Book #13 of 13 in The Wheel of TimeStatus: Ongoing

A Memory Of Light

Quick Answer

Read "A Memory Of Light" as the 13th book in the The Wheel of Time sequence. This follows the recommended publication order to preserve character development.

Sequence Warning

⚠️ Do NOT read before "Towers Of Midnight" (Book 12)

❓ Can I skip this book?

❌ No — Required

This book is essential to the core narrative and character development.

Verdict Insight: As the 13th installment, this volume is critical for following the central narrative progression and plot development.

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Since 1990, when Robert Jordan’s The Wheel of Time® burst on the world with its first book, The Eye of the World, readers have been anticipating the final scenes of this extraordinary saga, which has sold over forty million copies in over thirty languages. When Robert Jordan died in 2007, all feared that these concluding scenes would never be written. But working from notes and partials left by Jordan, established fantasy writer Brandon Sanderson stepped in to complete the masterwork. With The Gathering Storm (Book 12) and Towers of Midnight (Book 13) behind him, both of which were # 1 New York Times hardcover bestsellers, Sanderson now re-creates the vision that Robert Jordan left behind. Edited by Jordan’s widow, who edited all of Jordan’s books, A Memory of Light will delight, enthrall, and deeply satisfy all of Jordan’s legions of readers. The Wheel of Time turns, and Ages come and pass. What was, what will be, and what is, may yet fall under the Shadow. Let the Dragon ride again on the winds of time.

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Complete Series Reading Order

Publication Order

Preserves character reveals and plot twists exactly as the author intended.

Chronological Order

May spoil surprises but improves timeline clarity for deep lore fans.

Order Confidence

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Why this order?

These final three books (The Gathering Storm, Towers of Midnight, and A Memory of Light) were originally conceived as a single twelfth and final volume by Robert Jordan. Following his death, Brandon Sanderson utilized Jordan's extensive notes and expanded the conclusion into these three separate installments.

Why This Order Is Confusing

Many reading lists for The Wheel of Time conflict because early publishers often labeled short story collections as standalone novels, or rearranged internal chronologies for marketing. This guide follows original author intent and narrative continuity to settle the debate for good.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I skip reading A Memory Of Light?

This book is essential to the core narrative and character development.

Can I read A Memory Of Light before Towers Of Midnight?

No. We recommend reading Towers Of Midnight first. A Memory Of Light is the 13th book in the series and follows the core narrative established in earlier volumes.