A review by snowyshallows
The Way of Kings (1 of 5) by Brandon Sanderson

5.0

Honestly, only one step under The Name of the Wind. I don't immediately go for books with multiple perspectives, in fact, I avoid them. However, I cared about every character when they came on screen. Although I kept getting stuck on who and where I was at first, eventually I got the hang of it. Brandon Sanderson is a master at teasing you to keep reading. The chapters end on perfect notes and when you turn the page to find out what happened, you're with another character. And when this other character is struck with a realization or in a precarious situation, you get another perspective. It's an endless cycle of burning anticipation.

Also, the videos on youtube of "stormlight characters as vines" are perfect. Kaladin is such a sweet, sad boi I love him. Adolin is a lovable dick and Shallan is adorable. Amazing characters and great plot.