Knife of Dreams by Robert Jordan

The Wheel of Time #11
813 pages, Mass Market Paperback
Condition: GOOD - A typical, average used book.  Will have small/minor signs of wear, though no tears on either cover or pages.  Binding is sound.  All of our books are second hand (Unless stated otherwise) and may contain markings,  signatures and/or gift  inscriptions 
Genres: Fantasy / Epic Fantasy / High Fantasy / Adventure / Magic

This is a fantastic overview of the escalating conflicts and converging storylines as the Wheel of Time hurtles toward Tarmon Gai'don!  The sense of impending doom and the sheer scale of the challenges facing our heroes is palpable.

Rand's Gambit: Rand's desperate attempt to secure a truce with the Seanchan, despite the treachery surrounding him, highlights the difficult choices he must make.  He's walking a tightrope, knowing that this alliance is crucial, even if it's fraught with danger.  The mention of the Forsaken and the Black Ajah adds another layer of threat, emphasizing that he's surrounded by enemies on all sides.

Perrin's Dark Bargain: Perrin's "truce with the Dark One" to save Faile underscores the desperation of his situation.  He's willing to compromise his own morality to achieve his goal, a classic hero's dilemma.  Faile's own struggle within the Shaido camp, hiding a potentially crucial secret, adds another element of suspense. The clash at Malden promises a significant battle.

Mat's Seanchan Courtship: Mat's efforts to woo Tuon, the Daughter of Nine Moons, while navigating Seanchan customs and politics, provides a lighter, yet still tense, counterpoint to the other storylines.  His struggle to understand Seanchan culture and Tuon's enigmatic behavior creates a compelling dynamic.  The revelation of Tuon's danger adds a layer of urgency to Mat's efforts.

Political Turmoil: Elayne's fight for the Lion Throne in Caemlyn, amidst the threat of civil war, adds a political dimension to the overall conflict.  This struggle for power mirrors the larger battle against the Dark One.  Egwene's internal struggle within the White Tower to undermine Elaida highlights the divisions and power plays within the Aes Sedai themselves.