This report covers , a standalone fantasy novel by Brandon Sanderson. Released in 2023 as the first of his "Secret Projects," the story is a whimsical, "reverse Princess Bride " adventure set in his shared Cosmere universe. Core Premise
The story follows , a simple girl living on "The Rock," an island in an ocean of green spores. Her life is defined by collecting cups and her friendship with Charlie , the duke’s son who pretends to be a groundskeeper. When Charlie is kidnapped by the Sorceress of the Midnight Sea , Tress leaves her sheltered life to rescue him. Key Characters Tress of the Emerald Sea - The Coppermind - 17th Shard Tress of the Emerald Sea by Brandon Sanderson PDF