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Mistborn: The Final Empire

by Brandon Sanderson

2006 · 541 pages · Fiction

In a world where ash falls from the sky and an immortal tyrant has ruled for a thousand years, the Skaa live in brutal servitude. Kelsier, a survivor of the pits, recruits Vin, a street urchin with untapped powers, for an impossible heist: topple the Lord Ruler. This epic fantasy introduces Allomancy, a unique magic system based on burning metals. It is a gripping tale of rebellion, intricate world-building, and the enduring hope of a people crushed by darkness.

Widely read around the world. Estimated 7 million readers.

Atmosphere: FantasticalVibe: IntensePacing: Fast-paced
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