Wind and Truth: Book Five of the Stormlight Archive (Stormlight Archive, 5, Band 5)
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Beschreibung
Beiträge
Gewaltig
Eine Meisterleistung. Das Ende der ersten Hälfte von Stormlight Archive enttäuscht nicht, lässt aber vergleichsweise viele Fragen offen. Trotzdem ein grandioser Abschluss.
Wow einfach nur wow
Das Ende einer Etappe, das viele Handlungstränge abschließt jedoch mindestens genauso viele eröffnet.
Brandon Sanderson’s Wind and Truth bursts onto the stage as the grand finale of the first arc of The Stormlight Archive, and while it delivers a feast of epic fantasy, it does not escape unscathed from its own ambitions. With over 1300 pages, this behemoth of a novel combines the best and the worst of Sanderson’s talents—a kaleidoscopic imagination tempered by a tendency toward overindulgence. Sanderson’s world-building remains his most reliable tool, and Roshar—with its unique flora, fauna, and culture—is vividly realized. The ten-day structure of the novel creates a ticking-clock tension that injects momentum into its sprawling narrative. There’s something almost hypnotic about Sanderson’s ability to juggle a seemingly endless cast of characters and subplots, and here he manages to balance the monumental stakes with a surprisingly personal focus. Characters have always been central to the appeal of The Stormlight Archive, and Wind and Truth offers both triumphs and frustrations in this regard. Dalinar continues to shine as the emotional core of the series, his struggle for redemption and leadership bringing gravitas to the story. Kaladin, too, finds moments of quiet heroism in his quest to redefine himself beyond the battlefield. Szeth’s flashbacks are a revelation, peeling back layers of his enigmatic past to deliver some of the book’s most poignant scenes. These arcs resonate because they feel earned, a culmination of thousands of pages of meticulous character work. Yet not all threads are so deftly handled. Shallan’s fractured psyche, a once-intriguing narrative device, begins to feel repetitive and self-indulgent. The exploration of mental health, while commendable for its inclusivity, often lacks the subtlety required to truly move the reader. The same could be said of Sanderson’s prose, which is functional but rarely transcendent. Moments of profound insight are too often undercut by clunky dialogue or ill-timed attempts at humor, robbing pivotal scenes of their emotional weight. Thematically, the novel grapples with questions of truth, belief, and the fallibility of perception. Sanderson is at his best when he uses these ideas to challenge his characters, forcing them to confront their own limitations and biases. The philosophical undercurrents add depth to the story, lifting it beyond mere spectacle. However, some resolutions—particularly the freeing of Ba-Ado-Mishram—feel anticlimactic, as if Sanderson was more interested in moving the plot along than delivering a satisfying payoff. Despite its flaws, Wind and Truth is undeniably ambitious, a testament to Sanderson’s ability to weave a tapestry of interconnected stories and themes. It is a book that aims for the stars, even if it occasionally stumbles along the way. For those who have journeyed this far, the conclusion to the first arc of The Stormlight Archive is both a reward and a promise of more wonders to come. Sanderson may not always hit his marks, but when he does, the results are unforgettable. A flawed yet brilliant masterpiece, Wind and Truth cements Sanderson’s status as a titan of modern fantasy. It is not perfect—few things of such scope and ambition ever are—but it is a work that demands to be read, debated, and ultimately celebrated.
Beschreibung
Beiträge
Gewaltig
Eine Meisterleistung. Das Ende der ersten Hälfte von Stormlight Archive enttäuscht nicht, lässt aber vergleichsweise viele Fragen offen. Trotzdem ein grandioser Abschluss.
Wow einfach nur wow
Das Ende einer Etappe, das viele Handlungstränge abschließt jedoch mindestens genauso viele eröffnet.
Brandon Sanderson’s Wind and Truth bursts onto the stage as the grand finale of the first arc of The Stormlight Archive, and while it delivers a feast of epic fantasy, it does not escape unscathed from its own ambitions. With over 1300 pages, this behemoth of a novel combines the best and the worst of Sanderson’s talents—a kaleidoscopic imagination tempered by a tendency toward overindulgence. Sanderson’s world-building remains his most reliable tool, and Roshar—with its unique flora, fauna, and culture—is vividly realized. The ten-day structure of the novel creates a ticking-clock tension that injects momentum into its sprawling narrative. There’s something almost hypnotic about Sanderson’s ability to juggle a seemingly endless cast of characters and subplots, and here he manages to balance the monumental stakes with a surprisingly personal focus. Characters have always been central to the appeal of The Stormlight Archive, and Wind and Truth offers both triumphs and frustrations in this regard. Dalinar continues to shine as the emotional core of the series, his struggle for redemption and leadership bringing gravitas to the story. Kaladin, too, finds moments of quiet heroism in his quest to redefine himself beyond the battlefield. Szeth’s flashbacks are a revelation, peeling back layers of his enigmatic past to deliver some of the book’s most poignant scenes. These arcs resonate because they feel earned, a culmination of thousands of pages of meticulous character work. Yet not all threads are so deftly handled. Shallan’s fractured psyche, a once-intriguing narrative device, begins to feel repetitive and self-indulgent. The exploration of mental health, while commendable for its inclusivity, often lacks the subtlety required to truly move the reader. The same could be said of Sanderson’s prose, which is functional but rarely transcendent. Moments of profound insight are too often undercut by clunky dialogue or ill-timed attempts at humor, robbing pivotal scenes of their emotional weight. Thematically, the novel grapples with questions of truth, belief, and the fallibility of perception. Sanderson is at his best when he uses these ideas to challenge his characters, forcing them to confront their own limitations and biases. The philosophical undercurrents add depth to the story, lifting it beyond mere spectacle. However, some resolutions—particularly the freeing of Ba-Ado-Mishram—feel anticlimactic, as if Sanderson was more interested in moving the plot along than delivering a satisfying payoff. Despite its flaws, Wind and Truth is undeniably ambitious, a testament to Sanderson’s ability to weave a tapestry of interconnected stories and themes. It is a book that aims for the stars, even if it occasionally stumbles along the way. For those who have journeyed this far, the conclusion to the first arc of The Stormlight Archive is both a reward and a promise of more wonders to come. Sanderson may not always hit his marks, but when he does, the results are unforgettable. A flawed yet brilliant masterpiece, Wind and Truth cements Sanderson’s status as a titan of modern fantasy. It is not perfect—few things of such scope and ambition ever are—but it is a work that demands to be read, debated, and ultimately celebrated.