Monday, September 17, 2007

Eldest


by Christopher Paolini
Reviewed by Shubham S. of Year 10

Eragon and his blazing blue dragon Saphira after saving the Verdana from the mighty forces of King Galbatorix, must now travel to Ellesméra, the land of elves, for further training in magic and swordsmanship, the vital skills of a dragon rider.

The story continues as Paolini recounts the chronicles of Roran and Eragon simultaneously. We see Roran return to Carvahall and find his house ruined and his father dead. Roran finds himself betrayed by his own cousin Eragon, when the neighbouring villagers inform Roran about Eragon’s departure.

Will Roran take sides with Galbatorix? Will Eragon find himself betrayed by his own cousin Roran? Will Eragon be able to train further in Ellesméra? What is Galbatorix doing to get rid of Eragon? What happens to Murtagh? Will Arya fall in love with Eragon? To find out more and the answers to these questions, do not miss this compelling, and action-filled adventure.

Rating: 7.5/10

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