Brisingr

nDon't miss the latest book from the author of Eragon, The Fork, the Witch, and the Worm: Tales from Alaga sia nPerfect for fans of Lord of the Rings, the New York Times bestselling Inheritance Cycle about the dragon rider Eragon has sold over 35 million copies and is an international fantasy sensation. With newly updated interlocking art across the spines of all four books n nOaths sworn . . . loyalties tested . . . forces collide. n nIt's been only months since Eragon first uttered brisingr, the ancient language term for fire. Since then, he's not only learned to create magic with words-he's been challenged to his very core. 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 adventure 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. n nFirst is Eragon's oath to his cousin, Roran: to help rescue Roran's beloved from King Galbatorix's clutches. But Eragon owes his loyalty to others, too. The Varden are in desperate need of his talents and strength-as are the elves and dwarves. When unrest claims the rebels and danger strikes from every corner, Eragon must make choices-choices that will take him across the Empire and beyond, choices that may lead to unimagined sacrifice. n nEragon is the greatest hope to rid the land of tyranny. Can this once simple farm boy unite the rebel forces and defeat the king? n nPraise for The Inheritance Cycle: nAn authentic work of great talent. --New York Times Book Review nPaolini is a spellbinding fantasy writer. --The Boston Globe nA breathtaking and unheard of success. --USA Today nChristopher Paolini is a true rarity. --The Washington Post nChristopher Paolini make s] literary magic. -People nThe new 'It' book of children's lit. -U.S. News & World Report n nA #1 New York Times Bestseller nA #1 Publishers Weekly Bestseller nA #1 USA Today Bestseller nA Wall Street Journal Bestsellern