Brandon Sanderson has become a household name in fantasy, known for completing Robert Jordan's Wheel of Time saga and creating the beloved Mistborn series. Now, he's teaming up with Janci Patterson for a brand-new adventure that's set to launch a whole new trilogy. Blightfall is the first installment in the Skyward Flight trilogy, and it's hitting shelves on September 1. But before you have to wait any longer, we've got an exclusive sneak peek that'll give you a taste of what's to come.
In Blightfall, we rejoin the heroes of Skyward Flight as they face a new challenge. After decades of war, humanity is finally free from alien oppressors. But for Arturo Mendez, the leader of Skyward Flight, freedom isn't the peaceful reward he expected. His first mission in peacetime seems straightforward: escort a diplomatic team to make contact with other isolated human settlements. But when they arrive at the planet Blightfall, they find a world covered in giant, invasive forests and surrounded by mysterious debris. The mission quickly turns dangerous when they're attacked, and it becomes clear that this human settlement is hiding something.
We've got an exclusive first look at both the print and audio versions of Chapter 1, so you can decide if this is the book for you before you commit. The hardcover is priced at $22.99, and the audiobook, narrated by Eddie Lopez and Suzy Jackson, is $27.50. Trust us, if you're a fan of Sanderson's epic storytelling, you'll be hooked from the first page.
Sanderson's rise to fame has been nothing short of meteoric. He's not just a prolific author; he's also been involved in adaptations of his work. The Mistborn film adaptation is in the works at Apple TV, and Sanderson recently confirmed he's finished the first draft of the script. While we don't have a release date yet, it's exciting to see his worlds coming to life on screen. If you're new to Sanderson, Mistborn is often described as Dune meets The Lord of the Rings—a perfect blend of political intrigue and epic fantasy, with a heist at its core.
But for now, all eyes are on Blightfall. This new trilogy promises to expand the Skyward universe in thrilling ways. The excerpt we're sharing gives you a glimpse into the world and the characters, and it's a great way to see if this is the next book you need to add to your reading list. And if you're a fan of Sanderson's other works, you might want to check out some of our other coverage, like the box office news or upcoming streaming releases.
So, are you ready to dive into the world of Blightfall? The full book arrives on September 1, but you can get a head start with our exclusive excerpt. Whether you're a longtime Sanderson fan or new to his work, this is one adventure you won't want to miss.
