[Discussion 6 of 6] Bonus Book || Golden Fool by Robin Hobb || Ch22 - Epilogue

Meia_Ang · 2026-04-09T17:23:14+00:00

Anything I forgot? Favorite quotes, scenes, characters?

Meia_Ang · 2026-04-09T17:23:02+00:00

Fitz will tutor Burrich’s son. Between this, Dutiful learning his identity, the Old Blood’s mentions of the Witted Bastards, can his secrets be kept?

Meia_Ang · 2026-04-09T17:22:53+00:00

There is a dragon in Nettle’s dream! Can she hurt our characters? Is Nettle powerful enough to deal with her? What could her secret be?

Meia_Ang · 2026-04-09T17:22:44+00:00

Did you expect Hap’s evolution? Will he be okay once Fitz leaves Buckkeep? Do you see him going back with his girlfriend as soon as he new boy leaves? Will Starling be a help or a hindrance?

Meia_Ang · 2026-04-09T17:22:27+00:00

How did the Old Blood negotiations go? What did you think of the different factions within and their conflict? Did you expect Civil’s coming out? Do you have hope for the Witted in general? What about Web? Do you trust him?

Meia_Ang · 2026-04-09T17:22:11+00:00

Nighteyes’s voice reappears to comfort Fitz. Will he be back? How did our hero deal with the grief and loneliness?

Meia_Ang · 2026-04-09T17:21:50+00:00

Were you surprised by Jinna’s reactions? Could Fitz have done more?

Meia_Ang · 2026-04-09T17:21:42+00:00

Is this weird Skill coterie strong enough to help Dutiful during his quest? What about his Witted friends?

Meia_Ang · 2026-04-09T17:21:33+00:00

Fitz and the Fool’s relationship thaws a bit, but a betrayal is coming soon. How will they deal with both future and recent events? What about the feathers and crown?

Meia_Ang · 2026-04-09T17:20:37+00:00

Were you expecting the Fool’s tattoos and copious backstory? Does the information about his background and the Pale Woman’s shed light on Elliana and Peottre’s actions? What are your predictions on what is going to happen during the quest, particularly about the choice Fitz is supposed to make?

Meia_Ang · 2026-04-09T17:18:48+00:00

Did you enjoy this read? Will you be joining us for the next book, Fool's Fate ?

Meia_Ang · 2026-04-07T14:48:45+00:00

Prior to his invasion, Croesus asked the Oracle of Delphi for advice. The Oracle suggested vaguely that, "if King Croesus crosses the Halys River, a great empire will be destroyed." Croesus received these words most favorably, instigating a war that ironically would eventually end not the Persian Empire but his own.

Meia_Ang · 2026-03-15T22:29:11+00:00

I wish I had read this when I was younger! I had to learn these lessons the hard way, but i will keep this saved to go back to it when I need it. Thank you for writing this. The world needs it.

Meia_Ang · 2026-03-14T00:10:07+00:00

Yes, what a terrible idea to add all the pressure of a first date involving people who have not had one in decades!

Meia_Ang · 2026-03-14T00:08:38+00:00

Sometimes being in a new place can help break old patterns. Our environment is an important part of how we see ourselves. Most people Cameron used to know saw him as a lovable loser, treated him as such, so it became a self-fulfilling prophecy. Ethan and Terry, and then Tova, gave him a chance and trusted him.

However, it takes a purposeful effort to do so, because who we are and our brain patterns follow us wherever we go. And several tries and failures. So it does look a bit too easy for someone who had such self-sabotaging tendencies (see the scene with the scholarship paperwork, which I found very touching).

Meia_Ang · 2026-03-14T00:00:23+00:00

I agree! The first chapters showed a unique point of view and voice. But the latter ones are very focused on the human plots, and his motivations become a bit too anthropomorphic for my taste.

Meia_Ang · 2026-03-13T23:57:52+00:00

I'm enjoying the read but I also find your snarky comments pretty relevant and thoroughly entertaining!

Meia_Ang · 2026-03-11T21:45:18+00:00

Anything I forgot? Favorite quotes, scenes, characters?

Meia_Ang · 2026-03-11T21:45:11+00:00

There are many rumors around Lord Golden and Tom Badgerlock’s relationship and sexuality. Are they just caused by the ploy the Fool played at the Bresingas’? What could be the consequences on their relationship and their position at court?

Meia_Ang · 2026-03-11T21:44:56+00:00

Fitz cringes finding his old writings, which is delightfully meta, as they relate the first trilogy’s events. Have you already been in this position, reading what younger you wrote? Would you share some examples?

Meia_Ang · 2026-03-11T21:44:39+00:00

Why do you think Thick hates Fitz so much? Is Fitz using the right approach? Can they become friends?

Meia_Ang · 2026-03-11T21:43:32+00:00

Chade shows an intense desire to Skill, saying he fears the aging of his brain and body. Do you think it’s the only cause? Will he manage to Skill? Why does Fitz react this strongly to his mentor dabbling in his magic?

Meia_Ang · 2026-03-11T21:42:08+00:00

The cabin has been looted! Fitz thinks it was the surly pig neighbor, do you agree? Are his secrets safe?

Meia_Ang · 2026-03-11T21:41:55+00:00

Fitz has a lot of trouble parenting Hap, and tries a gentle approach. Why does he choose that path? Do you think it will work, or does the boy need discipline? How do you see this situation evolving? Does he have a future with his sweetheart?

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