That said, in shorter novels, I find myself repeating thematic, character, or worldbuilding elements that I'd rather use in my epics. I've reached the point where I'm willing to kiss my chances at trad publishing goodbye if it means pursuing the stories that truly capture my heart.

Anyone trying to ban books thus identifies said books as threats to the status quo. Most people do not waste time banning books unless there's a specific message(s) they're trying to suppress. It's our duty to read these books anyway and make sure these messages are spread.

And by failing to understand the world, people cannot effectively transform/improve said world. They struggle to develop critical consciousness. I think Coates makes a really interesting point here.

His arc in Towers of Midnight especially was SO GOOD. He doesn’t always get a chance to really shine, but he might still be my favorite ta’veren

Also, if anyone has read this, what did you think about that epilogue? I'm still trying to wrap my head around everything that's going on!

Another classic NeenAHHHH banger