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The Blinding Knife (Lightbringer, #2)

Brent Weeks
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The Blinding Knife (Lightbringer, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2012

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Brent Weeks

The Blinding Knife (Lightbringer, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2012
Book Details
Pages

671

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Seven Satrapies • Fantasy World

Publication Year

2012

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Blinding Knife by Brent Weeks continues the Lightbringer series, following a person who wields extraordinary color-based magic. As they navigate complex political landscapes and looming threats, they uncover secrets that impact their world. This novel explores themes of power, identity, and alliances in a vivid, high-stakes fantasy setting.

Reviews & Readership

4.5

98,372 ratings

90%

Loved it

8%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Blinding Knife by Brent Weeks captivates with its complex world-building, dynamic characters, and engaging plot twists. Readers praise the inventive magic system and intense action sequences. However, some critique the slow pacing and dense exposition. Overall, it delivers an engrossing fantasy experience with a few narrative drawbacks.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Blinding Knife (Lightbringer, #2)?

Ideal for fans of high fantasy with intricate magical systems, political intrigue, and complex characters. Readers who enjoyed The Name of the Wind by Patrick Rothfuss or Mistborn by Brandon Sanderson will find The Blinding Knife by Brent Weeks equally captivating.

4.5

98,372 ratings

90%

Loved it

8%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

671

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Seven Satrapies • Fantasy World

Publication Year

2012

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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