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Eragon

The Inheritance Cycle, Book 1

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Eragon

By: Christopher Paolini
Narrated by: Gerard Doyle
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Gerrard Shale's reading turns this magnificent adventure into a thrilling audiobook for fans of all ages.

When Eragon finds a polished 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 soon 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...

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Critic Reviews

A compelling and action-filled adventure . . . A galloping good example of its genre
This book is an achievement. Readers will be transported
A portrayal of true affection between boy and dragon - Paolini writes like someone gripped by his own story
A stirring fantasy of epic proportions
Christopher has created a complex and fascinating world in this first book of his Eragon trilogy . . . Filled with history, ancient tales, magic, magical creatures, and with a superbly crafted story "Eragon" is sure to delight many lovers of fantasy tales
It's a story of mystery, excitement and magic . . . A riproaring story (also featured in Haverhill Echo)
This is an action-packed fantasy adventure that will appeal to both adults and younger readers
My 12-year-old son loves fantasy and adventure novels, and after reading Eragon on his suggestion, I now understand why: this book creates an alternate world... Emerging out of it to face ordinary life in 2006 London is a startling wrench
All stars
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Hate the dragons voice and the dialogue feels forced at times but otherwise good story.

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The voice of Saphira and the werecat should definitely be re-recorded. The rest is good... bordering on great, but please take the time to re- do those two voices. This story is great and deserves better. Saphira is supposed to be sophisticated and wise, with ancient knowledge, more than mere mortals can comprehend... and not to mention female! Please update this series, it could be listened to over and over if not for these two infuriating, and degrading voices.

Needs updating

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Never having been a fan of the fantasy genre I gave this book a try on the recommendation of my daughter who has read all three in the series and loved them. Well worth listening to and I will be listening to the other books.

Great storyline.

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Would you consider the audio edition of Eragon: The Inheritance Cycle, Book 1 to be better than the print version?

I havn't read the print version so I would not know, but I have enjoyed the audiobook.

What did you like best about this story?

The story is edge of your seat, can't put down stuff. Its an excellent read and I unfortunately went through it way to quick, but I guess that;s the sign of a good book.

Have you listened to any of Gerrard Doyle’s other performances? How does this one compare?

I've listened to the entire series narrated by Gerrard, I couldn't imagine the characters any other way. My only issue was Sephera (a girl dragon) sounding so manly however I soon grew to love it so once I got past that it was great.

Did you have an emotional reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

Lots of laughter not so many tears in this one but the rest of the series will make you laugh cry cheer and rejoice!

Any additional comments?

An excellent book, narrated perfectly!

FANTASTIC

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The narrator is quite good really but I really don’t like the way he voices the dragon saphira- she sounds like some sort of troll. A shame as all his other narrations are fairly good.

Good story, narrator a bit off

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