Even better than the first book in the series. Paolini has really developed as a writer and has added additional layers of complexity to this compelling novel.

All the basics from Eragon are here- but they have become more complex and intelligent. I particularly loved the slightly tangential nature of some aspects that diverge away from the immediate plot to create background to the world that has been created and to further enrich characters that are becoming increasingly complex.

If you liked Eragon, you will love Eldest. If you loved Eragon, you'll absolutely adore this superb sequel. Bring on book three!

I waited for a long time for this book to come out. It was well worth the wait. If you liked Eragon, the first book in the Inheritance Trilogy, you will absolutely love Eldest. It has all the magic, fighting, stories, dragons, dwarves and mystery from Eragon, plus so much more. It has interesting plot twists, and a few fresh new characters. This book leaves me hanging for the next book, kind of like Eragon did, and I will gladly wait for it.