It’s an interesting balance, understanding that this world stays day on one side and night on the other, and trying to picture how that orbit would look between two stars. The difference between Dayside and Nightside isn’t fully revealed in this volume, but it’s certainly implied with the culture and characters present from both examples. This is the first canon Cosmere example we have of Taldain, and it definitely works in its graphic novel representation. I loved the contrast of cultures present in Taldain, the planet this is set on. Each character is instantly recognizable, which isn’t an easy accomplishment considering that many characters wore the same garb. Scratchy pencil work with dull whites and beiges paint a scene that’s harsh, sandy, and very realized. The artwork is of particular note, as it fits the setting immensely. And this is the result: a beautiful blend of art by Julius Gopez and script by Rik Hoskin. After Dynamite Publishing asked Brandon whether or not he had any unpublished works to adapt in comic form, he offered White Sand. It was eventually rewritten after he finished Elantris, but remained unpublished.

White Sand was the first novel ever written by Brandon Sanderson, one that went unpublished for nearly 20 years. White Sand is no different a blend of magic and culture that’s sure to amaze many, and spark further conversation among Sanderfans.

Many of these worlds he builds, as his fans are well aware, have connective tissue in the most stunning ways possible: a collection of ten planets that for some mysterious and unfolding reason elicit their own unique power sets and magical abilities among their inhabitants. Brandon Sanderson is well known for his ability to craft believable worlds out of the deepest corners of our imagination and to place the reader at the heart of each tale.

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