Firefight

They said it was impossible. They said no one could kill an Epic. But Steelheart is dead, and David Charleston was the one who pulled the trigger. Yet, taking down the tyrant didn't free the world—it left a dangerous power vacuum.

To find answers, David travels to the flooded ruins of New York City, now known as Babylon Rest, ruled by the enigmatic Epic known as Firefight. In a city submerged in water and dangerous secrets, David must face new threats while confronting a deeper truth about the source of the Epics' power—and the darkness inside the woman he cannot bring himself to hate.

It takes everything that made Steelheart great and elevates it with richer world-building, deeper character complexity, and jaw-dropping twists. Sanderson masterfully explores the morally grey areas of power, revenge, and love.

Perfect for readers of the Reckoners series, fans of dystopian action and superhero/villain re-imaginings, and anyone who loves high-stakes sci-fi adventures with strong plot twists.