10 Best Books Like Eye of the World
If you loved Eye of the World by Robert Jordan, here are the most similar books our readers recommend.
Quick Answer
The best books like Eye of the World are:
- 1The Eye of the World by Robert Jordan4.7
- 2The Fellowship of the Ring by J.R.R. Tolkien0
- 3City in Chains by Harry Turtledove4.1
- 4The Golem and the Jinni by Helene Wecker0
- 5Mistborn by Brandon Sanderson4.5
- 6The Name of the Wind by Patrick Rothfuss0Series starter
- 7Assassin's Apprentice by Robin Hobb0Series starter
- 8The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V. E. Schwab4.5
- 9Emily Wilde's Encyclopaedia of Faeries by Heather Fawcett4.3#1
- 10A Sorceress Comes to Call by T. Kingfisher4.4

When the mysterious Aes Sedai Moiraine arrives in the quiet village of Emond's Field, she brings word that the Dark One stirs and seeks a prophesied champion who can stand against him. After monstrous Trollocs attack their home, young Rand al'Thor and his friends must flee into a vast and dangerous world where the fate of all hangs in the balance. One among them may be humanity's only hope—or its destruction.
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Detailed Recommendations

The Name of the Wind
Start of An Unfinished seriesby Patrick Rothfuss
Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a melancholy and lyrical tone that will resonate with Eye of the World fans.

Assassin's Apprentice
Start of The Farseer Trilogy seriesby Robin Hobb
Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a melancholy and introspective tone that will resonate with Eye of the World fans.
Emily Wilde's Encyclopaedia of Faeries
Emily Wilde #1 (works standalone)by Heather Fawcett
Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a cozy yet dangerous tone that will resonate with Eye of the World fans.
Quick Comparison: Books Like Eye of the World
| Book | Author | Rating | Year | Pages | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Eye of the World📚 Series starter | Robert Jordan | 4.7 | 2000 | 751 | Same author |
| The Fellowship of the Ring | J.R.R. Tolkien | 0 | 1973 | 206 | Similar vibes |
| City in Chains | Harry Turtledove | 4.1 | 2025 | 328 | Similar vibes |
| The Golem and the Jinni | Helene Wecker | 0 | 2013 | 656 | Similar vibes |
| Mistborn📚 Series starter | Brandon Sanderson | 4.5 | 2006 | 541 | Start a new series |
| The Name of the Wind📚 Series starter | Patrick Rothfuss | 0 | 2007 | — | Start a new series |
| Assassin's Apprentice📚 Series starter | Robin Hobb | 0 | 2012 | — | Start a new series |
| The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue | V. E. Schwab | 4.5 | 2023 | 448 | Similar vibes |
| Emily Wilde's Encyclopaedia of Faeries | Heather Fawcett | 4.3 | 2023 | 335 | Similar vibes |
| A Sorceress Comes to Call | T. Kingfisher | 4.4 | 2024 | 336 | Similar vibes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What books are most similar to Eye of the World?
The most similar books to Eye of the World are The Eye of the World, The Fellowship of the Ring, City in Chains.
What should I read after Eye of the World?
After finishing Eye of the World, readers most commonly pick up The Eye of the World next. Alternatively, you might enjoy more books by Robert Jordan, such as The Great Hunt.
Who writes books like Robert Jordan?
Authors similar to Robert Jordan include Brandon Sanderson, Robin Hobb.
What genre is Eye of the World?
Eye of the World is a Fantasy novel by Robert Jordan, published in 1993.
How long is Eye of the World?
Eye of the World varies in length depending on edition.
About Eye of the World
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.








