One of the best fantasy books I have ever read bar none. If you like fantasy and are even thinking about reading this book quit hesitating and read it. Yes it is a large book but it is well worth the read, the only downside is it is book one of a series and book two is not out yet :(. 
 While a little bit slow in spots and somewhat philosophical at times well worth the effort. Sanderson takes his time developing characters and does not take short cuts in introducing characters to each other. While other authors would have taken a more direct route in having characters meet up Brandon Sanderson's path felt much more satisfying and more plausible given the characters.