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[–] Someonelol@lemmy.dbzer0.com 7 points 2 weeks ago (2 children)

I'm about halfway through the Farseer Trilogy by Robin Hobb. It has a vibe similar to the Kingkiller Chronicle but it has an actual conclusion to the story. So far it's been very entertaining with a story full of medieval fantasy court intrigue, a mystery of raiders turning their victims to sociopaths, and a light sprinkling of magic.

[–] Dozzi92@lemmy.world 4 points 2 weeks ago

I'm jealous that you get to read them for the first time. Phenomenal series, might be my favorite. I love the jumping back and forth between the storylines. The story from Fitz's point of view is so dark, and then you go to the traders and it has such a different vibe.

[–] leraje@piefed.blahaj.zone 3 points 2 weeks ago (1 children)

If you carry on past the first trilogy (which I highly recommend) prepare to have your heart ripped open and stamped on. No spoilers, but that boy suffers.

[–] dresden@discuss.online 3 points 2 weeks ago (2 children)

These aren't happy books, and things become worse with time, I am glad I didn't continue the series. :-(

[–] leraje@piefed.blahaj.zone 2 points 2 weeks ago (1 children)

They're not happy its true, but they're still excellent reads and there's enough light to make them not be morose :)

[–] dresden@discuss.online 1 points 1 week ago

No argument that they are great reads, at least the first trilogy, haven't read anything after that.

[–] Dozzi92@lemmy.world 2 points 2 weeks ago (1 children)

You gotta finish! They can't all be happy. The conclusion ... exists! It really is a great story, so expansive.

[–] dresden@discuss.online 2 points 1 week ago

Hmm... so there is hope. I'll look at some non-spoilery info and then decide.