Eragon
By Christopher Paolini
Genre: YA, fantasy
Publication Date: 2003
Number of pages: 509
Plot Summary: Eragon, a young farm boy, finds a dragon egg in the mountains. He names the dragon Saphira and they share a unique bond. However, the evil King Galbatorix finds out about this rare dragon and her owner and he sends his servants after them. Eragon has to flee his home and seek assistance to help bring down Galbatorix, with his dragon in tow.
Appeal and Characteristics:
Rich details of the fantasy world.
Action packed with magical elements.
Colorful characters and creatures.
A fight for good to conquer evil.
A mix of fast and slow pace.
Story driven.
Title Read-a-likes:
The Dragon's Lair / Elizabeth Haydon
Ranger's Apprentice: The Ruins of Gorlan / John Flanagan
The Lost Years of Merlin / T. A. Barron
Author Read-a-likes:
Terry Brooks
R.A. Salvatore
Garth Nix
