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The Well of Ascension

Brandon Sanderson
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The Well of Ascension

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2007

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Super Short Summary

The Well of Ascension, the second book in Brandon Sanderson's Mistborn series, follows individuals struggling to stabilize a kingdom after its tyrant's fall. Amid political intrigue and emerging threats, people seek a mysterious power that could alter their world's fate.

Reviews & Readership

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The Well of Ascension by Brandon Sanderson captivates with its intricate world-building and complex characters. The novel's pacing and frequent political machinations sometimes slow the plot, yet the engaging mythology and character development outweigh these issues. Overall, it’s a compelling read for fantasy enthusiasts seeking depth and nuance.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Well of Ascension?

A reader who would enjoy Brandon Sanderson's The Well of Ascension typically appreciates epic fantasy with intricate world-building, complex characters, and political intrigue. Fans of George R.R. Martin's A Game of Thrones or Robert Jordan's The Wheel of Time series will find similar enjoyment in this novel.

Book Details
Pages

781

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Luthadel • Fantasy world

Publication Year

2007

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

HL690L

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