The Bands of Mourning: A Mistborn Novel

“The Bands of Mourning” is the sixth book in the Mistborn series, and the final book in the later trilogy. I enjoyed this book a lot because Sanderson provides more backstory on Wax and his sister Teslin, and he attempts to provide an answer to why a god will let people suffer. Of course, we also get a satisfying conclusion to the battle between Wax and his uncle. After the events in the second book, Wax is upset with his god Harmony, and he chooses to find his own way despite Harmony’s efforts to guide his path. It took until the end of the book, but we finally get a dialogue surrounding the “Why” questions that fuel Wax’s resentment toward his god. Theologically, Harmony is a bit underpowered compared to the true God and creator of the Universe (i.e., Yahweh, Jehovah), but I thought Sanderson did a decent job of explaining why a god would choose to allow suffering in the world even if it means terrible things happen. The answer was a bit lacking in regards to the Christian faith with its hope for eternal life and ultimate justice in the world, but perhaps Sanderson’s answer will gives readers something to think about in regards to their own beliefs about God. I don’t want to overplay the religious aspect of the story --- this book still includes the fun banter between Wax and Wayne, lots of adventures and shootouts, and even some romance along the way. The religious aspect is minor, but I think an important part to understand why things happened the way they did in regards to Wax and his lost love Lessie. I look forward to reading more stories in the Mistborn universe!

This is the third book in a four book series, and although it has its own plot arc, its story is a continuation of a greater plot arc - if you haven't read Allow of Law or Shadows of Self, you really need to read those in order to follow the story. Also realize that there is still one more book in the series that Brandon hasn't even started writing yet, so although there is some closure for some things at the end of this book, it is not THE end. THIS is, however, what I was expecting when I first read the first Wax & Wayne novel, Alloy of Law. Although I enjoyed it, I asked, why would Scadrial, a world with powerful, remarkable magic, develop the exact same technologies that Earth did? Trains, steam power, electricity... Shouldn't the magic have some impact on industrialization? Finally, we see not only a continuation and further development of Wax's quest that was introduced in the first book, along with the humor and plot twists you expect from Brandon's novels, but also unique technological advances that specifically relate to the magic powers of the world - with fascinating implications for the future. The book is a satisfying and enjoyable continuation of the adventures of Wax and Wayne, along with several secondary characters they've picked up along the way. As with all of Brandon's books, it's a character-centric story, and you really get pulled into their plights and struggles. I laughed, I cried, I worried, I celebrated, and I didn't put the book down until I had finished. And now the long wait for the finale.

Reader thoughts: This book delivered all I expected and more. There were a couple things I guessed early (just a few pages before the characters, a certain betrayal and a certain hiding place), and there were a couple things I did not like (ahem, no killing named characters). It was still a great ride. I've loved Steris from the start (she's dull but earnest and studious, so much like me), so I loved that good things happened to her. :) The masked ones were great! Technology that enhances allomancy? Opens so many possibilities. I saw Rothfuss's one culture in them in the way they signal emotions with their hands. Love that idea. Wax and Wayne are perfect together as always. The banter is seriously ROFL priceless. Spoiled tomato. Again, there was slight inuendo (maybe 3 lines? A reference to balls?) which I thought unnecessary. I prefer Stormlight, Alcatraz, or Reckoners for that reason primarily. Wayne has to have some command over connection, though it's through his hats, which doesn't make sense, because they aren't metal. Or maybe he's just talented. Writer thoughts: Sanderson's pacing is great, like always, and his characters are so well developed (Steris reading a book on the train and listing all the things that can possibly go wrong). The world is somehow growing but still consistent (how does he get that to work?). He balances different story aspects very well too. There's humor (the scene with the innkeeper watching the group interact so weirdly). There's sorrow (masks on the walls). There's invention (telephones and cubes). There are new cultures (not telling). It's not just the amount of each of these that's important, it's the timing too. Sanderson's chapters play them out in the right order.

This is the third of the Steampunk-ish trilogy on this complex planet in Sanderson's wonderfully complex Mistborn fantasy universe, and it does not disappoint. A number of twists and turns and it reads like suspense but plenty of humor because Sanderson creates great characters - human and non-human. He knows what motivates people and the range of what people can be. The very reasonably logical yet fantastical powers the Mistborn possess and too fun to describe. You want to read the Mistborn series IN ORDER, please, so you understand the full depth of what is happening and what has happened on this very unusual world as well as its theology. The Mistborn humans can use the powers of various metals by metabolizing them, and each one gives a unique ability for as long as you have a store of the metal inside "to burn." Try anything by Brandon Sanderson. He never disappoints in fantasy writing!! PS - If you're the kind who read the Silmarillion when you read LOTR, or you play D&D, then you'll want to read the appendices in which he explains why the fantastical happens in this universe, in a very logical but complex way.

I just finished the bands of mourning by Brandon Sanderson. I am a huge fan of Wax and Wane and this book certainly didn't disappoint. I really liked how the development between wax and Steris happened, and I very much enjoyed the political Intrigue and interwoven politics that took place in this one. It certainly gave a different tone to the first book, and it made the greeter even more invested in the series than they were before. I cannot wait to read the final book from Brandon Sanderson although it will be with a heavy heart that I pick up that novel. In this book I enjoyed very much the reveal of the secret society as it were through suits and the set and I also enjoyed the various different challenges and tryouts wax had to go through in order to persevere. All of the characters in this novel had their own stories to tell, and I can't wait to read more.

I started reading Sanderson since he was brought on to complete the Wheel of Time series and he doesn't disappoint. After becoming thoroughly immersed in the world of Kelsier and Vin, the transition to The Allow of Law was a bit rough for me. However, as the series progressed I became exciting with the escapades of Wax and Wayne. Bands of Mourning - just like the previous two books - does a great job in providing readers with its own story line not completely dependent on the other books while satisfying those readers - who have read the others - with links to the rest of the series as well as to the original Mistborn stories. Now I just have to bide my time with the Stormlight Archive until the final installation of Mistborn is released!

3.5 Stars I just finished the book and I have so many mixed emotions. Throughout reading this book I thought it would be one of, if not, the best books he's ever written. It's great seeing Sandersons writing grow, and it really showed in this book with the characters. I liked The Alloy of Law, but some of the characters personalities (especially Wayne) felt a bit forced. I have felt this way about some of the characters in his other books as well, but they were never TOO bad. In Shadows of Self they got better, but the plot and twists was more of the highlight of that book, and not so much the side characters like Wayne, Marasi, and Steris. In this book however I found all the characters wonderful, but the plot......not so much. All the characters (especially Steris) were delightful to read and I must have laughed out loud at least 10 times while reading this. Their chemistry just worked so well together and I think this is the best Sanderson book to date character-wise. The plot itself though just never captured me. It was ultimately the characters and their interactions with each other than made me read this book so fast and not want to put it down. The plot was just.....boring and compared to Sandersons other books, which have spoiled me with their twists and explosive endings, it fell flat. -- SPOILERS FROM HERE ON OUT -- It's probably my fault a little bit that it fell flat for me, because seeing some of the early reviews got me REALLY excited. People talked about the cosmere getting tied together, about alien forces invading Scadrial, and all around just made it's scope seem big and epic. Well....none of that really happened. The plot was just a basic treasure hunt with a few obvious and meh twists (Wax's sister and the Spear) and a weak ending. Shadows of Self teased us with Trell and this book just teased more and never really answered much. I was also super excited to figure out what the void eyed demons were and then they just turned out to be people with masks from far away on Scadrial. I mean come on, I'm sure everyone who's read Stormlight got all excited like me and thought they would be some sort of minion of Odium, it turned out to be SUCH a let down. All in all i give this book 5 stars for the characters, and 3 stars for the plot. Another terrific book by Sanderson, but ultimately a little bit disappointing

I originally purchased Bands of Mourning thinking that it was going to be the big finale for the 2nd Era in the Mistborn Saga, and spent the entire book wondering how Sanderson was going to top the big reveal in the second book. I won’t spoil either surprise, but just when you think you start to understand all the possible tangents of Allomantic and Feruchemical powers, Sanderson drops in a characteristic twist that you never saw coming! The biggest announcement of all comes at the end when you find that there is going to be a fourth book in the series, The Lost Metal, coming out sometime after the next Stormlight book wraps up. This book continues to flesh out the history of Wax, and why he chose to escape out to the Roughs. It starts with an interesting insight into his childhood, and provides insight into his strained relationship he has with his Terris heritage. Throughout the rest of the story, you begin to learn more about his history with his sister, all while maintaining a breakneck pace into one conundrum after another, in ways only Wax and Wayne could find themselves falling into. I loved the additional characters and the realizations that they bring with them near the end of the book. You can see where Sanderson was laying some marvelous groundwork for the next books, and I can’t wait to see how far the story will expanding now with whole new worlds coming into the mix.

Fantastic story as usual from Sanderson. If you're already a fan then there isn't really any need for a redundant review telling you why this book is great. It's in the same vein as his other allomancer stories and the main character is far more likeable than Vin. More like a Kessler except a little more sane, a little more world weary. If that's possible as Kessler was locked in a God forsaken pit and left to die. Story is fast paced. Define ty a page turner. Finished it in two days and was sad when there was no more left. Didn't think I wanted another metal bender book, been rereading the storm light series but this is a little lighter and... While not MORE fun, a different kind of easy fun with a great story, interesting characters, you won't ever be sorry you picked up a book by Sanderson. Unless it's a kids book, the alcatraz series. While I can appreciate those for what they are it's akin to reading Harry Potter for a slightly younger audience. And I wasn't ever a fan of the Harry Potter series.

Can't go wrong with the Mistborn series from Brandon Sanderson. I was a bit disappointed by the limited scope of this branch (the Wax novels) compared to the original Mistborn series. I mean, who cares if he's a coinshot when he could have been Mistborn? Anyway, as much as I was disappointed by the Alloy Of Law novel, the Bands of Mourning redeemed the series. Not only do Wax and Wayne's stories come to a satisfactory conclusion, but we also learn more about the original characters from the original Mistborn novels. As usual, amazing storytelling from a talented author. Extremely complex characters that sound authentic, like actual people that might step out of the pages and exist in real life. Sanderson includes some funny moments with all the action and suspense, something he has a gift for. If you enjoy fantasy, suspense, mysteries, or even old Westerns, I think you'll love this book!

“The Bands of Mourning” is the sixth book in the Mistborn series, and the final book in the later trilogy. I enjoyed this book a lot because Sanderson provides more backstory on Wax and his sister Teslin, and he attempts to provide an answer to why a god will let people suffer. Of course, we also get a satisfying conclusion to the battle between Wax and his uncle. After the events in the second book, Wax is upset with his god Harmony, and he chooses to find his own way despite Harmony’s efforts to guide his path. It took until the end of the book, but we finally get a dialogue surrounding the “Why” questions that fuel Wax’s resentment toward his god. Theologically, Harmony is a bit underpowered compared to the true God and creator of the Universe (i.e., Yahweh, Jehovah), but I thought Sanderson did a decent job of explaining why a god would choose to allow suffering in the world even if it means terrible things happen. The answer was a bit lacking in regards to the Christian faith with its hope for eternal life and ultimate justice in the world, but perhaps Sanderson’s answer will gives readers something to think about in regards to their own beliefs about God. I don’t want to overplay the religious aspect of the story --- this book still includes the fun banter between Wax and Wayne, lots of adventures and shootouts, and even some romance along the way. The religious aspect is minor, but I think an important part to understand why things happened the way they did in regards to Wax and his lost love Lessie. I look forward to reading more stories in the Mistborn universe!

This is the third book in a four book series, and although it has its own plot arc, its story is a continuation of a greater plot arc - if you haven't read Allow of Law or Shadows of Self, you really need to read those in order to follow the story. Also realize that there is still one more book in the series that Brandon hasn't even started writing yet, so although there is some closure for some things at the end of this book, it is not THE end. THIS is, however, what I was expecting when I first read the first Wax & Wayne novel, Alloy of Law. Although I enjoyed it, I asked, why would Scadrial, a world with powerful, remarkable magic, develop the exact same technologies that Earth did? Trains, steam power, electricity... Shouldn't the magic have some impact on industrialization? Finally, we see not only a continuation and further development of Wax's quest that was introduced in the first book, along with the humor and plot twists you expect from Brandon's novels, but also unique technological advances that specifically relate to the magic powers of the world - with fascinating implications for the future. The book is a satisfying and enjoyable continuation of the adventures of Wax and Wayne, along with several secondary characters they've picked up along the way. As with all of Brandon's books, it's a character-centric story, and you really get pulled into their plights and struggles. I laughed, I cried, I worried, I celebrated, and I didn't put the book down until I had finished. And now the long wait for the finale.

Reader thoughts: This book delivered all I expected and more. There were a couple things I guessed early (just a few pages before the characters, a certain betrayal and a certain hiding place), and there were a couple things I did not like (ahem, no killing named characters). It was still a great ride. I've loved Steris from the start (she's dull but earnest and studious, so much like me), so I loved that good things happened to her. :) The masked ones were great! Technology that enhances allomancy? Opens so many possibilities. I saw Rothfuss's one culture in them in the way they signal emotions with their hands. Love that idea. Wax and Wayne are perfect together as always. The banter is seriously ROFL priceless. Spoiled tomato. Again, there was slight inuendo (maybe 3 lines? A reference to balls?) which I thought unnecessary. I prefer Stormlight, Alcatraz, or Reckoners for that reason primarily. Wayne has to have some command over connection, though it's through his hats, which doesn't make sense, because they aren't metal. Or maybe he's just talented. Writer thoughts: Sanderson's pacing is great, like always, and his characters are so well developed (Steris reading a book on the train and listing all the things that can possibly go wrong). The world is somehow growing but still consistent (how does he get that to work?). He balances different story aspects very well too. There's humor (the scene with the innkeeper watching the group interact so weirdly). There's sorrow (masks on the walls). There's invention (telephones and cubes). There are new cultures (not telling). It's not just the amount of each of these that's important, it's the timing too. Sanderson's chapters play them out in the right order.

This is the third of the Steampunk-ish trilogy on this complex planet in Sanderson's wonderfully complex Mistborn fantasy universe, and it does not disappoint. A number of twists and turns and it reads like suspense but plenty of humor because Sanderson creates great characters - human and non-human. He knows what motivates people and the range of what people can be. The very reasonably logical yet fantastical powers the Mistborn possess and too fun to describe. You want to read the Mistborn series IN ORDER, please, so you understand the full depth of what is happening and what has happened on this very unusual world as well as its theology. The Mistborn humans can use the powers of various metals by metabolizing them, and each one gives a unique ability for as long as you have a store of the metal inside "to burn." Try anything by Brandon Sanderson. He never disappoints in fantasy writing!! PS - If you're the kind who read the Silmarillion when you read LOTR, or you play D&D, then you'll want to read the appendices in which he explains why the fantastical happens in this universe, in a very logical but complex way.

I just finished the bands of mourning by Brandon Sanderson. I am a huge fan of Wax and Wane and this book certainly didn't disappoint. I really liked how the development between wax and Steris happened, and I very much enjoyed the political Intrigue and interwoven politics that took place in this one. It certainly gave a different tone to the first book, and it made the greeter even more invested in the series than they were before. I cannot wait to read the final book from Brandon Sanderson although it will be with a heavy heart that I pick up that novel. In this book I enjoyed very much the reveal of the secret society as it were through suits and the set and I also enjoyed the various different challenges and tryouts wax had to go through in order to persevere. All of the characters in this novel had their own stories to tell, and I can't wait to read more.

I started reading Sanderson since he was brought on to complete the Wheel of Time series and he doesn't disappoint. After becoming thoroughly immersed in the world of Kelsier and Vin, the transition to The Allow of Law was a bit rough for me. However, as the series progressed I became exciting with the escapades of Wax and Wayne. Bands of Mourning - just like the previous two books - does a great job in providing readers with its own story line not completely dependent on the other books while satisfying those readers - who have read the others - with links to the rest of the series as well as to the original Mistborn stories. Now I just have to bide my time with the Stormlight Archive until the final installation of Mistborn is released!

3.5 Stars I just finished the book and I have so many mixed emotions. Throughout reading this book I thought it would be one of, if not, the best books he's ever written. It's great seeing Sandersons writing grow, and it really showed in this book with the characters. I liked The Alloy of Law, but some of the characters personalities (especially Wayne) felt a bit forced. I have felt this way about some of the characters in his other books as well, but they were never TOO bad. In Shadows of Self they got better, but the plot and twists was more of the highlight of that book, and not so much the side characters like Wayne, Marasi, and Steris. In this book however I found all the characters wonderful, but the plot......not so much. All the characters (especially Steris) were delightful to read and I must have laughed out loud at least 10 times while reading this. Their chemistry just worked so well together and I think this is the best Sanderson book to date character-wise. The plot itself though just never captured me. It was ultimately the characters and their interactions with each other than made me read this book so fast and not want to put it down. The plot was just.....boring and compared to Sandersons other books, which have spoiled me with their twists and explosive endings, it fell flat. -- SPOILERS FROM HERE ON OUT -- It's probably my fault a little bit that it fell flat for me, because seeing some of the early reviews got me REALLY excited. People talked about the cosmere getting tied together, about alien forces invading Scadrial, and all around just made it's scope seem big and epic. Well....none of that really happened. The plot was just a basic treasure hunt with a few obvious and meh twists (Wax's sister and the Spear) and a weak ending. Shadows of Self teased us with Trell and this book just teased more and never really answered much. I was also super excited to figure out what the void eyed demons were and then they just turned out to be people with masks from far away on Scadrial. I mean come on, I'm sure everyone who's read Stormlight got all excited like me and thought they would be some sort of minion of Odium, it turned out to be SUCH a let down. All in all i give this book 5 stars for the characters, and 3 stars for the plot. Another terrific book by Sanderson, but ultimately a little bit disappointing

I originally purchased Bands of Mourning thinking that it was going to be the big finale for the 2nd Era in the Mistborn Saga, and spent the entire book wondering how Sanderson was going to top the big reveal in the second book. I won’t spoil either surprise, but just when you think you start to understand all the possible tangents of Allomantic and Feruchemical powers, Sanderson drops in a characteristic twist that you never saw coming! The biggest announcement of all comes at the end when you find that there is going to be a fourth book in the series, The Lost Metal, coming out sometime after the next Stormlight book wraps up. This book continues to flesh out the history of Wax, and why he chose to escape out to the Roughs. It starts with an interesting insight into his childhood, and provides insight into his strained relationship he has with his Terris heritage. Throughout the rest of the story, you begin to learn more about his history with his sister, all while maintaining a breakneck pace into one conundrum after another, in ways only Wax and Wayne could find themselves falling into. I loved the additional characters and the realizations that they bring with them near the end of the book. You can see where Sanderson was laying some marvelous groundwork for the next books, and I can’t wait to see how far the story will expanding now with whole new worlds coming into the mix.

Fantastic story as usual from Sanderson. If you're already a fan then there isn't really any need for a redundant review telling you why this book is great. It's in the same vein as his other allomancer stories and the main character is far more likeable than Vin. More like a Kessler except a little more sane, a little more world weary. If that's possible as Kessler was locked in a God forsaken pit and left to die. Story is fast paced. Define ty a page turner. Finished it in two days and was sad when there was no more left. Didn't think I wanted another metal bender book, been rereading the storm light series but this is a little lighter and... While not MORE fun, a different kind of easy fun with a great story, interesting characters, you won't ever be sorry you picked up a book by Sanderson. Unless it's a kids book, the alcatraz series. While I can appreciate those for what they are it's akin to reading Harry Potter for a slightly younger audience. And I wasn't ever a fan of the Harry Potter series.

Can't go wrong with the Mistborn series from Brandon Sanderson. I was a bit disappointed by the limited scope of this branch (the Wax novels) compared to the original Mistborn series. I mean, who cares if he's a coinshot when he could have been Mistborn? Anyway, as much as I was disappointed by the Alloy Of Law novel, the Bands of Mourning redeemed the series. Not only do Wax and Wayne's stories come to a satisfactory conclusion, but we also learn more about the original characters from the original Mistborn novels. As usual, amazing storytelling from a talented author. Extremely complex characters that sound authentic, like actual people that might step out of the pages and exist in real life. Sanderson includes some funny moments with all the action and suspense, something he has a gift for. If you enjoy fantasy, suspense, mysteries, or even old Westerns, I think you'll love this book!

This series has been an absolute joy to read. I highly recommend reading the Mistborn Trilogy first; although Sanderson does deeply explain Allomancy, Feruchemy, (etc.) here again, Note that it's a fairly jarring transition from the previous series, but ultimately just as addictive and engrossing. This series is THE definition of "fun reading." I'd call this a "Fantasy-Western Comedy Adventure" series, due to the regular laugh-out-loud moments throughout. There are a lot of stellar series-long payoffs here, with clearly plenty to come in the 4th book. Can't wait!

It is the day of Wax and Steris's wedding, and he is not ready to remarry. The wounds of being forced to kill his first wife for the second time still haunts Wax. His marriage to Sterris is one of political and economic necessity. But Wax has promised to marry her, and he will grit his teeth and get through the ceremony. Of course, nothing ever goes right around Wax. When a kandra shows up needing Wax's help and the nearby water tower collapses and floods the church in the middle of the ceremony, another adventur has begun. In New Seran, a kandra has almost been killed after coming across the location of the Lord Rulers bracers, the Bands of Mourning. Reputed to be the source of the Lord Rulers inhuman powers, they are coveted by all, including Wax's devious uncle and the nefarious group he works for. Not wanting to help Harmony and the kandra after their betrayal, but unable to resist the urge to hunt his uncle down and recover his kidnap sister, Wax joins the group. Accompanied by his disreputable friend Wayne, the intrepid constable Marsai, his fiancee Steris, and the kandra MeLaan, Wax heads off on an adventure that will change everything for the people of Elendel. Bands of Mourning was a rollercoaster ride. Brandon weaves almost every pulp story in existence into this tale from Westerns (including a classic train robbery), detective story, and more (I don't want to spoil this one). Wax and his group have never faced such danger as they try to dicover what the mysterious Set, the shadowy organization bent seizing power in Elendel. The characters have grown and changed, but Steris really shines. In Alloy of Law I did not like her. I wanted Wax to end up with Marsai. But the last two books, especially this one, shows just how great a match she is for Wax. But there's more than just Wax's love life in this book. So much happens. Just when you thought you understood how Allomancy, Feruchemy, and Hemalurgy works, Brandon throws curve balls. MeLaan and Wayne continue to entertain, and it's great seeing how far Marsai has come from the first book where she blushed at everything (though she does have her occasional blush). The stakes only grow higher in this book, setting the stage for the final book in the Mistborn Era 2 series, The Last Metal. This book packed some emotional wallops. There were times I was at the edge of my seat, my stomach twisting in disbelief at what was happening. If you're a fan of Brandon Sanderson, Mistborn, and the Cosmere, you will eat this book up. And if you've never read Brandon Sanderson, you are missing out. Pick up the first Mistborn book (this is not the place to start) and fall in love with one of the modern masters of Fantasy.

This story began with an incredibly complex story set in three parts... the original Mistborn Trilogy. Deep characters, complex (without being complicated) plotlines, and twists that keep most people (me included) guessing until the end. Skip 300 years, and you have the Wax and Wayne novels. I won't go into much detail on the previous two books, or this one (so no real spoilers), but the third of four books has, again, managed to surprise and keep me interested enough to read it through in one setting. Follow the group as they attempt to solve the mystery of an ancient ruin discovered by a now-mad Kandra, unearth an ancient artifact that could bring ruin or redemption to the world, and reconcile some serious emotional and psychological issues. The characters continue to grow and evolve, even through a third full-length novel. Honestly, I cannot praise this book enough, even though I'm not doing it justice. But without reading the other books, you really don't know what is happening, so I recommend, first: 1. Mistborn: The Final Empire 2. The Well of Ascension: Book Two of Mistborn 3. The Hero of Ages: Book Three of Mistborn 4. The Alloy of Law: A Mistborn Novel 5. Shadows of Self: A Mistborn Novel 6. The Bands of Mourning: A Mistborn Novel 7. Mistborn: Secret History* * - This is a novella that takes place between The Hero of Ages and The Alloy of Law... but contains spoilers that might give away some details in the later books as well. You can read it either between those two books, or the very end... but it also is a worthwhile read.

The adventures of Wax and Wayne just keep getting better with every book. This is the penultimate book in the Mistborn Adventures and as such it's answered many of the questions from the first two books (as well as hinting at answers to the original trilogy. The characters had a very rough time in the prior book (Shadows of Self), both personally and with societal growing pains. This book shows them growing past their limitations and really shining. There is a lot which is dark, but the over-all feel is one of great fun and joy and hope. Parts are laugh out loud funny. In many ways it felt like an Alcatraz Smedry book in its pure joy and playfulness. This is also a very touching book and has some very sad moments. This book also has a lot to say about the Cosmere at large, showing the ways in which the worlds keep getting "closer" to each other. I heartily recommend this to anyone, but of course read the other books which came before it.

The most interesting aspect of this book to me is the way that it ties into the Final Empire trilogy and the overall Cosmere. As far as this particular story goes, I am not really invested very much in the characters or the plot they find themselves in. I did enjoy reading about Meelan and Harmony though. I also would have liked to find out more specifics about what Marsh has been up to, but perhaps that is another secret that is not yet ready to be revealed.

Good adventure. Great characters. This one had a lot more action than the others, or seemed to, and a lot more exotic flavor. There was something that was bugging me through the whole book, and kept bugging me. Then, right at the end, Sanderson didn't retcon, he didn't splain it all it gross detail, he stuck a stick if dynamite in my brain and lit the fuse. I know the dynamite is there and I know the fuse is lit and I know it's going to blow my mind, but the fuse is sooooooo long. Eagerly awaiting the day I can read the forth book and enjoy the explosion. Sorry so cryptic.

There’s a reason Brandon Sanderson is one of the biggest names in fantasy (epic and otherwise): clever magic, fast-paced action, startling reveals, and loveable (if sometimes exaggerated) characters. Bands of Mourning boasts all of these, and is a solid sequel in the ongoing series (book seven, now) that got his career off the ground. For all that, it doesn’t quite carry the impact its predecessor did. This could be second-novel blues. Lacking the surprise of a first novel’s new setting and character, carrying on rather than beginning or ending the main character’s arcs, and trying to have a big finish while still setting things up for the bigger finale to come, second books often lack some oomph (see The Two Towers, or Sanderson’s own Well of Ascension, second in the original Mistborn trilogy). Perhaps least oomphy are the characters here. While the relationship between hero Wax and his marriage-of-convenience partner Steris develops in interesting ways, for the most part the other characters stay fairly static (or their arc feels tacked on, as with sidekick Wayne’s chapter four). Wax’s troubled relationship to his god, so richly explored in the previous book, lacks the same depth here, despite a big chance to make it otherwise. Neither are the settings, often what we love in fantasy, as rich or interesting as previous installments. Unlike books set in just one area, Bands of Mourning bounds from one place to the next, and one can’t help feeling an Indiana Jones-like quality to the booby-trapped mountain temple where the final action goes down. Bands of Mourning does better with the other part of a fantasy’s setting, the magical element. For those of us who swore the three related magic systems of the Mistborn world couldn’t hold any more surprises, we are once again proven wrong, and Sanderson makes... Read the full review, and other new and magical stuff, at topnewfantasy dot com!

I loved Mistborn #1 and #2 and was so-so about #3. (Trilogies are hard!) I loved Wax #1 and Wax #2, so if the pattern held Wax #3 had me a little worried. I should have realized how much Brandon has developed as a writer since 2009 - although not the concluding tale of this era's story it does rock along at a good clip and throw a monkey wrench into the machinery of the Basin. We learn a little more about Wax's childhood, not much about Wayne (he continues to be his regular questionably-ethical self), and see some serious growth in Marasi and Steris. I'm actually starting to really like Steris. She's like the cliché staid librarian with her hair in a bun who finally lets her hair down and shocks everybody with how awesome she is. Nothing is out of character for her, but she is finally starting to open up a bit and realize her own value (7 of 100 is a starting point!). The big unexpected twist is, well, big and unexpected. I had no clue what they were going to find until they did and it definitely has the possibility of pushing the series in a new direction for the concluding book. I suppose you could read this book without reading the original Mistborn trilogy, but you probably want to read at least the earlier Wax & Wayne books. If you like Wax #1 and #2, this will keep you sated until the conclusion arrives in a few years.

Like Shadows of Self, The Bands of Mourning was a fun read. I'm still not as big of a fan of this Mistborn time period as I was of the original trilogy, but regardless it was a good read, and worth my time. Similar to what Brandon did with the original trilogy, I think things are starting to really open up here, and I believe the last installment for this trilogy will be a high-paced, heavy-cosmere romp. The end of Bands is very exciting for any cosmere fans, or fans of the original trilogy, and it leads perfectly into Brandon's covertly released novella titled "Mistborn: Secret History".

This is the third book in the second Mistborn series. You do not have to read the original Mistborn series to enjoy this second series as it occurs three hundred years after the first stories and has new characters. However, there are references to the characters from the original series. Brandon Sanderson is a unique author who manages to create a coherent story with interesting characters and a good bit of humor along the way. The plot is well developed and there are always surprises along the way. This "Wax and Wayne" series is very good but the original Mistborn series is a classic.

The bands of epicness Everyone who complained about these books being less epic than the previous better shut it. The weapons - and possibly the identity of a dead god - hidden in an ancient artifact in a temple in the mountains? Sanderson NAILED the epicness here. The character development to Steris is UNPARALLELED and makes me suspicious of Sanderson inventing it, rather than writing the self improvement story of someone he knows. Either way, BRILLIANT stuff. Real laughs. A shocker in the end. Can't wait for the next one. How did the Black Panther phrase it? He didn't yield. And as you can see, HE IS NOT DEAD!

Some memorable moments from all of the main characters in this series. Felt different than the first two in the sense that it was a bit of an encore performance. With all the characters well developed, everybody just did their own thing and got the job done (clap clap - bow to the audience). Cliffhanger - No, Closure - No, introduced a means to expand the series into uncharted territory - Yes.

Reading this book was like drinking water after a long walk in the desert. The structure of the story was brilliant. I loved it. Every stage of the story had tension, humor, and suspense. The scene by scene tension kept me captivated while the stakes of the plot escalated higher and higher and higher. My favorite part (except for the climax) was the opening chapter, where we get to see Lord Waxillium as a young teenager and the events that led him to become a lawman. That chapter delved keep into Wax's character and I hope that the next book has more scenes like it. This book was a thrilling ride, and Wayne's hilarious dialogue kept me laughing. I didn't think it would happen, but even with a solid conclusion, the information revealed in the ending left me desperate to see what happens next. It was so good I wanted to slap the author because there's going to be a long wait until the final book. I don't know how Brandon will be able to top what he's done with the Wax and Wayne books when he writes future installments of the Mistborn series.

I am a fan of Brandon Sanderson already so my opinion may be a little biased. I've enjoyed his "Western" themed series as an extension of his original Mistborn series. The characters are engaging and you care and believe in them and in the directions they choose to take in the narrative. I didn't give it an "I love it" only because I'm very picky about my books and refuse to have a large selection of 5 stars - to me, that's a special place for the few truly marvelous books I've read and continue to read. With that said, I truly enjoyed this book and would recommend this series to friends and relatives. It is so nice to read a book with grown-up topics without adding supposedly negative adult themes like language and sex. I said some sexual content because it is implied, but it never gravitates to the land of smut so I didn't find it in any way disturbing. Sci fi/fantasy Adventure book. Enjoy.

After the final book of the Law of Alloy I felt a tad disappointed that it ended so soon and so abrupt. Although there is a promise of another one which gives me hope. When I started to listen to the first 3 series of Mistborn novel I got hooked, mind you it was almost 74 hours total of listening to that book. And then few weeks after I had discovered the other 3 which started with the Laws of Alloy and I just could not stop myself from reading and listening to this last novels. Brandon Sanderson is truly superb at what he does, the king of fiction.

All six books were excellent. The carry over from a medevalish time to an early industrial revolution time was a wonderful twist in the series. Each character is well developed. The stories line moves along at a rapid pace. There are numerous unexpected twists. The end leaves you ready for the next story.

To start I don't give 5 stars to any books, Im serious when I say any books. I personally didn't like reading books until this author's books fell into my hands and now I am a serious reader. This book was a great sequel to the previous book. It was exciting just like the mist born series, suspenseful, heart warming, and had some amazing fights. I think the age range for these books should be between 14-how ever old you are. The book came in perfect condition and the seller answered all my questions I had regarding the books and how they would be shipped. The items came on time and were packaged really well.

I would give it a 3.5 compared to his other novels. Characters are well developed. I enjoy and am continually surprised by the complexity of the romantic relationships in the novels. Not really something that draws me to fiction. This is not a romance. Though the setting and complex magical system is very romantic in it's own right. I feel like this series is starting to get rushed and the books should be longer, which is more a compliment to the quality of the storytelling. Also, I'm cheap and I don't like paying the same amount for a 300 page novel that I pay for a 1500 page tome that's equally well written. Give me more bang for my buck Mr. Sanderson, or else... well, or else I'll probably still buy it but with a chip on my shoulder and a lighter billfold.

Totally addicting. I started reading this series to get me through while I waited for the third book of the Stormlight Archives, and I was instantly hooked. Every book I've read by this author is totally engrossing - and I generally don't (or didn't) read fantasy, preferring SF. But there haven't been any good books in that genre written lately, so I picked up the Stormlight Archives, books one and two. Soaked them up like a sponge, and needed more Sanderson NOW. So I started in on the Mistborn saga, read them all, save the Secret Histories, which I intend to purchase as soon as I finish this review. I highly recommend any and all books by this author. LOVE this series, and can't wait to see where he goes from here.

Enjoyed this a lot. The ending was better than book 2 from what I remember. We've given more hints and teases of the world. The women in the book felt a little flat. I wish Steris had even a few hundred more words spend on her, but overall the characters' arcs were well done. Definitely recommend this series for everyone who liked the first Mistborn trilogy.

Brandon Sanderson continues to have a well forming plot with twists that are amazing, and just enough to put you on edge to want much more. I felt that this book was a good read especially for fantasy lovers. His character development is realistic in a world of politics, seperation of the classes, struggles of traditional lifestyles, and the perspective between a culture and religion. It goes well into the depth without dragging on and opens your eyes to an amazingly thought out universe known as the cosmere. This book is another winner on his stack of New York Best Sellers.

The new Mistborn are better than the originals and I loved them. The characters are a riot, especially Wayne who is semi crazy. There is still the flying, pushing, fighting action but the dialogue is sarcastic and dry. Wayne seems to be Wax's sidekick. Wax is a rich guy/lawman who is the hero. Wayne is sort of nut with a attitude who keeps tradeing/robbing whatever catches his eye. He also seems loveable to imitate any type of person. OK, I'm not doing this any justice. Just read the books. Very funny and lots of action.

Just like everything else featuring "Wax," who is somehow the most blandly over-powered character in the entire world, despite his very few actual skills. It was okay the first couple of times, but this book is the same formula in a slightly different setting. It's got its moments, though, and definitely has its place amongst the rest of the series, for whatever that's worth. I just felt so darn... bored, half the time, wanting to get to the next chapter not because it's a page-turner, but because I really wanted something different to happen.

Once I started the Wax and Wayne series, I couldn't stop until I ran out of books, in which case this book, The Bands of Mourning, was the last currently available. I think this series is even better than Sanderson's pilot series to this world. This book builds on the previous two in the series and is quite. I can't really say it's better than any others because I think they are all equally as good. A highly recommended read.

The continual of the mist born series and a fairly well written one at that. It never ceases to impress me the speed at which Brandon Sanderson writes as his last book was released mere months ago. The characters that we were introduced in the first two books were further developed and we see them all continue to grow. Growth and finding the strength to move on were a big theme in this book. It allowed certain characters to begin to shine. From the protagonist Wax to unexpected protagonist in the first mist born series Harmony/Sazed. Its interesting to see how a man who would become god finds himself settling into the role of a deity. I found myself starting to like Steris who seemed like a minor footnote character in the first book. Towards the end of the novel we see the book take a darker edge. The deaths and betrayal were surprising but not entirely unexpected. What was unexpected was to see the greater universe which Brandon Sanderson has slowly been setting up between all his novels is emerging. We are finally seeing the greater struggle that overlies the surface struggles between each of the worlds that have been created. I look forward to seeing how it all ties together. I devoured the book in three days.

Sanderson keeps impressing me with his amazing world-building and solid storytelling. What's more is that he pumps out first rate novels at the rate of some cheap, sleezy romance novelist. Bands of Mourning is another great entry into the Mistborn series that sees Wax and company getting closer to the truth, but leaves you wondering if they even have a clue as to what is really happening. BoM left me anxiously waiting the purported last installment into the Mistborn world. It's been one hell of a ride.

I usually love everything Sanderson spits out. But this past February, I think I got too much too fast (with Calamity release). I just think this book come too close to the previous release and I couldn't get hyped enough for it. This book just brought in too much "new elements" to the story. With the previous ones always bringing a bit of nostalgia of the past events. The previous ones even being their own stories were connected. This feels more like a new-new chapter, where having read the previous books about "the lawman" didn't even matter.

I have loved every book that Brandon has written till now. This one didn't do it for me much but got better as it went on. Brandon normally writes a 'clean' book but this one has mentions of sex, lebanism, and to be honest I found the character of Wayne with his compulsive stealing a bit tedious and not funny at all. Even the action scenes which are normally one of his strongest points weren't quite on target and I had to read some sentences over again to work out what he was saying. Also ...why does a guy who can turn up to his own wedding with a shotgun strapped to his leg feel socially pressured into marrying someone he doesn't like just for status... . Worth a read but not his best work

I tremendously appreciated how the author brought Steris to life in this novel and made me as a reader finally enjoy her as a character. The foreshadowing was solid and I appreciated how certain events became obvious to me as a reader long before the characters. I'm looking forward to the last book in this part of the series.

How I love this author's talent! Laugh-out-loud humor, zany characters, and twist after twist to what the reader perceives as the plot. Never a boring moment filled with blah, blah, blah, as many authors do. Each scene, each detail, each action has meaning. And, really, did the author choose 'Wax' and 'Wayne' just to have it escape my attention until this book? Or, am I just slow to get it? Doesn't matter, but I got a good giggle out of the pun.

I gave Shadows of Self 3 stars saying it was the first of Sanderson's books I haven't enjoyed. Bands of Mourning started off a bit in that fashion as not much happened for the first 1/3 of the book. Starting when they found the ship and the guy with the wooden mask, things really picked up and I couldn't put it down after that. This book has quite a bit more character development for the secondary characters. Wax and Wayne just can't carry the whole story on their own. I thought this was supposed to be the final book of a trilogy, but there is one more following this book that completes Mistborn part 2.

I couldn't finish the whole thing. For some reason the plot felt very slow moving and broken to me. There is a huge time skip in the beginning and I had a hard time keeping track of story details. I will try it again when I have more free time to read the book in longer durations. I bought it for something to read at work, and was only able to read it 10-30 min at a time due to the nature of my job.

Great characters, plot twists, pacing, and humor. I enjoy the references to the Mistborn series, and the continuation and broadening of the mythic aspects of the original series, as well as the continued development of the interesting metal based magic system. I am still impressed with how easily the "magic" mixes with the mundane, i.e. the "Steampunk-esque" nature of the setting, which rather than being forced, works very naturally. I'd actually say this is my favorite Brandon Sanderson series thus far.

Definitely the best Wax & Wayne book so far. Flowed really well. New technology shows up along with some new unknown people from beyond their known and mapped area. They were a great treat treat, loved them. New spice for future books in the series. Hope the future books in the series continue to surprise and get better. Can't wait for the next book, as this one definitely renewed my interest in the series.

Brandon Sanderson is one of my favorite authors - his stories are filled with depth, his characters really come to life and the worlds he creates are fantastic. The original Mistborn trilogy was an epic sweeping series that covered so much ground, while this trilogy just feels small by comparison. It was a neat idea to fast forward 300 years and introduce new technology, however the stakes are just so much lower that it feels like a spin off rather than a continuation. Also while the fabled characters from the original trilogy are mentioned from time to time I would have liked to see more connections to the past. Don't get me wrong even without the gravitas of his best books this is still an enjoyable read just felt like "Mistborn-Light".

An excellent book. Sanderson's work is always a treat to read! One of my main complaints of his writing style is his tendency to over-explain the physics and workings behind the magical systems he's created. While I love that he is serious about playing by his own rules, I don't need a physics lesson every time someone uses Allomancy. Happily, he has toned this down in Bands of Mourning, allowing the action to flow more smoothly and as a result, helping the reader (me) to fall more deeply into the world without having to think too actively. A wonderful improvement! I'm very excited to read the third installment of this trilogy when it comes out!

Never once while reading through this book did I lose interest. It keeps your attention throughout, with plenty of surprises that make it seem as if you can't turn the page fast enough.

Great book by a great author. The subtle tie in to to the mistborn series are so satisfying. Seeing where the characters ended up and having the new characters interact in their world

Love these Mistborn novels /trilogies. Sanderson weaves great adventures with a mix of fantasy, moral dilemmas, and power struggles that you could transpose into todays struggles that we see in our own country. I'm still reading book 3 - and hope we see some future Mistborn series.

I appreciate that the author wanted to take the characters in a bit of a different direction than Alloy of Law, while still maintaining the characterization. Not the author’s finest work, though it still has standout moments (Wayne remains pure gold).

I laughed and was totally entertained by this book. Wayne and Wax and all the other characters are awesome. The way Brandon Sanderson writes is so habit forming that I CANNOT get enough. I want more and more. I listen to books to escape the real world and the problems in it and I need something that is suspenseful, with humor. Brandon does that and more. In my opinion he is the BEST WRITER EVER. He is brilliant in the interaction of the stories and characters. Once you listen you are hooked. The readers he chooses to do his books are theatrical entertainers all on their own and the different voices they do bring the book alive and snags you right into the story. I can put the CD in and listen while going to and from work or on road trips and the stress of the trip is gone. No radio for me. No news for me just a good book. When you are busy like I am there is no time to sit and read. That is why I love the audio versions of the books. I can still enjoy the books when I am driving or doing choirs. Thank you Brandon for giving me that option.

This second set of stories in the Mistborn universe is getting really good! It seems to start slower than the original, but has grown into it's own story with developed characters that I love on their own rather than just their relationship to my original heros in Mistborn. I especially love the development of Wax and Steris' relationship, as it began as a business deal and built to more. It makes it more like a realistic relationship rather than an idealized one we see so often in stories.

I love Brandon Sanderson's work, I really do. But it took me a while to get through this one. It wasn't bad at all. I think it just took a while for the plot to pick up and for those classic Sanderson bombshells to drop. I love the characters in this Mistborn "era"; they definitely held this one together. I'm looking forward to seeing how this series finishes up and what the next will hold!

The characters in the Wax and Wayne era Mistborn trilogy are even better than the ones in the first era, except for Kelsier obviously, I’m really glad to read in the postscript the story will continue in another book. This is Great reading, and I strongly recommend this whole serias, all of the eras, and extra books.

In a world full of "teen angst, coming of age, only get powers due to rape, rebelling against the man" stories, it is refreshing to have plots full of real challenges to who a character is; joys-found-in-difficult-journeys; laced with graveyardhumor but not at another's expense; love for a person not just crass sex or rape. So glad I am getting a chance to read these. So sad I'm devouring them so quickly.

Brandon Sanderson scores another great book in his Mistborn series. I started with the original Mistborn Trilogy and quickly moved on to these. I devour every book in no time and that is a feat for me as it is often hard for me to find time to sit and read. Great character development, unexpected plot twists and sense of humor all add up to a fantastic book once again!

I am a big Brandon Sanderson fan and enjoyed this book. However compared to previous books it took me longer to really get into this one. The plot just seemed slower to progress and it almost felt more about character development and progression than about the plot. Still a quality read and I would recommend it especially to anyone who has read the series.

The book is a wonderful continuation of Sanderson's Wax and Wayne saga. It feels as if a different write wrote it though. I marathoned the 3 books and there is a definite difference between books 1 and 2 and book 3. It's most noteable with the writing of Steris and Wayne who appear to be far more farcical then in previous installments. Even with this the book was a fun read that was difficult to put down. Can't wait for the next installment!

Brandon Sanderson is a masterful writer. He evokes an almost obsessive want for more with all his books while not succumbing to the (rather irritating) tendency to have unsatisfying cliffhangers. The Wax and Wayne books perfectly balance action, intrigue, fantasy and mystery. Keeping your attention as much with the twists as the fascinating characters. The bands of morning also manages to keep you in the loop without regurgitating tons of info from the previous books as sequels are so apt to do. If you like this I'd recommend anything written by Sanderson as his writing, while versatile, is also very distinctive

Loved it! Brandon has slowly become my favorite author, and I've plowed through his entire collection with glee! This one doesn't disappoint, and just like every previous Mistborn novel, it simultaneously adds to the knowledge and mystery. Perfectly paced, with plenty of action and character development balanced. Have yet to find another author that just gets this balance right.

I wanted to like this book so much more. I should just warn that I'm going to do some mad rant about it, so SPOILERS ahead. Be warned. So, from previous reviews I thought it was going to be an amazing book. Alloy of Law wasn't as engaging as The Mistborn Trilogy or other books i've read from Brandon Sanderson, but it was fine and much better than a lot of books I've been reading lately. That said, from book 2 becoming one of my favorite characters was Steris. The few parts she was in I liked her more and more and was pleasantly surprised for the different take on the romance (not he love of first look, or the obvious pairing). In Bands of Mourning Steris slowly begun to lost her appeal to me. Why? Because in her imperfection she was always perfect. Once we knew why she was the way she was she became endearing, but from there there on she always made the right choices, sit when needed to sit, have a gun when needed, speak when needed, and so on. She never made any mistakes, never did the wrong thing, never bothered anyone. Too perfect. I'm starting to hate this trend where the woman has to be mega woman and hiper perfect at fighting and etc, so Steris was refreshing because she started to break the mold, but then fall in the same trap, of always doing the right thing in the right time. Normal people make wrong decisions lots of times and learn from them. That's how we see them grow. The plot became a little too convoluted for my taste, but I could live with it until...The Lord Ruler lived??? And decided to became a good person and help Southerners? What?? The Lord Ruler died in The Mistborn Trilogy and it was an important thing. Deciding now that, no, he didn't die, he somehow survived and somehow went south, and somehow became a Ruler with another name in the South, with his full Metalmind - Allomantic powers and in a strange manner decided to build a freaking castle up North, in the land from he was, what, exiled? believed to be dead? so he could hide is powerful metalminds??? This makes no sense! And then the same group that somehow learned of Hemalurgy and was experimenting with it, also happened to aprehend a space ship with people that decided just now to come after the metalminds that this strange group was also kind of searching. What??? Come on, this is too much. Another thing that made me mad was the Indiana Jones and the Holy Grail stuff. The castle that was somehow erected by strangers from this land with miracle tools, was a scam. Ok, I get it. Makes some sense to not be obvious, but... Aluminium is precious and valuable. If you disguise something as Aluminium it has a high probability of being robbed. Why not hide it inside the base of the statue, for instance? The powers. When Vin realized she was a Allomancer she had to learn to use her powers. So did her husband. In bands of Mourning? No learning curve needed. Just touch the thing and you know how to use everything and be awsome at it. Dead? No, you don't die. It doesn't matter if it's clearly stated that you died. The Mega Metalminds are so Awsome they bring you back to life. Just because they do it now. Other small things were a bit annoying also, but for me, the points above were very disturbing and ultimately made me grow to dislike the book as I was reading it, and i'm really sorry for that. As I've been a fan and so far always loved Brandon Sanderson writing, I'll read the next book when it comes out, but I really hope many plot points are better approached.

This is my favorite of the Mistbourne series of books. A story of adventure and intrigue with amazing character growth. Once you start you won’t be able to put it down.

Brandon Sanderson is fantastic. For anyone that appreciates Game of Thrones, Wheel of time and the like, I highly recommend Brandon Sandersons books!! His imaginative writing produces stories with a lot of innovative concepts (fantasy can sometimes be quite rpetitive with magic systems and such), and although his different book series take place in different kinds of worlds, they are all very captivating. I started reading his Cosmere books, and ended up reading every single thing he has written. I even read his novels aimed at the younger audience, and although I could tell they were geared to a younger audience, I still enjoyed these very much. So people, read this and every other of Brandon Sandersons books!! :-) (and I am in no way affiliated with Brandon Sanderson ;-)

The beginning was kind of slow and weird to me, but the ending made up for it. I wish Wayne were a little less crass. He seems to be getting more and more crass in his jokes and antics with each book. It kind of pulls me out of the story instead of adding to it. I highly suggest everyone read Mistborn: A Secret History, after reading Bands of Mourning. Sanderson is excellent at tying worlds and story lines together.

The story is well thought out, and forecasts the ending, but it's still a surprise when it arrives. Satisfying, yet not as long as some of the author’s other work.

I didn't know if I would like this at first but then found that I couldn't put it down. Can't wait for the next book.

Best Sanderson book yet! If you haven't read the other Mistborn books yet... why? The Mistborn series is the Wheel of Time for the next generation and Brandon Sanderson has clearly put a lot of thought in his world building, character development and magic systems. The Bands of Mourning is no exception. Flash back to Mistborn: The Final Empire: The Lord Ruler oppresses. The Survivor ignites a revolution. The events unfold and by the time we reach The Bands of Mourning, these stories have fallen into legend. However, these legends are revived through Wax and Wayne and their quest to stop a force that could rival the Lord Ruler himself. Sanderson books deserve a sixth star on Amazon's rating system.

As a fantasy novel, The Bands of Mourning was outstanding. It's edge of your seat and laugh out loud--at the same time. Start with Mistborn, and don't stop until you get here. So worth it. As a part of Sanderson's Cosmere, those who are NERD enough to care are going to be thrilled with the new clues. This was just too good.

Brandon Sanderson 's stories are always engaging. I love this offshoot of the Mistborn series. The characters are well written. This cosmere is written so vividly.

Loved this book! Brandon Sanderson is a master of the modern fantasy novel. His stories are brilliant and interwoven, always leaving you wondering what is coming next. I very much love the mixing of the Wild West format with the magic of the Mistborn world. Great continuation of the story and world of Kelsier and Vin!

May contain spoilers. Loved the plot how it referred back to the past books and how the views have changed on the events. Wayne continues to be a better and better character and they develop more of the side characters. Best part was showing just how much bigger the world is and harmony's changes to the world were not all positive.

The second Mistborn series started as a bit of a light hearted fluff read, the characters were shallower and the entire world felt less epic and serious than most of Sanderson's other work. Bands of Mourning however has brought the series to a great place, the characters are gaining greater depth, the reader feels much more invested in events and relationships. The new world is starting to take shape and feel more like a believable, complex and living place and also makes huge strides in building up the greater Cosmere universe. It's a testament to Sanderson's writing skill and ambition that he is willing to take the risk of switching writing styles between series to match the story and with Bands of Mourning he has shown that he can absolutely nail this lighter adventure/western style. A gripping, entertaining read that is a must for any fan of Sanderson's work.

I thought the story was well written, and the characters came to life from the pages in true Brandon Sanderson style! I was surprised that the story ended leaving me hanging with more to discover, I had expected a trilogy. It was a good final scene but was left giving me, the reader, more to think about. I liked the Allomancer trilogy so far in general but wish I didn't have to wait now for the next book to be finished!!

A great story in the Mistborn series, further sagas of Waxillium and his sidekick Wayne. Wax's character is really well developed in this book and the world just got quite a bit larger... I understand there is to be at least one more story in this era, and I look forward to reading it!

Brandon Sanderson is a skilled weaver of tales. He is able to pull together a fairly involved story line in a way that is both interesting and unpredictable. While Mr. Sanderson can, upon occasion, err on the side of a good pun, I actually like the jocularity. That said, the complex world that he has been able to create is rich in its development.

For years Robert Jordan took up more and more space on my physical bookshelf. When he passed away 10,000 pages into his unfinished story Brandon Sanderson stepped in to save the day. My bookshelf is digital now but the S tab continues to grow with each new release from Sanderson. The Bands of Mourning is an excellent addition to my collection. Sanderson keeps getting better and manages to leave me wanting more each time I finish a new offering fromhim

What can I say? I like to read, I like the genre, and I seem to like pretty much anything this guy decides to write.

Wayne and Wax do it again. Mesmerizing my sleep away for hours on end. Brandon Sanderson and team deliver another tail of mistborn adventure. Only wish it had been longer, which is one standard of greatness I always favor.

A long time in coming that was worth waiting for. The excitement continues even as you read. The shock when the story turns around from bad to better. Read to learn more.

Amazing book!! Great end to.the series and a ton of cosmere reveals and some new mysteries. Can't wait for the next one.

Interesting world, wish the characters held my interest a little more.

I am a big Brandon Sanderson fan, and I love all of the mistborn books. I felt this was a step up from the two books that just preceded it, only in the sense that it had more of an epic feel to it, more adventure an power to the storyline. Alloy of Law and Shadows of Self are fantastic books, but are a shorter read and very quick paced. That can be a good thing, depending on your mood, but it doesn't build up to as much as in this book, or the original mistborn trilogy. All in all, definitely worth the buy.

Everything you would expect from this great series. You feel even closer to each character after reading. Don't forget to read the epilogue.

There are very few Sanderson books that I don't love. This is no exception. The author creates unique and intriguing worlds that become believable even though the "rules of the universe" are so different than what I would find anywhere else. He definitely is not a formulaic writer. (Magic ring, enchanted sword, lost adolescent . . . Oh, maybe there is some of that.) I thoroughly enjoy his work.

I have enjoyed this series immensely. I hate waiting for New books in a series, so Brandon Sanderson write faster.

I read a lot, and Brandon Sanderson has become one of my favorite authors. He has great concept ideas for his books. The stories are thoughtful and insightful. His characters are interesting, complex, and very credible. He keeps a crackling pace in his books which makes them hard to put down. I have bought every book he's ever written...and thankfully he puts out a lot of books.

I will start this review out by emphatically stating that Branden Sanderson is easily my favorite author and anything he puts out is an automatic must read for me. Of all his works, I must say that the original Mistborn trilogy stands as a touchstone series for me, standing as one series that drew me into fantasy novels in the first place. The second set of Mistborn novels, take place almost three hundred years after the events in the first trilogy and they do something that most fantasy novels never even touch on, i.e allowing your society to progress out of the middle ages eventually into industrialization and examining how magic would fit in with a technologically advanced society. Likewise, whereas I thoroughly enjoyed the first two books of the new trilogy, I must say that the latest story in the trilogy, the Bands of Mourning while enjoyable, stands as a slight misstep for me, and unfortunately stands as my least favorite Sanderson work thus far for reasons I’ll quickly discuss below. For those new to the series, I’ll say that to get the most bang for your buck reading Bands of Mourning, you must have at least read the previous two works in the new trilogy, Alloy of Law and Shadows of Self. Likewise, whereas Alloy of Law could be read as a standalone, I would highly recommend that you read through the first Mistborn trilogy before jumping into either Shadows of Self or Bands of Mourning. For one, those original works are masterpieces, and second of all the latest two books in this series heavily reference the events of the first trilogy to the point that one will be lost if they haven’t read the first trilogy. Anyhow, Bands of Mourning takes place roughly six months after the tragic events of Shadows of Self, Wax our main protagonist is about to get married to his fiancé, the cold yet endearing Steris Harms, a union which throughout the series has been built more on political and financial necessity rather than love. Moments before his wedding, Wax, still getting over the events of the last novel is approached by two emissaries from Harmony, the god of Scadrial, with news that the legendary bands of Mourning, the metal minds worn by the Lord Ruler from the previous Mistborn Trilogy, have been found. These legendary items have always been more myth than reality, rumored to grant anyone who wore them all of the power that the Lord Ruler had at his command, and the two kandra emissaries have evidence that these items do indeed exist. Wax still ticked at Harmony from the events in Shadows of Self, declines the quest until he receives evidence that his Uncle, the leader of the criminal organization known as the Set is involved and is actively seeking the items as well. Sensing an opportunity to rescue his sister from his Uncle as well keep the bands out of criminal hands, Wax agrees and our heroes are off in a race to find the mythical bands of mourning. In typical Sanderson fashion, Bands of Mourning features crisp dialogue, dynamic action scenes and amazing world building. In Shadows of Self and now Bands of Mourning, Sanderson in my opinion does a great job referencing his previous trilogy while also allowing his new characters to operate in a new world with new challenges while not suffocating them with a been there done that storyline. The parallels between these trilogies are of course there, whereas in the previous trilogy Vin, Kelsier and Co where the revolutionaries fighting for freedom and the disruption of the status quo, in the latest trilogy Sanderson has flipped the script on its head, with our heroes serving as the forces of stability and the villains the source of change. It is implied in these new works that while society may not be as overly oppressive as the world under the Lord Ruler, the advent of progress, capitalism and a rigid class system are oppressing the common man as much as Lord Ruler and his minions in subtle and different ways. Our heroes in this trilogy are fighting for the reformed status quo whereas Vin, Elend and company where fighting to tear it all down, in a manner similar to Wax’s uncle in the new trilogy. Bands of Mourning was a good book and a worthy addition to the Mistborn saga. However, it fell down for me in a couple areas. Most notably I felt that a few of the action sequences, normally a strong suit of Sanderson’s, rang hollow and artificial in the book, devoid of tension, only serving as gee whiz ideas of Sanderson’s, almost as if he had in his mind certain ‘cool’ scenes and worked hard to include them in the novel. Without spoiling them, the scenes were all well written but they all dragged for me as nothing seemed really at stake in any of them. While most of the action scenes where amazing, I almost skipped the few that didn’t work as I already surmised there would be no real consequences from any of those scenes. Likewise, whereas I was literally laughing out loud at certain points in the previous Wax and Wayne novels, the humor in this new novel at times felt forced, a little too self-aware and dare I say it tiresome. In short, I would argue that the humor at times felt as if it were written more for the reader rather than the characters in the story. Wayne, arguably my favorite character from the first two novels, had his humor fall flat or feel forced throughout most of the novel which was disappointing. Maybe I am tired of the character so that is more a reflection of me rather than the author, I dunno. Likewise, there were certain parts of the novel, where it felt like Sanderson was playing too hard with the fourth wall, entire sections that were supposed to come across as jokes or comical where to ham fisted and in the context of the story for me just didn’t work. Without spoiling it, there was scene in a hotel lobby, that while painfully self-aware and funny in the context of the story didn’t do much for the plot or advance the story all that much. I realize I’m being picky, but that scene in particular almost took me out of the story which is something I’m not sure you want while reading a novel. Another gripe I had with the story centered on characterization. For those who have trudged through my reviews in the past, you know that I place a huge premium on characterization, and while the characterization for the majority of the characters was strong, it was also very weak with others. Steris for instance, has had one of the best arcs throughout the entire series. The reader has seen her grow from a cold, detached, very shallow individual to a very rich character that simply hides her insecurities and fear with routine and organization. Sanderson gives her some of the best scenes in the novel and he found a fantastic way to mold her quirks into adorable attributes. Like many of the other characters in the book, she also longs for adventure and excitement, but she hides it behind the curtain of decency and the expectations of the noble class. It’s been building over the last two books, but Steris really comes into her own in this last work, developing into a full three dimensional character and not simply a plot point. Whereas I commented on the forced humor in the work with some of the other characters, with Steris the humor feels genuine as they are all true to her character and who she is as a person. Well done. Marasi on the other hand for reasons, I am still trying to grasp felt flat for me throughout the entire novel. She was a great character in previous novels but I found her borderline boring in this novel which is a shame. She is now more accepted by Wax and Wayne as an able and competent partner, with Wax even going so far as to not second guess every suggestion she makes. Likewise she has a powerful scene near the end of the novel where she realizes how her hero worship of Wax has stunted her growth as a person, and that while she can never be Wax, she still can be as good if not better than him if she only accepts her strengths as opposed to trying to match the competencies with her hero. However, for some reason she didn’t ring for me in this novel and I am having a hard time figuring it out. She is still extremely smart and capable, and possesses a sharp mind and a strong will to do what is right. Sanderson gives her the opportunity to shine with some key scenes and gives her some key insights, however, these insights are almost always undercut by Wax who either has already figured out what Marasai just learned, or has a better understanding of the information that she was given. That being said, whereas before Marasi was only grudgingly accepted by Wax and those in the Constable service, she is now basically accepted by both, which takes away some of the inner and outer conflict present with the character. In many scenes she almost functions as simply another Wax stand in, losing a lot of her personality and character that endeared me to her in the first place. All in all, Bands of Mourning despite the small gripes I had with it is a good book. A constant theme throughout the book and the series as a whole is motion. The world is moving forward and many of the characters are changing with the times in accordance with this underlying theme. The novel does a great job of expanding the larger world of Scadrial, introducing new cities, locations, characters, technology and even continents. Also, it ends on one hell of a cliff hanger. Despite my nitpicks, I would still highly recommend Bands of Mourning, it’s a worthy addition to the Mistborn Saga.

The characters are interesting, the storyline blends myth, legend, pseudo science, mystery, and a very human struggle set in the backdrop of a transition between eras. It has the feel of a western, on the outskirts of Civilisation - with outlaws, fanatics, and law men. Well written story of action, relationships, and discovery in a fast paced read.

Yet another knock out of the park.. Sanderson is quickly becoming my favorite writer. He's just too dang good with his storylines, how he weaves in plot twists and really intriguing characters. This isn't the book to start with as it's towards the end of a series with these characters, but if you haven't read any of Sanderson's works and you enjoy fantasy and sci-fi, you're missing out BIG TIME.

I love the idea that Sanderson has in carrying a storyline through time, evolving "naturally" if fantastically. This is high fantasy that is living, growing, evolving. Sanderson is issuing a challenge to other authors to free the worlds they create to move on in time and become rich, nuanced, breathing worlds full of mysteries, secrets, and history.

I gave a copy of Mistborn to a neighbor’s teenager who was reading Harry Potter for the third time. I am sure he’ll be reading all six books

Sanderson continues the Alloy of Law series and drastically expands the scope. No longer are we focused on one burgeoning industrial-era city. We are now exploring the whole world that was originally created and shaped in the Mistborn trilogy. Sanderson is no longer building a world. He's building a universe.

You'll want to have read the previous two books in this particular sequence to be able to follow along, the the previous trilogy is not required. Secondary and tertiary characters undergo significant development in the novel, while the main characters finally get to tie up loose ends while readers get a glimpse of what lies south of Elendel.

Another good book by Sanderson. The Wax and Wayne series, while lacking the depth of the original Mistborn or Stormlight books, is heavy on adventure. It is a fun ride with interesting twists, some good comedy, and a few intriguing details about the world of Scadrial. Looking forward to the next one.

Great read, looking forward to the next book.

Brandon Sanderson has done it again! I love the characters--the humor, sensitivity, growth, and complexity. The plot--ever moving toward something--is equally complex in terms of twists and turns. Just when I think I have figured out a plausible solution--or even what the main problem is--I am both astonished and challenged. I cannot contain my eagerness to dine on the next book in this series.

The book had horrible dialogue but the end of the book was decent. I will finish the quartet.

hope that the final book will come soon

This isn't the best Mistborn novel, but it was great. I love the characters, and though the pace was a little frantic in parts, it was a great ride. Like every Sanderson novel I read, I'm sad because it means one fewer of his awesome stories to devour.

I enjoyed the first two novel in the Alloy of Law series but Brandon Sanderson did a great job in creating a good story with believable characters. I was a little worried after the second book that he was biting off more than he could chew but the story works. His fantasy world remains a wondrous and believable place. Overall I recommend the book.

Best character interaction of the current Mistborn series. While the scope is limited, it is by no means small. Really loving these Steampunk Mistborn Westerns.

This story brought closure to one portion of the Mistborn series. I believe there will be more, since it seems Sanderson has a lot more to say about the Cosmere he has created with this series. He is such a talented writer, that one can't help but get sucked into his worlds.

I really enjoyed this installment of the Mistborn series. I have enjoyed all of Sanderson's writing, but struggled with the dialogue in the preceding two installments, this time the dialogue felt less strained. Upon completion, I quickly ordered "Mistborn: A Secret History", but have not dove in yet.

This one is much better than the previous 2 in the Mistborn Steampunk era. While the glib humor still feels forced at times, particularly around Wayne, the tone is better and I finally felt like there was some direction to the tale. The first 2 books now seem like way too much setup for a story that is going to be wrapped up in the next(final) novel, but I'll definitely read it when it comes out. It also inspired me to buy Mistborn Secret History to put all the characters, gods, and eras back in perspective. It had been several years since I read the original Mistborn Trilogy

Loved the series! Wayne is a great characters that is straight up fun to read. Cannot wait to read more. Please keep writing Bran. Your work is wise, fun, and a true mindscape.

Sanderson hits it out of the park again. Engaging dialogue and action. I laughed, I cried, I anxiously await the next installment in the series.

Don't want to spoil it for others, as Sanderson is a wonderful storyteller, and the book is a page turner. However, I was disappointed in the ending; it seemed trite and forced to come to a conclusion. But that could just be me and wondering if this will continue on or dangle carrots for a new series.

One of my favorite authors. Brandon Sanderson is magic with a pen....his stories are engaging and you really miss the characters when the story ends. A sign of excellent story telling.

Great series especially for 12 year old boys. But 84 year old Granny loves them too!

Love all the Mistborn books! This did not disappoint! Every book I've read by Sanderson has been a great read. My 1st experience, was with him finishing off the Jordan series, which I was happy with, and that started me off into several of his different worlds. My only problem, is that he jumps around in writing different storylines for his different series! Stick to one series and crank it out! Stop leaving me hanging Brandon!

Another great book from Brandon Sanderson. This book is full of action and some comedy. Can't wait to read the next one!

I was expecting to plod through the first chapter or two of the book while the story got going, as with the previous two Wax and Wayne installments of the Mistborn series. Much to my surprise and delight, the story starts quickly and never bogs down. I had a hard time putting the book down until I was finished.

Love this series.

This was an interesting book- The new Mistborn books are really fun to read, but not quite as enthralling and exciting as the original mistborn trilogy. Sanderson's writing can be a little repetitive, and the attempts at humor didn't really work for me- maybe it would be better for a young adult reader. If you read the mistborn trilogy and you are waiting for the new Stormlight archive- read this and Shadows of Self!

Gosh the places Brandon Sanderson takes us to, is incredible. Such an enertaining author. I love the idea of flying through the air by pushing on coins thrown onto the ground.

Good book. All these series tend to build to such a large head in 3 books. This is not a criticism of Sanderson, just the style. Wax & Wayne (and company) were great characters and a series of books following their exploits and cases would have been great. Instead, in 3 books time, the fate of the world is already at stake.

I really enjoyed this book. It was a fun westernish magical romp following Wax and Wayne. It has subtle additions to the cosmere, and fleshes out the increasingly present connections between all the worlds in Sanderson's universe. Highly recommended.

Hands down the best part of this book is the character development and interaction. The story is fantastic as always, but the interaction of the characters and just how well fleshed out they are really sold me on this book.

Gripping from start to finish - Brandon Sanderson continues to amaze me with his ability to cross from tale to tale, world to world, and still deliver a deep tale with wholesome characters and a creative plot.

This book started strong and then slowed down a little bit in the middle. I found myself reading other bookings and then coming back to this one. Towards the end, it picked up again and left me wanting more.

Brandon Sanderson proves his greatness once again. Please recognize this is book 3 in a Trilogy. And this trilogy is a semi-sequel trilogy to the Mistborn Trilogy. Reading the Mistborn Trilogy isn't necessary, but it is useful to understanding some of the references to the world religions and history.

Sanderson continues to impress with this latest installation to the mistborn series. I've read a lot of fantasy over the years and was turned on to Sanderson after he co wrote the last couple books in the wheel of time. What sets Sanderson apart from other fantasy authors is his uncanny ability to world build and new interesting methods of magic. I strongly suggest the mistborn saga and the storm light archive. Both are seriously good and the pace at which Sanderson puts new books out is a breath of fresh air for fantasy readers whom waited for years for Robert Jordan to finish the wheel of time and like wise for George RR Martin to finish game of thrones. Sanderson truly is a master at his craft, any book by him is as close to a sure thing as you can get. Highly recommend.

The real Brandon Sanderson is back in this book. I felt like he was really phoning it in in the other two, but this is the good stuff. The story really started picking up, the characters each had their own unique personalities, and the creativity that we saw in the original series is back. I'm looking forward for the next book in this series.

Great series

Continued excellence in this unique series of books. A touch of old-west in a great alternate reality setting. Characters are engaging and the plot is compelling. Can't wait for more from Sanderson.

Loved this book! Something about the Wax and Wayne series that I enjoy more then the original trilogy. I think it is a little lighter in tone and I love twinborn magic. This was linked to the Cosmere more than other books I feel which was nice. Great Easter Eggs if you are looking.

With BoM Sanderson takes his series into new and exciting territory, and, while building on our new favorite characters, gives a nod or two to the first trilogy. Where Shadows of Self was a slower narrative focused on character development and reworking our concept of how the Cosmere operates, Bands of Mourning takes us back to the hit-the-ground-running pacing and imaginative world building that we love in the Mistborn series. Don't forget to read Mistborn: Secret History AFTER you read this one!

I much preferred the pure fantasy of the first Mistborn trilogy vs. the genre mash up of the second.

These are such great characters, I love them all. Wayne is my favorite, even though he is a "sidekick ".

The Bands of Morning is more Sanderson brilliance great plot which you are hoping will work out well for the amazing characters. New situations full of different ideas If you like the Mistborn novels you will love this and if you've never read one then your really missing out. I'm going to read the history novelet and then wait for the next instalment

It's always a pain to come up with 20 words or more to satisfy the review. But the Mistborn series are sooooo cool I have to leave a comment. For those of you who love Sci-if, fantasy etc. this is the series for you. Another great one sir. Much obliged!!!

Book after book, I continue to marvel at Brandon Sanderson's ability to continue to surprise and amaze me with original storylines, amazing and complex and loveable characters, and a world of wonderful complexity and constant surprise. I wholeheartedly recommend this book, and any book, by this amazing author!

What can I say? Brandon Sanderson is amazing, I recommend reading all his books!

A great continuation in the Mistborn universe! I love that the old characters are not forgotten while still keeping the story and mechanics fresh.

This story moves into a surprise technology and expanded world. I really loved the discussion about what gòd should help us with.

Absolutely fantastic. Each book seems better than the last. Brandon is, without a doubt, my favorite author. If you haven't read started reading this series, you owe it to yourself to start.

Great follow-up to Shadows of Self and the Wax and Wayne trilogy. I did not expect this series to get as good as it did. It's really interesting seeing how the events of Mistborn are causing ramifications 300 years down the line, and the plot twists are great.

The Bands of Mourning was a good read. The newer era trilogy finally expanded its scope and story to create something larger than Wax and crew taking out bad guys around the city. I'm excited for the final book in the series and see how all the new information comes together! Great read and would recommend it.

Each novel improves upon the last one & a highly enjoyable series's continues to get more and more interesting. If you've liked the other books in the series you will throughly enjoy this one. There's action but there is fascinating world and character building as well. I highly recommend the book and he series .

I loved the book because I was sad that Vin and Elend saga ended and now we have Wax and Wayne saga that are twinborn, both have Allomantic and Feruchemical powers. It is the last book of the trilogy that starts with the Alloy of Law and then Shadows of Self.

A good conclusion to the second Mistborn trilogy. I preferred the first series, but Brandon Sanderson did a good job on this one. He's also a great author to support because he is awesome with his fans. Definitely a good set of books to read!

Character development was excellent, the turns and twists of the plot wonderful, and an overall great read! I am a Sanderson fan as this is my twenty-first Sanderson novel or novella. He is my favorite fantasy author. Worth a try if you've never read him before!

This made me love Steris

And THIS, ladies and gentlemen, is how you bring the Mistborn series back into full swing. Action, adventure, character development, romance, diplomacy, revenge.... Loved it.

First class fantasy. Sanderson is a master of the craft. My only nit concerns the theoretical return of a character from the first trilogy, however the epilogue laid that to rest. Well done sir!

More, more, more! The Mistborn series keeps getting better even as it gets different. And yet, it retains the tensions, humanity and questions that thinking people face. Thank you! Brandon Sanderson.

Wax and Wayne are powerful and intense characters. Wayne taking down someone with a gun is something to behold.

I expect excellence every time with Brandon Sanderson. Some how he never disappoints. The Bands of Mourning is no exception. This is a fast paced thrill ride. Even better is the amazing amount of depth the story has towards the end. The characters are so real and dear to me now. A huge plus for me is how more elements of Sanderson's Cosmere seem to be popping up more now in his latest books. It helps reward those he constantly follow his work. Yet I do not think it will alienate those who don't pay any attention to that side of things. I think the biggest accomplishment for this entry is how good of a character Steris. I cannot say I hated her character before but I certainly didn't enjoy her. In this book she shines. How Wax and Steris interact was such a pleasure. The budding love story there is actually touching. That is very rare in genre fiction like this. My only complaint I have with this one is that I saw a big plot twist coming. Sometimes that is okay. If the secret is so clever that I feel smart for having figured out before the characters in the book. This one seemed so obvious that I found it frustrating that Wax and company didn't see it coming. I never thought these Allow books were going to win me over the same way that Sanderson's other works have. I am glad I am wrong. The world of Mistborn is so fascinating. This entry into the Mistborn mythos is top notch. I will be sad to read the next and final chapter. Saying goodbye is never easy.

Brandon Sanderson at his best

A great treasure. I can't wait for the next book. The story answers as many questions as it bring up. Totally worth the read.

read the set, read the fist set before you get these some of the stuff is explained in them

Thank you

A great ending to a great series. The story is wrapped up nicely, but plenty of unanswered questions are still left to leave room for more stories to be told in this world. If you want a different kind of fantasy this series is for you. Definitely read the first Mistborn trilogy first though. There are several books to read before this, but it all pays off in the end.

I went back and re read the two books preceding this one first - highly recommend doing it for continuity of the story. Creative with some surprising twists! Strong characters building on 'Mistborn' trilogy. Can't wait for the next book!

The swearing was a bit more pervasive in this book (which surprised us Sanderson typically uses profanity that is clean to the reader but of proper flavor to keep the characters true to their colors). Those readers without a mental filter "be ye warned", however, once started it was down right difficult to put down, an excellent read.

Sanderson is masterful in his ability to weave together multiple stories and sagas in a seamless manner Wax has proved to be an appealing character with wit, strength and style Eagerly waiting for the next book in the series

Brandon Sanderson continues a trend of writing stories that are amazing in and of themselves; but combined with the rest of the series, and other books in his universe, are mind blowing.

Again B-sands just crushes it. I could read him all day e'ry day. Great story telling, great fantasy elements that grown and change but stay internally consistent. Basically he just sets everything up perfectly and then knocks it out of the park! Love you B-money.

Brandon Sanders not only creates incredible worlds and elaborate magic systems, but he always delivers wonderful characters you love spending time with. This is part 3 in the Wax/Wayne collection.

This book, like Sanderson's others in this series, offers a storyline with twists and turns that make it extremely difficult to put the book down.

I love Brandon Sanderson's work! Each and every one takes you even deeper into his world, the Cosmere, and there's always something epic and grand taking place. The characters grow and become deeper in each and every book, but most of all- the Mistborn universe is the one fantasy universe I would want to live in, bar none - it's that good!

I will keep this short. Brandon has always created fantastic magic systems. Allomancy/Feruchemy is my favorite. Wax and Wayne are great characters. He has done a great job moving this series along and tying it all together as part of the Cosmere. After you read this, read Mistborn: Secret History. It really brings things together overall with the entire Mistborn series.

Love this writer. Can’t put his stuff down!

Really entretaining (hope it's spell right) book, looking forward forma the next one with new characters and intrings. The only thing that worried me before the book is that the saga starts streching to much. It's a risk that can happen when you're stuffing to many new things. But right now, that's not the case, the characters keep surprising us -espetialy Wayne, I just love that guy) and I hope it keeps that way! Sorry for posible mistakes un ny english, it's not my first languaje

Very well written with characters you can't help but love. unfortunately, my heart is still with Vin. The original book series really grabs you but this one has a really interesting steampi kesk vibe to it.