10 audiobooks for fans of Oathbringer
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The Way of Kings
The Cosmere • Book 1
Narrated by Kate Reading, Michael Kramer
★ 4.89 ABR Score (796.4K ratings)★ 4.66 Goodreads (683.1K) ★ 4.84 Audible (113.2K)More about this pick
On storm-ravaged Roshar, a slave fights in bridge crews while a prince questions his honor during an endless war. The dual narration by Reading and Kramer handles Sanderson's massive world-building seamlessly.
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The Hero of Ages
The Mistborn Saga • Book 3
Narrated by Michael Kramer
Why this book?
The Hero of Ages delivers the same epic scope and intricate magic systems Sanderson fans crave, with Michael Kramer's narration providing a darker, more intimate tone that complements the trilogy's apocalyptic stakes. At 27 hours, it offers a more condensed yet equally immersive listening experience that deepens themes of sacrifice and redemption.
★ 4.83 ABR Score (680.8K ratings)★ 4.56 Goodreads (606.0K) ★ 4.85 Audible (74.8K)More about this pick
Vin faces the apocalyptic Deepness while Elend builds his kingdom, as Sanderson concludes his Mistborn trilogy with the ultimate test of heroism and sacrifice.
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The Final Empire
The Mistborn Saga • Book 1
Narrated by Michael Kramer
Why this book?
The Final Empire delivers the same intricate magic systems and epic world-building that define Sanderson's work, with Michael Kramer's commanding narration anchoring the story's exploration of revolution and redemption. At 25 hours, it offers a more concentrated narrative arc while maintaining the emotional depth and character-driven storytelling that made Oathbringer compelling.
★ 4.78 ABR Score (1.1M ratings)★ 4.49 Goodreads (999.3K) ★ 4.79 Audible (97.4K)More about this pick
Street thief Vin discovers she can ingest metals to gain magical powers, then joins a heist to overthrow an immortal emperor. Sanderson creates a unique magic system where swallowing steel lets you fly and pewter enhances strength.
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The Gathering Storm
The Wheel of Time • Book 12
by Robert Jordan, Brandon Sanderson
Narrated by Michael Kramer, Kate Reading
Why this book?
The Gathering Storm delivers the same epic scope and intricate magic systems that define Sanderson's work, with Michael Kramer and Kate Reading's dual narration creating an equally immersive listening experience across its 42-hour runtime. While this Wheel of Time installment embraces a darker, more urgent tone than Oathbringer, it shares the same commitment to character depth and explores themes of leadership and sacrifice that resonate throughout Sanderson's fantasy canon.
★ 4.77 ABR Score (224.4K ratings)★ 4.44 Goodreads (178.7K) ★ 4.9 Audible (45.7K)More about this pick
Brandon Sanderson takes over Jordan's epic as Rand's madness deepens and Egwene fights to reunite the fractured White Tower before the Last Battle arrives.
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Towers of Midnight
The Wheel of Time • Book 13
by Robert Jordan, Brandon Sanderson
Narrated by Kate Reading, Michael Kramer
Why this book?
The same narrator duo brings their exceptional talent to this penultimate Wheel of Time installment, delivering the same epic scope and emotional depth that defines Sanderson's work. Listeners who appreciated Oathbringer's intricate magic systems and character-driven storytelling will find similarly rich world-building and Brandon Sanderson's masterful completion of Robert Jordan's sprawling narrative.
★ 4.77 ABR Score (211.0K ratings)★ 4.48 Goodreads (176.1K) ★ 4.89 Audible (34.9K)More about this pick
Perrin leads the Whitecloak trials while Mat prepares for the Last Battle in this penultimate Wheel of Time volume. Kate Reading and Michael Kramer have become the definitive voices of Jordan's world, handling dozens of characters with seamless consistency.
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The Lost Metal
The Mistborn Saga • Book 7
Narrated by Michael Kramer
Why this book?
The Lost Metal delivers the same intricate magic system and character-driven storytelling that made Oathbringer compelling, while Michael Kramer's narration captures the wit and emotional depth that defined the audiobook experience. Its shorter runtime offers the perfect entry point to explore another corner of Sanderson's interconnected cosmere without losing the narrative richness listeners expect.
★ 4.70 ABR Score (136.9K ratings)★ 4.48 Goodreads (122.5K) ★ 4.86 Audible (14.4K)More about this pick
Wax faces his final confrontation with the Set as Scadrial hurtles toward an explosive conclusion to Sanderson's second Mistborn era. Michael Kramer has been the voice of this world for years, and his familiarity with every character pays off brilliantly here.
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The Bands of Mourning
Mistborn, Era 2: Wax & Wayne • Book 3
Narrated by Michael Kramer
Why this book?
The Bands of Mourning delivers the same intricate magic systems and character-driven storytelling that define Sanderson's work, with Michael Kramer's narration bringing the same polished, immersive quality to this faster-paced adventure. Its shorter runtime makes it an ideal follow-up for listeners seeking more of Sanderson's signature blend of epic scope and emotional depth without the commitment of another 55-hour epic.
★ 4.66 ABR Score (220.8K ratings)★ 4.4 Goodreads (193.3K) ★ 4.81 Audible (27.4K)More about this pick
Wax and his crew pursue the Lord Ruler's legendary metalminds in a steampunk world where magic meets technology. Kramer's consistent narration grounds readers as Sanderson introduces new magic systems and expands his world's mythology beyond Scadrial's borders.
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Tress of the Emerald Sea
Hoid's Travails • Book 1
by Brandon Sanderson, Howard Lyon
Narrated by Michael Kramer
Why this book?
Tress of the Emerald Sea delivers Sanderson's signature blend of intricate magic systems and character-driven storytelling in a more intimate, fast-paced adventure, perfect for listeners who want to experience his world-building without the epic scope commitment. Michael Kramer's narration captures the same immersive quality that brings Stormlight Archive to life, making this shorter novel an ideal bridge between major series.
★ 4.50 ABR Score (302.4K ratings)★ 4.32 Goodreads (297.2K) ★ 4.74 Audible (5.1K)More about this pick
A simple island girl ventures across deadly spore seas to rescue her kidnapped love, with Sanderson's trademark magic systems governing every ocean. Michael Kramer brings warmth to this fairy-tale adventure that feels like The Princess Bride in a cosmere setting.
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Shadows of Self
Mistborn, Era 2: Wax & Wayne • Book 2
Narrated by Michael Kramer
Why this book?
Shadows of Self delivers the same intricate magic system and philosophical depth that define Sanderson's work, with Michael Kramer's narration maintaining the immersive quality you experienced in Oathbringer. The shorter runtime offers a more concentrated narrative while preserving Sanderson's signature exploration of duty, morality, and complex characters navigating impossible choices.
★ 4.56 ABR Score (243.6K ratings)★ 4.26 Goodreads (211.7K) ★ 4.75 Audible (31.9K)More about this pick
Lawman Waxillium Ladrian faces a shapeshifting kandra assassin targeting government officials in this Wild West-meets-steampunk fantasy. Michael Kramer navigates Sanderson's intricate magic system as political conspiracy threatens the fragile democracy of Elendel.
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The Alloy of Law
Mistborn, Era 2: Wax & Wayne • Book 1
Narrated by Michael Kramer
Why this book?
The Alloy of Law delivers the same intricate magic system and character-driven storytelling that made Oathbringer compelling, with Michael Kramer's narration maintaining the immersive quality you've already grown accustomed to. Its shorter runtime offers a perfect palate cleanser while exploring similar themes of duty, power, and redemption in a more intimate, fast-paced narrative.
★ 4.53 ABR Score (335.9K ratings)★ 4.19 Goodreads (294.2K) ★ 4.72 Audible (41.7K)More about this pick
Wax returns from the frontier to inherit his family's city estate, bringing gunslinger skills to an industrial world with railroads and electricity. Michael Kramer voices this Mistborn sequel that trades epic fantasy for steampunk detective work with familiar magical rules.
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