The Path of Daggers
The Bowl of the Winds is found, the weather turns, and victories begin to cost more than defeats.
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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Read first: A Crown of Swords
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Common questions
Can I start the The Wheel of Time with The Path of Daggers?
Not ideally — read A Crown of Swords first. The Path of Daggers is #8 of 15 in our recommended The Wheel of Time order.
What should I read before The Path of Daggers?
Read A Crown of Swords before The Path of Daggers.
Where does The Path of Daggers fit in the The Wheel of Time reading order?
The Path of Daggers is #8 of 15 in our recommended The Wheel of Time reading order (#8 in publication order). The previous stop is A Crown of Swords. Up next is Winter's Heart.