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The novel begins with a dramatic event: the city of Elantris is cursed, and its inhabitants are transformed into strange, god-like beings. These Elantrians, once human, are now immortal, with bodies twisted and distorted, and are forced to live in a state of isolation. The transformation of Elantris serves as a metaphor for the shattering of identity, as the inhabitants struggle to come to terms with their new, monstrous forms.
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Elantris is significant not only as a standalone novel but also within the broader context of the Brandon Sanderson bibliography. Published early in his career, Elantris showcases Sanderson's developing style and thematic concerns, which would become hallmarks of his later works.