Mike
I didn't enjoy this as much as the first book but it has a really good ending that makes you want to immediately start The Hero of Ages. The first three quarters is about 85% politics, which can get a bit tedious, but Sanderson sprinkles in just enough side plots to help propel you through. If you really dislike heavy politics in your books, you might struggle with it. Overall I enjoyed it and there were some good reveals about the world.
I didn't enjoy this as much as the first book but it has a really good ending that makes you want to immediately start The Hero of Ages. The first three quarters is about 85% politics, which can get a bit tedious, but Sanderson sprinkles in just enough side plots to help propel you through. If you really dislike heavy politics in your books, you might struggle with it. Overall I enjoyed it and there were some good reveals about the world.