Murtagh
The World of Eragon
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4.6 • 918 Ratings
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- $7.99
Publisher Description
INSTANT #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Master storyteller and internationally bestselling author Christopher Paolini returns to the World of Eragon in this stunning epic fantasy set a year after the events of the Inheritance Cycle. Join Dragon Rider—and fan favorite—Murtagh and his dragon as they confront a perilous new enemy!
“Christopher Paolini is a true rarity.” —The Washington Post
The world is no longer safe for the Dragon Rider Murtagh and his dragon, Thorn. An evil king has been toppled, and they are left to face the consequences of the reluctant role they played in his reign of terror. Now they are hated and alone, exiled to the outskirts of society.
Throughout the land, hushed voices whisper of brittle ground and a faint scent of brimstone in the air—and Murtagh senses that something wicked lurks in the shadows of Alagaësia. So begins an epic journey into lands both familiar and untraveled, where Murtagh and Thorn must use every weapon in their arsenal, from brains to brawn, to find and outwit a mysterious witch. A witch who is much more than she seems.
In this gripping novel starring one of the most popular characters from Christopher Paolini’s blockbuster Inheritance Cycle, a Dragon Rider must discover what he stands for in a world that has abandoned him. Murtagh is the perfect book to enter the World of Eragon for the first time . . . or to joyfully return.
Praise for Christopher Paolini:
“A spellbinding fantasy writer.” —The Boston Globe
“A breathtaking and unheard-of success.” —USA Today
“Make[s] literary magic.” —People
APPLE BOOKS REVIEW
Journey across dark, distant lands in this immersive read from fantasy superstar Christopher Paolini. Stoic dragon rider Murtagh and his fearsome red-scaled companion, Thorn, share a dark past. Enslaved by magic to do an evil king’s bidding, the pair broke free to help topple the king and his oppressive forces. But the people of Alagaësia remember Murtagh as a terrifying foe rather than a valiant fighter. Now, living in secrecy, he discovers that an evil witch may have the power to turn the land back to darkness. For Murtagh, the hunt is on—and we’re along for the incredibly thrilling ride. Murtagh is a brilliant entry to Paolini’s fantastical world of Eragon and a superb standalone fantasy adventure in its own right.
Customer Reviews
An author I can always count on.
Buying any book from Christopher Paolini is a no brainer for me. From the beautiful way he enraptures the audience in the world and characters, to the powerful and intelligent themes strewn throughout his books; I am never disappointed after reading his work.
Thank you for portraying everyone as an individual. All deserving of their own unique identity and perspective regardless of their race, gender or age.
New favorite character
Returning to this universe feels like reconnecting with an old friend, and Paolini does an excellent job of bringing depth and complexity to one of the series’ most intriguing characters.
Murtagh’s journey is gripping, offering a fresh perspective on his and Thorns internal struggles and their fight to forge a new path for themselves. The story expands the lore of Alagaësia while delivering exciting new adventures and meaningful character growth.
After reading this book, Murtagh has officially become my favorite character in the Inheritance Cycle and I couldn’t put the book down. It’s a must-read for any fan of the series and a perfect reentry into Paolini’s beautifully crafted world.
Good Read
This took me a while to finish mainly because I kept forgetting I needed to finish reading it, 😅😂. Regardless, I enjoyed coming back to the Eragon series!