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Guga
is on page 807 of 1007
I wanted to call out the worldbuilding of this book. Using the word "storms" and its handful variations doesn't mean the author has achieved a realistic world. Not to mention that the interesting bits of Roshar are briefly mentioned and never again shown. There's no effort to subtly show the world. Instead, we are told of everything. Cultures, gods, etc. Such a shame.
— May 31, 2021 02:19PM
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Guga
is on page 885 of 1007
So, we are nearly at the end. Just 115 more pages to go. Safe to say, that the fast-paced scenes are the best scenes. Brandon should stick to writing fast-paced books, because at least then, I can ignore the quality of writing. I have many things to say, and not a large audience to say it to, but I shall say these things, nonetheless, for I am scratching my head, wondering how this is a masterpiece.
— Jun 02, 2021 10:27PM
Guga
is on page 690 of 1007
Not a spoiler. Some more thoughts.
There could be so much more here, and so much less as well. These flashbacks could be cut away and turned into scenes with character action that showcases Kaladin's past instead of telling it, that showcases his nobility instead of dramatizing it within a scene that is so formulaically set up that you can actually see the frame holding it up.
— May 29, 2021 09:24PM
There could be so much more here, and so much less as well. These flashbacks could be cut away and turned into scenes with character action that showcases Kaladin's past instead of telling it, that showcases his nobility instead of dramatizing it within a scene that is so formulaically set up that you can actually see the frame holding it up.
Guga
is on page 690 of 1007
Same thing here, spoilers.
Also, not SLIGHT spoilers; pardon me. I meant ACTUAL spoilers. But...come on, you knew that.
We're supposed to feel bad for Kaladin because of his past, and good because of his nobility, since he didn't take a Shardblade. For me, it would have been better if he had taken it, or at least had the temptation...you know...like all humans do. *Sigh*. This is taking too long.
— May 29, 2021 09:22PM
Also, not SLIGHT spoilers; pardon me. I meant ACTUAL spoilers. But...come on, you knew that.
We're supposed to feel bad for Kaladin because of his past, and good because of his nobility, since he didn't take a Shardblade. For me, it would have been better if he had taken it, or at least had the temptation...you know...like all humans do. *Sigh*. This is taking too long.
Guga
is on page 690 of 1007
Do be warned, there is a slight spoiler...
Got it? Okay, good.
Shallan's sudden poisoning was sudden and unnecessary, as it came literally out of nowhere. I don't know if I missed a hint that this would happen, but it did. Personally, I feel like it is a way to just make the last pages of this unbearable slog a bit bearable, and I'm glad that SOMETHING is happening, even if it's kind of sudden.
— May 29, 2021 09:19PM
Got it? Okay, good.
Shallan's sudden poisoning was sudden and unnecessary, as it came literally out of nowhere. I don't know if I missed a hint that this would happen, but it did. Personally, I feel like it is a way to just make the last pages of this unbearable slog a bit bearable, and I'm glad that SOMETHING is happening, even if it's kind of sudden.
Guga
is on page 640 of 1007
Now then...boy, am I severely annoyed...
Yes, yes, worldbuilding and magic are detailed, extravagant, and well-made, yes, I understand, and I would be a fool if I didn't acknowledge that.
What about the characters? The dialogue? Or...better yet...the story? God...I will rip this book to shreds if I see another flashback. My God...in short, very annoyed, and I will elaborate in a review.
— May 25, 2021 06:52PM
Yes, yes, worldbuilding and magic are detailed, extravagant, and well-made, yes, I understand, and I would be a fool if I didn't acknowledge that.
What about the characters? The dialogue? Or...better yet...the story? God...I will rip this book to shreds if I see another flashback. My God...in short, very annoyed, and I will elaborate in a review.
Guga
is on page 458 of 1007
Having reached the prelude to the middle, I must say that while Roshar is an interesting world, the prose describing it is blander than white bread. There is no effort to be subtle. Why not hide Szeth’s identity and let us connect the dots? This book would have benefited from a lack of hand-holding.
— May 16, 2021 09:04PM
