1
by J.R.R. Tolkien
01973206 pages
Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a noble and melancholic tone that will resonate with The Wheel of Time fans.
10 Best Books Like The Wheel of Time
If you loved The Wheel of Time by Robert Jordan & Brandon Sanderson, here are the most similar books our readers recommend.
Quick Answer
The best books like The Wheel of Time are:
- 1The Fellowship of the Ring by J.R.R. Tolkien0
- 2The Eye of the World by Robert Jordan4.7
- 3The Priory of the Orange Tree by Samantha Shannon0
- 4The Hobbit by J. R. R. Tolkien0
- 5Eye of the World by Robert Jordan4.5
- 6Mistborn by Brandon Sanderson4.5
- 7City in Chains by Harry Turtledove4.1
- 8The Golem and the Jinni by Helene Wecker0
- 9The Name of the Wind by Patrick Rothfuss0Series starter
- 10Assassin's Apprentice by Robin Hobb0Series starter
When the Dark One stirs in his prison, farm boy Rand al'Thor learns he may be the prophesied Dragon Reborn, destined to save the world or break it in the process
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2
by Robert Jordan
4.72000751 pages
Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a earnest and mythic tone that will resonate with The Wheel of Time fans.
4
by J. R. R. Tolkien
02009
Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a cozy yet adventurous tone that will resonate with The Wheel of Time fans.
5
by Robert Jordan
4.51993
Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a epic and earnest tone that will resonate with The Wheel of Time fans.
6
by Brandon Sanderson
4.52006541 pages
Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a hopeful and triumphant tone that will resonate with The Wheel of Time fans.
7
by Harry Turtledove
4.12025328 pages
Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a gritty but hopeful tone that will resonate with The Wheel of Time fans.
8
by Helene Wecker
02013656 pages
Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a contemplative and bittersweet tone that will resonate with The Wheel of Time fans.
9
The Name of the Wind
Start of An Unfinished seriesby Patrick Rothfuss
02007
Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a melancholy and lyrical tone that will resonate with The Wheel of Time fans.
10
Assassin's Apprentice
Start of The Farseer Trilogy seriesby Robin Hobb
02012
Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a melancholy and introspective tone that will resonate with The Wheel of Time fans.
Quick Comparison: Books Like The Wheel of Time
| Book | Author | Rating | Year | Pages | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Fellowship of the Ring | J.R.R. Tolkien | 0 | 1973 | 206 | Closest match |
| The Eye of the World📚 Series starter | Robert Jordan | 4.7 | 2000 | 751 | Start a new series |
| The Priory of the Orange Tree | Samantha Shannon | 0 | 2019 | — | Similar vibes |
| The Hobbit | J. R. R. Tolkien | 0 | 2009 | — | Similar vibes |
| Eye of the World📚 Series starter | Robert Jordan | 4.5 | 1993 | — | Start a new series |
| Mistborn📚 Series starter | Brandon Sanderson | 4.5 | 2006 | 541 | Start a new series |
| City in Chains | Harry Turtledove | 4.1 | 2025 | 328 | Similar vibes |
| The Golem and the Jinni | Helene Wecker | 0 | 2013 | 656 | Similar vibes |
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What books are most similar to The Wheel of Time?
The most similar books to The Wheel of Time are The Fellowship of the Ring, The Eye of the World, The Priory of the Orange Tree.
What should I read after The Wheel of Time?
After finishing The Wheel of Time, readers most commonly pick up The Fellowship of the Ring next.
Who writes books like Robert Jordan & Brandon Sanderson?
Authors similar to Robert Jordan & Brandon Sanderson include Brandon Sanderson, Robin Hobb.
What genre is The Wheel of Time?
The Wheel of Time is a Fantasy novel by Robert Jordan & Brandon Sanderson. It features elements of Chosen One, Epic Scope, Multiple POV.
How long is The Wheel of Time?
The Wheel of Time varies in length depending on edition.
About The Wheel of Time
When the Dark One stirs in his prison, farm boy Rand al'Thor learns he may be the prophesied Dragon Reborn, destined to save the world or break it in the process. Jordan creates one of fantasy's most ambitious and detailed secondary worlds, with intricate magic systems, complex politics, and a cast of hundreds across fourteen massive volumes. The epic fantasy series that defined the genre for a generation and was completed by Brandon Sanderson after Jordan's death, this sprawling saga explores themes of destiny, gender dynamics, and the cyclical nature of time while featuring some of the most detailed worldbuilding ever attempted and a story scope that spans continents and centuries.