Calamity (Reckoners, #3)
Calamity (Reckoners, #3)
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
United States • Near Future
2016
13+ years
700L
Super Short Summary
Calamity by Brandon Sanderson is the final book in the Reckoners series. It follows a group of ordinary individuals who fight against superhumans, known as Epics, to save humanity. The story continues the journey of protagonist David Charleston as he faces new challenges and discovers deeper truths about the Epics and their powers.
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Calamity by Brandon Sanderson garners praise for its fast-paced plot and compelling action sequences. Fans appreciate the satisfying conclusion to the trilogy and the continued character development. However, some readers find fault with predictability and a lack of depth in certain plot aspects. Overall, it is a fulfilling end to a beloved series.
Who Should Read Calamity (Reckoners, #3)?
Fans of fast-paced, dystopian adventures with intricate world-building and superpowered characters will relish Calamity by Brandon Sanderson. Ideal for readers who enjoy Rick Riordan’s Percy Jackson series and Suzanne Collins’ The Hunger Games, the novel combines high stakes with Sanderson’s signature twisty plotting and engaging heroes.
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Calamity is the third and final book in Brandon Sanderson's Reckoners series, which is renowned for flipping the superhero genre by exploring a world where superpowers corrupt those who wield them.
Author Brandon Sanderson is known for his detailed world-building and inventive magic systems, which are evident in Calamity and have earned him a reputation as a highly versatile and imaginative writer within the fantasy and science fiction genres.
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Prior to publishing the Reckoners series, Sanderson gained fame for completing The Wheel of Time series after the original author, Robert Jordan, passed away, which showcased his ability to handle complex storylines and character arcs, evident in his own works like Calamity.
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Novel • Fiction
United States • Near Future
2016
13+ years
700L
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