I was drawn to if because I adore Pat and his books. Others might like it for being a game by Cheapass Games or due to it being a simple yet fun cardgame. Give it a look: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/cheapassgames/pairs-a-new-classic-pub-game
Rothfuss? I doubt it. He is a fantasy writer and I concider his work among the best i have read in the last 25 years.