65 pages • 2 hours read
Brandon SandersonThe Way of Kings
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2010A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
On the continent of Roshar, several characters develop the ability to channel stormlight, a radiant energy that enables magic. Among them are Kaladin, a former soldier turned slave; Shallan Davar, a noblewoman seeking to save her family; Dalinar Kholin, a warrior questioning his society; and Szeth-son-son-Vallano, an assassin. Their paths converge at the Shattered Plains amid an ongoing war. The book contains graphic depictions of injuries and death, including death by suicide.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Brandon Sanderson's The Way of Kings is widely praised for its intricate world-building, rich character development, and complex magical systems. Readers commend its epic scope but note that its extensive length and heavy exposition can be challenging. Overall, it's a rewarding read for devoted fantasy fans, despite requiring patience for storyline development.
Who Should Read The Way of Kings?
Fans of epic fantasy with intricate world-building, like J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings and Robert Jordan's The Wheel of Time, will relish Brandon Sanderson's The Way of Kings. These readers appreciate expansive narratives, deep lore, complex characters, and rich magic systems. Ideal for those seeking immersive and long-form storytelling.
RecommendedReading Age
18+yearsBook Details
Fantasy
Narrative / Epic Poem
Action / Adventure
Religion / Spirituality
Class
Values/Ideas: Good & Evil