Shadows of Self by Brandon Sanderson (Paperback)

Shadows of Self continues Brandon Sanderson’s Mistborn saga, set 300 years after the original trilogy. The city of Elendel thrives in a new age of industry and progress, yet beneath its polished surface, chaos brews. When an auction of the city’s criminal elite turns into a brutal massacre, lawmen Waxillium Ladrian and his partner Wayne are called to uncover the truth.

Their investigation reveals a deadly conspiracy that strikes at the heart of Elendel’s power. The clues point to Bleeder — a rogue kandra, a shapeshifting assassin long thought bound by ancient oaths. As Wax and Wayne chase this elusive killer, they uncover shocking connections between the murders, the governor, and the dark secrets of their own pasts.

Blending mystery, fantasy, and political tension, Sanderson delivers a fast-paced and gripping continuation of the Mistborn universe. The novel explores questions of identity, loyalty, and morality in a world where progress and power collide. With its inventive magic system, sharp humour, and emotional depth, Shadows of Self expands the story of Wax and Wayne while deepening the legend of Mistborn itself.