A classic fantasy journey of one young man, The Name of the Wind makes a name for itself as a startling new series packed with everything fantasy has to offer. From the very start where Kvothe, our enigmatic hero starts telling his history, any reader will feel the urge to read through this novel. From the description Kvothe is portrayed as a man of legend - fueling any reader's curiosity. Despite the fact that The Name of the Wind is a pretty formulaic fantasy - it is still astounding and awe-inspiring in how good the novel actually is. 
 Many people have called this series an epic, and I couldn't agree more. The Name of the Wind isn't afraid to detail every step of the journey in Kvothe's life, and surprisingly it never gets old. Kvothe's journey is absolutely riveting - which keeps the reader(s) on their toes! An epic fantasy indeed, The Name of the Wind has earned its reputation well. 
 Aside from that, in characterizations, the Name of the Wind isn't groundbreaking, but sticks to pretty standard character tropes. Kvothe's a genius, a prodigy, and a bit mischievous to top it all off. However, I'm intrigued by his actions and everything that happens to him. He's quick, witty and willingly to pull a few pranks even if it hurts him in the long run. Kvothe is simply one of those idolized heroes, which makes him quite amusing. 
 The Name of the Wind may not have been the most creative fantasy out there, but the individual problems, the small details and patience guarantee it the reputation of being an epic. For any and all fantasy lovers, the Name of the Wind is not a novel to be missed.