Glad I re-read this before The Lost Metal, so much that I didn't remember!
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Strakul wants to read The Cloud Roads by Martha Wells
Strakul started reading The Lost Metal by Brandon Sanderson
The Lost Metal by Brandon Sanderson
Return to Brandon Sanderson's Mistborn world of Scadrial as its second era, which began with The Alloy of Law, comes …
Strakul rated The Bands of Mourning: 5 stars
The Bands of Mourning by Brandon Sanderson (The Mistborn Saga, #6)
Three hundred years after the events of the Mistborn trilogy, Scadrial is now on the verge of modernity, with railroads …
Strakul commented on The Bands of Mourning by Brandon Sanderson (The Mistborn Saga, #6)
Three hundred years after the events of the Mistborn trilogy, Scadrial is now on the …
Strakul started reading Shadows of Self by Brandon Sanderson (Mistborn, #5)
Shadows of Self by Brandon Sanderson (Mistborn, #5)
Shadows of Self shows Mistborn’s society evolving as technology and magic mix, the economy grows, democracy contends with corruption, and …
Strakul finished reading The Alloy of Law by Brandon Sanderson (Mistborn, #4)
The Alloy of Law by Brandon Sanderson (Mistborn, #4)
"Three hundred years after the events of the Mistborn trilogy, Scadrial is on the verge of modernity, with railroads to …
Strakul reviewed The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern
The circus arrives without warning. No announcements precede it. It is simply there, when yesterday …
A travelling magical circus made by a pair of star-crossed lovers
4 stars
This was quite an enjoyable book. I don't think it was as good as The Starless Sea, but it was still fun and had a charming ambience. I wish I could visit a circus as intriguing and magical as this one. The plot jumps a little in time and focuses on the circus and how it relates to the mysterious challenge of the key characters Celia and Marco. The unique setting helps carry the story all the way through.
For a full review, check out my blog: strakul.blogspot.com/2023/02/book-review-night-circus-by-erin.html
Strakul started reading The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern
The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern
The circus arrives without warning. No announcements precede it. It is simply there, when yesterday it was not. Within the …
Strakul reviewed Tress of the Emerald Sea by Brandon Sanderson
1 New York Times Bestselling author Brandon Sanderson brings us deeper into the Cosmere universe …
A fun, magical adventure to kick off the "Year of Sanderson"
4 stars
This was a really fun, short novel. A bit of a romantic adventure, but with classic Sanderson world-building and quirky characters. You can certainly see some of the covid influences, from the fear of airborne spores to tablet communication devices. The plot is straightforward and told in an interesting style with a whimsical narrator that talks to the reader and frequently drops fascinating Cosmere links or foreshadows story events. Overall this was a good book and a great start to the year of Sanderson.
For a full review, check out my blog: strakul.blogspot.com/2023/01/book-review-tress-of-emerald-sea-by.html
Strakul started reading Tress of the Emerald Sea by Brandon Sanderson
Tress of the Emerald Sea by Brandon Sanderson
1 New York Times Bestselling author Brandon Sanderson brings us deeper into the Cosmere universe with a rollicking, riveting tale …
Strakul finished reading Gardens of the moon by Steven Erikson
Dark forces gather in the Malazan Empire as Empress Laseen, malevolent ruler, turns her attention …
Re-read this for fun and I'm reminded of how intricate the Malazan universe is. May want to read a few more and see if I glean more details this time around.
Strakul set a goal to read 12 books in 2023
Strakul reviewed At the Feet of the Sun by Victoria Goddard (Lays of the Hearth-Fire, #2)
Cliopher Mdang has been appointed Viceroy of Zunidh by his beloved Radiancy, the Last Emperor, …
After fixing the world's problems, Kip goes on an adventure for his own sake
5 stars
This was an excellent sequel, though it's hard to call it that when several other books take place between this (or adjacent to) and The Hands of the Emperor. Regardless, this book has many recognizable characters and a few new additions, though a significant part is solitary introspection by Kip or one-on-one's between Kip and Fitzroy. The story takes us across the world to magical new places and really expands on the lore behind the Islanders. I can't wait to see how it continues and what sort of adventures they get to. If you've already read and enjoyed The Hands of the Emperor, you need to read this one!
Check of my blog for a full review: strakul.blogspot.com/2022/12/book-review-at-feet-of-sun-by-victoria.html
Strakul started reading At the Feet of the Sun by Victoria Goddard (Lays of the Hearth-Fire, #2)
At the Feet of the Sun by Victoria Goddard (Lays of the Hearth-Fire, #2)
Cliopher Mdang has been appointed Viceroy of Zunidh by his beloved Radiancy, the Last Emperor, who has now left him …