Audiobooks Like Towers of Midnight

10 audiobooks for fans of Towers of Midnight

1. 1

   

   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 world-building that defines Sanderson's work, while Kate Reading and Michael Kramer's familiar dual narration creates a seamless listening experience that fans of the Wheel of Time series will immediately recognize and appreciate. Both works weave together multiple character perspectives and explore themes of duty, redemption, and personal growth against richly detailed fantasy backdrops.

   Why this book?

   The Way of Kings delivers the same epic scope and intricate world-building that defines Sanderson's work, while Kate Reading and Michael Kramer's familiar dual narration creates a seamless listening experience that fans of the Wheel of Time series will immediately recognize and appreciate. Both works weave together multiple character perspectives and explore themes of duty, redemption, and personal growth against richly detailed fantasy backdrops.

   ★ 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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2. 2

   

   Words of Radiance

   The Stormlight Archive • Book 2

   by Brandon Sanderson

   Narrated by Michael Kramer, Kate Reading

   The dual narration from Kramer and Reading creates the same immersive storytelling experience, while Sanderson's intricate world-building and exploration of duty, honor, and personal growth will resonate with readers drawn to Towers of Midnight's epic scope. The longer runtime allows Sanderson to develop his themes with even greater depth and complexity.

   Why this book?

   The dual narration from Kramer and Reading creates the same immersive storytelling experience, while Sanderson's intricate world-building and exploration of duty, honor, and personal growth will resonate with readers drawn to Towers of Midnight's epic scope. The longer runtime allows Sanderson to develop his themes with even greater depth and complexity.

   ★ 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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3. 3

   

   The Hero of Ages

   The Mistborn Saga • Book 3

   by Brandon Sanderson

   Narrated by Michael Kramer

   Michael Kramer's dramatic narration captures the same epic scope and high-stakes world-building that makes Towers of Midnight compelling, while The Hero of Ages delivers Sanderson's signature exploration of heroism and sacrifice in a more tightly plotted narrative that rewards close listening.

   Why this book?

   Michael Kramer's dramatic narration captures the same epic scope and high-stakes world-building that makes Towers of Midnight compelling, while The Hero of Ages delivers Sanderson's signature exploration of heroism and sacrifice in a more tightly plotted narrative that rewards close 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

   Sanderson's epic scope expands even further in Oathbringer, maintaining the intricate magic systems and character-driven storytelling that define his work while the familiar narration of Reading and Kramer guides you through an even more immersive 55-hour journey. The themes of duty, redemption, and ordinary people rising to extraordinary challenges deepen considerably, offering the same satisfying blend of intimate character moments and sweeping fantasy worldbuilding.

   Why this book?

   Sanderson's epic scope expands even further in Oathbringer, maintaining the intricate magic systems and character-driven storytelling that define his work while the familiar narration of Reading and Kramer guides you through an even more immersive 55-hour journey. The themes of duty, redemption, and ordinary people rising to extraordinary challenges deepen considerably, offering the same satisfying blend of intimate character moments and sweeping fantasy worldbuilding.

   ★ 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

   Michael Kramer's narration brings the same epic gravitas to Sanderson's standalone Mistborn saga, while The Final Empire delivers the intricate magic systems and character-driven storytelling that define Sanderson's writing at a more focused narrative pace. The audiobook's tighter runtime offers a complete, immersive experience without sacrificing the philosophical depth and high-stakes world-building that drew you to the Wheel of Time conclusion.

   Why this book?

   Michael Kramer's narration brings the same epic gravitas to Sanderson's standalone Mistborn saga, while The Final Empire delivers the intricate magic systems and character-driven storytelling that define Sanderson's writing at a more focused narrative pace. The audiobook's tighter runtime offers a complete, immersive experience without sacrificing the philosophical depth and high-stakes world-building that drew you to the Wheel of Time conclusion.

   ★ 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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6. 6

   

   The Lost Metal

   The Mistborn Saga • Book 7

   by Brandon Sanderson

   Narrated by Michael Kramer

   Brandon Sanderson's signature blend of intricate magic systems and character-driven storytelling carries over seamlessly, while Michael Kramer's narration provides the same immersive quality that made the audiobook experience compelling. The Lost Metal delivers the same epic scope in a more condensed format, offering a satisfying standalone adventure for listeners who crave Sanderson's meticulous worldbuilding without the extended commitment.

   Why this book?

   Brandon Sanderson's signature blend of intricate magic systems and character-driven storytelling carries over seamlessly, while Michael Kramer's narration provides the same immersive quality that made the audiobook experience compelling. The Lost Metal delivers the same epic scope in a more condensed format, offering a satisfying standalone adventure for listeners who crave Sanderson's meticulous worldbuilding without the extended commitment.

   ★ 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 blend of intricate worldbuilding and character-driven storytelling that defines Sanderson's work, with Michael Kramer's narration capturing the same immersive quality across a more compact narrative. This book maintains the epic fantasy scope and philosophical depth listeners appreciated in Towers of Midnight while offering a standalone adventure that feels both fresh and familiar in tone.

   Why this book?

   The Bands of Mourning delivers the same blend of intricate worldbuilding and character-driven storytelling that defines Sanderson's work, with Michael Kramer's narration capturing the same immersive quality across a more compact narrative. This book maintains the epic fantasy scope and philosophical depth listeners appreciated in Towers of Midnight while offering a standalone adventure that feels both fresh and familiar in tone.

   ★ 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

   Michael Kramer's narration carries over the epic, immersive quality you loved in Towers of Midnight, while Sanderson's trademark magic systems and character-driven storytelling remain front and center in a more intimate, contained adventure that offers a similarly rich listening experience in a fraction of the time.

   Why this book?

   Michael Kramer's narration carries over the epic, immersive quality you loved in Towers of Midnight, while Sanderson's trademark magic systems and character-driven storytelling remain front and center in a more intimate, contained adventure that offers a similarly rich listening experience in a fraction of the time.

   ★ 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

   Brandon Sanderson's distinctive worldbuilding and intricate magic systems that elevated Towers of Midnight reach epic new heights in Wind and Truth, while Kate Reading and Michael Kramer's seamless dual narration creates the same immersive listening experience across both expansive fantasy epics. The shared themes of perseverance through catastrophic conflict and the weight of heroic responsibility resonate powerfully throughout both works, making the longer runtime of Wind and Truth feel like a natural continuation of the same immersive journey.

   Why this book?

   Brandon Sanderson's distinctive worldbuilding and intricate magic systems that elevated Towers of Midnight reach epic new heights in Wind and Truth, while Kate Reading and Michael Kramer's seamless dual narration creates the same immersive listening experience across both expansive fantasy epics. The shared themes of perseverance through catastrophic conflict and the weight of heroic responsibility resonate powerfully throughout both works, making the longer runtime of Wind and Truth feel like a natural continuation of the same immersive journey.

   ★ 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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