Words of Radiance

Words of Radiance, the second enthralling instalment in Brandon Sanderson's epic The Stormlight Archive, weaves a tapestry of intrigue, honour, and high-stakes magic. As a relentless storm of chaos brews on the horizon, Sanderson takes us even deeper into the mesmerising world of Roshar, bringing together characters whose destinies will powerfully interlace.

Kaladin, once expected to perish as a mere military slave, defies all odds by rising to the status of leader of the royal bodyguards—a groundbreaking achievement for someone of his lowly 'darkeyes' status. Faced with the formidable task of protecting King Elhokar and Highprince Dalinar Kholin, Kaladin must navigate not only the everyday dangers of court life but also the looming menace posed by the infamous Assassin in White, Szeth-son-son-Vallano. As Kaladin grapples with control over his newfound abilities tied intricately to his spren companion, Sylphrena, he finds himself at the heart of a struggle that will determine the future of Alethkar.

Meanwhile, Szeth's reappearance as a lethal force brings to light murky political machinations aimed at unsettling the balance of power. Szeth is tasked with eliminating prominent figures across Roshar, including Dalinar Kholin, who is central to sustaining the Alethi war effort and stabilising the kingdom. However, for both Szeth and his enigmatic master, there are much darker motives than mere political gain.

In another corner of this world, the brilliant yet troubled Shallan Davar embarks on a parallel yet perilous journey. Still grappling with her inner demons, Shallan carries the unbearable weight of preventing the awakening of the ancient and mythical Voidbringers. Her quest for answers takes her to the Shattered Plains, a landscape ravaged by conflict and steeped in the whispers of ancient secrets. Yet, reaching this crucial destination may be as daunting as the mysteries that beckon her.

As the Parshendi, a proud and resilient race, face annihilation under incessant Alethi assault, they contemplate a bold and risky alliance with the supernatural forces they once shunned. Under the council of their war leader, Eshonai, they stand on the brink of a decision that could change the very fabric of Roshar forever.

Brandon Sanderson's expertise in world-building and intricate characterisation delivers a narrative that is as emotionally complex as it is action-packed. In Words of Radiance, readers will find themselves swept into a saga that explores themes of power, loyalty, and the eternal quest for redemption. This book is a must-read for anyone who wishes to immerse themselves in a realm where the mythical collides with the deeply personal, setting the stage for epic conflicts to come.

Other Tor books by Brandon Sanderson:

The Cosmere
The Stormlight Archive:
● The Way of Kings
● Words of Radiance
● Edgedancer (novella)
● Oathbringer
● Dawnshard (novella)
● Rhythm of War

The Mistborn Saga
The Original Trilogy:
● Mistborn
● The Well of Ascension
● The Hero of Ages

Wax and Wayne:
● The Alloy of Law
● Shadows of Self
● The Bands of Mourning
● The Lost Metal

Other Cosmere novels:
● Elantris
● Warbreaker
● Tress of the Emerald Sea
● Yumi and the Nightmare Painter
● The Sunlit Man

Collection:
● Arcanum Unbounded: The Cosmere Collection

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
● Bastille vs. the Evil Librarians (with Janci Patterson)

Other novels:
● The Rithmatist
● Legion: The Many Lives of Stephen Leeds
● The Frugal Wizard's Handbook for Surviving Medieval England

Other books by Brandon Sanderson:

The Reckoners:
● Steelheart
● Firefight
● Calamity

Skyward:
● Skyward
● Starsight
● Cytonic
● Skyward Flight (with Janci Patterson)
● Defiant