Rhythm of War
The fourth Stormlight Archive novel turns the conflict to a war of science, sound and the mind.
Where it fits in the Cosmere
An epic of broken heroes, living storms, and ancient oaths on the world of Roshar.
to other Cosmere books — mark it read on the map to reveal them, spoiler-free.
Read first: Oathbringer, Dawnshard
What you've unlocked here
This section reveals spoiler-safe connections, cameos and lore as you read. Mark Rhythm of War (and the books it links to) as read to light them up.
Common questions
Can I start the Cosmere with Rhythm of War?
Not ideally — read Oathbringer and Dawnshard first. Rhythm of War is #18 of 24 in our recommended Cosmere order.
What should I read before Rhythm of War?
Read Oathbringer, then Dawnshard before Rhythm of War.
Where does Rhythm of War fit in the Cosmere reading order?
Rhythm of War is #18 of 24 in our recommended Cosmere reading order (#18 in publication order). The previous stop is Dawnshard. Up next is Tress of the Emerald Sea.