“The forgery was a masterpiece, an almost perfect replica of a priceless work of art. The minor inconsistencies were all but impossible for even an expert to detect. However, Shai had been betrayed. Now awaiting execution, Shai would be reprieved if she could do the impossible. As a Forger, Shai is a skillful artist who can apply complex magical glyphs to rewrite the history of the item to change it completely. Although Forgers are despised, the Empire needs Shai to accomplish the unthinkable: to Forge a new soul for the Emperor. Verdict: Sanderson, the best-selling author of the Mistborn Trilogy and The Way of Kings, has set this novella in the same world as Elantris, one of his earlier novels, but it is totally independent. Fantasy fans will love both the compelling story and the creative magical setting.”
—Library Journal
“Sanderson proves to be an exceptionally talented writer in the pages of this book ... The Emperor’s Soul is one of those rare high fantasies that feels fresh and is filled with a sense of wonder.”
—Charles de Lint, Fantasy & Science Fiction
“The Emperor’s Soul ranks among the best work by Brandon Sanderson over his incredibly prolific career.”
—Grimdark Magazine
“A fascinating study of clashing beliefs, another inventive magic system, and highly entertaining action sequence, The Emperor’s Soul is the book I would recommend to anyone who wants to find out for the first time what Sanderson is all about.”
—Fantasy Book Review
“If you’re going to pick up one book by Brandon Sanderson, this should be it.”
—The Illustrated Page
“A wonderful balance with the world, characters, and magic building.”
—Open Book Society
“Fast-paced, clever, and fun.”
—Fantasy Book Critic
“Just absolutely magical and engaging.”
—Hidden in Pages
“An excellent fast read, highly recommended for readers looking for unique story worlds and magic systems.”
—Flight of the Dragon
“It truly is a work of art.”
—Pendemon
