Robin Hobb is a renowned American fantasy author known for her masterful storytelling and world-building. She is best known for her trilogies and series including the Farseer Trilogy, Liveship Traders Trilogy, Tawny Man Trilogy, and Fitz and Fool Trilogy.
Robin Hobb is the pen name of Margaret Astrid Lindholm Ogden.
She began her career as Megan Lindholm, publishing her first short story in 1979.
Her first novel 'Harpy's Flight' was published in 1983 under the name Megan Lindholm.
She adopted the pseudonym Robin Hobb for her novel 'Assassin's Apprentice' which was published in 1995 and became an international bestseller.
Since then, she has published over 25 novels and numerous short stories set in her intricately crafted fantasy world.
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The first trilogy in the Realm of the Elderlings series, following the story of FitzChivalry Farseer, a royal heir and assassin.
A trilogy set in the same world as Farseer, following the lives of the traders in the Cursed Shores.
A continuation of the Farseer Trilogy, following FitzChivalry's return to Buckkeep as a middle-aged man.
The recommended reading order for Robin Hobb's books is in the order they were published, starting with the Farseer Trilogy, then the Liveship Traders Trilogy, Tawny Man Trilogy, Rain Wilds Chronicles, and finally the Fitz and Fool Trilogy.
Robin Hobb's books are generally aimed at adults and contain mature themes such as violence, sexuality, and trauma. However, many teenagers enjoy her books as well.
Yes, Robin Hobb is still actively writing and has several upcoming books planned for release, including the third book in the Fitz and Fool Trilogy.
Robin Hobb is known for her masterful storytelling, intricate characterization, and emotional depth. Her books often explore themes of identity, trauma, and human relationships in a way that goes beyond typical fantasy tropes.
Yes, most of Robin Hobb's books are set in the same world and have interconnected storylines and characters. Reading them in the recommended order allows for a deeper understanding of the world and its history.