Words of Radiance (2014) is the second epic installment in Brandon Sanderson’s Stormlight Archive series, expanding the richly imagined world of Roshar with deeper intrigue, grander battles, and profound character arcs. The novel follows Shallan Davar as she delves into dangerous secrets of the past while Kaladin Stormblessed struggles with leadership and the resurgence of ancient Radiant powers. Meanwhile, Dalinar Kholin unites a fractured kingdom against the looming apocalyptic Voidbringer threat. Sanderson’s masterful worldbuilding, intricate magic system, and morally complex heroes make this a cornerstone of modern fantasy.
Fans of Words of Radiance may also enjoy:
- The Way of Kings (Brandon Sanderson) – The first book in The Stormlight Archive.
- The Name of the Wind (Patrick Rothfuss) – Lyrical prose and deep character-driven fantasy.
- The Wheel of Time series (Robert Jordan) – Expansive worldbuilding and epic-scale storytelling.
- Mistborn: The Final Empire (Brandon Sanderson) – Another Sanderson masterpiece with a unique magic system.
- The Lies of Locke Lamora (Scott Lynch) – Gritty, clever heists in a vivid fantasy setting.
