Fool’s Fate (Tawny Man, #3)
by Robin Hobb
Fool's Fate by Robin Hobb holds a highly rated rating of 4.38 out of 5, based on 44K reader ratings. First published in 2003. The book spans 914 pages.
About Fool's Fate
The triumphant conclusion to the Tawny Man trilogy, from the author of the bestselling Farseer and Liveship Traders trilogies. The moving end to the tale of the Farseers, in which kingdoms must stand or fall on the beat of a dragon's wings, or a Fool's heart. A small and sadly untried coterie - the old assassin Chade, the serving-boy Thick, Prince Dutiful, and his reluctant Skillmaster, Fitz - sail towards the distant island of Aslevjal. There they must fulfil the Narcheska's challenge to her betrothed: to lay the head of the dragon Icefyre, whom legends tell is buried there deep beneath the ice, upon her hearth. Only with the completion of this quest can the marriage proceed, and the resulting alliance signal an end to war between the two kingdoms. It is not a happy ship: tensions between the folk of the Six Duchies and their traditional enemies, the Outislanders, lie just beneath the surface. Thick is constantly ill, and his random but powerful Skilling has taken on a dark and menacing tone, while Chade's fascination with the Skill is growing to the point of obsession. Having ensured that his beloved friend the Fool is safely left behind in Buckkeep, Fitz is guilt-stricken; but he is determined to keep his fate at bay, since prophecy foretells the Fool's death if he ever sets foot on the isle of the black dragon. But as their ship draws in towards Aslevjal a lone figure awaits them...
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Robin Hobb |
| Published | 2003 |
| Pages | 914 |
| Genres | Fantasy, Fiction |
| Average Rating | 4.38 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 43,985 |
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What genre is Fool's Fate?
Fool's Fate is categorized as Fantasy, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is Fool's Fate worth reading?
Based on 44K reader ratings, Fool's Fate has an average score of 4.38 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is Fool's Fate?
Fool's Fate has 914 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.
Who wrote Fool's Fate?
Fool's Fate was written by Robin Hobb. It was first published in 2003.
What is the ISBN for Fool's Fate?
The ISBN-13 for Fool's Fate is 9780553582470.0.
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