10 books for fans of Oathbringer
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The Way of Kings
The Cosmere • Book 1
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Storm-swept Roshar hosts an eternal war where a slave seeks freedom through bridge-running battles while a prince discovers that honor may be more complex than glory.
★ 4.66 Goodreads (683.1K ratings) - 2
The Hero of Ages
The Mistborn Saga • Book 3
Why this book?
The Hero of Ages delivers the same epic scope and intricate magic systems Sanderson fans crave, with Michael Kramer's narration providing a darker, more intimate tone that complements the trilogy's apocalyptic stakes. At 27 hours, it offers a more condensed yet equally immersive listening experience that deepens themes of sacrifice and redemption.
★ 4.56 Goodreads (606.0K ratings) - 3
The Final Empire
The Mistborn Saga • Book 1
Why this book?
The Final Empire delivers the same intricate magic systems and epic world-building that define Sanderson's work, with Michael Kramer's commanding narration anchoring the story's exploration of revolution and redemption. At 25 hours, it offers a more concentrated narrative arc while maintaining the emotional depth and character-driven storytelling that made Oathbringer compelling.
★ 4.49 Goodreads (999.3K ratings) - 4
Towers of Midnight
The Wheel of Time • Book 13
by Robert Jordan, Brandon Sanderson
Why this book?
The same narrator duo brings their exceptional talent to this penultimate Wheel of Time installment, delivering the same epic scope and emotional depth that defines Sanderson's work. Listeners who appreciated Oathbringer's intricate magic systems and character-driven storytelling will find similarly rich world-building and Brandon Sanderson's masterful completion of Robert Jordan's sprawling narrative.
★ 4.48 Goodreads (176.1K ratings) - 5
The Lost Metal
The Mistborn Saga • Book 7
Why this book?
The Lost Metal delivers the same intricate magic system and character-driven storytelling that made Oathbringer compelling, while Michael Kramer's narration captures the wit and emotional depth that defined the audiobook experience. Its shorter runtime offers the perfect entry point to explore another corner of Sanderson's interconnected cosmere without losing the narrative richness listeners expect.
★ 4.48 Goodreads (122.5K ratings) - 6
The Gathering Storm
The Wheel of Time • Book 12
by Robert Jordan, Brandon Sanderson
Why this book?
The Gathering Storm delivers the same epic scope and intricate magic systems that define Sanderson's work, with Michael Kramer and Kate Reading's dual narration creating an equally immersive listening experience across its 42-hour runtime. While this Wheel of Time installment embraces a darker, more urgent tone than Oathbringer, it shares the same commitment to character depth and explores themes of leadership and sacrifice that resonate throughout Sanderson's fantasy canon.
★ 4.44 Goodreads (178.7K ratings) - 7
The Bands of Mourning
Mistborn, Era 2: Wax & Wayne • Book 3
Why this book?
The Bands of Mourning delivers the same intricate magic systems and character-driven storytelling that define Sanderson's work, with Michael Kramer's narration bringing the same polished, immersive quality to this faster-paced adventure. Its shorter runtime makes it an ideal follow-up for listeners seeking more of Sanderson's signature blend of epic scope and emotional depth without the commitment of another 55-hour epic.
★ 4.40 Goodreads (193.3K ratings) - 8
Tress of the Emerald Sea
Hoid's Travails • Book 1
by Brandon Sanderson, Howard Lyon
Why this book?
Tress of the Emerald Sea delivers Sanderson's signature blend of intricate magic systems and character-driven storytelling in a more intimate, fast-paced adventure, perfect for listeners who want to experience his world-building without the epic scope commitment. Michael Kramer's narration captures the same immersive quality that brings Stormlight Archive to life, making this shorter novel an ideal bridge between major series.
★ 4.32 Goodreads (297.2K ratings) - 9
Shadows of Self
Mistborn, Era 2: Wax & Wayne • Book 2
Why this book?
Shadows of Self delivers the same intricate magic system and philosophical depth that define Sanderson's work, with Michael Kramer's narration maintaining the immersive quality you experienced in Oathbringer. The shorter runtime offers a more concentrated narrative while preserving Sanderson's signature exploration of duty, morality, and complex characters navigating impossible choices.
★ 4.26 Goodreads (211.7K ratings) - 10
The Alloy of Law
Mistborn, Era 2: Wax & Wayne • Book 1
Why this book?
The Alloy of Law delivers the same intricate magic system and character-driven storytelling that made Oathbringer compelling, with Michael Kramer's narration maintaining the immersive quality you've already grown accustomed to. Its shorter runtime offers a perfect palate cleanser while exploring similar themes of duty, power, and redemption in a more intimate, fast-paced narrative.
★ 4.19 Goodreads (294.2K ratings)