Special adult edition of the fantastic sequel to the UK and US number one bestseller and publishing phenomenon, ERAGON.
Christopher Paolini is the creator of the World of Eragon and the
Fractalverse. His blockbuster The
Inheritance Cycle (Eragon, Eldest, Brisingr, Inheritance) has sold
more than 40 million copies worldwide. First published at nineteen,
he is the holder of the Guinness World Record for youngest author
of a bestselling series. Christopher makes his home in Paradise
Valley, Montana, where he continues to write stories and ask
questions.
Filled with darkness and evil, excitement and awe, this is a must
for lovers of fantasy
*Good Book Guide*
Wonderful . . . a real page turner, the best adventure tale you'll
ever read
*Scottish Sunday Herald*
Gr 5 Up-Eragon and his dragon, Saphira, have survived the battle at Tronjheim, but their challenges are not over. Galbatorix, the corrupt emperor, still rules Alagaesia and is looking for them. The magically bonded pair must help the rebellious Varden regroup after their leader is slain. Eragon helps deal with the resulting diplomatic complexities and then leaves for Du Weldenvarden, the home of the Elves, in order to finish his training as a Dragon Rider. Meanwhile, his cousin Roran must unite the small town of Carvahall as it is battered by Galbatorix's forces, including the nasty Ra'zac. The story alternates between Eragon and Saphira and their political maneuvering and Roran and his more traditional adventure over land and sea. Paolini provides a worthy companion to Eragon (Knopf, 2003), though it does not stand alone (a summary of the first book will be included in the final edition). The plot-indeed, most of the fantasy conventions-is heavily inspired by Tolkien, McCaffrey, and especially George Lucas. The momentum of the narrative is steady and consistent: a problem presents itself and is neatly (and conveniently) solved before the next one arises, making it appealing to some adventure-quest fantasy fans and runescape.com players. Eragon's journey to maturity is well handled. He wrestles earnestly with definitions for good and evil, and he thoughtfully examines the question of good at what price.While there's nothing particularly original here, the book will find its fan-base.-Sarah Couri, New York Public Library Copyright 2005 Reed Business Information.
Filled with darkness and evil, excitement and awe, this is a must
for lovers of fantasy * Good Book Guide *
Wonderful . . . a real page turner, the best adventure tale you'll
ever read * Scottish Sunday Herald *
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