This is a good opening chapter to what feels like a promising series (with or without considering its ties to the greater Cosmere universe). The ending felt abrupt, very likely because I couldn't shake some general Sanderson/Cosmere/novel expectations. I've been spoiled by reading series opening novels that stand well on their own while also laying a foundation for follow-up stories. In this medium, that seems an unfair expectation.

Looking forward to volume 2!