Is Fitz Happy?
Most often he's not, but you can join us in discussing that and the rest of the Realm of the Elderlings by Robin Hobb, chapter by chapter. This is a spoiler-filled podcast, so be wary if you haven't finished all of the series!
A chapter by chapter reread and spoiler discussion podcast of the Realm of the Elderlings by Robin Hobb.
Most often he's not, but you can join us in discussing that and the rest of the Realm of the Elderlings by Robin Hobb, chapter by chapter. This is a spoiler-filled podcast, so be wary if you haven't finished all of the series!
Thursday Mar 19, 2020
Thursday Mar 19, 2020
Thursday Mar 19, 2020
Welcome to Is Fitz Happy?, a chapter by chapter reread of Robin Hobb's Realm of the Elderlings. We'll be diving into the plot, characters, theories and connections to the other books, and general spoilers. New readers beware! Join us on an in-depth look into one of our favorite series.
Friday Mar 27, 2020
Friday Mar 27, 2020
Friday Mar 27, 2020
We dive into Chapter 1, The Earliest History and discuss the introduction of our main character, FitzChivalry. Along with the introduction of some of the most influential characters to him, we talk about the defining early moments of Fitz's life.
Friday Apr 03, 2020
Friday Apr 03, 2020
Friday Apr 03, 2020
We're taking a look at Burrich's pain and actions in this week's episode along with Fitz's introduction to Buckkeep. Wit, bloodlines, and loss are brought into our young protagonist's life while he makes new friends and loses another in chapter 2 of Robin Hobb's Assassin's Apprentice.
Friday Apr 10, 2020
Friday Apr 10, 2020
Friday Apr 10, 2020
Finally, the introduction to the Fool and King Shrewd. Fitz unknowingly breaks his routine with Burrich and is put into prince training 101: How to be a soldier. New rooms, a new teacher, a new promise, and no new friends. Join us for Chapter 3 of Robin Hobb's Assassin's Apprentice!
"Don't do what you can't undo, until you've considered what you can't do once you've done it."
Friday Apr 17, 2020
Friday Apr 17, 2020
Friday Apr 17, 2020
We're beginning to get a glimpse of who Fitz becomes and where his path starts in this week's episode of Is Fitz Happy. Fitz gets sucked into the world between the walls of Buckkeep's Master Assassin, Chade. Join us in discussing chapter 4 of Assassin's Apprentice by Robin Hobb!
Friday Apr 24, 2020
Friday Apr 24, 2020
Friday Apr 24, 2020
Fitz trains, pulls pranks, learns how to make a weasel dance, and has an ultimate test put before him. Chade and Shrewd conspire to see where Fitz's loyalties truly lie and it pushes him close to the edge. Chapter 5 of Assassin's Apprentice brings us the harsh reality being a king's tool and how wonderful (and misguided) Burrich's parenting can be.
Friday May 01, 2020
Friday May 01, 2020
Friday May 01, 2020
Fitz has an up and down, emotional day. Good news, two reunions, and a huge, emotional blow. Chapter 6 of Assassin's Apprentice introduces more heartbreak and also more love into Fitz's life.
In regards to the elaborations and corrections from episode 5, answer's straight from the source herself.
The whole thread is very interesting and Robin Hobb has a few more responses besides the one I linked. Explore and tell us what you think!
Friday May 08, 2020
Friday May 08, 2020
Friday May 08, 2020
Chapter 7 of Assassin's Apprentice starts on a sad note with the aftermath of last week's episode. We get to digest some of Fitz's feelings towards Chivalry and how that affects his father figures. Also, a "chance" meeting and discussion with the Fool, horse manners, and a real task is laid before Fitz.
Friday May 15, 2020
Friday May 15, 2020
Friday May 15, 2020
A new game is afoot, and Fitz gets his wish to travel. Ch. 8 of Assassin's Apprentice brings us crotchety Lady Thyme and Fitz's first real mission. He gets a taste of the high table, fashion, and fine dining. Also, he has to face the fact that Verity isn't all that diplomatic. Join us in the conversation!
Friday May 22, 2020
Friday May 22, 2020
Friday May 22, 2020
Fitz finally eats, saves a dog, and becomes a dream seer all in the space of an hour. Along with some discussion on the Fool's origin and about Chade's drug use, Fitz sets off on an unforgettable trek to Forge.
Resting in a cabin for now. However, we have started the Liveship Traders, and we are reading book 3, Ship of Destiny!