From well-balanced books likeViciousandLegendbornto faster-paced reads likeFourth Wing,these novels stand out in that regard.
It’s a talent that allows Sanderson to stand out in the fantasy genre.
Brandon Sanderson’s Mistborn books are some of the most beloved 21st-century fantasy novels.
Here’s how they compare to each other in quality.
With all the characters' scheming and banter,The Lies of LockeLamoranever feels slow or dull.
Lynch strikes an ideal balance, which explains why the 2006 book is such a success.
And despite its twisty narrative,The Lies of Locke Lamoranever feels too quickly paced either.
The characters and world are sufficiently fleshed out without the novel dwelling too heavily on description.
Lynch strikes an ideal balance, which explains why the 2006 book is such a success.
8A Storm Of Swords (2000)
By George R.R.
Game of Thrones seasons 1-4 remained pretty faithful to George R.R.
Martins books, but Ill never get over one great scene that the show made worse.
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This could feel like too much, but Martin’s slower moments and expert storytelling ensure it doesn’t.
Even with so much happening,A Storm of Swordsleaves you wanting more.
It’s lengthier than the first three installments, yet the sequel is just as structurally sound.
And Laia is thrust into the rebellion efforts quickly at the beginning of the book.
The writing style and action contribute toAn Ember in the Ashes’solid pacing, as do the tensions between characters.
The writing style and action contribute toAn Ember in the Ashes’solid pacing, as do the tensions between characters.
Its slower setup at the beginning pays off thoroughly towards the middle and end of the book.
The latter can be attributed toFourth Wing’s pacing, which ensures a fast and entertaining experience throughout.
2Vicious (2013)
By V.E.
(Fortunately, there’s a sequel.)
However, it ensures it doesn’t take away from the more-pressing heist plot.
Thefantasybook still takes the time to build out its cast and flesh out its world.
However,The Last Magicianmanages to do so while progressing at a satisfying speed.
