A street thief joins a crew plotting to overthrow an immortal ruler
What it is about
In a world where ash falls from the sky and a god-like Lord Ruler has reigned for a thousand years, a crew of thieves plans the impossible. Kelsier, a legendary rebel, recruits Vin, a teenage thief who discovers she has unusual powers. This is the first book of the Mistborn series.
Who will enjoy it
Readers who like heists, clever magic rules and satisfying twists.
What you will get
A fast, smart fantasy with a plot that rewards attention. It is one of the best entry points to Sanderson’s work.
Behind the book
It is the first book of the Mistborn series, which Sanderson wrote before he took over The Wheel of Time.
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The Final Empire Facts: Pages, Genre and Setting
Genre
Fantasy · Heist · Magic system · Rebellion
Length
541 pages · ≈ 15 h
More about this book
Characters
Vin, Kelsier and their crew of thieves.
Setting
The Final Empire, a bleak land of ash and mist.
What makes it different
Magic works by swallowing and burning metals, with clear rules.
Feel
Gripping, inventive and hopeful.
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