Background
Published in 2008, “The Hero of Ages”, is the third book in Brandon Sanderson’s Mistborn trilogy. Vin and Elend Venture continue to attempt saving the world from Ruin. The mists are growing more dangerous, ash chokes the land, and the Lord Ruler’s final legacy threatens humanity’s survival. Vin and Elend must unlock the secrets of the Well of Ascension and uncover the true nature of Allomancy, Feruchemy, and Hemalurgy.
My Thoughts
This really was a fun read and good climax to the trilogy. Sanderson has a way of writing that keeps you guessing till the last and this was no exception. The premise of the story is pretty weak in terms of the metals and their abilities. However, we all have to suspend our expectations to some degree and there certainly have been worse forms of magic. (White Gold Wielder comes to mind. Another great series with a less than perfect premise.)
Recommendation
It was worth the read.