
Titles in This Set
Shadows of Self
The Alloy of Law
The Bands of Mourning
Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781473208278, 9780575105836, 9781473208230
Publisher: Gollancz
Overview
Step into the thrilling second era of Brandon Sanderson's Mistborn saga with this three-book paperback collection, gathering Shadows of Self, The Alloy of Law, and The Bands of Mourning in one satisfying bundle. Set three hundred years after the original trilogy, these novels follow lawman Waxillium Ladrian and his roguish partner Wayne as Allomantic magic collides with railroads, firearms, and a rapidly modernizing city. Expect heists, mysteries, political intrigue, and Sanderson's trademark inventive magic systems. This set is a terrific value entry point for fans continuing the saga or newcomers ready to explore the city of Elendel.
About the Books
This collection brings together three interconnected Mistborn novels set generations after the original trilogy, in an era where magic meets industry. The Alloy of Law opens the saga's second era, introducing Waxillium Ladrian, a former frontier lawman turned nobleman who can't quite leave justice behind. Paired with his sharp-tongued, shape-shifting sidekick Wayne, Wax investigates crimes that blend gunslinging action with classic Allomantic powers, all set against a city embracing trains, electricity, and skyscrapers. Shadows of Self deepens the political stakes as Wax and Wayne investigate a string of murders tied to unrest among Elendel's noble houses, forcing Wax to choose between personal loyalty and civic duty while the city teeters on the edge of chaos. The Bands of Mourning raises the stakes further, sending the team on an expedition beyond city limits in search of a legendary artifact rumored to grant its bearer godlike Allomantic power, uncovering long-buried secrets about the world's history along the way. Across all three books, Sanderson blends hard-boiled detective plotting with a richly detailed fantasy world, exploring how magic, technology, and social change transform a society built on the ashes of an older age. Fans of clever heists, banter-filled partnerships, and expansive world-building will find plenty to love as the story builds toward bigger revelations about the Cosmere at large. Whether read as a continuation of the original trilogy or a fresh jumping-in point, this trio delivers fast-paced, character-driven fantasy with real emotional weight.
Key Benefits
Book-by-Book Guide
Shadows of Self — Wax and Wayne investigate a string of murders that threatens to ignite unrest among Elendel's noble houses.
The Alloy of Law — A former frontier lawman turned nobleman teams up with his shape-shifting partner to fight crime in a rapidly industrializing city.
The Bands of Mourning — The search for a legendary, power-granting artifact sends Wax and his allies beyond the city into uncharted danger.
About the Author
Brandon Sanderson is an American author widely known for his epic fantasy novels, including the original Mistborn trilogy, the Stormlight Archive series, and standalone works like Elantris and The Rithmatist. He was selected to complete Robert Jordan's Wheel of Time series after Jordan's passing and has won a Hugo Award for Best Novella for his story The Emperor's Soul, set within his broader Cosmere universe. Sanderson grew up in Lincoln, Nebraska, and now lives in Utah, where he continues to write prolifically across multiple ongoing series while teaching creative writing at Brigham Young University and connecting directly with fans online.
Why You'll Love This Collection
Three action-packed Mistborn novels bundled together make an easy, budget-friendly way to continue the saga without hunting down individual titles. Whether it's a birthday gift for a fantasy-loving reader, a stocking stuffer, or your next summer reading pick, this set delivers heists, magic, and unforgettable characters in one satisfying package.
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