The most controversial WoT book. While the world reacts to the Cleansing, Jordan focuses on political maneuvering and character positioning. Mat and Tuon's dynamic begins in earnest. Egwene is captured by the Tower Aes Sedai. For completists only — but the seeds planted here bloom spectacularly.
Skip if you dislike:
Moods: Slow Political Transitional Atmospheric
Tropes: Reactions to Cleansing Political Maneuvering Mat and Tuon Egwene Captured
Fan consensus says yes — but Mat/Tuon and Egwene sections are excellent.
Not recommended — important plot threads are established.
Dramatically — Knife of Dreams is a return to form.