Publication Date: Jan 2015
Blurb:
Three hundred years after the events of the Mistborn trilogy, Scadrial is now on the verge of modernity, with railroads to supplement the canals, electric lighting in the streets and the homes of the wealthy, and the first steel-framed skyscrapers racing for the clouds.
When family obligations forced Waxillium Ladrian to forsake the frontier lands and return to the metropolis of his birth to take his place as head of a noble House, he little imagined that the crime-fighting skills acquired during twenty years in the dusty plains would be just as applicable in the big city. He soon learned that there too, just being a talented Twinborn — one who can use both Allomancy and Feruchemy, the dominant magical modes on Scadrial — would not suffice.
This bustling, optimistic, but still shaky society will now face its first test by terrorism and assassination, crimes intended to stir up labor strife and religious conflict. Wax, his eccentric sidekick Wayne, and brilliant, beautiful young Marasi, now officially part of the constabulary, must unravel the conspiracy before civil strife can stop Scadrial’s progress in its tracks.
What To Expect:
Shadows of Self is the second book in the Mistborn Era 2 series, an adult epic fantasy series set in the Cosmere universe. You can expect a political thriller with fast-paced action, a hard magic system, and a touch of humor. There is a light romance element with no spice.
Content Warnings:
Language: Mild – Some mild swears, with most of the swearing using made-up fantasy terms
Sexual Content: Closed door – Very light romance element; a couple of crude jokes
Violence: Moderate – Some descriptions of death, blood, and gore, particularly related to one type of fantasy creature
Substance Use: Moderate – Adult characters consume alcohol and one character gets drunk; mentions of smoking pipes
Prejudices: Mild – Classism
Religious Themes: Fantasy religions and gods exist in this world and are actively relevant to the plot. No real-world religious themes.
Other Topics: None
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