Eldest: Book Two

Was happy with the quality

Read this after really enjoying the first. This book also did not disappoint, I really enjoyed. My only criticism is the author would benefit from a better editor. At around 670 pages I thought it was too long, large sections where a lot of not very much was happening. Still on the rest it was really enjoyable, I just feel he is a little a waffly.

Another perfect book for my collection. I love reading and spend a lot of time reading and a fair amount in books. People say get a kindle. I love the feel and smell of a proper book. You can’t beat it

This book series is incredibly brilliant, well written novels for any imaginative older reader. My 13yr old son loves these and could not wait to order and read them all. The novels are quite lengthy but wonderful storyline and will capture any book lovers interest

I thought Eragon was an exciting read but when I finished reading Eldest I was just left without words.The unfortunate thing about the books in the Inheritance cycle or any other series is that they do take a lot of influence from the Lord of the Rings trilogy. But any fantasy book that has orcs, elves or gnomes will automatically be compared to Lord of the ringsIn Eldest, you follow the stories of two people, Eragon Shadeslayer and rider of Saphira, and Roran Garrowsen, Eragon's cousin. Eragon goes to Ellesmera the land of the elves to train his magic and swordsmanship. Along the way there is plenty of danger, magic, fights, sarcasm, and of course, adventure. Far away, Roran must defend Carvahall from Ra'Zac and orcs.Christopher Poalini's writing style has changed a little in comparison to Eragon. His writing has become noticeably more mature and darker, depicting scenes of evil more powerfull than before. Just when you think nothing new can happen Paolini introduces a new plot to the book, The Roran-Eragon switch, with some chapters of "Eldest" will be about Eragon's adventures and others about what is happening to Roran and his followers. We also discover two more dragon riders, and learn about what happened to Murtagh and Eragon's mother.

I love this book! A really unexpected twist in the middle, although any true fan should have seen it coming. Finding out about 'the cripple who is whole' believe me it's so cool. if you enjoyed Eragon, you'll love this one, it's longer too which means even more excitement to get your teeth into.Point to note, it's not all from Eragon's point of view, in which it differs from the first, don't be disappointed if that's what you were expecting, these sections provide an insight into other goings on in Allegasia. I was surprised by the choice, but upon reflection I think it works, and gives the reader a better understanding of the world and the actions of those in it. Please don't let it discourage you.