star1428's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
emwhitten's review against another edition
4.0
4.5 stars. I love these books so much but Eragon can be such a whiny bitch sometimes lol.
thebookishatelier's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
I grew up loving the Eragon books, and had to do a reread as an adult. While I will always hold my childhood love for them near and dear to my heart, I don't enjoy them as much as I used to.
Brisingr has many flaws, namely being the pacing and irrelevant information. This book could have comfortably been 400 pages without sacrificing key (and some unimportant elements). Reading about Eragon running places multiple times for 50+ pages was not necessary. While some may enjoy it, I found the dwarves' politics to be tiresome and too lengthy. The best part of the book is the final 100-150 pages.
So, while I'm not sure 4 stars fits, I can't rate this book lower then that. This rating is not only about how the book is written, but about how much I loved this books. While I have grown as a reader and can see the flaws I didn't as a child, these books are still magical to me. It was worth reading, because the parts that are good held me captivated even now.
Brisingr has many flaws, namely being the pacing and irrelevant information. This book could have comfortably been 400 pages without sacrificing key (and some unimportant elements). Reading about Eragon running places multiple times for 50+ pages was not necessary. While some may enjoy it, I found the dwarves' politics to be tiresome and too lengthy. The best part of the book is the final 100-150 pages.
So, while I'm not sure 4 stars fits, I can't rate this book lower then that. This rating is not only about how the book is written, but about how much I loved this books. While I have grown as a reader and can see the flaws I didn't as a child, these books are still magical to me. It was worth reading, because the parts that are good held me captivated even now.
clairebartholomew549's review against another edition
5.0
Entering my reviews over from my old Goodreads profile I unearthed recently...here are some super sappy thoughts from 2009-era 14-year-old Claire!
These books get longer and longer, and I love them still.
These books get longer and longer, and I love them still.
vincent225's review against another edition
adventurous
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
onecheesetoasty's review against another edition
4.0
It's hard to dislike a single installment in a series you otherwise enjoy. And I'm not saying I disliked this book, but it was my least favorite so far. I found that I was dragging my feet to get through some of the really dense expositions. I'm sorry I just do not care about the details of dwarf politics. While learning the procedures and culture helps contextualize the population's decisions and behaviors as a whole, I feel I could have learned what I needed to in a quarter of the pages.
I also find it harder to suspend my disbelief as I read more about Roran's triumphs. When I read about the elves' immortality, speed, and strength, and the Riders' ability to gain strength from their dragon, it's hard to believe Roran can compete in this world, let alone become one of the most famous and deadly warriors as a human.
I maintain my stance that Angela is the best character in the entire series. I don't even care if she's secretly important or if she is just the eccentric herbalist; she's the best. Full stop.
I also find it harder to suspend my disbelief as I read more about Roran's triumphs. When I read about the elves' immortality, speed, and strength, and the Riders' ability to gain strength from their dragon, it's hard to believe Roran can compete in this world, let alone become one of the most famous and deadly warriors as a human.
I maintain my stance that Angela is the best character in the entire series. I don't even care if she's secretly important or if she is just the eccentric herbalist; she's the best. Full stop.
jwbaines70's review against another edition
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25