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53 reviews
The Well of Ascension by Brandon Sanderson
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
4.25
Light from Uncommon Stars by Ryka Aoki
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
Transcendent. Painful. Elegant. The kind of book that you only read once every few years.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body shaming, Bullying, Child abuse, Deadnaming, Domestic abuse, Hate crime, Homophobia, Physical abuse, Racial slurs, Racism, Rape, Self harm, Sexual assault, Suicide, Transphobia, Outing, Abandonment, and Dysphoria
The Spellshop by Sarah Beth Durst
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
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
4.0
The story and characters were great. The imagery was great. Sometimes the writing felt a bit repetitive, and like the book could’ve used a continuity editor.
I will stay wishing Larran had been a woman.
I will stay wishing Larran had been a woman.
Rhythm of War by Brandon Sanderson
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
mmmmmmmmm lies
Tress of the Emerald Sea by Brandon Sanderson
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
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
5.0
This was my infinity war.
That being said, I would also say that if you haven’t read many of Brando Sando’s other books, there may be a fair bit of confusion as to some of the references and explanations, especially toward the end. But if you’re well read in the cosmere (Elantris, Warbreaker, Mistborn, SLA to name the ones I found relevant!) you will be VERY much rewarded!
That being said, I would also say that if you haven’t read many of Brando Sando’s other books, there may be a fair bit of confusion as to some of the references and explanations, especially toward the end. But if you’re well read in the cosmere (Elantris, Warbreaker, Mistborn, SLA to name the ones I found relevant!) you will be VERY much rewarded!
Mortal Follies by Alexis Hall
adventurous
dark
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Really could’ve done without the narrator but otherwise love to see a good lesbian romance book!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal death and Blood
Moderate: Rape
Words of Radiance by Brandon Sanderson
adventurous
challenging
dark
funny
mysterious
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
BRANDO SANDO YOU ARE A GENIUS!
Yes, with all Sanderson books, you get out what you put it. This is one you HAVE to commit to and trust the process. He knows what he's doing, and careful attention is heavily rewarded. While it is a slow burn, it's important to know that everything Sanderson does has a purpose and he is a masterful creator of this universe. My mind is blown by the scope of the SLA.
Yes, with all Sanderson books, you get out what you put it. This is one you HAVE to commit to and trust the process. He knows what he's doing, and careful attention is heavily rewarded. While it is a slow burn, it's important to know that everything Sanderson does has a purpose and he is a masterful creator of this universe. My mind is blown by the scope of the SLA.