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Other titles in the Inheritance series:Eragon (Inheritance Cycle #01)by Christopher Paolini
AwardsNominated for the American Library Association 2003 Best Books For Young Adults Award
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"This first novel is dynamite; it makes a great read for the young adult in you. This is a classic 'sword and sorcery novel' with a boy, a dragon, and a sword. Paolini's book is a little reminiscent of other books you may have read, but his own voice comes through. And I believe his voice will only get clearer as the trilogy progresses." Synopses & ReviewsPublisher Comments:Review:"[An] impressive epic fantasy....[Paolini's] use of language dispenses with the floral, pastoral touch in favor of more direct prose....An auspicious beginning to both career and series." Publishers Weekly Review:"An impressive start to a writing career that's sure to flourish." Booklist (Starred Review) Review:"[A] vigorously written high fantasy epic....Legacies etched in stars and dreams guide his steps in this enchanting adventure. Eragon is highly recommended for dedicated fantasy enthusiasts." Midwest Book Review Review:"[A] solid, sweeping epic fantasy..." Kirkus Reviews Review:"The empathetic characters and interesting plot twists will appeal to the legions of readers who have been captivated by the Lord of the Rings trilogy and are looking for more books like it." School Library Journal Review:"Full praise to Eragon, and I want more! A winner...tip of the hat to young master Paolini." Anne McCaffrey, author of the Dragonriders of Pern series Review:"A promising new author finds his literary legs in this engaging story....Overwritten action sequences and occasionally forced dialogue do not detract too much from the interesting and entertaining tale." VOYA Review:"Paolini takes a little Tolkien, a little McCaffrey, a coming-of-age quest, and combines them with some wicked good storytelling....Fantasy buffs will find themselves immersed in a world of magic and sword fighting...eagerly awaiting Book Two." KLIATT Synopsis:One boy One dragon A world of adventure When Eragon finds a polished blue stone in the forest, he thinks it is the lucky discovery of a poor farm boy; perhaps it will buy his family meat for the winter. But when the stone brings a dragon hatchling, Eragon realizes he has stumbled upon a legacy nearly as old as the Empire itself. Overnight his simple life is shattered, and he is thrust into a perilous new world of destiny, magic, and power. With only an ancient sword and the advice of an old storyteller for guidance, Eragon and the fledgling dragon must navigate the dangerous terrain and dark enemies of an Empire ruled by a king whose evil knows no bounds. Can Eragon take up the mantle of the legendary Dragon Riders? The fate of the Empire may rest in his hands... Synopsis:Fifteen-year-old Eragon believes that he is merely a poor farm boy - until his destiny as a Dragon Rider is revealed. Gifted with only an ancient sword, a loyal dragon, and sage advice from an old storyteller, Eragon is soon swept into a dangerous tapestry of magic, glory, and power. Now his choices could save - or destroy - the Empire. "An authentic work of great talent." — The New York Times Book Review "Christopher Paolini make[s] literary magic with his precocious debut." — People "Unusual, powerful, fresh, and fluid." — Booklist, Starred "An auspicious beginning to both career and series." -- Publishers Weekly A New York Times Bestseller A USA Today Bestseller A Book Sense Bestseller About the AuthorWhat Our Readers Are SayingAdd a comment for a chance to win!
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