3.75⭐️1.25🌶️

Fantasy

Slavery

Uprising

Multi POV

Rebellion

“There was always another secret”

Mistborn is one of those series that, honestly, intimidated me a bit. I don’t usually get nervous about starting new book series, but there was something about this one that had me second-guessing myself. But, here we are—my first Brandon Sanderson book—and I’m glad I took the plunge.

The magic system, based on metals, is really cool and unique. It’s definitely one of the standout features. The setting also works really well for the story—it just fits. The world-building is immersive. Honestly, it took about 35% of the book before I could stop worrying about figuring out the world and just let myself enjoy the story. Normally, I would have started hate reading at that point… and I didn’t. So that’s a positive.

Kelsier and Vin kind of share the “chosen one” role, and it was interesting. Kelsier is super dynamic, and his backstory is intriguing. As for Vin, it was nice that she’s learning the magic system as she goes, and taking us with her. 

The plot felt a little drawn out. The pacing felt slow at times, almost like it was cyclical, and I do think some parts could’ve been condensed to keep things moving a bit faster. But I totally get why people are so into this series.

I’ll definitely continue with the series, though I’m hoping the next book picks up the pace a bit more. But overall, it’s a solid start, and I’m curious to see where it goes!