Audiobooks Like The Well of Ascension

10 audiobooks for fans of The Well of Ascension

1. 1

   

   Words of Radiance

   The Stormlight Archive • Book 2

   by Brandon Sanderson

   Narrated by Michael Kramer, Kate Reading

   Words of Radiance deepens the epic scope and character complexity that Sanderson establishes in The Well of Ascension, with Michael Kramer's narration joined by Kate Reading to bring even richer dimensionality to the sprawling narrative. The audiobook's expanded runtime matches the book's ambitious exploration of honor, leadership, and magical systems that made the first novel compelling.

   Why this book?

   Words of Radiance deepens the epic scope and character complexity that Sanderson establishes in The Well of Ascension, with Michael Kramer's narration joined by Kate Reading to bring even richer dimensionality to the sprawling narrative. The audiobook's expanded runtime matches the book's ambitious exploration of honor, leadership, and magical systems that made the first novel compelling.

   ★ 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

   The Way of Kings delivers the same epic scope and intricate magic systems that define Sanderson's work, while Michael Kramer's narration brings the same immersive quality to an even grander cast of characters and interconnected storylines. Both audiobooks showcase Sanderson's talent for building tension through layered plotting and exploring themes of power, sacrifice, and personal growth across an extensive, deeply rewarding listening experience.

   Why this book?

   The Way of Kings delivers the same epic scope and intricate magic systems that define Sanderson's work, while Michael Kramer's narration brings the same immersive quality to an even grander cast of characters and interconnected storylines. Both audiobooks showcase Sanderson's talent for building tension through layered plotting and exploring themes of power, sacrifice, and personal growth across an extensive, deeply rewarding listening experience.

   ★ 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

   

   Oathbringer

   The Stormlight Archive • Book 3

   by Brandon Sanderson

   Narrated by Kate Reading, Michael Kramer

   Oathbringer deepens the epic scope and intricate magic systems that made The Well of Ascension compelling, while Michael Kramer's return as narrator (joined by Kate Reading) maintains the immersive vocal performances that bring Sanderson's world to life. The audiobook explores similar themes of leadership, sacrifice, and personal transformation across a more expansive narrative that rewards listeners invested in the author's interconnected cosmology.

   Why this book?

   Oathbringer deepens the epic scope and intricate magic systems that made The Well of Ascension compelling, while Michael Kramer's return as narrator (joined by Kate Reading) maintains the immersive vocal performances that bring Sanderson's world to life. The audiobook explores similar themes of leadership, sacrifice, and personal transformation across a more expansive narrative that rewards listeners invested in the author's interconnected cosmology.

   ★ 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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4. 4

   

   The Gathering Storm

   The Wheel of Time • Book 12

   by Robert Jordan, Brandon Sanderson

   Narrated by Michael Kramer, Kate Reading

   The Gathering Storm deepens the epic scope and intricate magic systems you experienced in The Well of Ascension, while Michael Kramer's return alongside Kate Reading creates the same immersive dual-narrator experience that brings complex character perspectives to life. The novel escalates the high-stakes world-building and philosophical themes about power and sacrifice that define Sanderson's storytelling.

   Why this book?

   The Gathering Storm deepens the epic scope and intricate magic systems you experienced in The Well of Ascension, while Michael Kramer's return alongside Kate Reading creates the same immersive dual-narrator experience that brings complex character perspectives to life. The novel escalates the high-stakes world-building and philosophical themes about power and sacrifice that define Sanderson's storytelling.

   ★ 4.77 ABR Score (224.4K ratings)

   ★ 4.44 Goodreads (178.7K) ★ 4.9 Audible (45.7K)

   41h 47m listening time • Released 2013

   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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   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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5. 5

   

   Towers of Midnight

   The Wheel of Time • Book 13

   by Robert Jordan, Brandon Sanderson

   Narrated by Kate Reading, Michael Kramer

   The epic scope and intricate magic systems that define Sanderson's narration by Kramer continue seamlessly into this collaboration, while the dual narrators bring fresh dimension to the sprawling storylines and character perspectives. Listeners who appreciated the immersive world-building and high-stakes plotting of The Well of Ascension will find the same narrative momentum and thematic depth across nearly 40 hours of richly layered fantasy.

   Why this book?

   The epic scope and intricate magic systems that define Sanderson's narration by Kramer continue seamlessly into this collaboration, while the dual narrators bring fresh dimension to the sprawling storylines and character perspectives. Listeners who appreciated the immersive world-building and high-stakes plotting of The Well of Ascension will find the same narrative momentum and thematic depth across nearly 40 hours of richly layered fantasy.

   ★ 4.77 ABR Score (211.0K ratings)

   ★ 4.48 Goodreads (176.1K) ★ 4.89 Audible (34.9K)

   38h 21m listening time • Released 2010

   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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   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 Bands of Mourning

   Mistborn, Era 2: Wax & Wayne • Book 3

   by Brandon Sanderson

   Narrated by Michael Kramer

   The Bands of Mourning continues Sanderson's intricate worldbuilding and magic systems with the same engaging narrative voice Michael Kramer brings to his character work, while shifting to a more briskly-paced adventure that maintains the emotional depth and high stakes of the original. Listeners will appreciate how Kramer's narration captures the series' evolution from epic scope to intimate character moments across a more streamlined runtime.

   Why this book?

   The Bands of Mourning continues Sanderson's intricate worldbuilding and magic systems with the same engaging narrative voice Michael Kramer brings to his character work, while shifting to a more briskly-paced adventure that maintains the emotional depth and high stakes of the original. Listeners will appreciate how Kramer's narration captures the series' evolution from epic scope to intimate character moments across a more streamlined runtime.

   ★ 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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7. 7

   

   Dawnshard

   The Stormlight Archive #3.5 • Book 3

   by Brandon Sanderson

   Narrated by Kate Reading, Michael Kramer

   Dawnshard delivers the same intricate magic systems and character-driven storytelling that define Sanderson's work, while the dual narration of Kramer and Reading creates an engaging listening experience in a more compact format. The novella explores similar themes of duty and growth, making it an ideal complement for listeners seeking another immersive journey in Sanderson's cosmology without the extended commitment.

   Why this book?

   Dawnshard delivers the same intricate magic systems and character-driven storytelling that define Sanderson's work, while the dual narration of Kramer and Reading creates an engaging listening experience in a more compact format. The novella explores similar themes of duty and growth, making it an ideal complement for listeners seeking another immersive journey in Sanderson's cosmology without the extended commitment.

   ★ 4.61 ABR Score (148.8K ratings)

   ★ 4.34 Goodreads (136.9K) ★ 4.84 Audible (11.9K)

   7h 5m listening time • Released 2022

   Rysn leads an expedition to a mysterious island where ancient secrets and deadly Sleepless await. The dual narrator team excels with this quieter Stormlight novella that focuses on discovery rather than warfare.

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   Rysn leads an expedition to a mysterious island where ancient secrets and deadly Sleepless await. The dual narrator team excels with this quieter Stormlight novella that focuses on discovery rather than warfare.

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8. 8

   

   Yumi and the Nightmare Painter

   Hoid's Travails • Book 2

   by Brandon Sanderson, Aliya Chen

   Narrated by Kate Reading, Michael Kramer

   Brandon Sanderson's intricate worldbuilding and exploration of magic systems shine again in this emotionally resonant novella, while Michael Kramer's narration brings the same immersive quality to a more intimate, character-driven story that balances humor and heart. The shorter runtime makes this an ideal entry point for experiencing Sanderson's signature blend of fantastical wonder and deeply human themes.

   Why this book?

   Brandon Sanderson's intricate worldbuilding and exploration of magic systems shine again in this emotionally resonant novella, while Michael Kramer's narration brings the same immersive quality to a more intimate, character-driven story that balances humor and heart. The shorter runtime makes this an ideal entry point for experiencing Sanderson's signature blend of fantastical wonder and deeply human themes.

   ★ 4.57 ABR Score (121.8K ratings)

   ★ 4.43 Goodreads (118.7K) ★ 4.82 Audible (3.1K)

   14h 43m listening time • Released 2024

   Two souls from opposite worlds—gardens versus nightmares, spirits versus technology—swap bodies and must save each other's realities. Reading and Kramer handle the dual perspectives with their trademark precision, switching seamlessly between meditative wonder and urban tension.

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   Two souls from opposite worlds—gardens versus nightmares, spirits versus technology—swap bodies and must save each other's realities. Reading and Kramer handle the dual perspectives with their trademark precision, switching seamlessly between meditative wonder and urban tension.

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9. 9

   

   Tress of the Emerald Sea

   Hoid's Travails • Book 1

   by Brandon Sanderson, Howard Lyon

   Narrated by Michael Kramer

   Michael Kramer's masterful narration brings the same immersive quality to this shorter, more whimsical adventure, while Sanderson's signature magic system and themes of perseverance remain central to the story. At 12 hours, Tress of the Emerald Sea offers a more contained narrative that still delivers the emotional depth and world-building complexity listeners appreciated in The Well of Ascension.

   Why this book?

   Michael Kramer's masterful narration brings the same immersive quality to this shorter, more whimsical adventure, while Sanderson's signature magic system and themes of perseverance remain central to the story. At 12 hours, Tress of the Emerald Sea offers a more contained narrative that still delivers the emotional depth and world-building complexity listeners appreciated in The Well of Ascension.

   ★ 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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10. 10

    

    Wind and Truth

    The Stormlight Archive • Book 5

    by Brandon Sanderson

    Narrated by Kate Reading, Michael Kramer

    ★ 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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