A Crown of Swords
The aftermath of Dumai's Wells reshapes loyalties, while a deadly search begins in the city of Ebou Dar.
Where it fits in the The Wheel of Time
The slow middle arc: threads multiply across the map before Jordan begins pulling them taut.
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Common questions
Can I start the The Wheel of Time with A Crown of Swords?
Not ideally — read Lord of Chaos first. A Crown of Swords is #7 of 15 in our recommended The Wheel of Time order.
What should I read before A Crown of Swords?
Read Lord of Chaos before A Crown of Swords.
Where does A Crown of Swords fit in the The Wheel of Time reading order?
A Crown of Swords is #7 of 15 in our recommended The Wheel of Time reading order (#7 in publication order). The previous stop is Lord of Chaos. Up next is The Path of Daggers.