Every now and then some non-Wheel of Time news comes along that we feel is worthy of sharing with everyone. In this case, Tor Books has released the first-ever sneak peek at THE WAY OF KINGS, the first novel in Brandon Sanderson’s ambitious and powerful STORMLIGHT ARCHIVES series. This is the first of ten projected novels.

If you’ve been following Brandon’s blog or his twitter account, you know there’s already quite a lot of buzz surrounding this novel. Here’s what Tor has to say about it:

Here is a world with historical depths to rival Tolkien, a deep and compelling cast of characters to rival Jordan, and a complex and involving story with all the head-spinning twists and surprises the young fantasy master has become known for. Sanderson’s unique gifts for imaginative landscapes and distinctive systems of magic and technology have never been more apparent. The Way of Kings is an ambitious and immersive first novel in a series that could ultimately redefine the fantasy landscape.

Available right now on Tor.com are the first five — yes, FIVE! — chapters of the novel: the prelude, the prologue, and the first three chapters.

If you love the Wheel of Time, then check out these opening chapters to what’s being billed as the spiritual successor to Robert Jordan’s masterpiece.

The book is available for pre-order from a number of vendors, including Amazon.com. Orders made through this link help support Dragonmount.