A review by michellembruhn
The Way of Kings by Brandon Sanderson

challenging hopeful medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

I loved it! Kaladin is now one of my favorite male main characters ever. His journey of depression and hope and bringing life to others was beautiful and I'm excited to see where he and the bridgemen go from here. Dalinar is a fascinating character I need to see more of, and though I'm still not sure what to think of Shallan I am highly interested in the mystery she and Jasna are chasing after.

I loved the contrasting of ends justifying the means versus the journey being more important than the destination throughout this book. Sanderson's characters make compelling arguments for and against both sides, and that kind of exploration of philosophy in a fantasy book is one of the reasons I read. 🥰
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