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World Expansion
Customers are highly impressed with the intricate world expansion in Rhythm of War, praising Brandon Sanderson's ability to create a richly detailed universe filled with intriguing characters and creatures. Some readers also appreciate the emotional depth and anticipation for the upcoming book five. However, a few reviews mention that certain aspects of the storyline may not make complete sense. Overall, the sentiment is overwhelmingly positive towards the world-building in this installment of The Stormlight Archive.
Character Development
Customers are highly praising the character development in Rhythm of War, with many expressing inspiration and enjoyment from watching characters overcome their fears and struggles. Some readers also appreciate the intricate world-building and foreshadowing that complements the character arcs. However, a few have noted that the pacing can be slow at times but still find it worthwhile for the emotional depth of the story.
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Complexity
Customers have mixed feelings towards the complexity of Rhythm of War, with some praising Sanderson's intricate storytelling and others finding certain sections challenging or tedious. The book is generally well-received for its compelling characters and creative world-building, but some readers find the extensive focus on fabrial science and character struggles to be a slog.
Writing Quality
Customers have mixed opinions regarding the writing quality of Rhythm of War. While some praise its high literary merit, others find it poorly written with editing issues and a disappointing finish. Some received damaged or used copies, while others were satisfied with their purchase.
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Quality
The cosmere is well-made, the creatures and people intriguing and plausible.
The series continues to build and seems to have more everything.
There are more radiants, powers, heralds, cosmere references, war, spren, mental health, and character development.
The expansion of world, incredible character arcs, and layers upon layers upon layers of meaning that only reveal themselves up... Read More
Price
Worth every penny i have paid for these books.
This book is a payout on the investment of the prior 3 books and reveals that no detail no character in the first 3 books was wasted.
I bought the audible version for $26 but it doesn’t whispersync with the kindle version.
Shipping
Cam on time and is a good book.
Packaging/appearance
There was a lot to unpack in this book, but as always, sanderson delivers the goods.
Competitiveness
I will admit that this was my least favorite (main) stormlight archive book, but i'm comparing it to some of the best books i'v... Read More
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- Our engine has discovered that over 90% high quality reviews are present.
- This product had a total of 43,971 reviews as of our last analysis date on Aug 6 2024.
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Cant wait for the next book to be released
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However i must admit that at times it became too contrived and convoluted
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The book drags a bit whenever there is deep explanation of the science of the world though
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Those sections were a slog and my eyes glazed over many times reading about fabrial science
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The expansion of world incredible character arcs and layers upon layers upon layers of meaning that only reveal themselves upon rereading and revisiting sections
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Its incomprehensible how he continues to do it but he does and what a gift to us
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I tore through this book like it was my job
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Guess i’m entering into his world
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