The Way of Kings

From #1 New York Times bestselling author Brandon Sanderson, this epic saga begins in a world of stone and storms, where powerful tempests shape both ecology and civilization. Animals adapt by hiding in shells, while cities emerge only in sheltered areas. Centuries have passed since the fall of the Knights Radiant, whose mystical Shardblades and Shardplate can turn ordinary men into formidable warriors, sparking wars fought over these legendary artifacts. Amidst the chaos of the Shattered Plains, Kaladin, once a medical apprentice, now finds himself enslaved in a senseless war where ten armies clash against a single enemy. He battles to protect his men while grappling with leaders who view them as expendable. Brightlord Dalinar Kholin, commanding one of the armies, is haunted by visions of the past and the Knights Radiant, causing him to question his sanity. Meanwhile, Shallan, a young woman across the ocean, seeks to study under the renowned scholar Jasnah, Dalinar's niece. Though her love for learning is genuine, her ulterior motives involve a daring theft that could unveil secrets about the Knights Radiant and the war's true origins. This tale marks the beginning of a grand narrative, urging the return of the Knights Radiant and their ancient oaths.