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The Well of Ascension: Book Two of Mistborn

In this second installment of the Mistborn series, the protagonist delves deeper into a world where magic and politics intertwine, facing new challenges and allies as they strive to restore balance and prevent the encroaching darkness. more

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Brandon Sanderson
Brandon Sanderson

Brandon Sanderson, born in December 1975, is a renowned science fiction and fantasy writer in the United States. His works are known for their rich imagination, complex character development, and profound philosophical insights. His representative works include the 'Mistborn' trilogy and the 'The Stormlight Archive' series, among others. more

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