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gretchenplz's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
melissa_inwonderland's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
little_miss_darkness's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
<b>I have been a fan of the series since I was about 10 years old.</b>
I remember finding this book in my little local library in Split, Croatia. At that point, it had been out for years, but it took them a long time to get the rest of the series, so I must have re-read this one at least fifty times throughout the course of my life (I still re-read the series occasionally, as something stirs my fancy every once in a while - this time Disney+ randomly picked the film for me, and I had to go back and read the original material). I am still mad they didn't make the TV series for these books, as I think, at the least, they could be as big as Game of Thrones.
But enough about my rant.
I give this book 5 stars (in retrospect, with having read all four books, it would be four stars) because I still get that feeling every time I read it. This book has helped me when I would feel lonely growing up, and has helped stir my love for dragons and elves (I still maintain that Saphira and Arya are my favourite characters throughout the series).
Eragon tells us that everyone can get their own adventure, even a small farm boy in a tiny village in the middle of nowhere, and be the cause of great changes. Who doesn't love a good story with an evil king and rebels fighting for a just world?
I feel like Angela (kooky, amazing Angela) might be right about what she says about Brom. Poor Brom, seems doomed to spend his life fighting, never having peace. And Murtagh. Who can forget about him? I feel like he got the worst luck in this universe. Why can't he get a break?
The dwarves are fascinating as well, of course. Farthen Dur and Tronjheim sound like the places to visit, and see even once before you die. I think part of me relates to them on account of their stubbornness.
I am also fascinated by the new species first introduced in this world. We have the Ra'zac, who nobody really knows what or who they are, just that they eat human flesh and enjoy being the cause of pain and suffering of the others. The Urgals, horned monsters who relish the war and fighting and sweep through the mortal villages and cities causing death and destruction. Shades, once human themselves, now inhabited by evil spirits, relishing in darkness. Finally, werecats, covered in the shroud of mystery, always there when important things are happening, always seeming to know more than they let on.
It is an excellent introduction to the world of Alagaësia, and the Empire. It has enough of world-building to tell us more about the background, as well as the history. The author tells us enough to keep us hooked, but holds back so we know there is going to be a lot to discover in the future books. Which I appreciate, as looking back, first books are usually quite boring, and don't have a lot going on. Eragon, however, has constant danger lurking around every corner, but it's not over-tiring and has quite a few nice, mellow scenes to make us relax and get familiar with this universe.
I loved this series before I was a teenager, and now, re-reading it at the ripe age of 26, I can confidently say that I am a fan. And if they finally did make the series (or if it's another film, please oh god, let it be a long one like Lord of the Rings), I would be one of the first to view it with enthusiasm.
I remember finding this book in my little local library in Split, Croatia. At that point, it had been out for years, but it took them a long time to get the rest of the series, so I must have re-read this one at least fifty times throughout the course of my life (I still re-read the series occasionally, as something stirs my fancy every once in a while - this time Disney+ randomly picked the film for me, and I had to go back and read the original material). I am still mad they didn't make the TV series for these books, as I think, at the least, they could be as big as Game of Thrones.
But enough about my rant.
I give this book 5 stars (in retrospect, with having read all four books, it would be four stars) because I still get that feeling every time I read it. This book has helped me when I would feel lonely growing up, and has helped stir my love for dragons and elves (I still maintain that Saphira and Arya are my favourite characters throughout the series).
Eragon tells us that everyone can get their own adventure, even a small farm boy in a tiny village in the middle of nowhere, and be the cause of great changes. Who doesn't love a good story with an evil king and rebels fighting for a just world?
I feel like Angela (kooky, amazing Angela) might be right about what she says about Brom. Poor Brom, seems doomed to spend his life fighting, never having peace. And Murtagh. Who can forget about him? I feel like he got the worst luck in this universe. Why can't he get a break?
The dwarves are fascinating as well, of course. Farthen Dur and Tronjheim sound like the places to visit, and see even once before you die. I think part of me relates to them on account of their stubbornness.
I am also fascinated by the new species first introduced in this world. We have the Ra'zac, who nobody really knows what or who they are, just that they eat human flesh and enjoy being the cause of pain and suffering of the others. The Urgals, horned monsters who relish the war and fighting and sweep through the mortal villages and cities causing death and destruction. Shades, once human themselves, now inhabited by evil spirits, relishing in darkness. Finally, werecats, covered in the shroud of mystery, always there when important things are happening, always seeming to know more than they let on.
It is an excellent introduction to the world of Alagaësia, and the Empire. It has enough of world-building to tell us more about the background, as well as the history. The author tells us enough to keep us hooked, but holds back so we know there is going to be a lot to discover in the future books. Which I appreciate, as looking back, first books are usually quite boring, and don't have a lot going on. Eragon, however, has constant danger lurking around every corner, but it's not over-tiring and has quite a few nice, mellow scenes to make us relax and get familiar with this universe.
I loved this series before I was a teenager, and now, re-reading it at the ripe age of 26, I can confidently say that I am a fan. And if they finally did make the series (or if it's another film, please oh god, let it be a long one like Lord of the Rings), I would be one of the first to view it with enthusiasm.
vivicody's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
inspiring
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
anais201717's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
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faithtrustpixiedust's review
4.0
Reread with my IRL friend!
Oh man, this was such a nostalgia trip! I first read this book in the 6th grade, and proceeded to read a book in this series every year following, except for 8th grade where I read both Brisingr and Inheritance. I had memorized where in the book my favorite parts were so I could flip to them. I slept with a copy on my bed next to me. To say that I loved this series is putting it mildly hah
I think the thing that enamored me most wasn’t the world or the plot or the characters, which are all admittedly juvenile and cliche, but rather the simple fact that Paolini himself wrote it when he was just a teenager. As someone who wanted to write and didn’t think she had the skills or the ability to craft a romping fantasy, that really inspired me. Besides the simple pleasure of a wish-fulfillment dragon fantasy, this book gave me that at least.
I also find it interesting that my love of this world didn’t diminish because of this reread, though perhaps the rest of the series is still up in the air on that (I remember not liking the last book but solely for the most petty reasons hah). I say this because my other series obsession of that era in my life was Percy Jackson, and for the most part, my enthusiasm decreased significantly about that series when I reread it as an adult. (Don’t hate me on this, okay hah) Perhaps it’s just because PJ is middle grade and Inheritance is young adult?
Oh man, this was such a nostalgia trip! I first read this book in the 6th grade, and proceeded to read a book in this series every year following, except for 8th grade where I read both Brisingr and Inheritance. I had memorized where in the book my favorite parts were so I could flip to them. I slept with a copy on my bed next to me. To say that I loved this series is putting it mildly hah
I think the thing that enamored me most wasn’t the world or the plot or the characters, which are all admittedly juvenile and cliche, but rather the simple fact that Paolini himself wrote it when he was just a teenager. As someone who wanted to write and didn’t think she had the skills or the ability to craft a romping fantasy, that really inspired me. Besides the simple pleasure of a wish-fulfillment dragon fantasy, this book gave me that at least.
I also find it interesting that my love of this world didn’t diminish because of this reread, though perhaps the rest of the series is still up in the air on that (I remember not liking the last book but solely for the most petty reasons hah). I say this because my other series obsession of that era in my life was Percy Jackson, and for the most part, my enthusiasm decreased significantly about that series when I reread it as an adult. (Don’t hate me on this, okay hah) Perhaps it’s just because PJ is middle grade and Inheritance is young adult?
gr8estestqueen's review against another edition
4.0
I love this book though there were some parts that didn’t really make sense. There were also very cringing parts. Overall Saphira is beautiful and majestic. Though, I don’t think I would like his other books because his writing style is a little different to what I am used to. It’s 4 stars because I love the unexpected turns at every chapter and Saphira and Eragon’s bond just makes up for everything. I also love how they added all races. Though, I am currently reading Eldest, thee next book, I find it that the series gets better and better despite the fact that usually series really don’t get better than the first book. So, yeah, those are my thoughts. Pls do read this book for the good parts make up for the bad parts.
mtnielsen56's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
kristenv's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75