This week's pre-publication "can't-wait-to-read" selection is:
The Emperor's Soul by Brandon SandersonA heretic thief is the empire’s only hope in this fascinating tale that inhabits the same world as the popular novel, Elantis. Shai is a Forger, a foreigner who can flawlessly copy and re-create any item by rewriting its history with skillful magic. Condemned to death after trying to steal the emperor’s scepter, she is given one opportunity to save herself. Though her skill as a Forger is considered an abomination by her captors, Shai will attempt to create a new soul for the emperor, who is almost dead.
Probing deeply into his life, she discovers Emperor Ashravan’s truest nature—and the opportunity to exploit it. Her only possible ally is one who is truly loyal to the emperor, but councilor Gaotona must overcome his prejudices to understand that Shai’s forgery is as much artistry as it is deception. Brimming with magic and political intrigue, this deftly woven fantasy delves into the essence of a living spirit. (Nov 1, 2012)
Okay, so it's not the final Wheel of Time novel or the sequel to The Way of Kings, but it is a new tale set within the world of Elantris, which I think few people expected to see revisited. Definitely looking forward to this, even if it does make me wonder where the man finds the time to sleep or eat!
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