Mistborn: The Final Empire

· Mistborn Book 1 · Sold by Macmillan
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Now with over 10 million copies sold, The Mistborn Series has the thrills of a heist story, the twistiness of political intrigue, and the epic scale of a landmark fantasy saga.

For a thousand years the ash fell and no flowers bloomed. For a thousand years the Skaa slaved in misery and lived in fear. For a thousand years the Lord Ruler, the "Sliver of Infinity," reigned with absolute power and ultimate terror, divinely invincible. Then, when hope was so long lost that not even its memory remained, a terribly scarred, heart-broken half-Skaa rediscovered it in the depths of the Lord Ruler's most hellish prison. Kelsier "snapped" and found in himself the powers of a Mistborn. A brilliant thief and natural leader, he turned his talents to the ultimate caper, with the Lord Ruler himself as the mark.

Kelsier recruited the underworld's elite, the smartest and most trustworthy allomancers, each of whom shares one of his many powers, and all of whom relish a high-stakes challenge. Only then does he reveal his ultimate dream, not just the greatest heist in history, but the downfall of the divine despot.

But even with the best criminal crew ever assembled, Kel's plan looks more like the ultimate long shot, until luck brings a ragged girl named Vin into his life. Like him, she's a half-Skaa orphan, but she's lived a much harsher life. Vin has learned to expect betrayal from everyone she meets, and gotten it. She will have to learn to trust, if Kel is to help her master powers of which she never dreamed.

This saga dares to ask a simple question: What if the hero of prophecy fails?

Other Tor books by Brandon Sanderson

The Cosmere

The Stormlight Archive
The Way of Kings
Words of Radiance
Edgedancer (Novella)
Oathbringer

The Mistborn trilogy
Mistborn: The Final Empire
The Well of Ascension
The Hero of Ages

Mistborn: The Wax and Wayne series
Alloy of Law
Shadows of Self
Bands of Mourning


Collection
Arcanum Unbounded

Other Cosmere novels
Elantris
Warbreaker

The Alcatraz vs. the Evil Librarians series
Alcatraz vs. the Evil Librarians
The Scrivener's Bones
The Knights of Crystallia
The Shattered Lens
The Dark Talent

The Rithmatist series
The Rithmatist

Other books by Brandon Sanderson

The Reckoners
Steelheart
Firefight
Calamity

At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.

Ratings and reviews

4.7
1.72K reviews
David Deuel
June 9, 2023
An extraordinary novel that stands as a testament to the power of epic fantasy. With its meticulously crafted world, complex characters, and a plot brimming with suspense, it effortlessly pulls readers into its enchanting grasp. Brandon Sanderson's ability to weave together intricate magic systems and profound storytelling is nothing short of masterful. Whether you are a seasoned fantasy reader or new to the genre, Mistborn: The Final Empire is a must-read that will leave you hungry for more.
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Andrea Borg
February 20, 2024
WOW! This man knows how to architect a story. Not only that, but you can feel like not much is happening but feel totally immersed and not want to put it down. Then When big reveals happen you realize that there have been tiny clues dropping here & there the whole you just missed. This book has an interesting magic system with a fresh view on revolution. I loved how all of the characters were indistinguishable & believable. I absolutely loved it!
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Agata Francis
September 16, 2024
Mistborn: The Final Empire was an absolute blast! Sanderson’s world-building is incredible, creating a gritty and fascinating setting that feels both familiar and entirely new. The magic system is complex but easy to grasp, and the characters are incredibly well-developed. Kelsier and Vin are such compelling protagonists, and their journey is both thrilling and inspiring. I can’t wait to dive into the next book in the series
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About the author

Brandon Sanderson grew up in Lincoln, Nebraska. He lives in Utah with his wife and children and teaches creative writing at Brigham Young University. His bestsellers have sold 30 million copies worldwide and include the Mistborn® saga; the Stormlight Archive novels; and other novels, including The Rithmatist, Steelheart, and Skyward. He won a Hugo Award for The Emperor's Soul, a novella set in the world of his acclaimed first novel, Elantris. Additionally, he was chosen to complete Robert Jordan's Wheel of Time® sequence. Visit his website for behind-the-scenes information on all his books.

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