Lots of people are stoked about this; the speculative fiction writing community is abuzz with it.
I haven't read any of Sanderson's work, but he was a guest on one of the writer's forums I frequent, and he was a very nice guy.
Honestly, I may take another look at this series again; I'd kind of given it up as a lost cause about six years ago.
Posted by mr_porteiro_head (Member # 4644) on :
I've heard great things about his vs. librarians or whatever book.
Posted by Jon Boy (Member # 4284) on :
quote:Originally posted by mr_porteiro_head: I was hoping for Brian Herbert.
Or maybe Kevin J. Anderson?
Posted by Omega M. (Member # 7924) on :
Do you think it will sound like the other Wheel of Time novels? Then again, I think it's neat when one novel in a series takes a noticeably different tone for a special reason, such as (in this case) being the climactic finale.
A non-F/SF example that shocked me was the chapter in Moby-Dick that was written like a play.
Posted by Christine (Member # 8594) on :
My husband told me about this yesterday. He was excited, but I'm indifferent. I knew *someone* would finish the series but I just don't think it will be the same. Still, having read 9 of the novels I'll probably finish it when the last book comes out just because I've already spent so much time on it. I get the impression that Jordan had the ending planned and related it to his wife so at least the events should be true...but it still won't be quite right. People's interpretations of books vary so widely and I'm sure this guy will do his best, but it will still be based on an interpretation of Jordan's work.
I'll probably check out what he's written so far, anyway.
Posted by 777 (Member # 9506) on :
Brandon Sanderson has written some of the best fantasy I've ever read. Both Elantris and Mistborn were absolutely superb. If you haven't looked them up yet, then you should.
Right now.
They really are that good. And the fact that he just barely started his career is pretty telling, if you ask me. I mean, Elantris was his debut, of all things!
Posted by TomDavidson (Member # 124) on :
I was incredibly underwhelmed by Elantris, especially after all the kudos it received from other Hatrackers. It just didn't whelm me at all.
Posted by 777 (Member # 9506) on :
Have you even checked out Mistborn, yet? Or were you afraid of being disappointed again? Which is understandable, certainly, but still...
You honestly can't judge a writer's latent potential by their debut work; writing is a skill that you have to develop over time. That said, I've read several reviews of Mistborn by those who were underwhelmed by Elantris, and most feel that the book is far superior to his debut in almost every way.
And having read it myself, I can tell you that they're right. Sure, he still has trouble with characterization--but pretty much every new author starts out lower than they could be, and improvement is a decent reason for writing. Heck, it's simply a part of writing, period.
I have high hopes for A Memory of Light, now. I doubt Sanderson will spend chapters studying women's clothing and personal affects.
Posted by Enigmatic (Member # 7785) on :
Wheel of Morality turn, turn, turn! Tell us the lesson that we should learn! And the moral of today's story is...
Posted by Lyrhawn (Member # 7039) on :
Aw, I miss Animaniacs.
Posted by Kwea (Member # 2199) on :
Mistborn was actually better than Elantris IMO. It was more original, and I liked the magic system better.
Posted by TomDavidson (Member # 124) on :
All right, all right. I'll give Mistborn a chance. But only if you promise to read The Lies of Locke Lamora. Posted by Jon Boy (Member # 4284) on :
quote:Originally posted by Lyrhawn: Aw, I miss Animaniacs.
It's not as good as you remember. I borrowed the DVDs from a friend and watched a few episodes, and it's surprisingly annoying and unfunny, though it does have their moments. My toddler likes it, though.
Posted by 777 (Member # 9506) on :
Looks like an interesting read, Tom. I'll track it down when I have the time--I promise.
Posted by airmanfour (Member # 6111) on :
Excellent choice. I'm excited.
Posted by Lupus (Member # 6516) on :
I'll have to check him out.
I like the fact that he is a Perrin Fan...since I am too.
I have read Jordan's series many times...some of the early books have fallen apart because I have read them so often. I really wish that he had been able to finish the series, but I am glad he was able to outline the end at least. I do look forward to reading the end.
Posted by MightyCow (Member # 9253) on :
I just finished Mistborn, and I enjoyed it so much I'm going to buy the second book in hardback, which I almost never do.
Posted by King of Men (Member # 6684) on :
The Wheel of Time turns, and writers come and go, leaving behind classics that fade into memory. :nods:
Posted by BlackBlade (Member # 8376) on :
quote:Originally posted by Jon Boy:
quote:Originally posted by Lyrhawn: Aw, I miss Animaniacs.
It's not as good as you remember. I borrowed the DVDs from a friend and watched a few episodes, and it's surprisingly annoying and unfunny, though it does have their moments. My toddler likes it, though.
This man's observations concerning the unfunny and annoying qualities of animaniacs are true!
Though it is positively majestic when compared to the garbage that passes for children's entertainment today.
Posted by Jon Boy (Member # 4284) on :
Ugh. That's the truth. I've never been able to make it through an entire episode of Spongebob Squarepants, for example.
Posted by Raia (Member # 4700) on :
Me neither, Jon Boy. I agree 100%.
I thought this was a very clever title for a Robert Jordan tribute thread, but I guess it's about something slightly different. Posted by Enigmatic (Member # 7785) on :
Actually, I've watched the first set of DVDs within the last year and find my opinion of them much the same as when they were originally aired: The funny characters (Warners, Pinky & the Brain, Slappy) are still funny, and the annoyingly unfunny characters (Mindy & Buttons, Chicken Boo, the Hip Hippos... did I mention Mindy & Buttons) are still annoyingly unfunny.
Now, if your memory has been kind enough to block out that second category of consistently sucky characters and only retain the good parts then rewatching them is something of a disappointment.
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