"First, let me introduce you to yourself" (Beware RotE Spoilers)

[Ariaya]

Hello. I'm new to the forums and new to Robin Hobb as well. I recently read my first Hobb book, Ship of Magic. Of course, I had to follow up immediately with Mad Ship.. I'm about a third into Mad Ship. I've enjoyed her storytelling and intricate characterization so much that I find myself wanting to discuss and share my enthusiasm for her work, which is how I found this forum.

I'm definitely hooked. I think what I like most about Hobb's writing is that her characters have so many shades of gray. SPOILER ahead:

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Kennit, for example, is such a fascinating character. His actions have utterly appalled me on the one hand (his manipulation of Sorcor and the way he uses the slave cause to appropriate power.) And yet he has also moved me near to tears (the scene where he gently touches Wintrow's face in a paternal fashion, especially when poor Wintrow has been treated so abominably by his own father.)

I could go on, of course, but I realize this isn't the place for it! I just wanted to introduce myself and say that I am quite enthralled with Robin Hobb and her wonderful Liveship Trilogy.

I look forward to meeting and chatting with you all on the forums.

Best,

Ari[/u]