Background
Published in 2013, “Infinity Blade: Redemption: by Brandon Sanderson continues the saga based on the Infinity Blade video game series. The novella picks up with Siris and the God King, once sworn enemies, now working together against a common and even more dangerous foe—the Worker of Secrets. Imprisoned in the Vault of Tears, they must find a way to escape and prevent the Worker from enacting his devastating plans.
The story delves deeper into the world’s lore, exploring the origins of the Deathless, the true power of the Infinity Blade, and the conflicts between magic and technology. As Siris struggles with his role as a leader and his fragmented past, he must decide whether to embrace his destiny or defy it.
My Thoughts
This book picks right up from the previous Infinity Blade, which was a touch disorienting having been away from it for a bit. However, I was quickly pulled in and enjoyed the read. I was highly interested in the existential crisis presented by a functionally immortal perspective. If you live forever, what defines your existence and what may be on the horizon? The ending left the doors wide for the story to continue.
Recommendation
It was a fun read, but be sure to read the first book or several plot points won’t make sense.