Kireth
A fast breeze to read through that surprisingly relies on an overall understanding of the Cosmere's direction especially in its 2nd half. I'm conflicted over the versions of Dusk's story - the original format built up suspense and ended in an ominous manner, whereas the new one contrasts past and present very nicely between its chapter transitions. Dusk becomes more likeable and human, which was to be expected as he is thrust into educated civilisation, and the antagonists provide an interesting dimension to those who have loved original Cosmere characters.
The flipside of this is Starling, who broadens our Cosmere understanding and presents dazzling powers and perspectives as a young Dragon in this advanced stage of the timeline. She's also the neice of the (behind-the-scenes) acclaimed dragon Frost, friend to Hoid and creature with deep knowledge of the history of this universe.
The second half of the novel in particular expands the Cosmere’s future state, with residents and representatives of other planets heavily featured and advanced technology on display. The ending is an interesting magical conundrum, and whilst a bit simple, I think Sanderson does a solid job of merging and respecting the traditional with the futuristic.
I don’t really see Isles of the Emberdark as standalone, instead like The Sunlit Man a treat and world building expansion for dedicated Cosmere fans. Something to tide us over until Mistborn Era 3 Ghostbloods in 2028.
<i>“We’re each a new person every day. The world changes, and is new each day, and we must change with it.”</i>
A fast breeze to read through that surprisingly relies on an overall understanding of the Cosmere's direction especially in its 2nd half. I'm conflicted over the versions of Dusk's story - the original format built up suspense and ended in an ominous manner, whereas the new one contrasts past and present very nicely between its chapter transitions. Dusk becomes more likeable and human, which was to be expected as he is thrust into educated civilisation, and the antagonists provide an interesting dimension to those who have loved original Cosmere characters.
The flipside of this is Starling, who broadens our Cosmere understanding and presents dazzling powers and perspectives as a young Dragon in this advanced stage of the timeline. She's also the neice of the (behind-the-scenes) acclaimed dragon Frost, friend to Hoid and creature with deep knowledge of the history of this universe.
The second half of the novel in particular expands the Cosmere’s future state, with residents and representatives of other planets heavily featured and advanced technology on display. The ending is an interesting magical conundrum, and whilst a bit simple, I think Sanderson does a solid job of merging and respecting the traditional with the futuristic.
I don’t really see Isles of the Emberdark as standalone, instead like The Sunlit Man a treat and world building expansion for dedicated Cosmere fans. Something to tide us over until Mistborn Era 3 Ghostbloods in 2028.
<i>“We’re each a new person every day. The world changes, and is new each day, and we must change with it.”</i>