Vin and Elend, victorious yet deceived, rally their forces to consolidate those who remain and brace for what's to come. As they scramble and plan, small victories are met with further defeats and shocking revelations. It seems that the world is truly ending . . . is there any point? Is hope dead?
I can't say much about this work for fear of spoilers (indeed, I'm afraid I already said too much). I'll say this: this felt like a 750-page climax to a much longer story (much longer than the preceding two books). Sanderson took a story some would tell over five, seven, or ten volumes and did it in three (I'm not complaining; better rushed than dragged out). The entire book was filled with suspense and unexpected turns. Mysteries from prior volumes were cleared up at breakneck speed. It was beautiful in places, bizarre in others (the theology of this fantasy world has some profound reflections of real truth—and some decidedly wrong ones). Overall, it was intriguing, well-done, and enjoyable.
Rating: A
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