The Gathering Storm is #1 on the New York Times
Posted by Jason on November 4th, 2009 in the Book Tour, Brandon Sanderson, Magazine Articles, Publishing, The Gathering Storm, Tor Books category

The Gathering Storm, the twelfth book in the Wheel of Time series, debuted at the number one spot on the prestigious New York Times bestseller list. This is the fifth WoT novel to hold the spot, and the first time that author Brandon Sanderson has been there. Gathering Storm’s appearance on the list ended a six or seven week reign that Dan Brown’s The Lost Symbol had been holding onto.

Congratulations to Brandon Sanderson and “Team Jordan” for this outstanding effort and accomplishment. And of course, congratulations as well to the late Robert Jordan, who’s book this truly is.

The Gathering Storm - US Book cover

Media Reviews of The Gathering Storm

What the fans are saying
We put a call out on Twitter for Gathering Storm reviews. Here’s a sampling of what people had to say:

  • @rickyteachey: Book 12 of WoT renews the promise of the first 4 to 5 books with a vengeance-expectations renewed! The blind man sees again.
  • @Thesleepingwolf: #TGS was a non-stop thrill ride, it pulls you in and makes you part of the pattern and leaves you desperate for more!
  • @Faelai: #TGS is one of the best WoT novels to date. Fast paced and exciting with excellent characterization and emotional depth.
  • @Kdude10: just finished #TGS today, all I can say is: MADE OF AWESOME! The end was good, but my favorite parts were the Egwene POVs.
  • @skatter: The #TGS audiobook is keeping me sane at work, and though only 1/2 way thru, is an astonishingly good book. RJ would be proud.
  • @BetrayerOfHope7: I absolutely love #TGS I think that Brandon did an excellent job and the story is as deep and thrilling as ever
  • @ShadedGlory: TGS was everything i expected and more, cant wait to read the other books, Brandon Sanderson is amazing
  • @protonone: Is this the book we were thought we would get? No. But that does not change the fact that TGS is one of the best books in tWOT.
  • @timee1989: A much faster read (despite the length), while still remaining true to the story. Can’t wait for ToM!
  • @juveth: The Wheel spins faster, it’s threads unraveling, and major plot threads ending. One of the best books yet in the series!
  • @linksan: The best book as of yet. The character development and the suspense had me skipping out on Halloween fun to sit and read.
  • @Kiroshadow: Brandon Sanderson is Jordan Reborn. It was that good.
  • @rucci14: In TGS Sanderson and Jordan NAILED IT. Love the fast past, humor, and heartbreaking moments. RJ would be proud.
  • Read what people are saying about #TGS on Twitter

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    Sherry Says:
    July 27th, 2010 at 3:24 am

    Robert Jordan was Lews Therin. Brandon Sanderson is RAND BLOODY AL’THOR. He channelled the knowledge of Jordan but made it his own. I laughed out loud and cried. The first in the series to make me do either. WOW.

  2. 48
    Alan Says:
    July 6th, 2010 at 3:52 pm

    Read the book in only 4 days! I got to say Sanderson portrays the story well. Wish there was more Perrin to it (I like the personal wolf conflict) but I’m sure he’ll get his share of the limelight in the other 2 books. I started reading this barely 2 years ago and I read all first 11 books in 2 months. I shocked myself with how much I loved the series. And shortly after, RJ dies?…. :( Made me sad. I wish for the others to come quick but I dont at the same time or that would mean a sooner end to the adventure… Man, I got teary-eyed at two points in the book: When Rand was being controlled by the male a’dam and was choking Min, and at the end where the old Rand finally resurfaces. Haha what a way to spend a vacation…

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    rachael Says:
    June 21st, 2010 at 11:52 am

    just got it. 100pages in. it’s good, but disappointing. so sad that jordan didnt get to finish it. sanderson is ok, but can’t hold a candle to jordan. i’ve lost my joy in reading this series. i will finish it. but won’t enjoy it the way i used to. ::sigh::

  4. 46
    Bobby Says:
    May 26th, 2010 at 10:08 am

    I just finished TGS, and I am damned proud!! It lets me know that there is still RIGHT in this world!! Whether it is real or not, that people, when forced, can choose what is right over what is easy! Nothing easy is worth doing but, if it’s right it’s worth everything. I was worried about Sanderson’s work, the book read faster but it was still important, you needed to know everything that was written, nothing felt left out. I missed Mat, Thom, & Perrin but I have a feeling they’ll get their story told soon! Can’t wait for the next one!!

  5. 45
    Allen Says:
    April 30th, 2010 at 2:28 am

    Just finished TGS last night and loved every page of it. I must admit I was a little worried if the feel would be the same but Brandon did a wonderful job and it almost feels as if Robert is being channeled by Brandon. Great job and can’t wait for the next book. Tick Tick… The wait continues.

  6. 44
    Mathew Kirk Says:
    April 22nd, 2010 at 8:35 pm

    Amazing… sadly… i feel as if I am starving for more… wonderful job By Brandon… truly a feat to be proud of!!!

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    Joseph Hansen Says:
    April 21st, 2010 at 9:52 am

    Just finished The Gathering Storm on Monday. I could not stop reading the last three hundred pages, it is as exciting as any of the other eleven and better written as far as pace and tension go. I used to get frustrated as I waited for the next book to find out what happens to Matt or Perrin where this book touches on all of the main protags. Left me hanging with the mysterious letter left with Matt by Verin, hope that he opens with that in the next book. Major changes have taken place and I am looking forwards to seeing how they all come together. Please oh please lord, don’t let me die until this series is complete.

    Thanks for the great read.

    PS no I am not sick or planning on dying soon, but anything can happen.

  8. 42
    Martin Says:
    January 31st, 2010 at 5:03 pm

    The Gathering Storm is certainly a great book, i borrowed it from the library a few months back.

  9. 41
    Carol Says:
    January 15th, 2010 at 2:18 pm

    Like many other WoT fans, I too was worried about the final book(s). I started reading this series when the first book came out, so I have patiently waited from book to book for nearly 20 years. Like other fans, I was quite saddened by Mr. Jordon’s death, but also extremely disappointed that my journey with his colorful characters and all absorbing story might be at at end. It was with much relief and some trepidation that I found that Mr. Jordon had not left us without ‘dessert’ to complete our meal. But I worried – could someone else really pull this major feat off? The pressure – geez! I just finished TGS and I want to cry because I have to wait another year and another. The book was absolutely amazing and I cannot stop walking around with it, clasped to my chest, telling everyone I see how fabulous it turned out. I know it was because of the genuine desire of Harriet and Brandon to stay true to the original journey…and to produce something that would have made Mr. Jordan proud and give WoT fans a stunning conclusion. Unbelievable! Thank you so much!!

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