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The Eye of the World

Book One of The Wheel of Time

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The Eye of the World

By: Robert Jordan
Narrated by: Rosamund Pike
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A 2023 Audie Award winner for Best Female Narrator!

"Rosamund Pike brings a fresh narration to the first book in the beloved Wheel of Time series. At 33 hours, this audiobook is no small undertaking, but Pike's impressive performance leaves listeners wanting more."—AudioFile (Earphones Award winner)

“Through her smooth, dramatic performance, award-winning actor Rosamund Pike amplifies the new audiobook of book one in Robert Jordan’s Wheel of Time series.”—BookPage

A #1 New York Times bestselling audiobook!

The Wheel of Time is an original series on Prime Video, starring Rosamund Pike as Moiraine!

This program is read by narrator Rosamund Pike, star of the hit Prime Video original series.

The Eye of the World, the first novel in Robert Jordan's #1 New York Times bestselling epic fantasy series, The Wheel of Time®, follows Moiraine Damodred as she arrives in Emond's Field on a quest to find the one prophesized to stand against The Dark One.

The Wheel of Time turns and Ages come and pass, leaving memories that become legend. Legend fades to myth, and even myth is long forgotten when the Age that gave it birth returns again. What was, what will be, and what is, may yet fall under the Shadow.

When a vicious band of half-men, half beasts invade the Two Rivers seeking their master’s enemy, Moiraine persuades Rand al’Thor and his friends to leave their home and enter a larger unimaginable world filled with dangers waiting in the shadows and in the light.

Since its debut in 1990, The Wheel of Time® has captivated millions of fans around the globe with its scope, originality, and compelling characters. The last six books in series were all instant #1 New York Times bestsellers, and The Eye of the World was named one of America's best-loved novels by PBS's The Great American Read.

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#2 The Great Hunt

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#4 The Shadow Rising

#5 The Fires of Heaven

#6 Lord of Chaos

#7 A Crown of Swords

#8 The Path of Daggers

#9 Winter's Heart

#10 Crossroads of Twilight

#11 Knife of Dreams

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#12 The Gathering Storm

#13 Towers of Midnight

#14 A Memory of Light

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Critic reviews

“His huge, ambitious Wheel of Time series helped redefine the genre.” —George R. R. Martin, author of A Game of Thrones

“Anyone who’s writing epic or secondary world fantasy knows Robert Jordan isn’t just a part of the landscape, he’s a monolith within the landscape.” —Patrick Rothfuss, author of the Kingkiller Chronicle series

The Eye of the World was a turning point in my life. I read, I enjoyed. (Then continued on to write my larger fantasy novels.)” —Robin Hobb, author of the award-winning Realm of the Elderlings series

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Excellent performance. Very enjoyable. I was happy with the original readers, but this is a great add.

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Volume is all over the place

The performance was engaging and dramatic, but the contrast in volume was frustrating, especially towards the end. The narrator acts out each part to the letter, which means when someone is speaking softly she is difficult to hear, and if someone shouting she will bellow. Unfortunately these situations happen often and right next to each other, so I'm constantly adjusting my volume. It is especially frustrating in the car when I'm trying to hear over the road sounds. Her murmuring is too quite so I turn up the volume only for my ears to bleed moments later from her shouts.

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What a voice!

Rosamund Pike was amazing. Her voice was enticing and different with every character. I can honestly say I don't think i have ever heard a better reading.

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Great performance!

The narrator in this version dies a superb job of telling a story. Nicely paced. After listening to both version I became aware of how much I overlooked in the other version because of the way it was told. The words did not changed in this one but the performance gave a most appropriate gravitas to what was being said and done in the story. Bravo!

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A wonderful story, beautifully narrated

I'm looking forward to the sequels. The storyline is complex enough to create some mystery and interest for adult readers, yet I think understandable for younger listeners. perhaps not suitable for very young listeners given the complexity of the story, and the dark/evil thread at the core of the story.

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Love this version

Rosamund Pike is fantastic. It is a real pleasure to listen to her narration. Hopefully she will narrate the remaining books (soon?)

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Excellant

I gave this a listen wondering how the narration would be with someone I haven't heard read before. Rosamund Pike did an amazing job. I hope they hire her to do the entire series.

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Loved Rosamund Pike’s narration!

Pike brought book 1 of The Wheel of Time alive! I can’t listen to book 2 until she records it. Please please give us book 2 Rosamund!

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A Masterclass in Narration

Rosamund Pike could narrate the HIPAA privacy act and make it enjoyable!

Seriously- her narration easily elevated this to my favorite audiobook yet.

If you're looking for a solid and engaging series with an exemplary performance this is well worth picking up.

My only hope is that she continues narrating the rest of the books!

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Best Narrator Ever

Rosamund Pike has changed the game. She brings the story to life. This audiobook helped me fall back in love with books.

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