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The Stormlight Archive

Book series

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The Stormlight Archive is an epic fantasy series by Brandon Sanderson, set on the planet Roshar. The series is part of Sanderson's larger Cosmere universe and is planned to consist of ten novels. It follows characters like Kaladin, Shallan, and Dalinar as they navigate a world plagued by powerful storms and ancient magical conflicts. The series explores themes of life, death, faith, and betrayal, with a focus on intricate world-building and a complex magic system based on Stormlight and the mythical Knights Radiant. The series delves into the political and magical struggles of Roshar, where various nations vie for power and survival against supernatural threats. Each book is structured into five parts, with interludes providing diverse perspectives across the world. The narrative is rich with detailed descriptions of landscapes, cultures, and magical abilities, making Roshar a vivid and immersive setting. The Stormlight Archive is known for its deep character development and epic scope, drawing readers into a vast, interconnected universe of fantasy and adventure.