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Words of Radiance: Book Two of the Stormlight Archive


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Book
1214
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291
Release Date
March 4, 2014
Duration
48 hours 15 minutes
Summary
From #1 New York Times bestselling author Brandon Sanderson, Words of Radiance, Book Two of the Stormlight Archive, continues the immersive fantasy epic that The Way of Kings began.

Expected by his enemies to die the miserable death of a military slave, Kaladin survived to be given command of the royal bodyguards, a controversial first for a low-status 'darkeyes.' Now he must protect the king and Dalinar from every common peril as well as the distinctly uncommon threat of the Assassin, all while secretly struggling to master remarkable new powers that are somehow linked to his honorspren, Syl.

The Assassin, Szeth, is active again, murdering rulers all over the world of Roshar, using his baffling powers to thwart every bodyguard and elude all pursuers. Among his prime targets is Highprince Dalinar, widely considered the power behind the Alethi throne. His leading role in the war would seem reason enough, but the Assassin's master has much deeper motives.

Brilliant but troubled Shallan strives along a parallel path. Despite being broken in ways she refuses to acknowledge, she bears a terrible burden: to somehow prevent the return of the legendary Voidbringers and the civilization-ending Desolation that will follow. The secrets she needs can be found at the Shattered Plains, but just arriving there proves more difficult than she could have imagined.

Meanwhile, at the heart of the Shattered Plains, the Parshendi are making an epochal decision. Hard pressed by years of Alethi attacks, their numbers ever shrinking, they are convinced by their war leader, Eshonai, to risk everything on a desperate gamble with the very supernatural forces they once fled. The possible consequences for Parshendi and humans alike, indeed, for Roshar itself, are as dangerous as they are incalculable.

Other Tor books by Brandon Sanderson

The Cosmere

The Stormlight Archive
The Way of Kings
Words of Radiance
Edgedancer (Novella)
Oathbringer

The Mistborn trilogy
Mistborn: The Final Empire
The Well of Ascension
The Hero of Ages

Mistborn: The Wax and Wayne series
Alloy of Law
Shadows of Self
Bands of Mourning

Collection
Arcanum Unbounded

Other Cosmere novels
Elantris
Warbreaker

The Alcatraz vs. the Evil Librarians series
Alcatraz vs. the Evil Librarians
The Scrivener's Bones
The Knights of Crystallia
The Shattered Lens
The Dark Talent

The Rithmatist series
The Rithmatist

Other books by Brandon Sanderson

The Reckoners
Steelheart
Firefight
Calamity
Reviews
Profile Avatar Catherine Baxter Mar 2016

This is by far my favorite of Brandon Sanderson's book. He is fantastic and cannot wait for the next. Michael Krammer and his wife Kate and fantastic amazing narrators. Please Brandon hurry up!

Profile Avatar Kristen Simler Dec 2015

I was so excited for this second installment and was not disappointed in the least. I did struggle with kaladin's attitude throughout this book but loved everyone else. Sanderson is such s brilliant writer I cannot wait to see where he will take this story and all of the characters. The narrators were great and I am impressed that Kramer could keep all of his voices straight for each character.

Profile Avatar Harley Blair Sr Dec 2020

Just like all other Brandon Sanderson books I've read completely mesmerizing and captivating.

Profile Avatar Austin M. May 2019

I love Michael Kramer

Profile Avatar Anonymous Oct 2024

very good.

Profile Avatar Anonymous May 2018

Amazing book that keeps you on your toes, Brandon Sanderson is a master of his craft!

Profile Avatar Ryan L. May 2025

Incredible follow up to a great book

Profile Avatar Scotty H. Feb 2024

The amount of time I got actual chills from listening to this is mind boggling. Amazing voice actors and another fantastic story.

Profile Avatar Rmartinez Jan 2024

Enjoyed the story and the narrators are pretty good.

Profile Avatar Anna B. Sep 2023

I was going to rate this book 5 stars, but then I read Oathbringer. Someone is going to have to expand the rating system for these books. They're all incredible. Words of Radiance drags a little at some points but the payoff is well worth the exposition. I love the heavy narrative punches WoR packs. The action can be slow building, but you're rewarded with moments that will cause your hair to stand on end.

Profile Avatar Alex N. Jun 2023

I love that they use both a male and female narrative.

Profile Avatar Anonymous Apr 2023

it is good

Profile Avatar Anonymous Mar 2023

Amazing, as good as WoK was this was better. i cant wait to listen to Oathbringer!

Profile Avatar Colin Whitworth Feb 2023

Great continuation, next.

Profile Avatar Noah F. Jan 2023

Such a great book, you can truly tell how much time he put into the book and the character development is just so good.

Profile Avatar Anonymous Jan 2023

love this story

Profile Avatar Chris Kraisser Apr 2022

cannot wait to read the 3rd!!!

Profile Avatar Pierre T. Jan 2022

Some of the story dragged but enjoyed the majority and the ending was epic per usual.

Profile Avatar Anonymous Sep 2021

Delicious attention to detail and fraught with adventure.

Profile Avatar Nicholas C. Aug 2021

I've been a big fan of Brandon Sanderson and his books for quite a while now. he is an amazing writer woth captivating worldbuilding and characterbuilding. Michael Kramer and Kate Reading are phenomenal narrators who help bring these books to life even more. It truly is a rare combination to have such well written books matched with the perfect voice actors.

Profile Avatar Anonymous Jul 2021

it is good

Profile Avatar Anonymous Mar 2021

Just as good as the first book.

Profile Avatar Anonymous Oct 2020

amazing just amazing all brandon sandersons book are just amazing !

Profile Avatar Lauren D. Oct 2020

Brandon Sanderson is a genius. Michael Kramer and Kate Redding are both extremely talented readers. Thank you for making it such an enjoyable experience to consume this story!

Profile Avatar Anonymous Oct 2020

great character development, excellent World building, wonderful concept for powers .

Profile Avatar Robby H. Sep 2020

Another great book!

Profile Avatar Nick Caron Aug 2020

I've gotten 3 of my friends hooked on this series, and Sandersons writing. If you love science fiction/fantasy this is a must read series

Profile Avatar Jacob F. Jun 2020

I originaly thought that the narators where a little boring, but they grew on me and now I couldn't imagine this series without them.

Profile Avatar Anonymous May 2020

I loved the first book and the second is an awesome follow up to the first. I can not wait to see what happens in the next 3 books!

Profile Avatar Tyler A. Jan 2020

Great book, but the narrators are a little too cheesy for my taste. I don't like all of the weird accents they give certain characters. But I guess that's personal preference.

Profile Avatar Randale H. Oct 2019

Best series I’ve read in twenty years. Surpasses Wheel of Time and GOT easily.

Profile Avatar Matthew V. Jul 2019

Great story and narration.

Profile Avatar Keith Campbell May 2019

Among the best of the best.

Profile Avatar Danish Z. Aug 2018

Excellent!!!!!

Profile Avatar Zac S. Aug 2018

this ladys voice is so annoying. this book is amazing, but the narraraters. they are soooo boring. Like woah.

Profile Avatar Ksenia L. Aug 2018

I have never listened to an audiobook before that had me jumping up and down with excitement and anticipation. Def a new favorite! The narration is fantastic.

Profile Avatar Brook O Jan 2018

Amazing book

Profile Avatar kendale w Jan 2018

I love all his books so far. I'm hooked n I need a book fits lol

Profile Avatar jacob h Oct 2017

Engaging, strong character building, massive world. Also haven't found a better set of narrators

Profile Avatar Sigridur T Aug 2017

Excellent like most Brandon Sanderson's work. I can't wait for his next book in this series.

Profile Avatar Kristopher H Jul 2017

One of my all time favorite books, by my favorite author, read by my favorite narrators. I love it.

Profile Avatar Ibrahim A Apr 2017

What an amazing book! I never thought that I would or could be excited about an audio book.

Profile Avatar Brandon N Apr 2017

Narration felt rushed, even through conversations. It's already 15 hours longer than most books, another 5 or 6 would not make a difference. Especially if it's well read. Really liked the book.

Profile Avatar Michelle Curtis Jan 2017

This is my favorite Sanderson series thus far and an excellent sequel to The Way of Kings. My only complaint is with the female narrator, who is so far below par to Michael Kramer's skill at narration that it's almost laughable. I do wish they would replace her instead of insisting upon carrying her along throughout this fantastic series. Kramer is an expert in his craft. She sounds like a third grader by comparison. Still, this is the only way I'm able to enjoy books anymore and this series is absolute gold. Sanderson is a true scholar of the human animal. That combined with his keen imagination and ability to paint a vivid picture for the reader make his works exceptional.

Profile Avatar Arthur Keech Jun 2016

Fantastic book! Narrators both did a good job, with believable but distinct voices for all major and minor characters.

Profile Avatar Daryl Potts May 2016

Excellent follow up to The way of kings. I will wait with great anticipation for Oathbringer. It cannot come soon enough.

Profile Avatar Abel Vargas Jan 2016

Can't wait for the next books of this series!!!!!!

Profile Avatar Sarah Shaneman Sep 2015

A great read Brandon Sanderson seems to get better and better at writing.

Profile Avatar Adolfo Davis Aug 2015

Excellent book and excellent listen! Absolutely cannot wait for the next book to be released!!

Profile Avatar Travis Mix Aug 2015

Excellent book, can't wait for the next! Or the 7 after that either lol!

Profile Avatar Katie Gardner Jun 2015

Absolutely amazing book (as any Brandon Sanderson book is) and I love the narrators in this recording as well.

Profile Avatar Quinn Ottens Feb 2015

I love the book and series so far. Very well written and entertaining. I like to listen while I work and in the car. Seriously can't get enough of these books.

Profile Avatar Shavez Lee Dec 2014

I have fallen in love with this series from book one and my love has only grown since getting book two. Emotions run high in this book and continue to draw me deeper into another great read. Keep up the good work Brandon, can't wait to see what's next.

Profile Avatar traniel pride Aug 2014

This book is amazing. so much is going on, yet the flow is Very smooth. keep it up Brandon. I'm a fan!

Profile Avatar Yovany Delapaz Jul 2014

Words of Radiance has a better pace than Way of Kings. Brandon Sanderson does a masterful job of raising the stakes and creating great dialogue and sub plots. The narration is incredible. It is easy to tell who is who based on the wonderful voice acting!!!

Profile Avatar James Pannell Jun 2014

Great book read by great readers. The guy reader had some bad chapters with his s sounds, but pretty minor.

Words of Radiance: Book Two of the Stormlight Archive

Words of Radiance: Book Two of the Stormlight Archive

Author: Brandon Sanderson
Read by: Kate Reading
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