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'Warbreaker' by Brandon Sanderson is a fantasy novel that introduces a unique magic system called BioChroma or 'Breath'. The story revolves around two sisters from a kingdom with different destinies, one of whom is sent to marry the God King while the other is unexpectedly drawn into political intrigue. The plot is filled with twists and turns, political shenanigans, and well-developed characters, all set in an intricate world where breath and color play a significant role. Sanderson's writing style is described as engaging, fast-paced, and full of humor, with a complex and well-developed fantasy world that keeps readers hooked from the beginning.

Characters:

The characters are multi-faceted and undergo significant development, making them relatable and engaging.

Writing/Prose:

The writing style is accessible, combining humor with depth, allowing for rich world-building and character development.

Plot/Storyline:

The plot is intricate, revolving around two sisters caught in political machinations, with unexpected twists that challenge their perceptions and reveal deeper truths.

Setting:

The setting is a colorful and intricately designed world that enhances the story's themes and character motivations.

Pacing:

Though initially slow, the pacing accelerates, leading to a gripping climax filled with unexpected developments.
True, by many people’s standards, Siri wasn’t “unimportant.” She was, after all, the daughter of a king. Fortunately, her father had four living children, and Siri—at seventeen years of age—was the yo...

Notes:

The novel is set in a colorful city called T'Telir, where inhabitants worship the Returned, heroes who have died and come back as gods.
One main character, Vasher, has been thrown into prison at the start of the book, leading readers to question his past and humor.
The story revolves around two princesses, Siri and Vivenna, from the kingdom of Idris, who are intricately linked to the political tensions with Hallandren.
A treaty mandates that one of the royal daughters must marry the God King of Hallandren, but the king sends his youngest daughter instead.
Vivenna, who was trained for the marriage, secretly follows Siri to save her, adding to the family drama.
The narrative is told from at least four perspectives, giving depth and connection between various protagonists.
Siri discovers the God King is not the feared figure she imagined; instead, he is muted and can only communicate through her.
Lightsong, a god who doesn't believe in his own divinity, provides humorous commentary throughout the story and struggles with self-discovery.
The magic system involves color and Breath, where the amount of Breath one possesses determines their magical abilities.
The story includes a talking sword named Nightblood, which adds humor and a unique element to the narrative.

Has Romance?

There is a medium level of romance in Warbreaker, incorporating relational dynamics and romance as an important aspect of the characters' development.

From The Publisher:

From #1 New York Times bestselling author Brandon Sanderson, Warbreaker is the story of two sisters, who happen to be princesses, the God King one of them has to marry, the lesser god who doesn't like his job, and the immortal who's still trying to undo the mistakes he made hundreds of years ago.

Their world is one in which those who die in glory return as gods to live confined to a pantheon in Hallandren's capital city and where a power known as BioChromatic magic is based on an essence known as breath that can only be collected one unit at a time from individual people.

By using breath and drawing upon the color in everyday objects, all manner of miracles and mischief can be accomplished. It will take considerable quantities of each to resolve all the challenges facing Vivenna and Siri, princesses of Idris; Susebron the God King; Lightsong, reluctant god of bravery, and mysterious Vasher, the Warbreaker.

Ratings (197)

Incredible (53)
Loved It (86)
Liked It (41)
It Was OK (12)
Did Not Like (4)
Hated It (1)

Reader Stats (288):

Read It (206)
Currently Reading (4)
Want To Read (58)
Did Not Finish (1)
Not Interested (19)

9 comment(s)

Incredible
1 month

¿Que decir de un libro de Sanderson? Buenos personajes, sistema de magia complejo pero entendible (aunque para eso hagan falta varios capitulos) y giros de guión lo suficientemente bruscos para dejarte enganchado.

 
Incredible
1 month

I read the annotated version, which is a little unwieldy because of spoilers. It also altered my view of the book, having read a chapter and then reading how it was written. I'm pretty sure my experience would've been different with an un-annotated version. But I guess we'll see how I feel returning to a normal book after this.

 
Loved It
2 months

4.5*

 
It Was OK
3 months

I say this with all due respect: Brandon Sanderson is a huge nerd. And I totally love him for it. Even if I don't always like his prose, I enjoy knowing that he geeked out over every single word in this book. You can just tell by reading it. Brandon Sanderson is a huge fantasy nerd wallowing in sword-and-sorcery mud. Good for him.

I think one of the blurbs on this book calls him an evil genius, and that's also true. In some ways, Sanderson is writing mystery novels wrapped up in fantasy. His worlds are complex, but always internally consistent. All of the clues are laid out for the reader, but I usually only guess one or two parts of a ten part mystery. He also has a great ear for funny dialogue when he isn't hung up on clunky exposition.

 
It Was OK
3 months

Tiene los elementos típicos de Sanderson. Un mundo nuevo con su propio sistema de magia, en este caso basado con aliento vitales.

Para mi gusto demasiado tiempo se usa en explicar el mundo y la magia. Quitando todo esto y dejando la trama, esta bien, pero solo eso "ok, vale, bien".

La trama tiene puntos donde apenas avanza, las escenas con Siri y el rey de los dioses son horrorosamente lentas y típico de Sanderson al final todo se acelera, pero a un ritmo que me parece incluso confuso. Quiza no ayuda que este libro lo "lei" como un audiolibro.

Resumen, es un libro curioso, pero seguramente en unos meses haya olvidado todos los detalles, no me ha quedado nada interesante como resultado.

 
Incredible
5 months

As with every Brandon Sanderson book I've read, "Warbreaker" was absolutely wonderful. Sanderson has a way of crafting characters, heroes and villains alike, that are compelling and well rounded. Each one has a unique voice and personality that keeps the interest of the reader throughout the story.

I started reading this book out of faith in Sanderson's writing. With the sparse description provided here on Goodreads, my only inducement to open this book was the fact that none of Sanderson's books have ever failed me before. The cover, as well, is not exactly one that I would traditionally be drawn in by, but I am glad that I read this book!

I look forward to reading the sequel, whenever it is released, be it months or years.

 
It Was OK
5 months

I love Brandon Sanderson’s writing, and there is a lot to like in this book, but it just doesn’t live up to his incredibly high standard. This book could have been half as long. Even at nearly 600 pages the ending still felt really rushed. The ending was the only thing that felt rushed here though. The book crawls out to a start and doesn’t feel like it goes anywhere until over halfway through.

The magic system is interesting, but still a little bit of a let down after reading the Mistborn series.

Lots of good little twists in the second half, but again it just takes way too long to get there.

 
It Was OK
5 months

It takes a while to get going with a lot of banter about gods and other world-building. Magic is not fully explained or used to full of it's potential. The ending seems too fast and not worth all the building was done before. I still enjoyed the parts of the conversation within characters.

 
Loved It
8 months

Aaa the magic system is so good but omg I want another book

Loved it

 

About the Author:

Brandon Sanderson grew up in Lincoln, Nebraska. He lives in Utah with his wife and children and teaches creative writing at Brigham Young University. He is the author of such bestsellers as the Mistborn® trilogy and its sequels, The Alloy of Law, Shadows of Self, and The Bands of Mourning; the Stormlight Archive novels The Way of Kings and Words of Radiance; and other novels, including The Rithmatist and Steelheart. In 2013, he won a Hugo Award for Best Novella for The Emperor's Soul, set in the world of his acclaimed first novel, Elantris. Additionally, he was chosen to complete Robert Jordan's Wheel of Time® sequence.

 
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