Eldest by Christopher Paolini

704 pages first pub 2005 (editions)

fiction fantasy young adult adventurous medium-paced

Description

Eragon and his dragon, Saphira, have just saved the rebel state from destruction by the mighty forces of King Galbatorix. Now Eragon must travel to Ellesmera, land of the elves, for further training in the skills of the Dragon Rider: magic and swo...

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Moods

adventurous 99%
emotional 36%
tense 32%
mysterious 29%
dark 19%
challenging 16%
inspiring 16%
hopeful 15%
reflective 11%
sad 8%
funny 7%
lighthearted 4%
relaxing 3%
informative 1%

Pace

medium 55%
slow 35%
fast 8%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 60% | Plot: 23% | Character: 15%

Strong character development?

Yes: 86% | It's complicated: 7% | No: 5%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 77% | It's complicated: 13% | No: 7%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 53% | No: 26% | It's complicated: 15% | N/A: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 59% | It's complicated: 19% | No: 19% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

3.8

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