Mistborn. Book 1. Ash and Steel

The Last Empire has existed for a thousand years, ruled by an immortal and invulnerable lord ruler, the only god and ruler of this world. A thousand years ago, he defeated in battle the unknown Abyss, which threatened to destroy... all life, and, having received enormous power, enslaved the world instead of freeing it. Since then, ash has been falling from the sky in the Last Empire, the sun is the color of blood, and at night the world is enveloped in a mysterious fog that takes away people’s souls. Is at least one person capable of crushing the all-powerful emperor? Yes, replies Kelsier - a thief, a legendary man, who at one time attempted to rob the palace of the lord ruler himself, was exiled to the mines for this and managed not only to survive, but also to escape to freedom. And begins to gather strength for a decisive blow...