Part of the The Wheel Of Time series
The Path Of Daggers
Opens Amazon in a new tab. We earn a commission at no cost to you.
About this book
From Publishers Weekly The eighth book of Jordan's bestselling The Wheel of Time saga (A Crown of Swords, etc.) opens with a renewed invasion by the Seanchans, a conquering race whose arsenal includes man-carrying flying reptiles and enslaved female magic-workers as well as powerful soldiers, many of whom have joined the Seanchans out of fear of the Dragon Reborn. The Dragon himself, Rand al'Thor, appears in only a small part of the narrative, but during that time he endures the ugly experience of seeing his magic kill his friends, heightening his fear that his destiny is to slay everyone he cares about. The first third of the book is a little slower paced than is usual for Jordan, emphasizing the growth of relationships, but the action picks up soon enough. More compact than some previous volumes in the saga, this one has the virtues readers have come to expect from the author: meticulous world-building; deft use of multiple viewpoints; highly original and intelligent systems of magic; an admirable wit; and a continuous awareness of the fate of the turnip farmer or peddler caught in the path of the heroes' armies. Unlike some authors of megasagas, Jordan chooses his words with care, creating people and events that have earned him an enormous readership. For sheer imagination and storytelling skill, if not quite for mythic resonance, The Wheel of Time now rivals Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings.
About the author
Jordan, Robert
Robert Jordan was the pen name of James Oliver Rigney Jr., an American author known for his works in the epic fantasy genre. He was born in South Carolina in 1948 and passed away in 2007.Jordan's most notable work is the "Wheel of Time" series, which consists of 14 novels and follows the story of a young man named Rand al'Thor and his companions as they battle against dark forces and seek to save their world from destruction.Jordan's writing is known for its intricate world-building, complex characters, and exploration of themes such as destiny, power, and the balance between good and evil. He has won several awards for his writing, including the Hugo Award for Best Novel in 1991 for "The Fires of Heaven."In addition to his writing, Jordan was also a decorated Vietnam War veteran and worked as a nuclear engineer before turning to writing full-time. After his death, the "Wheel of Time" series was completed by author Brandon Sanderson based on Jordan's notes and outlines. Jordan continues to be recognized as an important and influential figure in the epic fantasy genre.
See all books by Jordan, RobertReaders also enjoyed
More in The Wheel Of Time
14 other books in this series See the whole series
More by Jordan, Robert
The Path Of Daggers
Buy on Amazon