TV series · 2008 · broadcast syndication
Is Legend of the Seeker based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Legend of the Seeker is based on the book series The Sword of Truth by Terry Goodkind (2007).
The TV series premiered in 2008 on broadcast syndication.
The book series behind Legend of the Seeker
The Sword of Truth
Book series by Terry Goodkind · first published 2007 · high fantasy
Series of twelve epic fantasy novels written by Terry Goodkind.
The Sword of Truth: books in order
- Wizard's First Rule (1994)
- Stone of Tears (1995)
- Blood of the Fold (1996)
- Temple of the Winds (1997)
- Soul of the Fire (1999)
- Faith of the Fallen (2000)
- The Pillars of Creation (2001)
- Naked Empire (2003)
- Chainfire (2005)
- Phantom (2006)
- Confessor (2007)
- The Omen Machine (2011)
- The Third Kingdom (2013)
- Severed Souls (2014)
- Warheart (2015)
Common questions
Is Legend of the Seeker based on a book?
Yes. Legend of the Seeker is based on the book series The Sword of Truth by Terry Goodkind (2007).
Who wrote the book Legend of the Seeker is based on?
The Sword of Truth was written by Terry Goodkind and first published in 2007.
Should I read the book before watching?
Start with Wizard's First Rule, book 1 of The Sword of Truth. If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read it before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the TV series.