Background
“Published in 2014, “Words of Radiance,” is the second book in Brandon Sanderson’s “The Stormlight Archive.” The story continues to follow the struggles of the Knights Radiant and their quest to protect the shattered world of Roshar from ancient evils. As war brews and political intrigues escalate, the characters face challenges that test their loyalties, strengths, and beliefs, while uncovering deeper mysteries about the enigmatic magical forces and history of their world.
My Thoughts
I enjoyed this book as it gave more depth and growth to the main characters and started telling the story of their mortal enemies. Sanderson is a masterful storyteller and I easily got lost in the story as it was unfolding. However, there is a whole lot of story! Somewhat like Tolkien and other before him Sanderson gives detail that may not be needed but goes down so easily you don’t mind the ride. There is so much to the world he created that much doesn’t come into focus until well after some part of the plot was revealed. This gives the reader a feeling that they should pay attention to everything along the way which, of course, just sucks you into the story that much more.
Recommendation
Long but worth it.