BookBingeThe Kingkiller Chronicle Books in Order
The story of Kvothe, a legendary figure whose past is told over three days: from magic student to mythic figure.
Here is the complete The Kingkiller Chronicle reading order — all 2 books by Patrick Rothfuss, in the order you should read them:
Publication order (recommended)
- The Name of the Wind(2007)
- The Wise Man's Fear(2011)
Good news: for this series, publication order and chronological order are the same — just read straight down the list.
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How many books are in the The Kingkiller Chronicle series?
There are 2 books in the The Kingkiller Chronicle series by Patrick Rothfuss, beginning with The Name of the Wind (2007) and most recently The Wise Man's Fear (2011).
What is the first The Kingkiller Chronicle book?
The first book is The Name of the Wind, published in 2007. That's where new readers should start.
Should I read The Kingkiller Chronicle in publication or chronological order?
Publication and chronological order are identical for this series, so just follow the list.