Hobb, Robin Biography

Robin Hobb is a pseudonym of Margaret Astrid Lindholm Ogden, an American fantasy author known for her epic fantasy novels set in the Realm of the Elderlings universe.Hobb's books are known for their intricate world-building, character development, and emotionally charged storytelling. Her works are often considered to be character-driven, with a focus on the internal struggles and personal growth of her protagonists.Hobb's best-known works include the Farseer Trilogy, the Tawny Man Trilogy, and the Liveship Traders Trilogy, all set in the same universe. Her other series include the Rain Wild Chronicles and the Fitz and the Fool Trilogy.Hobb's writing style is often characterized as immersive and evocative, with a focus on sensory detail and a deep exploration of the psyche of her characters. Her books often deal with themes of identity, trauma, and the impact of personal choices.Overall, Hobb is widely regarded as one of the most talented and influential fantasy authors of the past few decades, and her works continue to be beloved by readers around the world.

Books by Hobb, Robin

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  • Assassin's Apprentice: How could a story about the apprentice of an assassin not be grimdark? It couldn't, that's how. This first entry sparked off three trilogies about the one protagonist, which contain...
  • Farseer Trilogy: Robin Hobb has received significant praise for her Realm of the Elderlings world, which spans four series and several other short works. However, among that epic list, The Farseer Trilogy...
  • Assassin's Quest: “An enthralling conclusion to this superb trilogy, displaying an exceptional combination of originality, magic, adventure, character, and drama.”—Kirkus Reviews (starred review) King Shrewd is dead at the hands of his...
  • Fool's Errand (the Tawny Man): FitzChivalry Farseer emerges from seclusion when Prince Dutiful, the young heir to the Farseer throne, disappears, and as Fitz sets out to find the Prince before his betrothal ceremony, he...
  • Golden Fool (the Tawny Man): “As good as gold . . . Golden Fool proves again that Hobb is one of the best in the business.”—Monroe News-Star Fitz and the Fool continue their quest as...
  • Fool's Fate (the Tawny Man): “Complex . . . an atmosphere-filled adventure . . . with a fair quota of surprises . . . a winning combination of strong characters and colorful societies.”—Kirkus Reviews In...
  • Fool's Assassin (the Fitz And The Fool): NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Nearly twenty years ago, Robin Hobb burst upon the fantasy scene with the first of her acclaimed Farseer novels, Assassin’s Apprentice, which introduced the characters of...
  • Fool's Quest (the Fitz And The Fool): NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY BUZZFEED AND THE INDEPENDENT • Ranking alongside George R. R. Martin as a groundbreaking master...
  • Liveship Traders Trilogy: A nautical fantasy featuring pirates, dragons, and magic? What's not to love? To top it off, Liveship Traders is filled with fantastic women. Ronica, the widow of the liveship's former...
  • Mad Ship (liveship Traders): The second book in a seafaring fantasy trilogy that George R. R. Martin has described as “even better than the Farseer Trilogy—I didn’t think that was possible.” As the ancient...
  • Assassin's Apprentice: Hobb is one of the best characterization writers in the Fantasy genre. Her characters are vividly real, leaping out of the pages into our minds as living characters. She has...
  • Ship Of Destiny: The third book in a seafaring fantasy trilogy that George R. R. Martin has described as “even better than the Farseer Trilogy—I didn’t think that was possible.” As Bingtown slides...
  • The Dragon Keeper: Hobb’s Farseer trilogy incorporates a dragon theme into the mythos of the world, though dragons are not really a tangible presence in the day-to-day happenings of the book. Her not-quite-a-direct-sequel...
  • Dragon Haven: Fifteen dragons have set off on a dangerous trek up the Rain Wild River, in hopes of rediscovering their lost haven, the ancient city of Kelsingra. Accompanying them is a...
  • City Of Dragons: “A master fantasist.” —Kansas City Star “Robin Hobb is one of the most important writers in 21st century fantasy.” —Contra Costa Times New York Times bestselling author Robin Hobb returns...
  • Blood Of Dragons: The final volume in Robin Hobb's popular Rain Wilds fantasy series, Blood of Dragons completes the story of the dragons, their keepers, and their quest to find the lost city...
  • Fool's Assassin: This is one of those books you didn't know you needed until you actually start reading it. Kind of like that old friend you don't realize how much you really...
  • Fool's Quest: "After nearly killing his oldest friend, the Fool, and finding his daughter stolen away by those who were once targeting the Fool, FitzChivarly Farseer is out for blood. And who...
  • The Farseer Trilogy: One of my favorite fantasy trilogies of all time and one of the best audiobook trilogies.  Youâll fall in love with the characters and their stories thanks to Robin Hobbâs...
  • Assassin's Fate: Book Iii Of The Fitz And The Fool Trilogy: NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • The stunning conclusion to Robin Hobb’s Fitz and the Fool trilogy, which began with Fool’s Assassin and Fool’s Quest“Every new Robin Hobb novel is a...