Darkness falls . . . Despair abounds . . . Evil reigns . . .

Eragon and his dragon, Saphira, have just saved the rebel state from destruction by the mighty forces of King Galbatorix, cruel ruler of the Empire. Now Eragon must travel to Ellesmera, land of the elves, for further training in magic and swordsmanship, the vital skills of the Dragon Rider. It is the journey of a lifetime, filled with awe-inspiring new places and people, each day a fresh adventure. But chaos and betrayal plague him at every turn, and Eragon isn't sure whom he can trust.

Meanwhile, his cousin Roran must fight a new battle back home in Carvahall - one that puts Eragon in even graver danger.

Will the king's dark hand strangle all resistance? Eragon may not escape with even his life . . .

The fantastic sequel to the UK and US number one bestseller and publishing phenomenom, Eragon.

About the Author

Christopher Paolini is the creator of the World of Eragon and the Fractalverse. His blockbuster The
Inheritance Cycle (Eragon, Eldest, Brisingr, Inheritance) has sold more than 40 million copies worldwide. First published at nineteen, he is the holder of the Guinness World Record for youngest author of a bestselling series. Christopher makes his home in Paradise Valley, Montana, where he continues to write stories and ask questions.

Reviews
Filled with darkness and evil, excitement and awe, this is a must for lovers of fantasy * Good Book Guide *
Wonderful . . . a real page turner, the best adventure tale you'll ever read * Scottish Sunday Herald *


Awards
Short-listed for Independent Booksellers' Week Book of the Year Award: Children's Book of the Year 2007.



Book Information
ISBN 9780552155526
Author Christopher Paolini
Format Paperback
Page Count 704
Imprint Corgi Books
Publisher Transworld Publishers Ltd
Weight(grams) 472g
Dimensions(mm) 198mm * 127mm * 41mm