Book Reviews for Bookish People

Hi everyone! I hope you are all doing well and staying warm. I have indeed started another Brandon Sanderson series. I am hooked, for better or for worse. If you are interested in my other reviews, you can check out my reviews of the Stormlight Archives. I am working through Wind and Truth so sit tight for that one. I already have lots of thought and haven’t made that much progress. Anyway, let’s talk about Mistborn in the meantime.

Content Warning: Violence and Gore, Discussions and Depictions of Sexual Assault

The world has been covered in ash and mist since the Lord Ruler took over. Under his rule, the nobility take what they want and leave the poor dead in their wake. There is, however, still hope. A charismatic and mysterious man named Kelsier has a plan to bring down the Lord Ruler once and for all. To do that, he must recruit an unusual team of talented people. From this group emerges an unlikely hero: an amateur thief named Vin. Under Kelsier’s guidance, Vin learns to embrace her powers. With everything at stake, Kelsier and his team must return hope to the world and start an uprising the likes of which have never seen before.

I almost gave this book five stars but took off points because it made me sad. I am so genuinely fascinated by how complex and wonderful Sanderson’s various worlds are. One thing Sanderson is great at is handling an ensemble of characters and not wasting anyone’s potential. I am truly obsessed with how this book comes out swinging with plenty of action, magic, romance, and tragedy all packed into 534 pages. I bought the second book before I even finished the first book. If that isn’t a testament to Brandon Sanderson’s writing then I don’t know what is. Drop what you’re doing. Pick up a Sanderson book, any Sanderson book. Trust me on this.

Hi everyone! I hope you are all doing well. I also hope that you are staying nice and warm because it is absolutely freezing outside. I like to say that any weather is the best weather to curl up with a good book. Before you check out this review, go ahead and check out my reviews for the first two books in this series, The Way of Kings and Words of Radiance. Now, I can’t wait much longer. Let’s talk about Oathbringer.

Content Warning: Intense Battle Scenes, Graphic Descriptions of Injuries

An ancient enemy, known as the Unmade, has turned the tide of war. The world of men is not prepared for such a dangerous threat. Meanwhile, people struggle to adjust to their newly found powers. Captain Kaladin Stormblessed must come to terms with the losses he has faced. Shallan Davar finds herself tangled in a web of her own making, full of spies and espionage. Moash, a former member of Bridge Four, must decide where his loyalty lies. Dalinar Kholin is forced to face his bloody deeds and decide what his future will be. Time is limited, though, as a war unlike anyone has ever seen is on the horizon.

I. Am. Obsessed! I said it before and I will say it again: I am fully on the Brandon Sanderson hype train. This series is nothing if not consistent in its incredible world-building, fascinating characters, and immersive battle scenes. What I particularly liked about this third installment is how it felt like the turning point for everything that had been built up to this point. Many plot points were wrapped up, while plenty of new ones were created. I realize that I am being vague, but it is difficult to be specific without understanding the context of the book. If you are at all interested in this series, just know that it only gets better. I also got books four and five for Christmas, so I fully plan on reviewing those some time in the future. I am begging you all to go read this series! It’s perfect for any fantasy lovers out there!