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Crossroads Of Twilight
Robert Jordan

Crossroads Of Twilight

Quick Answer

Read "Crossroads Of Twilight" as the 10th book in the The Wheel of Time sequence. This follows the recommended publication order to preserve character development.

Sequence Warning

⚠️ Do NOT read before "Winter's Heart" (Book 9)

❓ Can I skip this book?
❌ No — Required

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

Verdict Insight: As the 10th installment, this volume is critical for following the central narrative progression and plot development.

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Mat Cauthon flees the Shadow and the Seanchan Empire with the kidnapped Daughter of the Nine Moons, while Perrin Aybara seeks to free his captive wife, and Egwere al'Vere seeks to reunite the Aes Sedai.
Next Recommended Book

The Gathering Storm

Book #11 of 13 in Series

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

high Confidence

Why this order?

Our team of curators analyzes publication history, author interviews, and internal narrative continuity to establish the definitive reading sequence. This ensures zero spoilers and maximum narrative impact.

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 Crossroads Of Twilight?

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

Can I read Crossroads Of Twilight before Winter's Heart?

No. We recommend reading Winter's Heart first. Crossroads Of Twilight is the 10th book in the series and follows the core narrative established in earlier volumes.

Is Crossroads Of Twilight required reading for the The Wheel of Time?

Yes, it is a core installment in the series reading order and contains critical character development and plot progression.

What comes after Crossroads Of Twilight in the reading order?

The next recommended book after Crossroads Of Twilight is The Gathering Storm (Book #11).