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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

Listen to more books in The Wheel of Time series.
©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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a great performance of a great series

if you haven't read any of it lucky you, it'll take a hold of you and it's a great way to spend your time...

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1990s

Beautiful story. Jordan has a way of writing in such detail while being far from long winded, and the narrator did a fantastic job.

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Good Book

listening to this book again after 10+ years let's me see both the gems and flaws. I do recommend listening to it.

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Great listen!

I loved it. Not only is the book written well; it is equally narrated perfectly. I can't wait to start book two!

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great

great. love it.

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amazing!!!

great book and voice work. So excited to start next one already have it downloaded.

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From a stranger to an Addict!

First, I have to admit that I was a little hesitant to pick up this book, because the idea of going through all 14 books is pretty intimidating. Second, the WOT universe seems to be so huge, that I wonder if I'll ever really understand it. But, the book walks you though things, and makes them accessible. It tells you who people are, and the performance brings them alive. I will admit, I did consult the wiki on occasion to help me get things straight, but you could probably get by without it. Now, I'm looking forward to learning more about this new universe in the next book.

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Lives up to reputation! Must listen!

I've had numerous individuals recomend this series to me, finally giving in I purchased the book and now I'm hooked. This book lived up to the series reputation. Must listen.

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good book

Slow at times. Gets better as book progresses. Ending is good. Hoping for more character development in next book.

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Better than Game of Thrones!

I love this series, if you liked GOT you will love this series as well!!

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