Product ReviewsMistborn Ser.: Mistborn : The Final Empire by Brandon Sanderson (2007, Mass Market)

Sanderson Begins a Powerful Trilogy with Mistborn

Take a typical fantasy story with a hero and a quest to save the world; now, imagine that the hero failed - what would happen next? What is good, and what is evil? Can evil arise from good, and vice versa? These are some of the questions asked by Brandon Sanderson in Mistborn, as he builds a complex world around heroes, anti-heroes, and everything in between.

The book is enjoyable to read, with tons of action, a unique and complex magic system, and great character development. Perhaps Sanderson's biggest strength is his ability to describe events in such detail that you can easily envision them happening, without slowing down the pace of the story. Even though the action is often completely fantastical, you will be able to envision the characters, their magic being used, and the struggles to overcome evil and their own weaknesses.

While the story is extremely enjoyable on the surface, there are some major underlying themes that perhaps we should all take a close look at and apply to our own lives. Sanderson is clearly a student of both history and religion, as the book shows the development (and break-down) of class systems, religions, and governments. The book challenges you to look at your beliefs about our world; which religion(s) are correct, and why? In what ways are people similar and different and why? What does that mean for our society? Where does the power to rule come from? Which governments work, and why?

Mistborn is clearly a fantasy novel, but it also contains elements of historical fiction, religion, and philosophy. Sanderson draws together these elements to create a spectacular world that leaves you wanting more - fortunately, the story continues with the next two books in the trilogy.Read full review...

Mistborn

This is a nice paperback copy of Mistborn, the first in the Mistborn trilogy, by Brandon Sanderson. There is a little wear on the corners of the binding but overall a well taken care of novel. The story, though, is amazing. Mr. Sanderson tells of a young girl who, after a mistreated childhood, learns of her rare powers. The tale continues with how she uses these powers, to attempt in overthrowing the oppressive government. I am an avid reader and I highly recommend any reader to give it a try.Read full review...

Worth the read

Some of the fighting threw me off at first, and Sanderson is repetitive with adjectives, but overall the author put a lot of thought and consideration into the plot. I like the characters a lot as well.Read full review...

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Excellent

Sanderson has taken a (somewhat) cliche genre and created something refreshing, entertaining and thought provoking. Admittedly, I do enjoy a sword-swinging fantasy story as much as the next girl, but it is wonderful to read a book that strays from typical plot lines. The system of magic is unique, and the political intrique is captivating. Sanderson has put forth much thought in the construction of his characters. Beware, this is the first of a trilogy and you WILL be hooked. Fortunately, the last installment will be available October 14th, 2008. I decided to read Sanderson's work because he will be completing Robert Jordan's "Wheel of Time" series and was pleasantly surprised to find that Sanderson seems a good candidate to do so.Read full review...

Great read! Excited to start book 2!

Caught my attention right from the start! Very descriptive. Great development of characters. Excited to start the 2nd book!

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Mistborn book 1

Flowed smoothly not over complicated. Great story and characters.

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Fantastic Value and Fabulous Book

The book is exciting and addictive, but the price for purchase was very affordable!

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Cheap but poor condition

Great book but bought used and came in poor condition

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Thanks!

Thanks!

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Amazing

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