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A review by kaequinn
Tress of the Emerald Sea by Brandon Sanderson
5.0
This was my first dive into Brandon Sanderson's work (I know, I know, how dare I call myself a fantasy fan and not have read his work until now). I can honestly say, I deeply regret my choices and will be consuming his entire catalogue posthaste since this is very likely my new favorite fantasy novel.
It's no surprise that Sanderson is as well loved as he is with the way he is able to create such a unique, consistent voice throughout an entire story. The writing was witty, humorous, with a level of self-awareness that ensured it steered clear of cheese or camp. It was no surprise when I finished the book and read the note from the author that he'd been inspired by The Princess Bride and Good Omens.
The world building is almost irritating with its level of creativity, if only for the fact that it seems absurd that someone could create something so clever while also executing it as smoothly as Sanderson does (again, this was my first dive into his work. From my understanding that is par for the course with him). If you're like me and was intimidated by Sanderson's expansive catalogue, this is a great, stand-alone novel to start with and I cannot recommend it enough.
It's no surprise that Sanderson is as well loved as he is with the way he is able to create such a unique, consistent voice throughout an entire story. The writing was witty, humorous, with a level of self-awareness that ensured it steered clear of cheese or camp. It was no surprise when I finished the book and read the note from the author that he'd been inspired by The Princess Bride and Good Omens.
The world building is almost irritating with its level of creativity, if only for the fact that it seems absurd that someone could create something so clever while also executing it as smoothly as Sanderson does (again, this was my first dive into his work. From my understanding that is par for the course with him). If you're like me and was intimidated by Sanderson's expansive catalogue, this is a great, stand-alone novel to start with and I cannot recommend it enough.