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Oathbringer

by Brandon Sanderson

4.6 out of 5, from 2,604 ratings from Hardcover readers

The third book of the Stormlight Archive, a huge fantasy series about ancient oaths, storms that remake the land and warriors reviving old powers. Here the human war effort strains under a returning enemy, and one commander's past comes under a hard light.

Facts last checked 2026-10-16

First published
2017
Pace
Medium
Length
Long
Pages
1243
Format
Book 3 of 5 in The Stormlight Archive
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Read this if you are already invested in the Stormlight Archive and want its character backstories and politics to deepen.

Skip this if you haven't read the first two books, since this one leans heavily on them.

The feel

Content warnings

  • Violence
  • War
  • Death
  • Mental illness

Also reported by Hardcover readers:

  • Drug use
  • Slavery
  • Suicidal thoughts
  • Torture
  • Religious Bigotry
  • Suicide attempt
  • Domestic abuse
  • Grief

Quick answers about Oathbringer

What is Oathbringer about?
The third book of the Stormlight Archive, a huge fantasy series about ancient oaths, storms that remake the land and warriors reviving old powers. Here the human war effort strains under a returning enemy, and one commander's past comes under a hard light.
Who should read Oathbringer?
Read it if you are already invested in the Stormlight Archive and want its character backstories and politics to deepen. Skip it if you haven't read the first two books, since this one leans heavily on them.
How long and how fast is Oathbringer?
It is a medium-paced, long read of about 1243 pages, first published in 2017.
Does Oathbringer have content warnings?
Content we flag: Violence, War, Death, Mental illness.
Can I borrow Oathbringer for free?
Often, yes. Check Libby (OverDrive) to see whether your library lends Oathbringer; the borrow button above searches it for you.
What should I read after Oathbringer?
Readers who liked it often move on to The Name of the Wind, A Storm of Swords, The Eye of the World.

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