Stormpod- S4E8- Chapter 13- LIVE READ- Book 4- Rhythm of War

Words of Radiance is the second novel in The Stormlight Archive series by Brandon Sanderson. Published on March 4, 2014, it continues the story of Roshar, focusing on characters such as Dalinar Kholin, Shallan Davar, and Kaladin Stormblessed. The novel explores the return of the spren and the resurgence of the Knights Radiant, an ancient order of Stormlight wielders. It delves into the political and magical struggles of the world, introducing key characters like Eshonai, a Parshendi Shardbearer, and expanding on the lore of the Voidbringers and the Cosmere universe.

The story follows Jim Hawkins, a young boy who lives at the Admiral Benbow Inn with his mother. After the death of a mysterious sea captain, Billy Bones, Jim finds a map that leads to the treasure of Captain Flint. Along with Dr. Livesey and Squire Trelawney, Jim sets sail on the Hispaniola to find the treasure, unaware that many of the crew members are former pirates of Captain Flint's ship, led by the cunning Long John Silver. The novel unfolds as a tale of adventure, mutiny, and the struggle between good and evil, with Jim facing numerous challenges and learning valuable lessons about courage and loyalty.

Rhythm of War picks up one year after the events of Oathbringer. The Knights Radiant are engaged in a protracted and brutal war against Odium’s Fused and Singer armies, with neither side gaining a significant advantage. The story introduces new technological discoveries, deepens character development, and explores themes of mental health, trauma, and social issues. The book features multiple plot arcs, intense action sequences, and emotional character moments, setting the stage for the next installment in the series[1][3][4].

The Way of Kings is an epic fantasy novel that introduces the world of Roshar, where powerful magical forces known as Surgebinding and Shardwielding shape the destiny of its inhabitants. The story primarily follows three characters: Kaladin, a former surgeon turned soldier who is now a slave; Shallan, a young woman seeking to apprentice under the scholar Jasnah Kholin; and Dalinar Kholin, a highprince troubled by visions of ancient times and the Knights Radiant. The novel explores themes of honor, loyalty, and the struggle for power in a world torn apart by war and the looming threat of the Desolation and the Voidbringers. The book is known for its detailed worldbuilding, complex characters, and the slow but intense build-up to a dramatic climax[3][4][5].