Mistborn Reading Order

All 7 books in the Mistborn series by Brandon Sanderson, in the correct order.

In a world of ash and mist ruled by an immortal tyrant, a street thief discovers she has rare magical abilities.

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#1 The Final Empire (2006)
#2 The Well of Ascension (2007)
#3 The Hero of Ages (2008)
#4 The Alloy of Law (2011)
#5 Shadows of Self (2015)
#6 The Bands of Mourning (2016)
#7 The Lost Metal (2022)

Which order should you read?

Read in publication order. Books 1-3 form the original trilogy. Books 4-7 (Wax and Wayne era) are set 300 years later in the same world.

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What is the correct reading order for the Mistborn series?

Read the Mistborn series by Brandon Sanderson in publication order, starting with The Final Empire (2006) and ending with The Lost Metal (2022). Read in publication order. Books 1-3 form the original trilogy. Books 4-7 (Wax and Wayne era) are set 300 years later in the same world.

How many books are in the Mistborn series?

There are 7 books in the Mistborn series. The series is currently ongoing.

Mistborn Reading Order

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