"""Elantris"" is Brandon Sanderson's debut fantasy novel, set in a world where a once-glorious city, Elantris, has fallen into ruin. The inhabitants, once powerful and god-like, are now cursed with a terrible fate. The story follows three main characters: a prince, a priestess, and a young woman, as they navigate political intrigue, magic, and a society in turmoil. Sanderson's world-building is rich, with a focus on complex characters and an innovative magic system that drives the plot forward.