Three hundred years after the events of the Mistborn trilogy, Scadrial is now on the verge of modernity, with railroads to supplement the canals, electric lighting in the streets and the homes of the wealthy, and the first steel-framed skyscrapers racing for the clouds.
The Bands of Mourning are the mythical metal minds owned by the Lord Ruler, said to...
Three hundred years after the events of the Mistborn trilogy, Scadrial is now on the verge of modernity, with railroads to supplement the canals, electric lighting in the streets and the homes of the wealthy, and the first steel-framed skyscrapers racing for the clouds.
The Bands of Mourning are the mythical metal minds owned by the Lord Ruler, said to grant anyone who wears them the powers that the Lord Ruler had at his command. Hardly anyone thinks they really exist. A kandra researcher has returned to Elendel with images that seem to depict the Bands, as well as writings in a language that no one can read. Waxillium Ladrian is recruited to travel south to the city of New Seran to investigate. Along the way he discovers hints that point to the true goals of his uncle Edwarn and the shadowy organization known as The Set.
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Why read The Bands of Mourning?
Published in 2016, The Bands of Mourning reflects contemporary themes and storytelling that resonates with today's readers.
It sits at the crossroads of Fantasy, Fiction, and Science Fiction, making it appealing to readers with varied tastes who enjoy stories that defy easy classification.
Available on Bookble for readers looking to explore Brandon Sanderson's work and build a focused reading list.
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Books like The Bands of Mourning
If you enjoy Brandon Sanderson's voice, explore Mistborn: The Final Empire, The Way of Kings, and The Well of Ascension from the same author to continue in a familiar style.
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Three hundred years after the events of the Mistborn trilogy, Scadrial is now on the verge of modernity, with railroads to supplement the canals, electric lighting in the streets and the homes of the wealthy, and the first steel-framed skyscrapers racing for the clouds.
The...
Who wrote The Bands of Mourning?
The Bands of Mourning is by Brandon Sanderson.
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When was The Bands of Mourning published?
The Bands of Mourning was first published in 2016 by Brandon Sanderson.
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