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Michael Kramer
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Brandon Sanderson
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From number one New York Times best-selling author Brandon Sanderson, the Mistborn series is a heist story of political intrigue and magical, martial-arts action.
Three hundred years after the events of the Mistborn trilogy, Scadrial is now on the verge of modernity, with railroads to supplement the canals, electric lighting in the streets and the homes of the wealthy, and the first steel-framed skyscrapers racing for the clouds.
When family obligations forced Waxillium Ladrian to forsake the frontier lands and return to the metropolis of his birth to take his place as head of a noble House, he little imagined that the crime-fighting skills acquired during 20 years in the dusty plains would be just as applicable in the big city. He soon learned that there, too, just being a talented Twinborn - one who can use both Allomancy and Feruchemy, the dominant magical modes on Scadrial - would not suffice.
This bustling, optimistic, but still shaky society will now face its first test by terrorism and assassination, crimes intended to stir up labor strife and religious conflict. Wax, his eccentric sidekick, Wayne, and brilliant, beautiful young Marasi, now officially part of the constabulary, must unravel the conspiracy before civil strife can stop Scadrial’s progress in its tracks.
Other Tor books by Brandon Sanderson:
- The Cosmere
- The Stormlight Archive
- The Way of Kings
- Words of Radiance
- Edgedancer (Novella)
- Oathbringer
The Mistborn trilogy:
- Mistborn: The Final Empire
- The Well of Ascension
- The Hero of Ages
Mistborn: The Wax and Wayne series:
- Alloy of Law
- Shadows of Self
- Bands of Mourning
- Collection
- Arcanum Unbounded
Other Cosmere novels:
- Elantris
- Warbreaker
The Alcatraz vs. the Evil Librarians series:
- Alcatraz vs. the Evil Librarians
- The Scrivener's Bones
- The Knights of Crystallia
- The Shattered Lens
- The Dark Talent
The Rithmatist series:
- The Rithmatist
Other books by Brandon Sanderson:
- The Reckoners
- Steelheart
- Firefight
- Calamity
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- Adrian Pinnock
- 2021-07-05
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I enjoy these books a lot. I feel they written in a way where an observant listener could make connections, yet still would not find themselves disappointed with the conclusion.
The character relationships and actions are a big draw for me and look forward to the 6th book.
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- Michael Drewry
- 2018-10-31
Incredible.
10/10. Grips you right away with a compelling story, had me hooked cover to cover.
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- Susan
- 2018-09-20
Keep on writing Brandon!!!
I love Brandon Sanderson's novels. He cannot write them fast enough. And I love Michael Kramer's narration. This combination of writer and narration is fantastic. If I had to say anything negative it is adjusting to a new series when I have fallen in love with the previous series - especially the characters. Keep writing Brandon, your imagination is fantastic!!!
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- Matthew G.
- 2020-08-25
So good! Love this series!
Brandon Sanderson is a god of writing! Laugh, cry, get angry and fall in love with the characters in this book!
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- Mitchell
- 2018-09-13
Love this Author
#Audible1 I am adding a written review in order to get into a draw, but still an excellent book.
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- Amazon Customer
- 2021-02-24
Great follow up to 1st book
The dynamic change from era 1 to this era 2 is well done. Expands on world greatly. This novel does and excellent job at tackling the emotional aspects of the characters, especially the main.
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- Scott Bruce
- 2023-01-10
What an ending!!!
This book was lots of fun all through out and the ending was incredible! Most impactful ending I can remember in a Sanderson book
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- Amazon Customer
- 2018-09-18
Simply Amazing
Another great book by Brandon Sanderson. Characters are great, story is top notch and the narration is superb. #Audible1
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- Locke Lamora
- 2021-01-16
Better than the last!
I’m loving Mistborn era 2 (it’s a very fun read), it keeps getting better and better. And let me mention Michael Kramer’s beautiful narration, it is and always will be - perfect for Sanderson books
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- Asim
- 2021-09-05
Very Good Read
Very good second book
Definitely one of the better 'mystery' books written by Brandon Sanderson.
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