The Final Empire (Mistborn, #1)
by Brandon Sanderson
The Final Empire by Brandon Sanderson holds a highly rated rating of 4.43 out of 5, based on 208.9K reader ratings. First published in 2006. The book spans 544 pages.
About The Final Empire
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?
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Brandon Sanderson |
| Published | 2006 |
| Pages | 544 |
| Genres | Fantasy, Fiction, Young Adult |
| Average Rating | 4.43 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 208,944 |
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What genre is The Final Empire?
The Final Empire is categorized as Fantasy, Fiction, Young Adult. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is The Final Empire worth reading?
Based on 208.9K reader ratings, The Final Empire has an average score of 4.43 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is The Final Empire?
The Final Empire has 544 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.
Who wrote The Final Empire?
The Final Empire was written by Brandon Sanderson. It was first published in 2006.
What is the ISBN for The Final Empire?
The ISBN-13 for The Final Empire is 9780765311790.0.
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