Isles of the Emberdark
A Cosmere Novel
A standalone cosmere novel set on and around the island world first seen in the novella "Sixth of the Dusk", expanded into a story of legend, lore and a far-future cosmere reaching for the stars.
Where it fits in the Cosmere
to other Cosmere books — mark it read on the map to reveal them, spoiler-free.
Read first: Arcanum Unbounded: The Cosmere Collection
What you've unlocked here
This section reveals spoiler-safe connections, cameos and lore as you read. Mark Isles of the Emberdark (and the books it links to) as read to light them up.
Common questions
Can I start the Cosmere with Isles of the Emberdark?
Not ideally — read Arcanum Unbounded: The Cosmere Collection first. Isles of the Emberdark is #24 of 24 in our recommended Cosmere order.
What should I read before Isles of the Emberdark?
Read Arcanum Unbounded: The Cosmere Collection before Isles of the Emberdark.
Where does Isles of the Emberdark fit in the Cosmere reading order?
Isles of the Emberdark is #24 of 24 in our recommended Cosmere reading order (#24 in publication order). The previous stop is Wind and Truth.