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Shadows of Self: A Mistborn Novel

Brandon Sanderson

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Fans of Robert Jordan and George RR Martin alike have found a new champion of epic fantasy in Brandon Sanderson. And now, in the first of two sequels to The Alloy Of Law the Sunday Times and New York Times bestselling author returns to the world of Mistborn anda hunt for a mysterious assassin.

The criminal elite of Elendel were invited to an auction - which became a massacre, when an unknown assailant slaughtered everyone in attendance. Now Wax and Wayne, both able to use magic, both lawmen from the rough and ungoverned frontier territories, are on the case. All the clues suggest the killer is a rogue kandra - a secretive, almost mythical, figure who acts from the shadows - called Bleeder . . . and that the governor is her next target. Bleeder, and the conspiracy behind the killings, has to be stopped . . . before the city is plunged into chaos.

A brilliant adventure and a gripping story, SHADOWS OF SELF offers fans of The Alloy of Law everything they've been hoping for and, this being a Brandon Sanderson book, more, much more.

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Praise for Shadows of Self

  • An exciting new start to the second Mistborn era, Shadows of Self is a fantasy delight full of delicious adventure, friends of old, and a mystery to lose yourself in - Heather's ReviewsThis book will reward your attention - with fire, blood, excitement, and adventure. Pick it up, and start reading! - SF&F ReviewsBrandon Sanderson continuously surprises his readers with new styles, new voices, and new mysteries. Shadows of Self is a thoroughly satisfying read. - Tor.com

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Brandon Sanderson

Brandon Sanderson

Brandon Sanderson grew up in Lincoln, Nebraska. He lives in Utah with his wife and children and teaches creative writing at Brigham Young University. His bestsellers have sold 50 million copies worldwide and include the Mistborn saga; the Stormlight Archive novels; and other novels, including Tress of the Emerald Sea, The Rithmatist, Steelheart, and Skyward. He won a Hugo Award for 'The Emperor's Soul', a novella set in the world of his acclaimed first novel, Elantris. Additionally, he completed Robert Jordan's The Wheel of TimeA . Visit his website for behind-the-scenes information on all his books.

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