10 audiobooks for fans of The Way of Kings
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Words of Radiance
The Stormlight Archive • Book 2
Narrated by Michael Kramer, Kate Reading
★ 4.96 ABR Score (587.5K ratings)★ 4.76 Goodreads (498.0K) ★ 4.9 Audible (89.5K)More about this pick
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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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 you loved in The Way of Kings, with Kramer and Reading's masterful dual narration creating an equally immersive listening experience across its 42-hour runtime. Both works explore themes of duty, redemption, and ordinary people rising to face impossible circumstances, making this a natural continuation for listeners invested in character-driven fantasy.
★ 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 dual narration that brings The Way of Kings to life returns here with seamless chemistry between Kate Reading and Michael Kramer, guiding you through an epic conclusion that shares Sanderson's gift for weaving intricate magic systems with deeply human character arcs. Towers of Midnight delivers that same immersive, multi-perspective storytelling across an equally expansive world, making it a natural continuation for listeners who savored the scale and emotional depth of Stormlight's first installment.
★ 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 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 that define Sanderson's work, with Michael Kramer's narration capturing the same immersive intensity across a more condensed journey. The audiobook explores themes of sacrifice and redemption with the same emotional depth as The Way of Kings, making it an equally rewarding listen for those drawn to character-driven fantasy.
★ 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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Oathbringer
The Stormlight Archive • Book 3
Narrated by Kate Reading, Michael Kramer
★ 4.83 ABR Score (432.0K ratings)★ 4.6 Goodreads (365.0K) ★ 4.84 Audible (67.0K)More about this pick
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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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, while Michael Kramer's narration captures the same immersive quality across a more concise storyline that moves with relentless momentum. Both feature ordinary characters thrust into extraordinary circumstances who must navigate complex moral questions, though this earlier work distills those themes into a tighter, faster-paced narrative perfect for listeners seeking a complete arc in less time.
★ 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 Lost Metal
The Mistborn Saga • Book 7
Narrated by Michael Kramer
Why this book?
The Lost Metal delivers the same intricate magic systems and morally complex characters that define Sanderson's work, with Michael Kramer's narration providing continuity in the audiobook experience. Though significantly shorter, it maintains the epic scope and philosophical depth listeners appreciated in The Way of Kings while offering a more streamlined, fast-paced narrative.
★ 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?
Michael Kramer's narration brings the same immersive depth to this faster-paced Mistborn adventure, which offers a compelling shift from The Way of Kings' epic scope to intimate character-driven mystery while maintaining Sanderson's intricate magic systems and themes of redemption. The 15-hour runtime delivers the same satisfying narrative craftsmanship in a more concentrated listening experience.
★ 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?
Michael Kramer's narration carries over the epic fantasy atmosphere, while Sanderson's signature intricate worldbuilding and magic systems remain compelling despite the notably shorter runtime. Tress of the Emerald Sea offers a more intimate, adventure-focused story that retains the emotional depth and wit listeners appreciated in The Way of Kings without the sprawling scope.
★ 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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Wind and Truth
The Stormlight Archive • Book 5
Narrated by Kate Reading, Michael Kramer
★ 4.45 ABR Score (160.9K ratings)★ 4.37 Goodreads (139.0K) ★ 4.6 Audible (21.9K)More about this pick
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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