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“What of the faith, the almost unthinking passion he had once felt? He could barely remember it. That part of his life had passed quickly, his faith transforming from a burning flame into a comfortable warmth.”

Quote by Brandon Sanderson

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Elantris

In Elantris, a city once filled with magic and wonder is now a place of despair and decay. The story follows a young man named Raoden, who is chosen to become the new ruler of Elantris, as he navigates the challenges of a cursed city and the political intrigue of a kingdom on the brink of war. 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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