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 Ellesmera, 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-inspring 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. . . .