10 Best Books Like The Eye of the World
If you loved The Eye of the World by Robert Jordan, here are the most similar books our readers recommend.
Quick Answer
The best books like The Eye of the World are:
- 1Eye of the World by Robert Jordan4.5
- 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

In a world where legend has faded to myth and an ancient evil stirs, young Rand al'Thor and his friends from the remote village of Two Rivers are thrust into a desperate flight when dark forces attack their home. Guided by the mysterious Aes Sedai sorceress Moiraine, they must evade the terrifying Myrddraal and reach safety before the Dark One's influence spreads across the land. But one among them may be the prophesied Dragon Reborn—humanity's salvation or its ultimate 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 The 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 The 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 The Eye of the World fans.
Quick Comparison: Books Like The Eye of the World
| Book | Author | Rating | Year | Pages | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eye of the World📚 Series starter | Robert Jordan | 4.5 | 1993 | — | 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 The Eye of the World?
The most similar books to The Eye of the World are Eye of the World, The Fellowship of the Ring, City in Chains.
What should I read after The Eye of the World?
After finishing The Eye of the World, readers most commonly pick up 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 Jessica Townsend, Lisa McMann, Jasper Fforde, Erin Hunter, Andrew Peterson.
What genre is The Eye of the World?
The Eye of the World is a Fantasy novel by Robert Jordan, published in 2000. It features elements of Prophecy.
How long is The Eye of the World?
The Eye of the World is 751 pages long.
About The Eye of the World
The Wheel of Time turns and Ages come and go, leaving memories that become legend. Legend fades to myth, and even myth is long forgotten when the Age that gave it birth returns again. In the Third Age, and Age of Prophecy, the World and Time themselves hang in the balance. What was, what will be, and what is, may yet fall under the Shadow.At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.








