Golden Fool (the Tawny Man)

Description

“As good as gold . . . Golden Fool proves again that Hobb is one of the best in the business.â€—Monroe News-Star Fitz and the Fool continue their quest as new challenges beset their land and threaten the ruling family in this “page-turning treatâ€ (Romantic Times, four stars). Prince Dutiful has been rescued from his Piebald kidnappers and the court has resumed its normal rhythms. There, FitzChivalry Farseer, gutted by the loss of his wolf bondmate, must take up residence at Buckkeep as a journeyman assassin. Posing as a bodyguard, Fitz becomes the eyes and ears behind the walls, guiding a kingdom straying closer to civil strife each day. Amid a multitude of problems, Fitz must ensure that no one betrays the Prince’s secret: that he, like Fitz, possesses the dread “Beast Magic.â€ Only Fitz’s friendship with the Fool brings him solace. But even that is shattered when devastating revelations from the Fool’s past are exposed. Bereft of support and adrift in intrigue, Fitz finds that his biggest challenge may be simply to survive.

About the Author

Hobb, Robin

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.

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