The Way of Kings: Book One of the Stormlight Archive

In "The Way of Kings," the first installment of the Stormlight Archive, Brandon Sanderson transports readers to the tumultuous world of Roshar, a realm battered by relentless storms and haunted by the echoes of ancient wars. Centuries have passed since the fall of the legendary Knights Radiant, but their mystical weapons and armor, capable of transforming ordinary men into invincible warriors, remain—and men are willing to kill for them. Amidst the shattered landscapes of the Shattered Plains, Kaladin, a soldier conscripted against his will, fights in a senseless war that has dragged on for a decade. Here, numerous armies clash against a singular enemy, their unity as fractured as the land they battle upon. Leading one of these armies is Dalinar Kholin, a commander captivated by an ancient text known as "The Way of Kings." As Dalinar is plagued by visions of a bygone era, he begins to question his own sanity. Across the ocean, Shallan, a young and conflicted scholar, delves into the secrets of magic and the Knights Radiant, uncovering truths that could alter the fate of Roshar. With novels translated into 25 languages and millions of copies sold worldwide, Brandon Sanderson's epic tale is a masterwork of fantasy, drawing comparisons to the works of George R.R. Martin and Robert Jordan. "The Way of Kings" is not only richly illustrated but also a breathtaking journey into a world of magic, mystery, and war, earning accolades such as the 2011 David Gemmell Legend Award for Best Fantasy Novel.