Aleación de ley / The Alloy of Law: A Mistborn Novel (WAX & WAYNE EDICIÓN ILUSTRADA) (Spanish Edition)
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- Language
- Spanish
- Published
- 2024
- Publisher
- Nova
- Pages
- 352
- ISBN
- 9788419260215
Three hundred years after the events of the Mistborn trilogy, Scadrial has entered a new industrial age. Railroads, electric lights, and the first skyscrapers now pierce the skyline, but the old magics of Allomancy and Feruchemy remain. In this evolving world, Waxillium Ladrian, a lawman from the frontier known as the Roughs, is forced to abandon his life of chasing criminals. Following a family tragedy, he must return to the metropolis of Elendel to assume his role as the head of a noble house, a life of politics and polite society he never wanted.
Wax believes his days of adventure are behind him, but he soon discovers that the elegant city streets can be far more treacherous than the dusty plains. A shadowy criminal group known as the Vanishers is pulling off daring heists and kidnappings, and the local law enforcement is powerless to stop them. Pulled between his new duties and his innate sense of justice, Wax must decide whether to embrace his life as a nobleman or take up his guns once more. This story combines the intrigue of a detective mystery with the unique magic and action of the Mistborn world, creating a fast-paced, gunslinging fantasy adventure.
Wax believes his days of adventure are behind him, but he soon discovers that the elegant city streets can be far more treacherous than the dusty plains. A shadowy criminal group known as the Vanishers is pulling off daring heists and kidnappings, and the local law enforcement is powerless to stop them. Pulled between his new duties and his innate sense of justice, Wax must decide whether to embrace his life as a nobleman or take up his guns once more. This story combines the intrigue of a detective mystery with the unique magic and action of the Mistborn world, creating a fast-paced, gunslinging fantasy adventure.
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Original edition
The Alloy of LawOriginally published in 2011 English Gollancz
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What other readers say
Liked
Reviewers consistently praise the book for its innovative approach to world-building, specifically for evolving a previously established fantasy world three hundred years into a more modern, industrial, or "qua-western" setting - a rare feat in the genre. The narrative is lauded for its strong foundational elements, including well-developed characters, an engaging plot, sharp dialogue, compelling mystery, and exciting action sequences. Many highlight the dynamic duo of Wax and Wayne, whose banter and contrasting personalities are a source of great entertainment and humor. The magic system, already a strong point of the earlier series, is noted for its creative expansion with the introduction of "Twinborn" abilities, leading to fresh and inventive action scenes. For existing fans, the book provides a delightful array of "Easter eggs" and references to the original series, enriching the reading experience without detracting from the new story. Overall, it is described as a fun, fast-paced, and immensely enjoyable action-mystery.
Disliked
While generally positive, several reviewers caution that the book's scope and tone differ significantly from its predecessors. It is frequently described as a lighter, more straightforward novel, lacking the epic scale and intricate depth characteristic of the author's longer works, often likened to a "delicious snack" rather than a "main course." Some readers noted a distinct absence of the author's signature extensive world-building due to its shorter length, resulting in a somewhat vague western setting. There were occasional comments about the plot feeling simpler or the conclusion being less complex than anticipated. A practical concern raised by some is the strong recommendation to read the original trilogy first; while the book can technically stand alone, many feel that new readers would miss crucial context regarding characters, world history, and deeper thematic elements, thus diminishing the overall appreciation of the story's climax and resolution.
In short
Despite these points, the consensus is that the book is a highly successful and entertaining continuation of the series, effectively bridging the gap between its different eras. It showcases the author's versatility in crafting compelling narratives across varied settings and tones. This book is particularly recommended for existing fans of the author's work and the original series who are eager to witness the world's technological and social evolution, appreciate character-driven stories with a strong blend of humor and action, and are open to a more genre-bending experience incorporating western, steampunk, and urban fantasy elements. New readers might enjoy the fast-paced mystery and unique magic, but would gain significantly more by experiencing the preceding trilogy first for a richer and more complete understanding.
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