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  • The Tawny Man Trilogy, Book 3
  • Written by: Robin Hobb
  • Narrated by: James Langton
  • Length: 32 hrs and 46 mins
  • 4.8 out of 5 stars (355 ratings)

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Fool's Fate

Written by: Robin Hobb
Narrated by: James Langton
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FitzChivalry Farseer has become firmly ensconced in the queen’s court. Along with his mentor, Chade, and the simpleminded yet strongly Skilled Thick, Fitz strives to aid Prince Dutiful on a quest that could secure peace with the Outislands - and win Dutiful the hand of the Narcheska Elliania.

The Narcheska has set the prince an unfathomable task: to behead a dragon trapped in ice on the isle of Aslevjal. Yet not all the clans of the Outislands support their effort. Are there darker forces at work behind Elliana’s demand? Knowing that the Fool has foretold he will die on the island of ice, Fitz plots to leave his dearest friend behind. But fate cannot so easily be defied.

©2004 Robin Hobb (P)2014 Brilliance Audio, all rights reserved.

What the critics say

"Fantasy as it ought to be written.… Robin Hobb’s books are diamonds in a sea of zircons." (George R. R. Martin)
"[Robin] Hobb’s rich, vibrant and unique world [is] filled with sentient ships, magical beasts, and fascinating characters.… Highly recommended." ( Library Journal)

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Bring back Langton

I fell in love with the book series a few years ago and was so happy to find it on Audible. I wish James had continued with the final trilogy as his voice captivated my idea of who Fitz became as he grew older.

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Enjoyable story but this one dragged

i like these books but admit that fast forward was my friend. Too many boring details made me wonder if the author was paid by the page. overall, I did enjoy the core part of the story.

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Imaginative storytelling but…

The narrator cannot do females and perhaps should try stories with only male characters. Truly grating on the nerves. I got through 2 trilogies because I enjoyed the imaginative story. The only negative thing I have to say about the story is that the MC continuously made stupid selfish childish decisions. I thought maybe when he was older, in this trilogy, that he would have evolved Nope, which made this peeve even worse

Enjoyed the story very much which was enough to get me to the end of 6 books but I’m done with this world, at least for now.

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a great finish to a great series

I downloaded the first book on a whim not knowing what I was getting myself into and after the first book I was hooked. The tawny man trilogy is an absolute gem! The Fools fate is one of the best audio books I've ever listened to hands down. The naration and story are some of the best iv ever encountered on audible. I was trying to sum this book series up for my wife and what I came up with was a story about ba$terd king in the most epic bromance of all time. (lol!) love it ! in all seriousness you need to have a listen!

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Can’t get enough

This book had so many aspects of excitement. I was actually emotional in many aspects of the book (fools recovery to Molly). From the trip to the young love, finding dragons and going home Buckkeep, this book had it all!! Excited to start the Rain Chronicles Series!

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Love the slow build

My favourite of the trilogy! Calming and exciting all at once. Great characters made real thanks to the amazing narration.

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Really great characters

This was a bit slow for me in parts but i was so happy to follow the journey of these characters further. Enjoyed. Love the reader.

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Beautiful ending

I have thoroughly enjoyed this series of the Tawny Man Trilogy. It is a great adventure. Most of all, l enjoyed The Fool's deep bond of friendship with Tom Budgerlock. We get to learn just how much they mean to each other, even beyond death...if there’s such a thing. But my favorite is the narrator's voice. If not for any other reason, l would indulge in the series over again, just to hear it!

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Such a good tale, and the narration was captivating!

Such a good tale and the narration was captivating!!!
Can’t wait to continue reading the series!

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Wrap it up

Good story, dragged on a bit at the end, felt it could have been wrapped up cleaner. Would be nice to see fitz rise to a level of respect and admiration from those around him but they regard him as a tool and not much else. Kind of tragic. Overall well performed and well written. Definitely enjoyed it.

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