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….
After watching the movie I decided to read the books again. I gotta say I'm not surprised the movie didn't make it, it deviated so very far from the book. Although not as exciting the second time (after all no mysteries I already know the answers! ) I still really enjoy the story and am amazed at the skill of the young author. The languages, the dragons, the scary bad guys . . if you've never read this series then get to it!
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