tales novels, No Man of Woman Born is a collection of seven fantasy stories in which transgender and nonbinary characters subvert and fulfill gendered prophecies. These prophecies recognize and acknowledge each character's gender, even when others do not.
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Not What I expected
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By: Ana Mardoll
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- 12-23-20
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I’m not crying, you’re crying.
And smiling and contemplating and grumbling. Can’t wait to start book 2.
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Hobb is a master
I love Realm of the Elderlings and this is one of the few times where I'll give a 5 star rating to a book that's not the last in an incredible series. The Tawny Man trilogy in general is my favorite part of RotE, and this first book in it is absolutely amazing. We get back to Fitz, the Fool, and Nighteyes and start incorporating more of the lore Hobb has masterfully developed over the last two trilogies. I love how perfectly she can weave stories and this remains one of my favorites of all time.
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Wonderful as Always
It's such a joy being back in this world. I don't know how Hobb does it, but somehow she manages to write books where it's never so intense that I feel like I can't put the book down, but at the same time I always lose track of time while reading her stories and end up binging the whole book.
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The adventure begins again! I find this book the hardest to read because it is so bitter-sweet and heart-felt, that if it doesn't move you to tears, you're not human. I love it, hate it, laugh with it, and cry. I truly love this story.
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- Steve
- 10-06-16
And so the boy is now a man
I am so glad to see how Fitz has grown. I was disappointed, initially, in the last book of the Farseers trilogy to see him having reverted so much to his boyish ways but 15 years later and with a charge of his own and with Nighteyes' help he really has developed into a wonderful man to follow on the journey. This story had a few slower points, but that could just be because I wasn't so invested in Dutiful because we'd not been introduced to him yet so my sense of urgency to see him rescued while on his trail made it hard to be more invested but I swiftly grew fond of him as well. This book props up a number of questions further into the Wit and I'm very excited to keep going. I do know, and warn, for anyone who loves our main hero and his furry brother, to keep some tissues handy. The tale is a bittersweet one for them. 10/10 would read again.
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- Rdwineplz
- 03-26-15
Fantastic Story; Excellent Reader
Where does Fool's Errand rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?
It is one of my all time favorites. I have always liked Robin Hobbs, but have never done an audio book by him. This was a new story, but did gently weave in some of the previous books that I've read. Since it is a Book 1, I am counting on more!
What was one of the most memorable moments of Fool's Errand?
The relationship between the Tawny Man or the "Fool" and his Catalyst, or Roger Badgerlock is great. I personally do enjoy books that intertwine humans with animals, and the relationship between "Night Eyes" and Fitz was outstanding. The voice rendition of "Night Eyes" and all communication between animals and people was especially well done.
What does James Langton bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?
James did an outstanding job expressing the animals communication in the story, and I enjoyed his reading overall. I never thought about a "reader" as I listened. It was real.
Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?
When some key characters died, I did cry. Overall, however, I just wanted to keep on listening. It was a very compelling book. I definitely am looking forward to future books in the series!
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- B. Kester
- 04-06-15
Great story
Very engaging story, as I have come to expect from previous installments. wish things weren't always so gloomy for poor Fitz, but I suppose it is what it is. My only objection is the change in pronunciation from the last series to this... particularly the queen's name. It sounded much more like an actual name in the last series. oh well.
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- P. Quackenbush
- 03-03-19
Robin Hobb is such a wonderful writer!
what a good book! Another step in the story that makes me want more! Enjoy
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- mtmanner
- 02-09-15
Enchanting storyteller!
As a first-time reader of Robin Hobb, her tale wound a spell around me. The narrator's various voices brought to life the characters.
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- Stephen Hughes
- 02-19-15
New favorite?
I enjoyed the characters and story. The magic and mythology as well as the simple humanity. I expect I will finish the series.
The reader was pleasant to hear and made the characters distinctly present.
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