The Sunlit Man
A standalone Cosmere thriller about a hunted man on a brutal world where dawn is lethal. Set later in the Cosmere timeline.
Where it fits in the Cosmere
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Common questions
Can I start the Cosmere with The Sunlit Man?
Yes — The Sunlit Man is a standalone: no prior Cosmere reading is required, though connections to other books reveal themselves as you read more.
What should I read before The Sunlit Man?
Nothing is required before The Sunlit Man — it works as an entry point.
Where does The Sunlit Man fit in the Cosmere reading order?
The Sunlit Man is #18 of 19 in our recommended Cosmere reading order (#18 in publication order). The previous stop is The Lost Metal. Up next is Wind and Truth.