A review by jt_perrim
The Hero of Ages by Brandon Sanderson

adventurous dark hopeful mysterious tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.5

Great worldbuilding, with a rich pantheon. Side plots feel somewhat low stakes compared to Vin's main plot. Great character development for Spook. Some solid twists and turns. A little too much exposition, particularly in the epigraphs, which sometimes spoil interesting mysteries.