Edgedancer
A Stormlight Archive novella that follows one of the series' side viewpoints away from the war and into a distant city. First collected in Arcanum Unbounded, later published on its own.
Where it fits in the Cosmere
An epic of broken heroes, living storms, and ancient oaths on the world of Roshar.
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Common questions
Can I start the Cosmere with Edgedancer?
Not ideally — read Words of Radiance first. Edgedancer is #8 of 24 in our recommended Cosmere order.
What should I read before Edgedancer?
Read Words of Radiance before Edgedancer.
Where does Edgedancer fit in the Cosmere reading order?
Edgedancer is #8 of 24 in our recommended Cosmere reading order (#15 in publication order). The previous stop is Words of Radiance. Up next is The Emperor's Soul.