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kaysea24's review against another edition
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
sarnaikate's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
hopeful
mysterious
tense
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? It's complicated
3.75
mschliem1123's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
tense
medium-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
4.25
kathrynhannon's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
cecilie_flohr's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
It took a while to get into it.
I liked the way that it built on what happened before and also how it affected religion.
The characters were a bit more reserved than I expected, and that was part of why it took me so long to get into it.
That being said, I enjoyed the book, and also the mystery.
I liked the way that it built on what happened before and also how it affected religion.
The characters were a bit more reserved than I expected, and that was part of why it took me so long to get into it.
That being said, I enjoyed the book, and also the mystery.
rbecker29's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
stijlwaters's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Not as good as the original trilogy, but it’s a tough act to follow.
youngthespian42's review against another edition
3.0
The stakes and scale of Era 2 feels smaller than the setting of the Final Empire, but the characters are charming and the world is still interesting and the magic system takes the front stage even more. Love the brisk pace of this and the smaller word count cannot wait for the next installment.
eesh25's review against another edition
4.0
The fourth book in the Mistborn series! Except, not really. According to the Acknowledgements, Sanderson planned the Mistborn series as three trilogies. The first set in the past, second in the present, and third in the future. But all on the same planet with the metal abilities linking the series together. We've already read the first trilogy. But this isn't the second one. It's set 300 years after the first trilogy, and the setting is gunslinger-y, and it's a bonus series, one might say. Taking place before the second trilogy, which hasn't come out yet.
Anyway, let's get into the actual review portion of this thing.
The story follows the characters of Waxillium and Wayne. They're both Mistings, meaning they have one Allomanic ability. But they also have one Feruchemical ability, which are more common these days as the Terris are no longer segregated. Also, they're both lawmen in the Roughs—areas outside the main cities that the city-folks seem content to forget about. But after a tragic event, Wax is forced to return to his life in the city as the Lord of House Ladrian, giving up his old life.
Of course, when you've got a badass character with a lot of guns who has 20 years of experience fighting crime and who is extremely skilled, you gotta use him. And Wax soon finds himself investigating a criminal group called The Vanishers.
The story takes place in a fairly short period. The events of the second half, I think, happen over the duration of a day. The characters barely have time to figure out what's going on and what the villains want. There's action and danger, and really fucking cool uses of Wax's abilities, with sprinkled-in scenes of Wax and another character trying to untangle the plot. There's also Wayne adding some levity to the novel. I loved Wayne and his habit of "trading" things. You'll see what I mean.
Other than that, there's world-building present both as little reminders for readers, and to establish new elements. Because 300 years have passed. The main characters we knew are people of legend. I mean, Mistborn are considered mythical, and the city the novel is set in is called Elendel. These things also help to form a connection with the first trilogy. I loved that.
The chemistry between Wax and Wayne is perfect. There's another great character that I haven't mentioned by name because I kinda want them to be a surprise. And the plot of the book is engaging, yet fairly simple since the novel already has enough going with the world-building and characters introductions.
Last but not least, there was a "twist" that, to me, felt fairly obvious. And honestly, I'm not sure if Sanderson meant for it to be shocking. Maybe? Whatever the case, it's only a minor complaint amidst a lot of compliments.
This was a great read. And if you're a fan of the first three books, I'd recommend checking this one out as well. I, personally, am looking forward to finding out what the overarching plot of the series is. I feel like it's going to be fun. And after that ending, I'm just excited about the direction the series will take. Also, as much as adore Sanderson's bigger books, it's nice to have a few Cosmere novels that I could finish in a couple of days or so.
Anyway, let's get into the actual review portion of this thing.
The story follows the characters of Waxillium and Wayne. They're both Mistings, meaning they have one Allomanic ability. But they also have one Feruchemical ability, which are more common these days as the Terris are no longer segregated. Also, they're both lawmen in the Roughs—areas outside the main cities that the city-folks seem content to forget about. But after a tragic event, Wax is forced to return to his life in the city as the Lord of House Ladrian, giving up his old life.
Of course, when you've got a badass character with a lot of guns who has 20 years of experience fighting crime and who is extremely skilled, you gotta use him. And Wax soon finds himself investigating a criminal group called The Vanishers.
The story takes place in a fairly short period. The events of the second half, I think, happen over the duration of a day. The characters barely have time to figure out what's going on and what the villains want. There's action and danger, and really fucking cool uses of Wax's abilities, with sprinkled-in scenes of Wax and another character trying to untangle the plot. There's also Wayne adding some levity to the novel. I loved Wayne and his habit of "trading" things. You'll see what I mean.
Other than that, there's world-building present both as little reminders for readers, and to establish new elements. Because 300 years have passed. The main characters we knew are people of legend. I mean, Mistborn are considered mythical, and the city the novel is set in is called Elendel. These things also help to form a connection with the first trilogy. I loved that.
The chemistry between Wax and Wayne is perfect. There's another great character that I haven't mentioned by name because I kinda want them to be a surprise. And the plot of the book is engaging, yet fairly simple since the novel already has enough going with the world-building and characters introductions.
Last but not least, there was a "twist" that, to me, felt fairly obvious. And honestly, I'm not sure if Sanderson meant for it to be shocking. Maybe? Whatever the case, it's only a minor complaint amidst a lot of compliments.
This was a great read. And if you're a fan of the first three books, I'd recommend checking this one out as well. I, personally, am looking forward to finding out what the overarching plot of the series is. I feel like it's going to be fun. And after that ending, I'm just excited about the direction the series will take. Also, as much as adore Sanderson's bigger books, it's nice to have a few Cosmere novels that I could finish in a couple of days or so.
ollakalla's review against another edition
3.0
The book is a perfectly good crime book. nothing special here, except for the ending! the ending is in perfect Sandersen style. The ending alone is the reason i gave the book three and not two stats.