Wind and Truth

Book Five of the Stormlight Archive

By: Brandon Sanderson

Narrated by: Kate Reading, Michael Kramer

"The endearing husband-and-wife team of Kate Reading and Michael Kramer continue their stunning narration of the Stormlight Archive series...The narration coupled with the fascinating fantasy epic is a must-listen for series fans—and will keep newcomers intrigued by its deep world-building."—AudioFile

Long-listed, Barnes and Noble Best New Books of the Year, 2024

Long-listed, Audible.com Best of the Year, 2024

The long-awaited explosive climax to the first arc of the #1 New York Times bestselling Stormlight Archive—the iconic epic fantasy masterpiece that has sold more than 10 million copies, from acclaimed bestselling author Brandon Sanderson.

Dalinar Kholin challenged the evil god Odium to a contest of champions with the future of Roshar on the line. The Knights Radiant have only ten days to prepare—and the sudden ascension of the crafty and ruthless Taravangian to take Odium’s place has thrown everything into disarray.

Desperate fighting continues simultaneously worldwide—Adolin in Azir, Sigzil and Venli at the Shattered Plains, and Jasnah in Thaylenah. The former assassin, Szeth, must cleanse his homeland of Shinovar from the dark influence of the Unmade. He is accompanied by Kaladin, who faces a new battle helping Szeth fight his own demons . . . and who must do the same for the insane Herald of the Almighty, Ishar.

At the same time, Shallan, Renarin, and Rlain work to unravel the mystery behind the Unmade Ba-Ado-Mishram and her involvement in the enslavement of the singer race and in the ancient Knights Radiant killing their spren. And Dalinar and Navani seek an edge against Odium’s champion that can be found only in the Spiritual Realm, where memory and possibility combine in chaos. The fate of the entire Cosmere hangs in the balance.

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So. wow. I had accidentally seen a VERY significant detail on Coppermind that hinted at the conclusion, but it was still totally not what I expected. I loved the journey. My two chief complaints, for which I deducted a star (but at the same time feel like 4 stars is being unfair to such a tremendous work) is 1) the regular and somewhat alienating use of modern idioms and 2) the constant and blatant therapeutic element. I started to notice it in maybe books 3 and 4 (I'm like, oh, I see, many of the characters are struggling with various mental/emotional challenges), but it was turned up to 11. EVERY character needs "therapy," and their character arc has to do with "being heard" and "being understood" and "realizing they matter" etc. Which, on the one hand, I liked the idea a lot in previous books, but this time around I felt like I was being beaten over the head with it. Constantly. That being said, listened with enthusiasm through the book in about a week or so, and waiting with anticipation for the next installment.

Well played Brandon, well played

I’m going to send Brandon Sanderson my therapy bill because of this series. It is worth every second of your time

Fantastic!

Another fine installment! Lots of new lore - Brandon just keeps getting better and better!

Lovin it

I recently reread the entire storm light archive to refresh my memory and this book did not dissapoint

good

it good. Longest one yet, and has a very interesting finale, with plenty of extremely impactful points all throughout the book. Performance by the female narrator sounded different for the first few chapters, but it quickly becomes normal, and is ultimately the best I've heard from her

Satisfying Ending, Some Criticism

So much cosmere, very fulfilling in that respect, but in some ways parts seem to go on overly long or past their point perhaps. Still enjoyed and recommend.

Good Story, I didn't love some aspects

I like the Kaladin Adolin and Szeth arcs. the rest I wasn't a huge fan of. The emotional damage aspect was less in this book which I appreciated. Book definitely felt preachy at times which I'm not a fan of.

The bigger picture revealed!

I’m going to miss these characters, My favorite world in the Cosmere! I hope we don’t have to wait too long for arc 2.

Amazing!

World building… ✅
Characters…✅
Plot…✅

This series was on point! And the easter eggs were awesome!

Satisfying wrap up/set up

So many plot lines handled so well! I m amazed at the scope of the Cosmere