Following the colossal battle against the Empire’s warriors on the Burning Plains, Eragon and his dragon, Saphira, have narrowly escaped with their lives. Still there is more at hand for the Rider and his dragon, as Eragon finds himself bound by a tangle of promises he may not be able to keep. First is Eragon’s oath to his cousin Roran: to help rescue Roran’s beloved, Katrina, from King Galbatorix’s clutches. But Eragon owes his loyalty to others, too. When unrest claims the rebels and danger strikes from every corner, Eragon must make choices—choices that may lead to unimagined sacrifice. Eragon is the greatest hope to rid the land of tyranny. Can this once-simple farm boy unite the rebel forces and defeat the king? (Ages 9-12)
Hardcover: 784 pages
Publisher: Random House Children's Bk. ( September 23, 2008 )
Item #: 64-8291
ISBN: 9780375826726
Product Dimensions: 6.0 x 9.0 x 0.0 inches
Product Weight: 37.0 ounces

each book gets better - unlike many other series. his battle descriptions are authentic and his attention to the details of each scene makes you feel like you are there. i am impressed with paolini's maturity as a writer; it is easy to see his skill increase with each book in the series. i am definitely a fan and hope he continues to write for a long time - whether it be of dragons or any other great story.
Reviewer: catherinem
The third of the Eragon Saga is the best one of all. Desciption of the locations make you feel like you're there. The characters are real and the action unending. Couldn't put it down. A worthy read.
Reviewer: Charles
I just wanted to say thank you. In a time of world changes that can become stressful. Your book has allowed me to excape and have faith in a underdog hero living in a great fantasy that I hope continues to an epic status.
Reviewer: David
good, fast read. need the next one to either continue the story or conclude it
Reviewer: ann
this book is terrific read only problem where's book four the ending makes you need to continue with the series even if you didn't like it and how could anyone not.
Reviewer: sarah s