In this installment of the series, the protagonists face escalating threats as they continue their quest against the Dark One. Rand al'Thor, the Dragon Reborn, journeys to the Aiel Waste to learn more about his destiny and solidify his leadership among the Aiel. Meanwhile, Perrin Aybara returns to his home in the Two Rivers to confront a deadly threat from the Whitecloaks and Trollocs, while Egwene al'Vere and Nynaeve al'Meara delve deeper into the mysteries of the One Power and the Black Ajah. As the characters navigate political intrigue and personal challenges, they uncover ancient secrets that could alter the balance of power in their world.
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Robert Jordan was the pen name of James Oliver Rigney, Jr., under which he was best known as the author of the bestselling The Wheel of Time fantasy series. He also wrote under the names Reagan O'Neal and Jackson O'Reilly.
Jordan was born in Charleston, South Carolina. He served two tours in Vietnam (from 1968 to 1970) with the United States Army as a helicopter gunner. He was awarded the Distinguished Flying …
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