Mistborn: The Final Empire

3 stars second time around


Mistborn was my first introduction to Sanderson and I loved the characters, worldbuilding, systems, and themes he created. That being said, after reading Stormlight Archive and coming back to this a year later, it feels far shallower than it did the first time. The world, though vivid and thematic with ash and mist, feels flatter than the Shattered Plains and the scope of Stormlight and the characters aren't as complex in my opinion. Vin and Kelsier are the standouts of the book but Vin's struggle to trust and Kelsier's battles felt more one-dimensional than any of the challenges the characters faced in Stormlight. That being said, the plot, conflict, and story are excellent and the book is a treat to read.