Patrick Rothfuss: The Narrow Road Between Desires

Hi everyone

The Narrow Road Between Desires is a novella by Patrick Rothfuss, set in The Kingkiller Chronicle world and it takes place before the first book in the series; The Name of the Wind. 
I got my book from Bol.com.

"Bast knows how to bargain. The give-and-take of a negotiation is as familiar to him as the in-and-out of breathing; to watch him trade is to watch an artist at work. But even a master's brush can slip. When he accepts a gift, taking something for nothing, Bast's whole world is knocked askew, for he knows how to bargain—but not how to owe.
From dawn to midnight over the course of a single day, follow the Kingkiller Chronicle's most charming fae as he schemes and sneaks, dancing into trouble and back out again with uncanny grace." 

First things first: this is not the book to start the series with. If you’re new to The Kingkiller Chronicle, I’d recommend beginning with The Name of the Wind. This novella has a very different style and tone from the main novels, and it assumes you’re already familiar with the world and its characters. But if you’re a fan of the series, The Narrow Road Between Desires is a treat.

It was a treat to read from Bast's point of view. He has something childlike and innocent about him which I quite enjoyed reading. Though I disliked his manipulative ways with people he wanted to do something more with.

The writing is beautiful. Patrick Rothfuss can create a world like no other. The book is charming, heartwarming, athmosperic and just overall a lovely read.  

While The Narrow Road Between Desires doesn’t add anything to the main plot of The Kingkiller Chronicle, it’s a delightful sidestory that adds depth to Bast’s character and the world he lives in. 

Have you read The Narrow Road Between Desires or any of the other books in The Kingkiller Chronicle? What did you think of the novella? I’d love to hear your thoughts! 

Happy reading!
Helena