Crossroads of Twilight
Book Ten of 'The Wheel of Time'
📘 About This Book
The Wheel of Time is now an original series on Prime Video, starring Rosamund Pike as Moiraine! In Crossroads of Twilight, the tenth novel in Robert Jordan’s #1 New York Times bestselling epic fantasy series, The Wheel of Time®, Rand al'Thor and his allies endure trials by fire amidst battles, sacrifices, and treachery. Fleeing from Ebou Dar with the kidnapped Daughter of the Nine Moons, whom he is fated to marry, Mat Cauthon learns that he can neither keep her nor let her go, not in safety for either of them, for both the Shadow and the might of the Seanchan Empire are in deadly pursuit. Perrin Aybara will stop at nothing to free his wife Faile from the Shaido Aiel. Consumed by rage, he offers no mercy to those he takes prisoner. And when he discovers that Masema Dagar, the Prophet of the Dragon, has been conspiring with the Seanchan, Perrin considers making an unholy alliance. Rand al'Thor, the Dragon Reborn himself, has cleansed the Dark One's taint from the male half of the True Source, and everything has changed. Yet nothing has, for only men who can channel believe that saidin is clean again, and a man who can channel is still hated and feared—even one prophesied to save the world. Now, Rand must gamble again, with himself at stake, and he cannot be sure which of his allies are really enemies. Since its debut in 1990, The Wheel of Time® by Robert Jordan has captivated millions of readers 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. The Wheel of Time® New Spring: The Novel #1 The Eye of the World #2 The Great Hunt #3 The Dragon Reborn #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 By Robert Jordan and Brandon Sanderson #12 The Gathering Storm #13 Towers of Midnight #14 A Memory of Light By Robert Jordan and Teresa Patterson The World of Robert Jordan's The Wheel of Time By Robert Jordan, Harriet McDougal, Alan Romanczuk, and Maria Simons The Wheel of Time Companion By Robert Jordan and Amy Romanczuk Patterns of the Wheel: Coloring Art Based on Robert Jordan's The Wheel of Time At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
📖 Summary
Crossroads of Twilight is the tenth installment in Robert Jordan's monumental and internationally acclaimed epic fantasy series, The Wheel of Time. Published in 2010 and spanning 623 pages of rich fiction, this book delves deeper into the complex web of trials by fire, battles, sacrifices, and treachery that define the struggle of Rand al'Thor and his allies against the encroaching darkness. As the overarching narrative reaches a critical juncture, the characters find themselves scattered across a fractured world, each dealing with heavy burdens, difficult choices, and relentless pursuers. In this volume, Mat Cauthon is desperately fleeing from Ebou Dar alongside the kidnapped Daughter of the Nine Moons, a woman he is fated to marry. Mat quickly realizes the precarious nature of his situation, learning that he can neither safely keep her nor let her go. Both the ominous forces of the Shadow and the formidable might of the Seanchan Empire are in deadly pursuit, turning his escape into a tense, high-stakes game of survival and wits. Mat's journey highlights the unexpected responsibilities that are thrust upon him as he attempts to navigate a future he never asked for while keeping himself and his companions alive. Meanwhile, Perrin Aybara is consumed by a fierce and relentless rage. He will stop at nothing to rescue his wife, Faile, who is being held captive by the Shaido Aiel. Perrin's desperate quest pushes him to the absolute brink, forcing him to make grim choices and offer no mercy to the prisoners he takes along the way. His internal struggle explores the dark compromises required when love and obsession push a character past their traditional moral boundaries. Adding to Perrin's mounting complications is his discovery regarding Masema Dagar, the enigmatic Prophet of the Dragon, whose erratic and dangerous influence threatens to derail everything Perrin is fighting to achieve. Throughout Crossroads of Twilight, the fabric of the world is continuously tested. Rand al'Thor and his diverse circle of supporters must endure continuous trials as the Last Battle draws closer. The narrative focuses heavily on the psychological and strategic aftermath of recent events, examining the quiet moments of tension, political maneuvering, and character introspection that take place between major military clashes. Robert Jordan weaves intricate subplots that demonstrate the vast scale of his fictional universe, showing how the actions of individual leaders ripple outward to affect nations, armies, and common folk alike. Ultimately, this tenth novel serves as a crucial bridge within the massive Wheel of Time series. It places its primary focus on the human element of epic fantasy, showcasing how heroes and ordinary people alike cope with extreme stress, impossible destinies, and the heavy toll of ongoing war. Readers who appreciate expansive world-building, deeply flawed and realistic characters, and intricate political and magical landscapes will find plenty to engage with as the pieces are meticulously moved into place for the conflicts yet to come.
🎯 Key Lessons
⚖️ Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
Expands deeply on the motivations and internal conflicts of major characters
Maintains the rich and immersive world-building characteristic of the series
Offers high-stakes tension involving Mat and Perrin's separate journeys
Advances the overarching plot threads leading toward the epic conclusion
⚠️ Cons
The slower pacing focuses more on introspection and setup than rapid action
Not every main character receives equal page time or forward momentum
✍️ About the Author
Robert Jordan (1948-2007) was an American author best known for 'The Wheel of Time', an epic fantasy series of fourteen novels completed after his death by Brandon Sanderson.
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Who is the author of Crossroads of Twilight? +
The book was written by Robert Jordan.
What number book in the series is this? +
This is the tenth novel in The Wheel of Time series.
What is Mat Cauthon's main dilemma in this book? +
Mat is fleeing from Ebou Dar with the Daughter of the Nine Moons, realizing he can neither safely keep her nor let her go while being pursued by the Shadow and the Seanchan.
Why is Perrin Aybara consumed by rage? +
Perrin is desperate to free his wife Faile from the captivity of the Shaido Aiel.
How many pages does Crossroads of Twilight contain? +
The book contains 623 pages.
