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The Name of the Wind Audiobook Review
A lyrical coming-of-age fantasy for listeners who want the pleasure of being told a story beautifully.
A little more about the listen
Kvothe’s life is presented as a legend being reconstructed by the man who lived it, which gives the book a built-in question: how much of this remarkable story should we believe? From travelling performers to a difficult university, the audiobook offers a rich world through music, rivalry, study, and the long shadow of loss.
The listening experience
Rupert Degas makes the prose feel intimate and theatrical without overloading the performance. He is particularly good at the contrast between Kvothe’s confidence in the telling and the vulnerability underneath it.
Best for
Listeners who enjoy ornate prose, talented-but-troubled heroes, music, and long immersive journeys.
The honest note
At nearly 28 hours, this is a substantial commitment, and the larger story remains unfinished; start it for the voice and atmosphere rather than quick closure.
Worth considering for listeners who enjoy ornate prose, talented-but-troubled heroes, music, and long immersive journeys. The honest note is the deciding reservation to weigh before spending a credit: At nearly 28 hours, this is a substantial commitment, and the larger story remains unfinished; start it for the voice and atmosphere rather than quick closure.
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