One of my all time faviourite fictional series: "The Inheritance trilogy" is no longer a trilogy and has now been changed to "The Inheritance Cycle".
A story that is truly gripping and worth a read if you are a looking for some great fantasy novel which can create a magic similar to the one created by Harry Potter. The second part of this series had infact beaten Harry Potter on the International bestseller charts as well.
The movie based on Eragon was a complete spoiler and was no fun watching. But the Novel deserves all the praises and is one of the best work i have came across.
Especially the second part(Eldest) is filled up with so many twists and turns that it will certainly make you feel like "why is it to end now? Why can't it go on? And when is the third part being released?" It's not as fast-paced as a Harry Potter novel, but Eldest does a great job of keeping you turning pages because it makes an entire fantasy world come alive. From the incredible details of the dwarven empire, to a forest full of elves and an incredible story of bravery, responsibility and growing up, it's an incredible book. It also has lots of battles so if you like hearing stories of fantasy wars, check it out.
As far as the Third part is concerned, the name of the third book has been revealed to be "Brisingr" and it has also been declared that the series will not be a trilogy anymore and will consist of four books. But will have to wait till this september 20th to get my hands on the third part of the series.
And for the people who are still wondering what i am talking about, here is a brief description of the Inheritance Cycle Novels as mentioned on its official website: www.alagaesia.com
Eragon:When Eragon finds a polished blue stone in the forest, he thinks it is the lucky discovery of a poor farm boy; perhaps it will buy his family meat for the winter. But when the stone brings a dragon hatchling, Eragon realizes he has stumbled upon a legacy nearly as old as the Empire itself.
Overnight his simple life is shattered, and he is thrust into a perilous new world of destiny, magic, and power. With only an ancient sword and the advice of an old storyteller for guidance,
Eragon and the fledgling dragon must navigate the dangerous terrain and dark enemies of an Empire ruled by a king whose evil knows no bounds.
Can Eragon take up the mantle of the legendary Dragon Riders?
The fate of the Empire may rest in his hands. . . .
Eldest: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 Ellesméra, land of the elves, for further training in the skills of the Dragon Rider: magic and swordsmanship.
Soon he is on the journey of a lifetime, his eyes open to awe-inspiring new places and people, his days filled with fresh adventure. But chaos and betrayal plague him at every turn,
and nothing is what it seems. Before long, Eragon doesn’t know whom he can trust.
Meanwhile, his cousin Roran must fight a new battle–one that might put Eragon in even graver danger.
Will the king’s dark hand strangle all resistance?Eragon may not escape with even his life. . . .
Brisingr:The Inheritance cycle was originally planned as a trilogy. In an October 30, 2007 press release, Paolini revealed that the third book would have been so large that it would need to be published in two volumes. An April 11, 2008 newsletter sent out by Paolini alluded that this book will be longer than either Eragon or Eldest. Brisingr is scheduled to be released on September 20, 2008;
release outside the United States will follow.
The cover of this book features the Dragon "Glaedr"
Book four's release date is unknown.
