Wheel of time should i read the prequel first

Reading order of The Wheel of Time is determined partially by personal preference. But, if one is particularly interested in learning even more about Moiraine and her relationship with Lan and the Aes Sedai, it might be a good idea to read it but not before its place in the publishing order listed above. After finishing Knife of Dreams , it really doesn't matter when New Spring is read. Some even prefer to save it for last. I have made the above declaration having read through the whole series for the second time.

Joined May 1, Messages I'd advise skipping it altogether. I started reading it after book 11 and I don't think it stacks up to the rest of the series. I found it boring and unnecessary. If you do read it, however, read it later. We should maybe ask Harriet Obtuse, By the time you get to book 11, the information in New Spring is just not fresh This is why I recommend it without saying specifically why - to avoid spoilage to those who are just starting the series, between book 4 and 5.

I have no judgment for those who did not like it, but it certainly gives back story and has a White Tower procedure that is not anywhere else.

Maybe it is something they talk about in the Dragonmount forum Unfortunately, that ship has sailed for me, so I'll never know. Dyloot Registered User. Joined Dec 12, Messages I'm surprised by how many readers here are suggesting not to read New Spring at all. I thought it was an absolute gift that WoT fans got this before RJ passed on.

The WoT world is a fascinating place that, in my opinion, rivals Tolkien and exceeds a vast majority of worlds in recent history. The series might have gone down hill but Jordan was an absolute master in developing the setting for this series.

I don't disagree about the world that Jordan created and I'm definitely a WoT fan. However, there are simply too many books out there that I want to read to stick with a book that I find boring and which doesn't even move the story forward. Joined Aug 18, Messages 6, Actually, I thought New Spring was really good. It was refreshingly short and brisk, and added to my appreciation of Lan and Moiraine.

I really liked it. Jan 31, PM. New spring should be read after book ten. A chapter in book eleven is much more powerful if the events of new spring are fresh in your mind.

Samuel wrote: "Alex wrote: "Well, by definition you can't have a prequel before the thing it is predating. Generally, I think, authors tend to have a story in mind at a crucial moment of crisis for the world the All of them were co-written by Leigh, btw. Refer the Rivan Codex.

Feb 01, PM. Adam wrote: "New spring should be read after book ten. A chapter in book eleven is much more powerful if the events of new spring are fresh in your mind" Very good point, Adam--I didn't think of that but it's so true. Alex wrote: "Adam wrote: "New spring should be read after book ten. A chapter in book eleven is much more powerful if the events of new spring are fresh in your mind" Very good point, Adam--I didn't think of t Tai'shar Malkier.

Feb 04, PM. Go for the Great Hunt. You're in for a long, long uphill slog with this series, no reason to make it any longer than it needs to be. Mar 10, AM.

I read the books in the order the author has written them. Loved Eddings books. I have read them at least several times.

I loved The Wheel of Time too. The first four books were fantastic. But the main plot slowed way down and got stuck on bit characters. I have good friends who just stopped reading because the plot stopped advancing. Then skip to book 13 and read the last three. Found your post searching for a recommended order for the last three books.

Your email address will not be published. Skip to content. Bear with me here. I know you went for it. Wheel of Time Reading Order. And to throw a wrench in there, that prequel was written a decade after the first book.

Do you put it at the beginning, where a prequel belongs? Or do you put it in publication order? The Purist - Publication Order.