In "The Hummingbird's Secret", and "With the Choedan Kal", Greg wonders how successful Rand really was, Tylor dissects the identities of the combatants outside Shadar Logoth, and Rand teams with Nynaeve for his most audacious plan.

In "What the Aelfinn Said", "A Portion of Wisdom" and "Blue Carp Street", Tylor wonders what is going on the with ghosts of Asha'man, Greg debates whether Fain's appearance was earned, and Mat finally recognizes Tuon as his future wife.

In "News in a Cloth Sack", "Another Plan", and "Cold, Fat Raindrops" Tylor feels the momentum building, Greg is excited to see Thom finally putting his mark on the series, and Mat puts plans into motion.

In "Bonds", "Expectation", and "To Surprise Queens and Kings", Tylor wonders what Verin and Cadsuane are up to, Greg sees growth in Elayne's actions and also risk, and Alanna finally gets to talk to Rand.

In "Out of Thin Air", "To Lose the Sun", and "Among the Counsels", Tylor gives reminders about Shalon, Rochaid, and other promoted minor characters, Greg wonders whether Rand actually gets his big finish in this book, and Cadsuane and Verin scheme.

In "Three Women", "Questions of Treason", and "A Matter of Property", Tylor tries to recall all the important players in Ebou Dar, Greg worries about the future of the a'dam for men, and Mat makes a fateful promise.

In "An Unexpected Encounter", "Pink Ribbons", and "An Offer", Greg highlights the contrast between the bustling city and the atrocities of the Seanchan, Tylor wonders about Tuon's instant interest in Mat, and Setalle Anan has exactly what Mat is looking for.

In " Wonderful News", "What a Veil Hides", and "In Need of a Bellfounder", Tylor wonders what Verin could be planning with all the Aes Sedai swearing to Rand, Greg is intrigued by Tuon's arrival, and Mat makes his triumphant return to the story.

In "Ideas of Importance" and "A Lily in Winter" Tylor wonders about the status of the statuettes with Nynaeve accompanying Rand, Greg highlights how much the tone suddenly shifted, and Min, Elayne, and Aviendha reach an accord.

In "A Cup of Tea" and "A Plan Succeeds", Greg has his expectations upended by Daved Hanlon, Elayne lays the groundwork for her plans, and Tylor highlights Egwene's theories about the oath rod and aging.