The Shadow of What Was Lost

Quick answers about The Shadow of What Was Lost

What is The Shadow of What Was Lost about?

First of a fantasy trilogy. Decades after a war that destroyed those with magic, a few young people still show signs of power and must hide it while a quiet, dangerous conspiracy gathers in the background.

Who should read The Shadow of What Was Lost?

Read it if you like long, slow-building epic fantasy with hidden mysteries and a magic system to piece together. Skip it if you want fast action, as the early chapters take their time and set up a great deal.

How long and how fast is The Shadow of What Was Lost?

It is a slow-paced, long read of about 608 pages, first published in 2014.

Does The Shadow of What Was Lost have content warnings?

Content we flag: Violence, Death, War.

Can I borrow The Shadow of What Was Lost for free?

Often, yes. Check Libby (OverDrive) to see whether your library lends The Shadow of What Was Lost; the borrow button above searches it for you.

What should I read after The Shadow of What Was Lost?

Readers who liked it often move on to The Name of the Wind, The Eye of the World, Mistborn: The Final Empire.