Review: Shard of Dawn by Brandon Sanderson

Book review of “Shard of Dawn” by Brandon Sanderson. (The Stormlight Archive 3.5)

Shard of Dawn is a novella in the Stormlight Archive series by Brandon Sanderson, published in 2018. The story focuses on a supporting character from the main series, Lift, and tells us more about his past and role in the world of Roshar.

Are you a fan of Brandon Sanderson’s epic fantasy and Cosmere? If so, you can’t miss Shard of Dawn, the short novel set between the third and fourth books of The Stormlight Archive saga. In this post we tell you everything you need to know about this work, which is now available in digital format and in hardcover.

Shard of Dawn is a story that is part of the Stormlight Archive decalogy and is set between Oathbringer and The Rhythm of War. It follows in the footsteps of Edgedancer and allows characters who are usually overshadowed to shine. Brandon Sanderson is the great renovator of 21st century fantasy, with more than twenty million readers around the world.

The plot centers on Navani Kholin’s expedition to the island of Akinah, a mysterious and dangerous place that holds ancient secrets about the larkin, a winged species that feeds on Stormlight and was thought to be extinct. The leader of the expedition is Rysn Ftori, a shipwright who has lost the use of her legs but has gained the company of Chiri-Chiri, a sick larkin who needs to find a cure in her original home. Traveling with her are Lopen, the once-one-handed Windrunner, and other Knights Radiant ready to face the challenges that await them on Akinah.

Shard of Dawn is a quick read that offers a fast-paced and exciting adventure in the world of Roshar. It also allows us to get to know secondary characters who have much to contribute to the main story and who show us other facets of the magic and culture of this universe. It also reveals some important details about Roshar’s past and future that will have consequences in the next books of the series.

If you like epic fantasy, action, humor, and mystery, don’t hesitate to read Shard of Dawn, a must-read for fans of The Stormlight Archive and the Cosmere. We assure you that you won’t regret it.

Lift is a quirky and fun character who has already appeared in the main series, and in Shard of Dawn, Sanderson gives us an exciting and entertaining story that explores his character in a deeper way. The plot follows Lift as he attempts to steal a strange and important sphere of light from Azir’s Palace, with the help of a mysterious group of individuals known as the Justice Sect.

The novel has a lighter, more humorous tone than the main series, making it a welcome respite from the intensity and gravity of the previous books. However, this doesn’t mean that the plot doesn’t have its share of danger and excitement. In fact, the exploration of the secrets of Azir’s Palace and the dangers faced by Lift and his allies make for an exciting and action-packed story.

One of the most interesting things about the novel is how Sanderson uses Roshar’s magic in a unique and exciting way. Lift has the ability to absorb and convert food into a kind of magical energy, which gives him the ability to move quickly and agilely. This ability is used creatively in the novel and makes for some exciting and unique action scenes.

Another highlight of the novel is the exploration of the world of Roshar and the politics of the different nations. Although the story focuses primarily on Lift, some interesting secrets about the world and the main plot of the series are also revealed.

In short, Shard of Dawn is an exciting and entertaining novella that offers deeper insight into Lift’s character and the world of Roshar in general. With an exciting plot, creative exploration of magic, and some funny and touching moments, Sanderson has created another impressive addition to the Stormlight Archive series. If you’re a fan of the series or are just looking for an exciting and fun story in the world of epic fantasy, you should definitely read Shard of Dawn.