Waxillium Ladrian and Wayne embark on a final mission to prevent the destruction of Elendel by a clandestine organization known as the Set. As a god-like entity named Autonomy threatens Scadrial with a weapon of mass destruction, the protagonists must master the tactical use of harmonium and trellium. This narrative concludes the second era of the Mistborn series by integrating Hemalurgy and Allomancy with the broader physics of the Cosmere universe. The plot follows a race against time to stop a lethal explosion while revealing the true nature of the Shards.
Fantasy readers who follow the interconnected Cosmere sequences read this for closure on the Alloy of Law arc and for clues regarding the larger planetary system. The text provides specific details on how different magic systems interact across worlds. Readers finish the book with an understanding of Kelsier’s current role in the world’s governance and how Scadrial’s technology shifts from steam-power toward a space-faring future. It serves those interested in hard magic systems and intricate world-building continuity.
Escapist; a moderate read.
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- Published
- 2022
- Language
- EN
