Audiobooks Like The Gathering Storm

10 audiobooks for fans of The Gathering Storm

1. 1

   

   Words of Radiance

   The Stormlight Archive • Book 2

   by Brandon Sanderson

   Narrated by Michael Kramer, Kate Reading

   Words of Radiance delivers the same epic scope and intricate magic systems that define Sanderson's work, with Kramer and Reading's dual narration creating an equally immersive listening experience across nearly 50 hours. The novel explores themes of honor, leadership, and personal struggle with the same emotional depth found in The Gathering Storm, while offering a fresh world and cast of characters to invest in.

   Why this book?

   Words of Radiance delivers the same epic scope and intricate magic systems that define Sanderson's work, with Kramer and Reading's dual narration creating an equally immersive listening experience across nearly 50 hours. The novel explores themes of honor, leadership, and personal struggle with the same emotional depth found in The Gathering Storm, while offering a fresh world and cast of characters to invest in.

   ★ 4.96 ABR Score (587.5K ratings)

   ★ 4.76 Goodreads (498.0K) ★ 4.9 Audible (89.5K)

   48h 15m listening time • Released 2014

   Kaladin leads the royal guard while Shallan seeks ancient secrets and Dalinar unites the war camps. Michael Kramer and Kate Reading handle Sanderson's massive cast and intricate magic systems flawlessly.

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   Kaladin leads the royal guard while Shallan seeks ancient secrets and Dalinar unites the war camps. Michael Kramer and Kate Reading handle Sanderson's massive cast and intricate magic systems flawlessly.

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2. 2

   

   The Way of Kings

   The Cosmere • Book 1

   by Brandon Sanderson

   Narrated by Kate Reading, Michael Kramer

   Brandon Sanderson's epic world-building and intricate magic systems that captivate in The Gathering Storm reach even greater heights in The Way of Kings, while Kate Reading and Michael Kramer's masterful dual narration creates the same immersive listening experience across both sweeping fantasy epics. Both novels explore themes of redemption, duty, and characters rising to meet impossible challenges, making The Way of Kings a natural continuation for listeners invested in Sanderson's richly layered storytelling.

   Why this book?

   Brandon Sanderson's epic world-building and intricate magic systems that captivate in The Gathering Storm reach even greater heights in The Way of Kings, while Kate Reading and Michael Kramer's masterful dual narration creates the same immersive listening experience across both sweeping fantasy epics. Both novels explore themes of redemption, duty, and characters rising to meet impossible challenges, making The Way of Kings a natural continuation for listeners invested in Sanderson's richly layered storytelling.

   ★ 4.89 ABR Score (796.4K ratings)

   ★ 4.66 Goodreads (683.1K) ★ 4.84 Audible (113.2K)

   45h 30m listening time • Released 2010

   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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   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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3. 3

   

   The Hero of Ages

   The Mistborn Saga • Book 3

   by Brandon Sanderson

   Narrated by Michael Kramer

   The Hero of Ages delivers the same epic scope and intricate magic systems that define Sanderson's storytelling, while Michael Kramer's narration provides the familiar vocal landscape that made The Gathering Storm immersive. Both works explore themes of sacrifice and destiny through richly layered narratives, though this standalone trilogy conclusion offers a more contained emotional journey that rewards careful listening.

   Why this book?

   The Hero of Ages delivers the same epic scope and intricate magic systems that define Sanderson's storytelling, while Michael Kramer's narration provides the familiar vocal landscape that made The Gathering Storm immersive. Both works explore themes of sacrifice and destiny through richly layered narratives, though this standalone trilogy conclusion offers a more contained emotional journey that rewards careful listening.

   ★ 4.83 ABR Score (680.8K ratings)

   ★ 4.56 Goodreads (606.0K) ★ 4.85 Audible (74.8K)

   27h 25m listening time • Released 2008

   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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   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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4. 4

   

   Oathbringer

   The Stormlight Archive • Book 3

   by Brandon Sanderson

   Narrated by Kate Reading, Michael Kramer

   The epic scope and intricate worldbuilding that define Sanderson's later work shine even brighter in Oathbringer, while the dual narration of Kramer and Reading creates an equally immersive listening experience across its sprawling narrative. Both works share a focus on characters forging meaning through impossible choices and personal oaths, themes that deepen considerably in this installment's exploration of redemption and leadership.

   Why this book?

   The epic scope and intricate worldbuilding that define Sanderson's later work shine even brighter in Oathbringer, while the dual narration of Kramer and Reading creates an equally immersive listening experience across its sprawling narrative. Both works share a focus on characters forging meaning through impossible choices and personal oaths, themes that deepen considerably in this installment's exploration of redemption and leadership.

   ★ 4.83 ABR Score (432.0K ratings)

   ★ 4.6 Goodreads (365.0K) ★ 4.84 Audible (67.0K)

   55h 5m listening time • Released 2017

   Dalinar's flashbacks to his violent past and the Knights Radiant's return unfold across 55+ hours that Kate Reading and Michael Kramer navigate expertly.

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   Dalinar's flashbacks to his violent past and the Knights Radiant's return unfold across 55+ hours that Kate Reading and Michael Kramer navigate expertly.

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5. 5

   

   The Final Empire

   The Mistborn Saga • Book 1

   by Brandon Sanderson

   Narrated by Michael Kramer

   The Final Empire showcases Sanderson's distinctive worldbuilding and magic systems in a more tightly paced narrative, offering listeners the same immersive experience Michael Kramer delivers while exploring themes of revolution and redemption with fresh characters and a self-contained arc. Its leaner runtime makes for an equally satisfying epic fantasy listen without the sprawling complexity of The Gathering Storm.

   Why this book?

   The Final Empire showcases Sanderson's distinctive worldbuilding and magic systems in a more tightly paced narrative, offering listeners the same immersive experience Michael Kramer delivers while exploring themes of revolution and redemption with fresh characters and a self-contained arc. Its leaner runtime makes for an equally satisfying epic fantasy listen without the sprawling complexity of The Gathering Storm.

   ★ 4.78 ABR Score (1.1M ratings)

   ★ 4.49 Goodreads (999.3K) ★ 4.79 Audible (97.4K)

   24h 39m listening time • Released 2008

   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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   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 Lost Metal

   The Mistborn Saga • Book 7

   by Brandon Sanderson

   Narrated by Michael Kramer

   Michael Kramer's continued narration maintains the immersive listening experience, while Sanderson's mastery of intricate magic systems and character-driven storytelling remains consistent across both works. The Lost Metal delivers the same epic scope and emotional depth in a more compact format, making it an ideal follow-up for those invested in Sanderson's richly layered fantasy worlds.

   Why this book?

   Michael Kramer's continued narration maintains the immersive listening experience, while Sanderson's mastery of intricate magic systems and character-driven storytelling remains consistent across both works. The Lost Metal delivers the same epic scope and emotional depth in a more compact format, making it an ideal follow-up for those invested in Sanderson's richly layered fantasy worlds.

   ★ 4.70 ABR Score (136.9K ratings)

   ★ 4.48 Goodreads (122.5K) ★ 4.86 Audible (14.4K)

   18h 46m listening time • Released 2022

   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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   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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7. 7

   

   The Bands of Mourning

   Mistborn, Era 2: Wax & Wayne • Book 3

   by Brandon Sanderson

   Narrated by Michael Kramer

   The Bands of Mourning delivers the same masterful blend of intricate worldbuilding and character depth that made The Gathering Storm compelling, while Michael Kramer's consistent narration provides a seamless listening experience that carries you through Sanderson's signature blend of mystery, magic systems, and emotional resonance. Though more concise at 15 hours, it maintains the epic scope and philosophical themes that define Sanderson's work.

   Why this book?

   The Bands of Mourning delivers the same masterful blend of intricate worldbuilding and character depth that made The Gathering Storm compelling, while Michael Kramer's consistent narration provides a seamless listening experience that carries you through Sanderson's signature blend of mystery, magic systems, and emotional resonance. Though more concise at 15 hours, it maintains the epic scope and philosophical themes that define Sanderson's work.

   ★ 4.66 ABR Score (220.8K ratings)

   ★ 4.4 Goodreads (193.3K) ★ 4.81 Audible (27.4K)

   14h 41m listening time • Released 2016

   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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   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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8. 8

   

   Tress of the Emerald Sea

   Hoid's Travails • Book 1

   by Brandon Sanderson, Howard Lyon

   Narrated by Michael Kramer

   Sanderson's signature magic systems and intricate world-building shine through in this more intimate, fast-paced adventure that maintains the epic scope you loved in The Gathering Storm while offering a refreshing standalone story. Michael Kramer's narration carries you through the same immersive fantasy experience in a fraction of the time, making it perfect for experiencing Sanderson's storytelling when you want something more concise.

   Why this book?

   Sanderson's signature magic systems and intricate world-building shine through in this more intimate, fast-paced adventure that maintains the epic scope you loved in The Gathering Storm while offering a refreshing standalone story. Michael Kramer's narration carries you through the same immersive fantasy experience in a fraction of the time, making it perfect for experiencing Sanderson's storytelling when you want something more concise.

   ★ 4.50 ABR Score (302.4K ratings)

   ★ 4.32 Goodreads (297.2K) ★ 4.74 Audible (5.1K)

   12h 27m listening time • Released 2024

   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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   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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9. 9

   

   Wind and Truth

   The Stormlight Archive • Book 5

   by Brandon Sanderson

   Narrated by Kate Reading, Michael Kramer

   The seamless vocal chemistry between Kate Reading and Michael Kramer returns to deliver another epic tale of magic systems and personal struggle, maintaining the same immersive listening experience that made The Gathering Storm compelling. Sanderson deepens his exploration of duty, leadership, and redemption across a richly layered world that rewards the investment of the longer runtime.

   Why this book?

   The seamless vocal chemistry between Kate Reading and Michael Kramer returns to deliver another epic tale of magic systems and personal struggle, maintaining the same immersive listening experience that made The Gathering Storm compelling. Sanderson deepens his exploration of duty, leadership, and redemption across a richly layered world that rewards the investment of the longer runtime.

   ★ 4.45 ABR Score (160.9K ratings)

   ★ 4.37 Goodreads (139.0K) ★ 4.6 Audible (21.9K)

   62h 48m listening time • Released 2024

   Sanderson concludes the first Stormlight arc with Dalinar's contest against a god while Roshar faces annihilation. Reading and Kramer handle the massive cast with their usual expertise across 60+ hours of epic fantasy.

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   Sanderson concludes the first Stormlight arc with Dalinar's contest against a god while Roshar faces annihilation. Reading and Kramer handle the massive cast with their usual expertise across 60+ hours of epic fantasy.

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10. 10

    

    Shadows of Self

    Mistborn, Era 2: Wax & Wayne • Book 2

    by Brandon Sanderson

    Narrated by Michael Kramer

    ★ 4.56 ABR Score (243.6K ratings)

    ★ 4.26 Goodreads (211.7K) ★ 4.75 Audible (31.9K)

    12h 37m listening time • Released 2015

    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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    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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