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This fantasy shares a hopeful and triumphant tone that will resonate with The Wise Man's Fear (Kingkiller Chronicle) fans.
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The best books like The Wise Man's Fear (Kingkiller Chronicle) are:
- 1Mistborn by Brandon Sanderson4.5
- 2Emily Wilde's Encyclopaedia of Faeries by Heather Fawcett4.3#1
- 3The Name of the Wind by Patrick Rothfuss0Series starter
- 4The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V. E. Schwab4.5
- 5A Sorceress Comes to Call by T. Kingfisher4.4
- 6The Priory of the Orange Tree by Samantha Shannon0
- 7The Lies of Locke Lamora by Scott Lynch4.5#1
- 8The Hobbit by J. R. R. Tolkien0
- 9The Bear and the Nightingale by Katherine Arden0#1
- 10Jade City by Fonda Lee0#1
Legendary arcanist Kvothe continues his tale as escalating troubles at the University force him to seek his fortune in foreign lands, where he becomes entangled in deadly court politics and leads mercenaries against mysterious threats plaguing the King's Road. All the while, he pursues dangerous secrets about the Chandrian—the shadowy beings who murdered his family—as he struggles with the burden of becoming a living legend.
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Emily Wilde's Encyclopaedia of Faeries
Emily Wilde #1 (works standalone)by Heather Fawcett
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Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a cozy yet dangerous tone that will resonate with The Wise Man's Fear (Kingkiller Chronicle) fans.
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The Name of the Wind
Start of An Unfinished seriesby Patrick Rothfuss
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Why you'll love it:
Another Patrick Rothfuss book — if you love their writing style, this is a natural next pick.
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by V. E. Schwab
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Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a melancholy and yearning tone that will resonate with The Wise Man's Fear (Kingkiller Chronicle) fans.
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by T. Kingfisher
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Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a dark but ultimately hopeful tone that will resonate with The Wise Man's Fear (Kingkiller Chronicle) fans.
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The Lies of Locke Lamora
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Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a witty but brutal tone that will resonate with The Wise Man's Fear (Kingkiller Chronicle) fans.
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Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a cozy yet adventurous tone that will resonate with The Wise Man's Fear (Kingkiller Chronicle) fans.
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The Bear and the Nightingale
Winternight #1 (works standalone)by Katherine Arden
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Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a haunting and atmospheric tone that will resonate with The Wise Man's Fear (Kingkiller Chronicle) fans.
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Jade City
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This fantasy shares a brutal but intimate tone that will resonate with The Wise Man's Fear (Kingkiller Chronicle) fans.
Quick Comparison: Books Like The Wise Man's Fear (Kingkiller Chronicle)
| Book | Author | Rating | Year | Pages | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mistborn📚 Series starter | Brandon Sanderson | 4.5 | 2006 | 541 | Start a new series |
| Emily Wilde's Encyclopaedia of Faeries | Heather Fawcett | 4.3 | 2023 | 335 | Similar vibes |
| The Name of the Wind📚 Series starter | Patrick Rothfuss | 0 | 2007 | — | Same author |
| The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue | V. E. Schwab | 4.5 | 2023 | 448 | Similar vibes |
| A Sorceress Comes to Call | T. Kingfisher | 4.4 | 2024 | 336 | Similar vibes |
| The Priory of the Orange Tree | Samantha Shannon | 0 | 2019 | — | Similar vibes |
| The Lies of Locke Lamora | Scott Lynch | 4.5 | 2006 | 752 | Similar vibes |
| The Hobbit | J. R. R. Tolkien | 0 | 2009 | — | Similar vibes |
| The Bear and the Nightingale | Katherine Arden | 0 | 2020 | — | Similar vibes |
| Jade City | Fonda Lee | 0 | 2017 | — | Similar vibes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What books are most similar to The Wise Man's Fear (Kingkiller Chronicle)?
The most similar books to The Wise Man's Fear (Kingkiller Chronicle) are Mistborn, Emily Wilde's Encyclopaedia of Faeries, The Name of the Wind.
What should I read after The Wise Man's Fear (Kingkiller Chronicle)?
After finishing The Wise Man's Fear (Kingkiller Chronicle), readers most commonly pick up Mistborn next. Alternatively, you might enjoy more books by Patrick Rothfuss, such as The Name of the Wind.
Who writes books like Patrick Rothfuss?
Authors similar to Patrick Rothfuss include Robin Hobb, Ursula K. Le Guin.
What genre is The Wise Man's Fear (Kingkiller Chronicle)?
The Wise Man's Fear (Kingkiller Chronicle) is a Fantasy novel by Patrick Rothfuss, published in 2013. It features elements of Kingkiller Chronicle, Mercenary, Political Intrigue.
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The Wise Man's Fear (Kingkiller Chronicle) varies in length depending on edition.
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About The Wise Man's Fear (Kingkiller Chronicle)
Discover book two of Patrick Rothfuss’ #1 New York Times-bestselling epic fantasy series, The Kingkiller Chronicle.“I just love the world of Patrick Rothfuss.” -Lin-Manuel MirandaDAY TWO: THE WISE MAN’S FEAR“There are three things all wise men fear: the sea in storm, a night with no moon, and the anger of a gentle man.”My name is Kvothe. You may have heard of me.So begins a tale told from his own point of view-a story unequaled in fantasy literature. Now in The Wise Man’s Fear, Day Two of The Kingkiller Chronicle, an escalating rivalry with a powerful member of the nobility forces Kvothe to leave the University and seek his fortune abroad. Adrift, penniless, and alone, he travels to Vintas, where he quickly becomes entangled in the politics of courtly society. While attempting to curry favor with a powerful noble, Kvothe uncovers an assassination attempt, comes into conflict with a rival arcanist, and leads a group of mercenaries into the wild, in an attempt to solve the mystery of who (or what) is waylaying travelers on the King's Road.All the while, Kvothe searches for answers, attempting to uncover the truth about the mysterious Amyr, the Chandrian, and the death of his parents. In The Wise Man's Fear, Kvothe takes his first steps on the path of the hero and learns how difficult life can be when a man becomes a legend in his own time.