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The Eye of the World

By: Robert Jordan
Narrated by: Kate Reading, Michael Kramer
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Publisher's summary

"These veteran narrators keep the plot moving and the narration fresh" (AudioFile Magazine)

This program is read by Audie Award-winning narrators Michael Kramer and Kate Reading, and includes a bonus interview with the author.

Now an original series starring Rosamund Pike as Moiraine!

The first novel in Robert Jordan's #1 New York Times bestselling epic fantasy series, The Wheel of Time®.

The Wheel of Time turns and Ages come and pass, leaving memories that become legend. Legend fades to myth, and even myth is long forgotten when the Age that gave it birth returns again. What was, what will be, and what is, may yet fall under the Shadow.

Moiraine Damodred arrives in Emond’s Field on a quest to find the one prophesized to stand against The Dark One, a malicious entity sowing the seeds of chaos and destruction. When a vicious band of half-men, half beasts invade the village seeking their master’s enemy, Moiraine persuades Rand al’Thor and his friends to leave their home and enter a larger unimaginable world filled with dangers waiting in the shadows and in the light.

Since its debut in 1990, The Wheel of Time® has captivated millions of readers around the globe with its scope, originality, and compelling characters.

The Wheel of Time®
New Spring: The Novel
#1 The Eye of the World
#2 The Great Hunt
#3 The Dragon Reborn
#4 The Shadow Rising
#5 The Fires of Heaven
#6 Lord of Chaos
#7 A Crown of Swords
#8 The Path of Daggers
#9 Winter's Heart
#10 Crossroads of Twilight
#11 Knife of Dreams

By Robert Jordan and Brandon Sanderson
#12 The Gathering Storm
#13 Towers of Midnight
#14 A Memory of Light

By Robert Jordan and Teresa Patterson
The World of Robert Jordan's The Wheel of Time

By Robert Jordan, Harriet McDougal, Alan Romanczuk, and Maria Simons
The Wheel of Time Companion

By Robert Jordan and Amy Romanczuk
Patterns of the Wheel: Coloring Art Based on Robert Jordan's The Wheel of Time

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©1990 Robert Jordan (P)1996 Books on Tape, Inc.

Critic reviews

"Jordan has come to dominate the world that Tolkien began to reveal." (The New York Times)

Featured Article: To Everything, Turn, Turn, Turn—The Wheel of Time Beginner's Guide


Fantasy fans of the world, rejoice! The long-awaited premiere of The Wheel of Time screen adaptation is finally here. There's magic, romance, adventure, and a truly terrifying villain—you can’t ask for much more than that! If you’re as excited as we are, read on. This post will give you a basic understanding of the Wheel of Time books, as well as everything you need to know about the upcoming Wheel of Time television series.

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Loved It

Loved it. Would recommend 100% especially if you like Brandon Sanderson's books especially the way of kings series.

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Reviving my love of books

This is the first book I’ve finished in 15 years and I imagine I know what my next 12 books are going to be. The narration was wonderful and the author does a superb job of painting the most vivid and beautiful landscapes for the reader.

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Fantastic Story and Beginning

I had a few friends of mine recommend me this book series and I'm glad I picked it up. This was a great beginning and I'm eager to continue. For the quality of the recording and reading, Michael Kramer did a great job. Kate Reading did good as well, but when she began reading the portions when a female role took the main character to position, it was very jarring since I had gotten used to Michael. I also just have a preference for male readers anyway. Still overall a great experience.

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Almost needs a 6th star for story

I’ve enjoyed beautiful audiobooks from Principals by Dalit read by the author and deeply authentic to Dune with its incredible production. This story is rapture.

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Amazing

If you could sum up The Eye of the World in three words, what would they be?

This audible version brings the book to life.

Who was your favorite character and why?

All of them

What does Kate Reading and Michael Kramer bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

The balance keeps it interesting and increases the readability

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

would like to but too long

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Not a bad start

Narration is good, if a little plain. The female narrator heated on me a bit but that is personal taste.

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Still a classic

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One of my first fantasy series, and still one of the classics. Kramer and Reading do a great job as always and really bring life to the broad cast of characters.

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love this book

I like that there was both a Male and female narrator, however the Male was terrible.

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Exceptional , breathtaking, and truly spectacular

This is a must read . Highest Praise for originality and content. A must read

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I have heard this book twice already

I have heard this twice already it's so good such a great way to start an epic adventure

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