The Way of Kings

Quick answers about The Way of Kings

What is The Way of Kings about?

On a world battered by violent storms, a war has dragged on for years across a field of broken plains. The story follows a slave who was once a soldier, a scholar with a dangerous plan, and a warlord prince who is haunted by visions.

Who should read The Way of Kings?

Read it if you want an enormous, detailed fantasy with deep worldbuilding and a payoff that rewards your patience. Skip it if you want a quick start, since it is very long and its big moments arrive after a lot of setup.

How long and how fast is The Way of Kings?

It is a slow-paced, long read of about 1007 pages, first published in 2010.

Does The Way of Kings have content warnings?

Content we flag: Violence, War, Death, Slavery, Suicide, Mental illness.

Can I borrow The Way of Kings for free?

Often, yes. Check Libby (OverDrive) to see whether your library lends The Way of Kings; the borrow button above searches it for you.

What should I read after The Way of Kings?

Readers who liked it often move on to Mistborn: The Final Empire, The Priory of the Orange Tree, The Fifth Season.