Shadowless

I have to start by saying this was unlike any other book that I have read as to how it was set up. At the start I almost felt like I was reading a bunch of short stories that didn't quite end. However about half way through you start to see the webs in which they connect and then as it progresses everything comes together. At first it's frustrating because you get into a character's story and then it gets to climax and it ends and you go to another chapter with a totally different story.. but I would instantly become enveloped into that story. And as it goes on and you start to connect the dots it is just so good and turns into a real page turner. I loved the writing and his approach was refreshing as it was new to me. Without giving spoilers I will also just add that Chapter 9 was hands down my favorite and if ever wrote a whole book on the quirky old alchemist I'd be first in line. I truly loved this book and I cannot wait for the next one!