Summary
Prepare to embark on an extraordinary journey through the pages of this captivating audiobook. Whether you’re an avid reader or a newcomer to the world of audiobooks, this unique listening experience is sure to leave a lasting impression. With a perfect blend of engaging storytelling and skilled narration, this audiobook transports you into a realm where the boundaries between reality and fantasy seamlessly blur.
Audiobook Info
- Author: Brandon Sanderson
- Narrator: Kate Reading, Michael Kramer
- Duration: 45 hours and 12 minutes
- Publisher: Macmillan Audio
- Release Date: April 30, 2014
- Series: The Stormlight Archive
- Book: Book 2
Review
Some audiobooks invite you in gently; others sweep you away in torrents – and Words of Radiance achieves the latter with masterful force. Before even delving into Brandon Sanderson’s sweeping epic, let me spotlight what makes this audiobook an absolute standout: its narration.
Kate Reading and Michael Kramer elevate Words of Radiance from grand fantasy to immersive life experience. Their ability to distinguish character voices – be it Kaladin’s rugged resolve or Shallan’s clever wit – is nothing short of astonishing. Each moment feels vivid: battle cries echo with intensity, quiet confessions resonate with vulnerability, and cultural nuances are expertly conveyed through accent work that never distracts but always enhances. It’s rare for narrators to share such seamless synergy over forty-five hours, yet their partnership ensures listeners remain captivated from prologue to bonus epilogue (a treat exclusive to audio fans).
The story itself picks up six months after The Way of Kings – a world reeling in chaos as ancient magic awakens and moral dilemmas mount for Roshar’s beleaguered champions. Sanderson plunges readers deep into Alethi warcamps where tensions simmer among highprinces like Adolin Kholin and Navani Kholin while Parshendi enemies gather strength under looming threat of the Everstorm. Kaladin Stormblessed wrestles with loyalty versus justice; Shallan Davar uncovers secrets amidst her own inner turmoil; Dalinar Kholin seeks unity amid fragmentation.
What distinguishes Words of Radiance isn’t just its intricate plot – it’s Sanderson’s flair for lore-rich world-building combined with multi-layered character growth. Themes such as duty, redemption, prejudice, and power are interwoven across beautifully paced chapters (though some listeners may note sections slow down before climaxing into breathtaking action). The payoff? A deeply satisfying conclusion that skillfully resolves current arcs without sacrificing suspense for future volumes.
Critical acclaim backs up the hype: Goodreads Choice Award winner for Best Fantasy (2015), glowing reviews on Audible (4.5/5) and Goodreads (4.7/5), plus widespread praise for imaginative magic systems that reward both seasoned fantasy veterans and newcomers alike.
Whether you’re drawn by dazzling battles or intricate internal struggles – or simply crave a truly cinematic performance – Words of Radiance stands tall as one of epic fantasy’s finest audiobooks.
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- Soulful_ExplorationStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 01 Prologue - To QuestionStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 02 Chapter 1 - SanthidStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 03 Chapter 2 - Bridge FourStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 04 Chapter 3 - PatternStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 05 Chapter 4 - Taker of SecretsStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 06 Chapter 5 - IdealsStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 07 Chapter 6 - Terrible destructionStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 08 Chapter 7 - Open FlameStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 09 Chapter 8 - Knives in the Back - Soldiers on the FieldStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 10 Chapter 9 - Walking the GraveStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 11 Chapter 10 - Red Carpet, Once WhiteStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 12 Chapter 11 - An Illusion of PerceptionStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 13 Chapter 12 - HeroStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 14 Interlude 1 - NarakStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 15 Interlude 2 - YmStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 16 Interlude 3 - RysnStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 17 Interlude 4 - Last LegionStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 18 Chapter 13 - The Day's Masterpiece (1)Stormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 18 Chapter 13 - The Day's MasterpieceStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 19 Chapter 14 - IronstanceStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 20 Chapter 15 - A Hand with the TowerStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 21 Chapter 16 - SwordmasterStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 22 Chapter 17 - A PatternStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 23 Chapter 18 - BruisesStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 24 Chapter 19 - Safe ThingsStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 25 Chapter 20 - The Coldness of ClarityStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 26 Chapter 21 - AshesStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 27 Chapter 22 - Lights in the StormStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 28 Chapter 23 - AssassinStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 29 Chapter 24 - TynStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 30 Chapter 25 - MonstersStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 31 Chapter 26 - The FeatherStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 32 Chapter 27 - Fabrications to DistractStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 33 Chapter 28 - BootsStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 34 Chapter 29 - Rule of BloodStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 35 Chapter 30 - Nature BlushingStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 36 Chapter 31 - The Stillness BeforeStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 37 Chapter 32 - The One Who HatesStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 38 Chapter 33 - BurdensStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 39 Chapter 34 - Blossoms and CakeStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 40 Interlude 5 - The Rider of StormsStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 41 Interlude 6 - ZahelStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 42 Interlude 7 - TalnStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 43 Interlude 8 - A Form of PowerStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 44 Chapter 35 - The Multiplied Strain of Simultaneous InfusionStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 45 Chapter 36 - A New WomanStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 46 Chapter 37 - A Matter of PerspectiveStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 47 Chapter 38 - The silent StormStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 48 Chapter 39 - HeterochromaticStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 49 Chapter 40 - PalonaStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 50 Chapter 41 - ScarsStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 51 Chapter 42 - Mere vaporsStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 52 Chapter 43 - The GhostbloodsStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 53 Chapter 44 - One form of JusticeStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 54 Chapter 45 - MiddlefestStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 55 Chapter 46 - PatriotsStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 56 Chapter 47 - Feminine wilesStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 57 Chapter 48 - No more weaknessStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 58 Chapter 49 - Watching the world transformStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 59 Chapter 50 - Uncut gemsStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 60 Chapter 51 - HeirsStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 61 Chapter 52 - Into the SkyStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 62 Chapter 53 - PerfectionStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 63 Chapter 54 - Veil's Lesson (1)Stormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 63 Chapter 54 - Veil's LessonStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 64 Chapter 55 - The Rule of the GameStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 65 Chapter 56 - Whitespine uncagedStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 66 Chapter 57 - To Kill the WindStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 67 Chapter 58 - Never AgainStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 68 Interlude 9 - LiftStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 69 Interlude 10 - SzethStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 70 Interlude 11 - New RhythmsStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 71 Chapter 59 - FleetStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 72 Chapter 60 - Veil WalksStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 73 Chapter 61 - ObedienceStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 74 Chapter 62 - The one who Killed PromisesStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 75 Chapter 63 - A Burning WorldStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 76 Chapter 64 - TreasuresStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 77 Chapter 65 - The one who Deserves itStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 78 Chapter 66 - StormblessingsStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 79 Chapter 67 - Spit and BileStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 80 Chapter 68 - BridgesStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 81 Chapter 69 - NothingStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 82 Chapter 70 - From a NightmareStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 83 Chapter 71 - VigilStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 84 Chapter 72 - Selfish ReasonsStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 85 Chapter 73 - A Thousand Sucrrying CreaturesStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 86 Chapter 74 - Striding the StormStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 87 Chapter 75 - True GloryStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 88 Interlude 12 - LhanStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 89 Interlude 13 - A Part to PlayStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 90 Interlude 14 - TaravangianStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 91 Chapter 76 - The hidden BladeStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 92 Chapter 77 - TrustStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 93 Chapter 78 - ContradictionsStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 94 Chapter 79 - Toward the CenterStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 95 Chapter 80 - To Fight the RainStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 96 Chapter 81 - The Last DayStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 97 Chapter 82 - For Glory LitStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 98 Chapter 83 - Time's Illusion (1)Stormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 98 Chapter 83 - Time's IllusionStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 99 Chapter 84 - The One who SavesStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 100 Chapter 85 - Swallowed by the SkyStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 101 Chapter 86 - Patterns of LightStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 102 Chapter 87 - The RiddensStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 103 Chapter 88 - The Man who owned the WindsStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 104 Chapter 89 - The FourStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 105 Epilogue - Art and ExpectationStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
- 106 Endnote & Ars ArcanumStormlight Archive 02 - Words of Radiance
