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The Slow Regard of Silent Things

A Kingkiller Chronicle Novella

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The Slow Regard of Silent Things

By: Patrick Rothfuss
Narrated by: Rupert Degas
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The University, a renowned bastion of knowledge, attracts the brightest minds to unravel the mysteries of enlightened sciences like artificing and alchemy. Yet deep below its bustling halls lies a complex and cavernous maze of abandoned rooms and ancient passageways - and in the heart of it all lives Auri.

Formerly a student at the University, now Auri spends her days tending the world around her. She has learned that some mysteries are best left settled and safe. No longer fooled by the sharp rationality so treasured by the University, Auri sees beyond the surface of things, into subtle dangers and hidden names.

At once joyous and haunting, THE SLOW REGARD OF SILENT THINGS is a rich, atmospheric and lyrical tale, featuring one of the most beloved characters from Rothfuss' acclaimed fantasy series.©2014 Patrick Rothfuss Epic Epic Fantasy Fantasy Fiction Science Fiction & Fantasy Paranormal
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The writing by Patrick Rothfuss is as exquisite as ever. The number of beautiful metaphors, the authenticity of Auri's voice and the emotions that the story evokes are as strong as we'd expect
The Slow Regard of Silent Things is a charming, if rather melancholic tale, that leaves the reader feeling rather sad that it has finished
It is wonderfully written, the prose verging on poetic in places...There's a sense that Rothfuss has chosen every one of those words with great care and precision, using them to tell a story that's lyrical, heart-felt and unique
This book is worth the excitement and frantic scrabbling of pages; it's worth waiting to get to know Auri that little bit better, to step further into her world and see how she survives. Anything Rothfuss-related is a must-read, whether it be an epic novel, a short story or a novella, and The Slow Regard of Silent Things is no exception.
For those who have read The Name of the Wind and The Wise Man's Fear, this is an absolute must read.
an incredibly rewarding read, for an avid reader it's like taking a reading holiday - the differences are a breath of fresh air.
I really loved this story and It made me fall in love with Auri even more....it really is a very special book and It is one I am going to revisit again and again.
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I am disappointed that this novella cost a credit. I am disappointed because I wish it was longer. It is however well worth the cost and if you are fascinated by the World of Rothfuss I think that you may be disappointed but for all of the right reasons.

Brilliant novella. Worth the credit.

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I have listened to this story through the Patrick Rothfuss narration a couple of times and thought I would give this version a try. Unfortunately, this audio is the inferior version for two reasons:

1. Poor quality control. I was wondering why this version was longer compared to the version narrated by Patrick Rothfuss. This is because of poor quality control by the person mixing the audio. The first and last chapter of this audio is misplaced, repeating the 3rd and 3rd last chapter. The foreword and afterword by the author is in chapter 2 and the 2nd last chapter. It is dissappointing that so little care or attention was given to the version of this audio with the official narrator for the Kingkiller Chronicle.

2. Pronunciation of Auri's name. Rupert Degas has a lovely and poetic way of saying Auri's name during the Name of the Wind and the Wise Mans Fear. Unfortunately, it seem Rupert was given bad direction and he now pronounces Auri's name in a more bland manner, similar to how Patrick Rothfuss pronounces it.

Beyond that, it is still a good story and narrated well.

Poor quality control to an excellent story

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a brave story that gives Freeling to the world in wonderful ways, not for everyone

love it

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Maybe not for everyone, but my favourite story in quite a while highly recommend to those who've read the series.

Fantastic

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I guess it was my own fault for not listening to the Sample, but found this book to be long winded rubbish. I loved Patrick Rothfuss first two books in the series, I guess I was expecting mor of the same, he said in the sample that this book was nothing like the others, although it was well written & the performance was great considering the boring subject and plot. And I wasted a Credit on it, if I could have returned after the first chapter I would have, I persevered hoping it would get better

Definitely not like Kingkiller Chronicle Series

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