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reviewed Elantris by Brandon Sanderson

Brandon Sanderson: Elantris (2006) 4 stars

In 2005, Brandon Sanderson debuted with Elantris, an epic fantasy unlike any other then on …

Review of 'Elantris' on 'Goodreads'

4 stars

I started this book to get a better idea of the lore that was referenced in rhythm of war. I was surprised upon finishing the book to find just how much more I got out of the book. I found much to relate to as a visually impaired person without a job, and a person exploring my own faith and what it means in my life. This is definitely one of Brandon's early works, and it shows in some places for sure. Frequent comments about a character's overweight status were distracting. I am also not a fan of everyone being in some measure in love with the main character and that being a part of the villain's redemption. I would say this is a better version of that trope than I have seen other places, but its still one of my least favorite parts of the book.

There was a …

reviewed Wild Sign by Patricia Briggs (Alpha and Omega)

Patricia Briggs: Wild Sign (Hardcover, 2021, Ace) 5 stars

Review of 'Wild Sign' on 'Goodreads'

5 stars

I never write reviews. So it's kind of surprising that I'm writing this one. This is probably my favorite book of all her books so far, and I have read and enjoy it almost all of them. A character that I feel like had been short changed for most of the series got a lot of very good development, and this will provide some excellent opportunities for future crossover between these books and the main Mercy Thompson series. Charles and Anna were adorable, as always.