Elantris

Escrito por Brandon Sanderson

Narrado por Martin Untrojb

Elantris era la capital de Arelon:gigantesca, hermosa, literalmente radiante, llena de seres benevolentes que utilizaban sus poderosas habilidades mágicas en beneficio de todos. Sin embargo, cada uno de estos semidioses fue una vez una persona común y corriente hasta que fue tocado por el misterioso poder transformador del Shaod. Hace diez años, sin previo aviso, la magia fracasó. Los elantrians se volvieron criaturas sin poder, como leprosos, y el propio Elantris oscuro, sucio y desmoronado. La nueva capital

de Arelon, Kae, se agacha a la sombra de Elantris. La princesa Sarene de Teod llega para un matrimonio de Estado con el príncipe heredero Raoden,con la esperanza - basándose en su correspondencia - de encontrar también el amor. Ella descubre en cambio que Raoden ha muerto y es considerada su viuda. Tanto Teod como Arelon están amenazados como los últimos holdouts restantes contra las ambiciones imperiales de los despiadados fanáticos religiosos de Fjordell. Así que Sarene decide usar su nuevo estatus para contrarrestar las maquinaciones de Hrathen,un sumo sacerdote fiordo que ha venido a Kae para convertir Arelon y reclamarlo por su emperador y su dios.

Pero ni Sarene ni Hrathen sospechan de la verdad sobre el príncipe Raoden. Golpeado por la misma maldición que arruinó Elantris, Raoden fue exiliado en secreto por su padre a la ciudad oscura. Su lucha por ayudar a los miserables atrapados allí comienza una serie de eventos que traerán esperanza a Arelon,y tal vez revelar el secreto de Elantris mismo.

• Idioma: Español
• Editorial: BookaVivo
• Fecha de lanzamiento: 15 dic 2021
• ISBN: 9781638110569

Brandon Sanderson

Brandon Sanderson is a New York Times and Sunday Times bestselling fantasy author, who writes for both adults and younger readers. Amongst others, he's known for his Mistborn and Stormlight Archive series, the latter including The Way of Kings and Words of Radiance. He's also completed the final books in Robert Jordan's Wheel of Time series, based on Jordan's notes and material. Sanderson teaches writing at Brigham Young University and lives in Utah.

Comentarios para Elantris

[Fátima RP · Calificación: 5 de 5 estrellas]

Todo en este libro es interesante y está bien hecho: es contexto político-histórico, el sistema de magia, los personajes, las intrigas políticas.
Es simplemente una de los mejores fantasías que he leído.

[pedro Diaz · Calificación: 5 de 5 estrellas]

El mejor libro ? con ambientación súper interesante ? y sobre todo personajes divertidos.

[MatiasIgnacioDailleRamírez · Calificación: 5 de 5 estrellas]

Voy en el cap 7 y estoy enganchadisimo, la construccion del mundo es una maravilla.

[tigerbuns · Calificación: 4 de 5 estrellas]

Hovering between 3.5 and 4 stars, I decided to give this a Sanderson-bonus and went with 4. The book was interesting and entertaining and (like everything else I've read by Sanderson so far) an absolute page-turner once I got into it, but it had a number of flaws that made me glad it wasn't my first foray into the author's work.

Elantris seems very much like a prototype for the Mistborn series since a lot of the ideas brought up here are explored later in greater depth in the Mistborn trilogy. There's politics, the clash of religions (Atheists go ahead! Don't worry, Sanderson is really good at including religious themes and questions in a tolerant, non-preachy, thoughtful and reflective way), questions of leadership, questions of identity, and the problem of finding a balance between said identity and being a leader. Even some of the characters felt like prototypes for the Mistborn guys (Raoden=Kelsier with a bit of Elend thrown in, Sarene=Vin, the rest of the crew smacking a little of Breezy, Hammond and Dox).

The thing is, the ideas are only brought up, and I don't think I would have quite grasped the depth of what Mr Sanderson was trying to do if I hadn't been running a comparative commentary in my head all the time. A lot of stuff just fell short - and "short" is a general problem with the book: the time frame given for the events just seems impossible. It would have been better if things hadn't been crammed into the course of a few weeks, because everything the heroes and antiheroes achieved in that time seemed humanly impossible and thus fairly unbelievable. It also gave the feeling of "if it's *that* easy, why hasn't anyone done anything before?". Which brings up another complaint (I'm the master of smooooth transitions today): The solutions this time (as opposed to the ones in Mistborn) were a little too obvious, and the passivity (inertia? acquiescence?) of simply everyone else but our heroes was not convincing.

What I'm trying to say is: the two heroes were practically saving a whole country by means that didn't seem so very far-fetched in an extremely short time while everyone else around them was either moping, looking away, concentrating on luxuries or being a sheep - and now that I've typed it out it *does* look like an accurate depiction of mankind, but well, in the context of the book it just seemed like a stage for the greatness of the protagonists.

There were also a lot more plot holes or inconsistencies than in Mistborn. The trilogy impressed me because every little thing that caught my eye or made me suspicious or felt like a plot hole turned out to be important later on, and most inconsistencies were actually clues to what was really going on. Not quite so here, unfortunately, but it didn't really detract that much from the enjoyment (although the added enjoyment I got out of it in Mistborn was missing too, of course.)

Anyway! Despite the flaws, I *liked* the book. The magic system was as usual very unusual, and I would like to read more about it and more about Elantris (300 years earlier, 300 years later, same time as the first book, I don't care), anytime. I really liked the protagonists despite their uncanny cleverness and the author's slightly heavy-handed attempts at creating flaws so as not to make them superhuman, and although from time to time I did press my lips together and shake my head critically, I was satisfied when I finished the book.

I wouldn't recommend it to first-time Sanderson readers, but people who enjoyed Mistborn should give it a try, because besides a gripping story it also offers an interesting insight into the development of ideas and authorial skills. The book is a lot like an overenthusiastic puppy that you know will one day be a great dog - but before I do anything more like comparing a novel to a dog, I'll stop here.

Edit to add: Oh, and the naming was a little over the top sometimes - many of the city names etc. and most of the Derethi priesthood titles just seemed like a bunch of made-up words. Except "gyorn", that was a good one.

[yonitdm · Calificación: 4 de 5 estrellas]

A fun read!

[kslade-1 · Calificación: 3 de 5 estrellas]

Pretty good long fantasy novel.

[zjakkelien · Calificación: 4 de 5 estrellas]

All my fantasy-loving friends who have read Sanderson are almost wildly enthusiastic about his writing. After many of their urgings, I finally started reading Elantris, and they were right. I must say, it wasn't entirely as absorbing as I expected it to be (I imagine due to overwrought expectations), but it is a very good book, and I found it impressive how much story Sanderson managed to cram into a stand-alone book. Ok, it's a 600+page book, but still. I'm very glad he kept it in one book and didn't split the book up. The book is told from three different points-of-view: Raoden, prince of Arelon, who gets transformed by the Shaod, a process that used to change people into powerful demi-gods who could use magic, but nowadays changes them into something more resembling plague victims. These parts of the book were my favourite: I liked the society Raoden started building in Elantris, the city in which all the people hit by the Shaod are living. And I liked even more the research he was doing into what went wrong with magic. The second point-of-view is of Sarene, princess of Teod, and Raoden's betrothed, although she has never met him. When she arrives at Kae, the capitol city of Arelon, she quickly immerges herself in politics, collecting Raoden's allies around her and battling both his incompetent father and king, and the insidious priest of the martial Shu-Dereth religion, Hrathen. With these bits, I had some trouble connecting, and I don't entirely understand why myself. Sarene is likeable, and competent, and she has enough imperfections to make her realistic. Perhaps I found her a bit to clever for herself, getting herself mixed up in just about anything. Maybe that was just a bit too much. I don't know, perhaps it really was just me.The third point-of-view is of Hrathen, the aforementioned priest. He is one of the obvious bad guys from the start, but what I like is that he is not evil. Misguided, yes, with some very clear faults (if you can call it a fault to cause thousands to be massacred because it is logical). But he makes sense, he's not one of those over-the-top evil guys that you can dismiss out of hand, because you know they only have a place in the story to be evil. Although I liked the parts of Raoden and Sarene better, the Hrathen parts were very well done. Taking everything together, the story became quite intricate, with all kinds of things happening and the mystery of what happened 10 years ago to the magic at the center. The magic itself was original and conceptually well thought out. I also have a few small minus points:1. The names. Really. They are all very much alike. Just as an example, some names of concepts, places and people: Reod, Shaod, Teod, Raoden, Iadon, Edan, Eondel. After a while I figures out why the names are a bit similar, but it's very confusing. In the beginning I had some trouble keeping things apart, and there's no name list.2. The map. It doesn't show everything. This is a bit tied into my previous complaint: I had some trouble keeping things apart in the beginning. I personally don't like to look at the map in the middle of the story, but in this case I sometimes had to, and that made it especially frustrating when I could't find things on there. Really, there are three main countries, Arelon, Fjorden, and Teod. And of those three, one (Teod) is not on the map. Although the minus points annoyed me somewhat in the beginning, they didn't subtract from the whole that much, and overall, I liked this book a lot.

[mossjon · Calificación: 4 de 5 estrellas]

Very few authors can convince me to care about their characters. I started reading this book with a chip on my shoulder, having recently learned that Brandon Sanderson has been awarded the task of writing the Wheel of Time's final book A Memory of Light. My goal while reading this novel was to compare Brandon's talent and ascertain his ability to carry on the torch that is the Wheel of Time.

Brandon's talent for characterization, especially the female lead, and plot twists and progressions eased my mind. Elantris stands alone as a well-written fantasy and worthy of your time spent in Arelon.

[Leslie Riveiro · Calificación: 5 de 5 estrellas]

Es difícil escribir "qué me gustó" limitándome a no dejar spoilers, pero lo intentaré de todas formas.
Nos muestran un mundo que es atemporal, como si mezclasen lo mejor del pasado con adelantos futurísticos (aunque, claro, mágicos). El llegar a una "respuesta" en donde todo se conecta, todo encaja como piezas de rompecabezas. El que podamos ver el punto de vista del protagonista, sí... pero también el del villano, el de esa chica que se volvió mujer. Ver todas las facetas de una misma persona y... en serio ¿Qué esperan para leerlo?
¡Cierto! la narración es una maravilla.

[codonnelly · Calificación: 5 de 5 estrellas]

Fantasy aficionados are often notoriously difficult to please. In his debut novel, Elantris, Brandon Sanderson takes a huge risk by treading down a path that many new fantasy authors attempt to follow, and that is a novel heavy with political intrigue. The results are breathtakingly marvelous.

Elantris depicts a fantastical world that is falling apart in many ways. The novel shares its name with the former capitol in the kingdom of Arelon, which has since plummeted into sickness and disarray. Its prior inhabitants were composed of select citizens throughout the kingdom that became transformed by a process called the Reod, which also gifted them with magical powers and godlike beauty. Many years before the narrative begins, Elantris became “cursed,” and the city and its inhabitants were exiled and closed for business.

Elantris follows three main characters, all of whom possess fascinating back stories. Raoden, the prince of Arelon, finds himself in a dangerous quandary when he undergoes what was once the Reod, but is now an illness that transforms its victims into hideous creatures that appear to be dead but continue to live on, and hence, must be cast out into the ruins of Elantris forever. Serene, the princess of Teod and also Raoden’s fiancé, arrives in Elantris just days after Raoden “dies”, and thanks to outdated laws, is now a widow in an unknown land. Last but certainly not least, Hrathen, a warrior priest from Fjordell, travels to Arelon in an attempt to convert the people to his violent religion. If they do not comply, he will be forced to massacre them all.

Despite the novel’s (unsurprisingly) substantial length, there is never a dull moment. When the reader’s not embroiled in the antics of its protagonists, he or she is most likely ruminating on the various aspects of the novel dealing with its complex political systems and various religions. Sanderson’s world is vast and incredibly detailed. It’s very easy to get lost in the scenery and its many philosophical dilemmas, but this is a fabulous predicament to be in. It is hard for me to remember a time when I’ve ever been able to visualize a novel and its characters so well. You don’t just read Elantris, you live and breathe it.

If you’re a fantasy lover, Elantris is a reading experience you cannot miss. I would not be surprised if it becomes the new standard that fantasy authors must aspire to reach. And if you’re like me, you’ll probably end up adding Brandon Sanderson to your list of new favorite authors. Luckily, he has published a plethora of books in the past ten years, so you’ll have a lot to add to your “To Be Read” pile!

[cinnamonandginger · Calificación: 5 de 5 estrellas]

Possibly my favorite book by Brandon Sanderson, Elantris is a fast-paced, entertaining read. Unlike some of Sanderson's other works, Elantris is a stand-alone, and it leaves nothing wanting. The story takes place in a well-imagined world of political intrigue and magical mysteries, and the plot moves along at a brisk pace. While it's true that some plot elements may seem a bit contrived - or else just incredibly convenient - and the morals of the story are delivered with a less-than-subtle hand, the book kept me entertained and interested from cover to cover. It's perfect for anyone interested in a well-written stand-alone novel.

[jbarringer-2 · Calificación: 4 de 5 estrellas]

One can see how Sanderson's characters and pacing have improved when comparing this book to his later series. This book is one exhaustingly long build-up of disasters and hopelessness until almost the very end, when in a whirlwind of action the good guys win (or die) and we all of a sudden find out what has been really going on, sort of. I do wish Sanderson had written further books in this world, since this book sets up a bunch of characters and places, and then just quits. In all epic fantasy, we all know once the grand, magical city is restored and the good guys are reinstalled, the problems the good guys face change, but most definitely continue, and this book sets up a whole system of magic and complex conflicts that goes completely unexplored. As a result this is a fun book, but not very satisfying.

[staticblaq-1 · Calificación: 4 de 5 estrellas]

A definite 4.5 star read for me. Sanderson's writing is strong with plenty of political intrigue and storylines to keep the pace moving. All this set against the intriguing backdrop of the wondrous city of Elantris now fallen to ruin. I found the concept of Elantris and its inhabitants a refreshing concept.
An epic fantasy in a stand alone novel is such a rarity these days and I'm happy to say I thoroughly enjoyed this read.
Fantasy purists might not find enough magic and dragons, so to speak, in the plot to keep them interested, however.

[waianuhea · Calificación: 4 de 5 estrellas]

If you like science fiction or fantasy, especially post-apocolyptic fiction, read this! Hell, just read it anyway! I love it!

[seane_64 · Calificación: 4 de 5 estrellas]

Read this book three years ago and I still remember the major plot points, characters, and even some dialogue. What else, except possibly a h.o.r.r.i.b.l.e book, could do that? Very intriguing read, even if fantasy isn't a favorite genre.

[readafew · Calificación: 4 de 5 estrellas]

Elantris was the debut novel of Brandon Sanderson. It was a great read. In the first 3 chapters we meet the 3 main charactors who rush the story along at quite a fast pace. The 3 points of view take turns through the book. Elantris was a city of magic, beauty and splendor, then came a catacylsm. Something happened and the magic fled the city and the inhabitants, riots of fear killed those who might be able to answer what happened. 10 years later the city is a prison, an eye sore and a ruin. The power vacuum was filled by the next most influential group, the merchants. The neighbors are a martial religious country bent on conquest and converting the world to thier god. Things have not been going well.

[mohouno_1 · Calificación: 4 de 5 estrellas]

Even though it was just Disney's "Atlantis:The Lost Empire" retold with a sci-fi touch, I liked it. It kept me hooked, and I liked the whole fighting between religious concept.

[wyvernfriend · Calificación: 5 de 5 estrellas]

An interesting read.Up to 10 years ago Elantris was paradise, a beautiful city where the people were chosen by chance and something called the Shoad, which struck some people of Arelon suddenly and transformed them into beings with power, that glowed and who could perform miracles and who lived in Elantris. 10 years ago something happened and this stopped, the Elantrians lost their light, their power and their control of the area. Now Raoden, the crown prince is missing, taken by the Shaod, what is said about him is that he's dead. Sarene has travelled to become his wife from another kingdom, and finds herself his widow because of his death and finds herself in a foreign world that is still in transit from one way of governance to another and still working out the problems and issues.Then there's Hrathen, high priest of Fjordell trying to spread the religion of Fjordell by conversion or the sword.It's compex, entralling and very readable. It does have flaws but they're forgivable in the overall enjoyment.

[stefferoo · Calificación: 4 de 5 estrellas]

I knew beforehand that Elantris was one of Brandon Sanderson's earlier novels, but didn't find out until recently that it was actually his first. It's left me more impressed, though after reading this I could also see the many ways he has grown as a writer.Even then he was a master worldbuilder and creator of magic systems, and what's featured in Elantris is no less unique and imaginative. In fact, in many ways the details and descriptions of the magic are so well done that they overpower his characters.This must be one of the weaker points in Sanderson's older works, because I felt much the same way about his first Mistborn book. Almost two years after reading The Final Empire, I can still remember all the ins-and-outs of allomancy, but I don't think I can tell you the main characters' names without looking them up. Compared to his magic systems, his characters always seemed a little lacking, though this must have started to change by the time he wrote The Way of Kings because that book was just brilliant.Bringing this review back to Elantris, I have to say I enjoyed the story, but I really do think that and the magic system will be what stands out for most readers. In five years, remembering "Aons", or the means by which the Elantrians perform magic, probably won't be a problem for me. On the other hand, I don't know if I can say the same for the protagonists Raoden, Sarene and Hrathen. Not that they weren't well-written, but I have a feeling they will probably get lost amidst the sea of fantasy heroes and heroines in books I have read and/or books I will read over the years.

[traci_1 · Calificación: 5 de 5 estrellas]

FABULOUS read! Loved every minute of this book. Plot is twisty with numerous surprises that made me gasp out loud. Characters are vivid. And, coincidental time to read it when the Gulf of Mexico (I live in Florida) is covered in slime, just like Elantris...I picked this book up because of Sanderson's involvement with the Wheel of Time series and am so glad I did. Highly recommend!

[nhnick · Calificación: 4 de 5 estrellas]

Really enjoyed the characters in this book and how they developed. Would love a sequel.

[jenson_aka_dl · Calificación: 4 de 5 estrellas]

For the sake of a political treaty and peace between countries Princess Sarene of Teod and Prince Raoden of Arelon are betrothed. But, when Raoden falls to a dreaded disease and is thrown behind the walls of the once great city of Elantris he is declared dead causing Sarene to be thrust from fiancee to widow in one fell swoop. As Raoden learns to accept his new place in the soiled city, Sarene finds herself defending Arelon against a threat of religious dictatorship which could not only destroy her new home, but her birthplace as well. Will Raoden and Sarene be able to overcome the tests that stand against them and save the people they are sworn to defend?The story of Elantris is a complex fantasy involving not only a fallen city, mysticle glowing balls of light and a society of the undead, it is also an intriguing story of politics and religion. I found it interesting to read the story from the three pinnacle points of view of Raoden, Sarene and Hrathen, the high priest who is determined to convert the entire city to his own religion (with a couple more POVs thrown in toward the end). I especially enjoyed the parts with Raoden and found him to be a particularly facinating character. I'm really glad to have heard about this book and certainly agree that it deserves the attention and accolades it has received.

[prestonlewis · Calificación: 5 de 5 estrellas]

Elantris is a well writen novel that captivates the reader until the very end. It takes place in the kingdom of Arelon where there was a once great city named Elantris that housed god like pepole chosen by the Dor. However the blessing turned in to a curse when instead of becoming a virtual god you became a afflicted creature covered black spots. This affliction is called the shaod. This novel begins with Raoden the prince of Arelon waking up and discovering that he has the shaod, and sortly afterward he is throwed in Elantris. Sortly after that it introduces the two other Main characters. Sarene princess of Teod who was on her way to marry Raoden, and Harthen a priest from the Fjorel Empire a theocracy bent on converting the rest of the world. I strongly suggest every one to read this amazing novel.

[forevermasterless · Calificación: 5 de 5 estrellas]

Man, what a debut. Before reading Elantris I was pretty deep into Brandon Sanderson. I had already read the first Mistborn, all of his YA Alcatraz books, and his novella The Emperor's Soul. All of them absolutely blew me away.

When I first started reading Elantris my feelings were...well, a little lukewarm, to be perfectly honest. The first few chapters are pretty. freaking. slow.

I didn't find Raoden's struggle in Elantris particularly interesting until he found out about the Aons, and I hated reading those chapters. Sarene took some warming up to as well. Hrathen was captivating from the moment he appeared.

Another problem I had was that I felt like I didn't have a good picture of Elantris, Kae, and the landscape in my mind's eye until quite a ways into the book. I'm not sure if it's the fault of the author or not, I just know that it was off-putting.

Ultimately though things got better--a LOT better. Despite having very little action or physical confrontation Elantris turned into such a page turner for me. I found myself so invested in Hrathen's schemes, Sarene's political maneuvering, and Raoden's grand plans for his fellow Elantrians. The world of Elantris began to feel...almost comforting in a way. It felt like home. I think the pace and feel of the book benefited a lot from the constant switching between Elantris and Kae--two completely different cities with different stuff going on. It made the book seem more complex than it was, and kept me from ever getting bored or tired of one aspect of it.

Alcatraz and The Emperor's Soul still remain my favorite 'Branderson' books, but Elantris is definitely above Mistborn on my list, and I loved the crap out of Mistborn.

[greytfriend_1 · Calificación: 4 de 5 estrellas]

Very solid fantasy. Complex and captivating characters worth following and a mystery that is engaging. Not a repeat of every other fantasy story. A very good first novel.

[rebeccaann_1 · Calificación: 4 de 5 estrellas]

Elantris used to be the city of the gods. Those who woke up as Elantrians were worshipped. Then, one day, Elantris fell. What once was beautiful began to decay.When the crown prince of Arelon, Raoden, becomes Elantrian, he decides to rebuild the city from within. Meanwhile, his betrothed Sarene battles outside the once great city to keep it safe from Jaddeth fanatics, in particular one bothersome priest: Hrathen.I really liked this story. It was a unique fantasy and even better, it was only one volume (though the ending did hint that there could possibly be a sequel). There was plenty of angst, but it was balanced nicely with plenty of humor. Sanderson did a marvelous job of tying up all the loose ends by the end of the book so there were no details that made you go "But wait! What about that one thing!"The only thing I really didn't like about this book was a lack of character depth. Sarene was a very good character but she had very few faults. The biggest thing was she was too smart in a time where feminism was looked down upon. Raoden had zero faults. He was loved by all. He's funny, witty, and charming. Everything he does contributes only good. It's actually quite annoying. The only characters who were really interesting were Hrathen and Dilaf, both bad guys. Hrathen was the standard bad guy who didn't really want to hurt anyone and Dilaf had been driven crazy by the death of wife. Both interesting backgrounds, but when one's a stereotype and one is just an excuse to be completely evil, it doesn't produce the best story.In short, throughout the entire book, I kept thinking to myself: "This is really, really good but something is just...off." I still think it's worth reading because for some reason, it's fairly easy to overlook the lack of character depth. It is only Sanderson's debut novel and I plan on reading his Mistborn trilogy soon. Hopefully, he will have improved upon this point.

[bragan_8 · Calificación: 4 de 5 estrellas]

The city of Elantris was once inhabited by godlike beings. Godlike beings who were once ordinary people, thanks to a transformation that could strike anyone in the surrounding kingdom, randomly and unexpectedly giving them physical superiority and magical abilities. But ten years ago, something disastrous happened and now, far from being godlike, people taken by the transformation exist in a sort of undead state: unable to die, but also unable to heal even the smallest wounds, never needing to eat, but always wracked with hunger pains, powerless and pitiful. When Raoden, the king's son, is taken by the transformation, he's locked into the decaying city like all the others, but the truth is covered up with a story about his sudden death. Meanwhile, a foreign priest has arrived with the mission to convert the kingdom, or at least its nobles, in the few months remaining before his country's theocratic ruler sends his armies to destroy it instead. And Raoden's fiancée has just arrived to discover that she's now technically married to a dead man, which she finds a little disconcerting, but which isn't going to discourage her from playing an active role in local politics.Objectively, I think this book has some flaws. It's a bit slow, with rather a lot of talky exposition, especially towards the beginning. There are lots of names whose pronunciation can only be guessed at. Raoden himself is perhaps a little too wonderful and competent and perfect. (Within a couple of weeks of diving into the hellhole that is Elantris, he's already accomplishing a zillion things that apparently nobody else there thought to do any time in the last ten years, I guess because none of them are nearly as awesome as he is.) And, arguably, there are a few two many plot twists piled on at the end.But, oddly enough, none of that really bugged me much, and overall I found this story very enjoyable. The premise is interesting; the world-building, while not perfect, has clearly had a lot of thought put into it; the protagonists are likeable enough, even if they can be a little too perfect at times; the main antagonist is gratifyingly nuanced and three-dimensional; and there's lots of entertaining political machinations and scheming and battles of wits. So, ultimately, the positives pleasantly outweighed the negatives.This particular type of chunky, court-intrigue-and-magic fantasy novel isn't something I read very often these days. I'm really pleased by the fact that, when I do dip back into the genre, I seem to be picking the right books to do it with.

[dunc_3 · Calificación: 3 de 5 estrellas]

Interesting premise, well written, but one of those books where the conclusion left me thinking 'That's IT?'

[Sandy · Calificación: 5 de 5 estrellas]

This is the second time I read this book, and I enjoyed it so much. I recommend this story.

[nosborm · Calificación: 5 de 5 estrellas]

Simply amazing. One of Sanderson's first published books and, I think, one of his best. There were several days where all I wanted to do was go home so I could read this book and it took a lot of willpower to put it down every evening. If you love Brandon's other books (I've only read Mistborn), you'll love this. If you haven't read any of his other stuff but like fantasy, you'll love this. Heck, I'm pretty sure if you like books period, you'll love this. The only (extremely minor) complaint I have is that this book was published 10 years ago and there isn't a real sequel! Brandon really hooked me with the characters and worldbuilding and I was settling down for another trilogy in progress when I realized at the very end this was the only proper Elantris book! I hope he does get around one day to expanding Sel and in the meantime, I plan to read The Hope of Elantris and The Emperor's Soul before moving on to other worlds in Sanderson's cosmere.