Rhythm of War Part Two (STORMLIGHT ARCHIVE)

As with the previous novels that form ‘The Stormlight Archive’, the fourth is physically split into two actual books. This is, therefore, the second half of ‘Rhythm of War’ and, as they are actually the same continuous novel, this should definitely be read in conjunction with the first part, even though ‘Rhythm of War’ does, perhaps, have a more natural halfway point where the split occurs than its predecessors.Although the second part of ‘Rhythm of War’ is concerned with Shallan and Adolins’ quest in the Shadesmar and with Dalinor’s military campaign, it is predominantly focussed upon those trying to liberate Urithiru from occupation. This means that Navani and Kaladin take centre stage much of the time. Both experience significant personal journeys that develop them very well in preparation for the fifth and final book in this sequence of ‘The Stormlight Archive’.Navani’s relationship with Raboniel is particularly well portrayed. As well as providing Navani with a good opponent she can directly engage with, it also makes the character of Raboniel much more interesting and multi-faceted, elevating her above archetypal evil villain. As they try to outwit and outmanoeuvre each other they develop a begrudging respect that borders on a friendship that can’t really be. Their battle of wits and cunning also parallels nicely with the hugely physical contest between Kaladin and the Pursuer.After suffering something like PTSD in nature, Kaladin was side-lined from military efforts and commanding the Radiants in the first part of ‘‘Rhythm of War’. With the occupation of Urithiru he has a new purpose that allows him to regain his focus. This treatment revitalises the character and makes his personal development as a Radiant a more interesting process.Kaladin’s struggle with his mental condition during events parallels well with Shallan’s efforts at dealing with her multiple personalities. As probably the two most prominent figures throughout ‘The Stormlight Archive’ they both reach a vital stage of realisation by the novel’s close.During the course of ‘Rhythm of War’ many characters, in fact, achieve some form of significant development personally and/or in terms of their Radiant related powers/abilities. A lot comes to fruition at the end of this second half, leaving things set up promisingly for the final book in the current series.

Amazing series of books. Definitely worth the read.

Again, I am looking forward to reading this text, having read all the previous books in the 'Stormlight' series. Thank you 😀👍.

Definitely might be the best series ive ever read. Better than mistborn as its more in depth and slightly more adult

The book was great! I recommend you buying it if you have read the previous books. The best book I have read so far in the stormlight archive!

I have been really enjoying the Stormlight Archive but sadly I think this is the weakest of all the main books. Edgedancer is the weakest of all the books but that's a novella and you can skip that one, I sure wish I had..Anyways the problem with this book and actually Rythm of Way all together is that it meanders along at a slowish pace, lots of people go lots of places and do lots of things but at the same time, nothing of note really happens at all. Everything just feels entirely underwhelming and sadly it's all extremely predictable. I saw every big moment of this book coming miles and miles off and while I don't mind this if in the end it's executed well I think Brando Sando should have taken a bit more time with this one and come up with some better ideas.I also think that there are some strangely squandered moments in this book. Big, massive moments which should have been spectacular just sort of happened. They were so mundane you could have been forgiven for not noticing that you were supposed to be excited. This is strange because Brando Sando is usually so good at building up to the defining moments in the story but it's like he was asleep at the wheel for these ones. There is one characters defining moment in this book which should have been a huge, massive build-up to a bombastic crescendo but for some reason we get pulled back to view this moment as a third party observer rather than being in the feeling and the excitement of the moment. It's such a shame.Ill keep reading the upcoming books as I have to see this out now but I can't help but feel very sad at how this book turned out and all the missed opportunities we could have got if Brandon had just taken some more time to really nail this all down.

i was happy to start reading this looking forward to another romp, through the marvels world, Brandon has created, and i just had finished the Dawnsong, which was great read, to pick this up and have a serious case of double sight. there is nothing new or remarkable in this story and really this is so far below this writers standard, i feel ashamed that he has released this as a viable piece of literature, better try next book...but as a group of stories i have loved the lot... just sad about this one.

Adding yet another layer to the a Stormlight Archive.

Aún no lo he empezado pero seguro que está de lujo