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If you are reading a good book, and that book isn’t a part of the Mistborn trilogy, then please, PUT IT ASIDE BECAUSE IT IS NOT WORTHY. Why? I’m going to tell you why right now, actually. Original post title: "5 reasons why you should be reading Mistborn instead of whatever you are about to read next, because no book will ever be this good. Stop whatever you’re doing, read these reasons, go order Mistborn. Bye”.
1. The world building
There’s some interesting world building scenarios and then there’s Mistborn. I’m not saying all your fantasy reads aren’t as good in the world building case, except yeah I actually am. But really, Brandon Sanderson (aka King of Life) created a whole new world full of intrigue, political stuff and individuals with super powers (I’ll get to that soon enough).
Imagine Earth, now picture it with ash falling from the sky pretty much 24/7, mist creeping up at night and a horrible ruler to vanquish (at first that is, muahahahaha). That’s the Final Empire for you all sweet summer children. And it is so incredibly well written and described you actually believe this world could exist. Although that would suck ass, to be honest.
Also, everything exists for a reason. Nothing is given by chance so PAY ATTENTION.
2. The characters
You know when you’re reading and find yourself mumbling “MY BABIES” every two pages? Yes, that’s Mistborn for ya.
Let’s start with our heroine and my personal favorite: Vin. Vin is someone you just can’t help but root for her. She’s that amazing. She’s an underdog with a lot to gain from the aventure ahead of her, quite a badass lady and also super stubborn and mistrusting which makes perfect sense given the fact her life was unpleasant to say the least.
Then there’s MY BABY Elend Venture LET ME HUG YOU AND KISS YOU AND PROTECT YOU FROM EVERYTHING. That’s all you get of Elend, bye.
The thieving crew: a crew of awesomeness led by our main character Kelsier. Criminal mastermind, sassy dude and overall an amazing person. It’s not your typical leader which makes him even more entertaining to read. His lines were always the funniest and you’ll laugh out loud. Hopefully.
Also: remember the name Sazed. Enough said.
3. The writing
Sometimes reading a fantasy novel can feel like the author is throwing new information at you every two seconds thus ending in you feeling completely overwhelmed and confused. Sanderson avoids this, and that’s one of the best aspects of the trilogy.
Sanderson has a magnificent way of introducing world building details and complexities within that world and its inhabitants without falling in the info-dump spiral of doom I just told you about. Guys, we’re talking about three books of about 700+ pages, so yeah.
The writing is fast paced, detailed and with a lot of information without it ever feeling like it’s too much. And that’s because there’s A LOT to love and cry about. Oh yeah, you’ll cry. (I didn’t really because nothing makes me cry but I bet you’re not all robots like me, so).
4. You'll never know what's coming
You won’t. And even if you think you do, you don’t know. Game of Thrones also has this, but to be honest I found it a little bit too much. I think Mistborn finds a balance between GOTCHA moments and excessive cliffhangers that leave you in a bad mood.
It is incredibly refreshing to read something and have no idea what’s to come. I jumped from conclusion to conclusion every few chapters and it was an awesome feeling that kept me reading late at night, and I’m not a night owl at all.
5. You will be sucked into another void of obsession
And who doesn’t enjoy that, huh?
I have a big job interview
tomorrow! I’m not sure it’s the best position, but it is a very big company here,
and I would do creative stuff, which is always a plus to me. It’s my second
interview already so I guess that’s a good sign! I’m still pretty nervous but
you know, hopefully in next Sunday’s post I’ll have good news.
I’ll also be posting only on
Sundays. I guess the three times a week schedule was a bit too ambitious. I’m
currently only working 6 hours a day, but if I get this job, those hours would
be up to 9, and I’m starting Art school in two weeks, so it would be impossible
to update this blog that often.
Anyways, let’s get to the post,
shall we? I have favorite authors, and authors I would auto-buy from. Meaning,
I would buy any book these people write, without even reading the blurb. Why? Well,
I love them, their writing style and of course, their books. So, let’s see:
JK Rowling: if you’ve read my Harry Potter re-read experience, then
you know by now how much I love JK Rowling. I can’t get enough of her, I
literally buy her books before they even have a title and so far there hasn’t
been any disappointments. I love Harry Potter (duh), but I’m also obsessed with
Cormoran Strike’s series and I devoured The Casual Vacancy. So yes, that’s why
she’s first. (ALSO LET’S FANGIRL FOR A MOMENT ABOUT THE CURSED CHILD OKAY?
DISGHUKJSDGHUJDJKGFDG. Okay).
Rick Riordan: I struggled on whether or not to choose Riordan here.
After all the Percy Jackson books, I would say YES OF COURSE. But after Magnus Chase, I’m kind of torn. It wasn’t the best, to be honest. I didn’t enjoy it
that much and the plot was basically Percy Jackson with a few changes here and
there. I don’t know if I’ll be continuing that series, but I would still give
Riordan’s books a chance.
Rainbow Rowell: also known as Queen of Romance, in my opinion. The
first Rowell book I read was Eleanor & Park, and that was it for me.
Attachments and Fangirl soon followed and then I bought Landline without looking back. Carry On, the same. I seriously can’t imagine a world where I wouldn’t
buy a Rainbow Rowell book immediately.
Ruta Sepetys: it’s weird, because I only read Between Shades of Gray
by Sepetys, but again, that was it for me. I freaking loved it. Salt to the sea
it’s her new book and I don’t own it yet because of financial issues (I try),
but you can bet I’m going to! Alongside any book she ever writes. If you’re
into historical fiction, then Sepetys is definitely the one for you.
Brandon Sanderson: a must for any fantasy lover, and that’s me
here. Mistborn captured my heart in a way hardly any book does. After The Well
of Ascension, I couldn’t stop shelving all of his books. Fortunately, there’s
quite a lot.
Jane Austen: you’re probably thinking I’m insane or something! Yes,
I know she’s dead, but if she weren’t, I would buy anything Jane Austen. I’m
currently buying her Vintage Classics edition because 1) they’re gorgeous, and
2) there’s never enough Jane Austen editions. So yeah, this one’s dead, but I
still would auto-buy from her in an alternate universe or something.
So that’s that. What do you guys
think? Do you agree on these? What authors would you auto-buy from?
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