This book was incredible. I've enjoyed Sanderson's books in the past, but this book was amazing. I'm hesitant to read longer books because I am a slow reader and a long book is especially hard to get through when I think of all the wonderful shorter books I could be reading. This book has convinced me to take the chance on Sanderson and order way of kings. I don't have faith in most authors to hold my interest for that long, but I think Sanderson has earned my faith.