Unfortunately, it’s often shadowed by the success ofMistborn,which made its debut just a year later.
ButElantrispaved the way for Sanderson’s later works, and fans of his books shouldn’t pass it up.
It boasts all of Sanderson’s signature strengths, from complex characters to an impressive setting and magic system.
Elantristakes place in a world where the titular city has become isolated and ruined after its magic failed.
The novel functions fine as a standalone, too, following Idrian princesses and sisters, Siri and Vivenna.
The other sets out to save her, all while storylines involving other deities unfold.
Fans of those shouldn’t discount it, though, since it has many of the same strengths.
The only downside is that it will leave readers eager for a sequel.
And although Sanderson intends on writing one, it could be a while before it happens.
His journey takes him on a gripping ride full of Sanderson’s signature twists and turns.
The book’s lead, Joel, wants nothing more than to become a Rithmatist.
However, he can’t, as his father is a “lowly chalkmaker.”
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It’s a wonder more readers aren’t raving about this book, as its surprises are truly memorable.
While there are fantasy elements inSkywardand its sequels, Sanderson ventures into sci-fi territory with this YA story.
The 2018 book follows Spensa, a teen whose dream is to become a pilot.
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She pieces together parts from an old shipwreck to make this happen.
Unfortunately, these humans now called Epics use their powers to dominate and control others.
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