Kyle

Author shows promise but needs to work on a lot.

Revisado: 06-02-20

I wanted to like this book, granted that's partially just because it had a Sanderson quote on the front. The majority of this book isn't horrible, unfortunately there are bits of it that are, and those bits are arguably some of the more important ones.

The main character feels like Martell tried to make something new by taking pieces of several different archetypes and combining them. Unfortunately the result feels very forced as it lacks the rest of what makes those archetypes work.

Forced is actually a good word to describe the entirety of the book. The plot is runs by periodic reveals and twists, but there is little to no foreshadowing so they all feel hollow (pun intended). The magic system and world building are interesting, but again lack the refinement needed to really allow you to get invested.

All in all I probably won't be buying the second book when it comes out, but I hope he continues writing. Given some more time and practice I think Martell has promise.
Edit: actually I guess if I want him to keep writing I probably should buy the second book. Here's to hoping practice makes perfect!

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Mediocre at best.

Revisado: 06-03-16

While the concept of this series is one I'd normally find I interesting, the writing lacks quality and depth.

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Brilliant as always.

Revisado: 05-20-16

As always Brandon Sanderson knocks it out of the park. The Stormlight Chronicles has everything you could wish for in a Fantasy series. It has an excellent and well thought out concept. the characters are well deep and well developed, Sanderson does a phenomenal job at making you connect with them. The world and back story have a level of detail that is refreshing as I usually find those lacking, and of course the writing itself is top notch.

Michael Kramer and Kate Reading also do an excellent job narrating as usual - my favorite audible duo by far.

Now j just have to wait for book three to come out...

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Brilliant all around.

Revisado: 05-20-16

As always Brandon Sanderson knocks it out of the park. The Stormlight Chronicles has everything you could wish for in a Fantasy series. It has an excellent and well thought out concept. the characters are well deep and well developed, Sanderson does a phenomenal job at making you connect with them. The world and back story have a level of detail that is refreshing as I usually find those lacking, and of course the writing itself is top notch.

Michael Kramer and Kate Reading also do an excellent job narrating as usual - my favorite audible duo by far.

Now j just have to wait for book three to come out...

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