Welcome to The Reading Rift: Cosmere Deep Dives 📖

✨ In this series, Lydia and Bec are diving headfirst into Brandon Sanderson’s Cosmere, starting with Mistborn Era One—breaking down the magic systems, characters, themes, and worldbuilding that make this universe so iconic. Whether this is your first step into the Cosmere or a reread with fresh eyes, these episodes are designed to help you understand what’s happening, why it matters, and how it all connects—without assuming you’re already an expert.

⚠️ Important Notes:

• This is an adult podcast with adult language and topics

• Spoiler warnings apply for the Mistborn books discussed in each episode

• We’ll always clearly state which book(s) we’re covering

✦ What to expect from our Mistborn deep dives:

🔩 Magic System Breakdown

🧠 Character & Theme Analysis

🌍 Worldbuilding & Lore

🌀 Cosmere Context (Spoiler-Aware)

📚 Reader Perspectives

• Veteran Cosmere reader vs first-time reactions

• What hits differently on a reread

📖 Start (or continue) your Mistborn journey

🛒 Buy the book here: https://amzn.to/45weJKN

If you love epic fantasy, intricate magic systems, and stories that reward close reading, you’re in the right place.