Description
Eldest by Christopher Paolini is Book 2 of The Inheritance Cycle, continuing the epic fantasy story of Eragon and his dragon Saphira after the events of Eragon. Filled with dragons, magic, swordsmanship, battles and an expanding world of elves and dwarves, this young adult fantasy sequel takes Eragon deeper into Alagaësia as he prepares for the growing war against King Galbatorix.
Eragon and Saphira have survived the Battle of Farthen Dûr and helped save the Varden from destruction, but victory has only revealed how much Eragon still has to learn.
To become the Dragon Rider the rebellion needs, Eragon must travel to Ellesméra, the hidden homeland of the elves. There he begins an intense period of training in magic, combat and the ancient traditions of the Riders.
His teachers hold knowledge that could transform his abilities, but they also force Eragon to confront his own weaknesses and the enormous responsibility that comes with being one of the last free Dragon Riders.
Meanwhile, the conflict reaches back to Carvahall.
Eragon's cousin Roran faces a very different battle as the Empire closes in on his home. Forced to protect the people he loves, Roran begins a dangerous journey of his own that will eventually connect his fate with the wider struggle against Galbatorix.
Christopher Paolini expands the world introduced in Eragon with new cultures, characters, histories and magical traditions. The relationship between Eragon and Saphira remains at the heart of the story, while the novel explores loyalty, responsibility, sacrifice, identity and the consequences of power.
For readers searching for Christopher Paolini books, The Inheritance Cycle in order, dragon fantasy, young adult epic fantasy or books like The Lord of the Rings, Eldest is the essential second chapter of the saga.
The story follows Eragon and leads directly into Brisingr, continuing the battle for the future of Alagaësia.
Why You'll Love It
- Book 2 of The Inheritance Cycle
- Continues Eragon and Saphira's story
- Written by bestselling fantasy author Christopher Paolini
- Expands the magical world of Alagaësia
- Features Dragon Rider training in Ellesméra
- Introduces important new characters and allies
- Strong focus on dragons, magic and swordsmanship
- Includes Roran's major parallel storyline
- Epic battles and political conflict
- Rich high-fantasy world-building
- Ideal for fans of dragon and quest fantasy
- Essential continuation after Eragon