Several reunions between characters and sideplot resolutions that would have been both pleasing to fans and opportunities for emotional moments either happen offstage or do not happen at all. Additionally, some elements - characters, artifacts, prophesies - that have long seem billed to play a major role in the final confrontation simply don't pan out, while other previously minor elements take on decisive parts. Yet these scenes seem few and far between considering the sheer number of characters and plot lines available to commingle. A few standout scenes provide much needed depth to the clashes - one early exchange between Rand and his father is a particularly moving moment and many of the sequences featuring Egwene are highlights that only build on her awesome character progression. Unfortunately, the relentless pace of action and heavy focus on military movements also makes A Memory of Light feel fairly one-dimensional for a book of its length and especially in comparison with earlier parts of the series.

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