![]() ![]() Despite his constant suffering and chronic pain, Raoden uses his charisma and leadership qualities to help the cursed citizens and improve their painful lives. ![]() The novel begins with Raoden, the Prince of Arelon, becoming afflicted with the Shaod. There they remain immortal, but with unending hunger and pain. However, if any inhabitant is afflicted with the mysterious curse called the Shaod, they are ostracized from society and exiled into Elantris. Elantris was once a magical place populated by divine beings, but a disaster led to the city being sealed off from the rest of the world. The novel plays upon the Atlantis/lost continent trope. It's a great place for readers to start out with his work. Although Elantris is set in the same Cosmere universe, it is a standalone book and the author’s debut novel. Sanderson’s high fantasy Cosmere novels are in a league of their own, complete with detailed worldbuilding, engaging characters, and compelling plots. ![]()
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