Eragon
by Christopher Paolini
About This Book
When fifteen-year-old Eragon finds a polished blue stone in the forest, he thinks it's a lucky discovery. But when the stone turns out to be a dragon egg, Eragon's life changes forever. Soon he's thrust into a legendary world of magic, ancient enemies, and the fate of the kingdom.
Eragon, a poor farm boy, discovers a dragon egg that hatches into Saphira, a beautiful blue dragon. Together, they must flee their homeland when the evil King Galbatorix's servants, the Ra'zac, attack Eragon's village. Guided by the mysterious storyteller Brom, Eragon discovers he's the last of the Dragon Riders, an ancient order sworn to keep peace. As he learns swordsmanship and magic, Eragon must embrace his destiny to overthrow the tyrant king.
Why Percy Jackson Fans Will Love It
Like Percy Jackson, Eragon follows a young hero discovering his magical heritage and extraordinary destiny. The bond between Eragon and his dragon Saphira parallels the friendships and mythical connections in Rick Riordan's series. Both feature coming-of-age adventures with magic, ancient prophecies, and the struggle between good and evil forces.
Publication Details
Key Themes
If You Liked This
Memorable Quotes
"The future is not some place we are going, but one we are creating. The paths are not to be found, but made."
"Without fear there cannot be courage."
"Keep in mind that many people have died for their beliefs; it's actually quite common. The real courage is in living and suffering for what you believe."
What Works
Room for Improvement
Ready to Ride a Dragon?
Join Eragon on his epic journey from farm boy to Dragon Rider in this beloved fantasy adventure that launched a generation of readers into the world of high fantasy.