First published 2023
Ash has fallen for a millennium while the Skaa toil under the Lord Ruler's iron grip. This immortal despot commands absolute authority over a world where flowers never bloom and hope seems extinct. Kelsier breaks from this pattern. The scarred half-Skaa discovers he possesses Mistborn abilities, granting him powers beyond ordinary allomancy. As a master thief, he assembles a crew of skilled allomancers who each wield fragments of his capabilities. Together they craft an audacious scheme that goes far beyond simple robbery. Kelsier dreams of toppling the divine tyrant himself. His plans shift when he encounters Vin, a young half-Skaa girl hardened by brutal experiences on the streets. She expects treachery from everyone around her, having learned that survival depends on trusting no one. Yet Vin harbors untapped abilities that could prove crucial to their impossible mission. Kelsier must teach her to harness powers she never imagined while helping her overcome a lifetime of suspicion. The success of their rebellion hinges on whether this broken girl can learn to believe in others.
Genres: fiction, adventure, fantasy, action
Vibes: dark, emotional, fast-paced, thought-provoking
Tropes: chosen-one, found-family, underdog
Setting: Skaa, The Lord Ruler
Period: Millennium
534 pages · Paperback · Tor Books