Hello everybody! How are you all doing? I hope you answered my silly rhetorical question while reading this. I am back (yet again) with another Brandon Sanderson book. Go ahead and check out my reviews of The Stormlight Archive and the first three books of The Mistborn Saga. It’s a lot, but it’s a good time I promise. With that being said, it’s time to talk about The Alloy of Law, the first book in the Wax and Wayne series.

Content Warning: Violence, Some Disturbing Imagery

Three hundred years ago, Vin, Kelsier, Elend and Sazed saved Scadrial and they live on trhough legends. Now, Scadrial is a flourishing city with steam powered locomotives and electricity. The outskirts of the city, known as the Roughs, are a lawless land where only those with magic have any hope of survival. Lord Waxillium “Wax” Ladrian is one of those. As a rare Twinborn, Wax has Allomancy and Feruchemy which allows him to Push on metals and control his weight. A tragedy, though, pulled him away from the life of a lawman. Just as Wax feels content with being a nobleman and politician, a gang of Allomancers go on a robbing spree and take several valuable hostages with them. With his city in danger, Wax finds himself drawn back into the life of a lawman once again.

The Allow of Law is a fun, fast-paced continuation of an already action-packed series. What I appreciated about this book was that it didn’t rely heavily on the previous trilogy but had enough references. This book was not as dark nor as centered on political drama as its predecessors. I appreciated the slight light-hardness because it didn’t detract from the excitement of the main plot. I enjoyed the new batch of characters in this book. They offered plenty of witty dialogue and just enough believability to the novel. Sanderson continues to dazzle me with his fascinating worlds and non-stop avalanche of interesting ideas. I am interested to see where this series goes and I would recommend that you join me in reading the Mistborn saga.

Hi everyone! I apologize for my prolonged absence. This book was mostly that reason because I decided to buckle down and finish the darned thing. Before you read this review, feel free to check out my other reviews of Brandon Sanderson’s novels. I have started the second arc of the Mistborn Saga, and I am excited to review that one much sooner than later, along with a bunch of other books that I am already excited to talk about. Enough with my yammering. Let’s (finally) talk about Wind and Truth.

Content Warning: Violence, Disturbing Imagery, Intense Battle Scenes

In ten days, Dalinar Kholin must face the evil god Odium. While Dalinar does his best to prepare, Oduim’s forces continue to wreak havoc across the lands. Adolin Kholin fights in Azir, Sigzil holds the Shattered Plains, and Jasnah continues her negotiations in Thaylenah City. In Shinovar, Szeth seeks to break the hold of the Unmade of his homeland. Kaladin, accompanying Szeth, must continue to fight his inner darkness while facing off against an insane Herald named Ishar. In another world, Shallan is forced to face her past while Renarin and Rlain try to unlock the secrets of the Unmade. Navani hopes to find an advantage against Odium and stop him. In ten days, the fate of the cosmere will be decided once and for all.

Wow. This entry into The Stormlight Archive was the most intense and existential thus far. So much happened, and I feel like I haven’t processed the other four books in this series. With all of that being said, I am still deeply impressed with Brandon Sanderson’s intricate storytelling and his deep care for this particular story. Despite the sadder parts of the book, there was still an underlying message about the power of optimism and resiliency in the face of internal and external obstacles. The tragedy in this novel didn’t exist for the sake of tragedy, nor did the triumph exist because that is what a story should call for. It is rare to find such purposeful writing in a book series that is comprised mostly of intense battle scenes and an interesting magic system. In case you can’t tell, I am still very much enjoying this series. I was shocked, needless to say, when I learned that Mr. Sanderson has FIVE more books planned for The Stormlight Archive. I’m hooked on this series, and I think you should get yourself hooked too.

Hi all! As always, I hope you are doing well. Before you read this book, check out my reviews of the first two books in this series. I have the next book in the saga, or rather the first book in the next arc. You can think of it either way. I’m feeling invigorated with all of these good books I have been reading lately. If you want to know what I’m reading, feel free to follow me on StoryGraph (@n0vel_ideas). You can also follow me on BlueSky (@perseph0ne28.bsky.social). With all of that being said, let’s talk about The Hero of Ages.

Content Warning: Violence and Gore, Disturbing Imagery, Intense Battle Scenes

For a moment, Vin thought she had succeeded. She had reached the Well of Ascension and seemingly fulfilled the prophecy. It was, however, all a trick set by a dark god called Ruin. Now, Ruin seeks to destroy the world through flame. The only glimmer of hope is Elend Venture, who has a become a Mistborn himself. Now an emperor of a dying land, Elend must figure out what the Lord Ruler’s secret motives were and do so while staving off a war. Vin, on the other hand, refuses to believe that the world will fall to Ruin. She must figure out if she can truly be the Hero of Ages before the world ends.

Say what you will about Brandon Sanderson, but this man knows how to pack a punch at the very end of a book. This was an intense read with plenty of twists and turns in the middle of great action scenes. The battles and magical fights, though, don’t take away from the message of hope that is featured so prominently throughout this book, even the trilogy itself. So far my favorite thing about Brandon Sanderson as an author is that he is not afraid to break the reader’s heart in the process of restoring some faith in the world of the novel. (Slight spoiler here) I don’t know very many authors who aren’t afraid to kill off main characters in order to make a point, but here we are at the conclusion of this trilogy with as much satisfaction as heartbreak. Needless to say, I am so excited to start the next arc of this series and I highly recommend you join me in reading The Mistborn Saga.

Hey everyone! How are you all doing? I hope you are doing well, despite it all. Before I get into this review, feel free to check out all of my previous reviews of Brandon Sanderson’s other books. I am still working my way through Wind and Truth. Bear with me because I am only about at the halfway point. I, however, have the first book in the Wax and Wayne series/the second half of the Mistborn Saga ready to go. Sanderson sure knows how to crank these books out. With that being said, let’s talk about The Well of Ascension.

Content Warning: Violence, Intense Battle Scenes, Discussions of Sexual Assault, Some Graphic Depictions of Injuries

The Lord Ruler is dead. The battle for Luthadel rages on. Elend Venture holds a tentative grip on the city as the newly crowned king. Vin struggles with her new title as the people’s savior. Multiple threats from inside and outside the city grow stronger and stronger with each passing day. The only chance for hope is a prophecy about the Well of Ascension, a source of incredible power. With everything crumbling down, hope is the only thing that stands between the people of Luthadel and the end of the world.

The Well of Ascension is as equally action-packed as it is bleak and bloody. Even the “quieter” parts of this book are relentless in their drama and intrigue. I appreciate how Sanderson doesn’t try to “soften” the harsh reality of the worlds he creates. There is much detail and depth that makes you as the reader want to uncover how everything in this world works. I also appreciate how the characters are far from perfect, but still endearing in their own ways. This book also spares no main characters which makes it all the more interesting. With that being said, dive into The Mistborn Saga as soon as you can this summer.

Hey everyone! I hope you are all doing well and staying warm during this winter snap. I don’t want to ramble on for too long because I am so excited to talk about this book. Go ahead and check out my review for the first three books in this series. I also started Sanderson’s Mistborn trilogy so I will be reviewing that soon. I just love fantasy books. With that being said, let’s talk about Rhythm of War.

Content Warning: Intense Battle Sequences, Discussions and Depictions of Depression, Character Death

The war of gods has started. Secrets will come to light and lives will be changed forever. Shallan Davar decides that she must finally face her past, but discovers a much more difficult task at hand. Kaladin Stormblessed struggles with the darkness in his mind as it eats away from him. Venli must decide where her loyalties lie. Navani Kholin finds herself on the brink of a discovery that could change the world forever, for gods and man alike. No one is ready for what the future holds.

Every single book in this series has been an absolute delight. I don’t like to be hyperbolic in my reviews so when I say something is wonderful, I say it with my whole chest. What I really appreciated about this particular entry in this series is its depiction of struggles with mental illness and feeling as though you are unworthy. It was as honest as it was heartfelt. I love how Sanderson allows the characters to be relatable, regardless of their powers. It makes the story feel more grounded. It is also a testament to Sanderson’s incredible attention to detail. I was genuinely touched at certain points in the book. On the flip side, the battle scenes were incredible and I am so excited to read the next book. Please read this series. Trust me, you won’t regret it.