Reviews

The Blinding Knife by Brent Weeks

linzthebookworm's review against another edition

5.0

I absolutely love this series and could not put The Blinding Knife down. There are so many plot twists that I never know what to expect. I love the complex magic system that's not only based around colors drafted but also the psychological/emotional effects of it. I think the society that this magic system has created is intricate and I was fascinated by it. I love Gavin as the main character. He's not perfect, he knows what his flaws are and still tries to be better and do what he can as Prism. I really liked seeing Kip trying to figure out who he wants to be. There's just so much with this book that I love.

I will say that I noticed some have it grouped as a Children's book or YA. I really do not think this is a YA book- my own opinion. It's pretty violent and sexually explicit. I'm also not a parent, so take it with a grain of salt. Yes, Kip is a main character and 15, but I would definitely not think this would be kid-appropriate.

For my full review check out: https://linzthebookworm.blogspot.com/2021/09/book-review-blinding-knife-by-brent.html

zenithgrimsbane's review

4.0

PAINNNN… pure pain

stupidusernames's review against another edition

1.0

[1.5 stars]

A fun, “popcorn fantasy” novel flawed by: bad, immature prose, hyper-sexualized female characters, and a main character that incessantly self deprecates throughout the entire story.

mrbear's review

4.0

A definite improvement on the first book. The writing still isn't perfect (though much improved), and a lot of the characters are still pretty irrational (what's the deal with everyone just letting Andross do whatever he wants when he's clearly nuts/totally powerless?), but the story picks up in this book and that really carries it through.

sushizhan's review against another edition

5.0

ORHOLAM’S BALLS WHAT A GREAT BOOK THIS WAS

sylvilel's review

5.0

Holy barcelony.

I don’t think I’ve ever read a series that’s had me along by the nose hairs like this.
I liked Night Angel, but Lightbringer is a whole new league.

Just saying.

Fast-paced, sharp-witted, sassy, emotional - arousingly brilliant it is.

nopeynope369's review

adventurous dark emotional funny mysterious reflective fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

subparcupcake's review

5.0

Like with book one, I'm bumping this from 4 to 5 stars based on a recent re-read. I couldn't put this down. I would read it until my eyes hurt and I fell asleep with it on my lap, and then wake up and immediately start reading it again. Definitely getting added to my favorites shelf.

And now I finally get to read book three! Squee!

cjburright's review

5.0

I love Brent Weeks' writing and The Blinding Knife did not disappoint. Colorful characters who wriggle their way into your heart, whether they're good or bad or all shades in between. Amazing action and world building and a cliffhanger end. I hope he hurries with the sequel.

williamcornish's review

5.0

Gripping, thrilling and driven through a character you can get behind. Despite some times where Kip seems like he is diametrically opposed to success and then a plot device pulls him out of it, it doesn’t go too far. Key book would recommend