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Lord of Chaos (The Wheel of Time, #6)

Robert Jordan
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Lord of Chaos (The Wheel of Time, #6)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1995

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Robert Jordan

Lord of Chaos (The Wheel of Time, #6)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1995
Book Details
Pages

1011

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Randland • Medieval Fantasy World

Publication Year

1995

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

16+ years

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Super Short Summary

Lord of Chaos by Robert Jordan is the sixth book in the epic fantasy series The Wheel of Time. It continues the journey of individuals navigating complex power struggles and growing threats, with a focus on the protagonist's evolving leadership and alliances. Themes of destiny, duty, and conflict remain central throughout the narrative.

Reviews & Readership

4.4

198,762 ratings

81%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Lord of Chaos by Robert Jordan, the sixth installment in The Wheel of Time series, continues to captivate with its rich world-building and complex character arcs. Readers praise its deep plot and political intrigue but note its slower pacing and intricate subplots can be overwhelming. Nonetheless, it remains a must-read for epic fantasy enthusiasts.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Lord of Chaos (The Wheel of Time, #6)?

Readers who relish epic fantasy sagas filled with intricate world-building, complex characters, and political intrigue will enjoy Lord of Chaos by Robert Jordan. Comparable to J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings and George R.R. Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire, this book appeals to those who appreciate mythic depth and expansive storytelling.

4.4

198,762 ratings

81%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

1011

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Randland • Medieval Fantasy World

Publication Year

1995

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

16+ years

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