Eldest by Christopher Paolini

23 hours, 30 minutes first pub 2005 (editions)

fiction fantasy young adult adventurous medium-paced

Description

Darkness FallsSwords ClashEvil Reigns. Eragon and his dragon, Saphira, have just saved the rebel state from destruction by the mighty forces of King Galbatroix, cruel ruler of the Empire. Now Eragon must travel to Ellesmra, land of the elves, for ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 19,059 reviews

Moods

adventurous 99%
emotional 38%
tense 32%
mysterious 30%
dark 18%
inspiring 16%
challenging 14%
hopeful 14%
reflective 10%
funny 7%
sad 7%
lighthearted 4%
relaxing 3%
informative 1%

Pace

medium 53%
slow 36%
fast 9%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 61% | Plot: 24% | Character: 13%

Strong character development?

Yes: 86% | It's complicated: 6% | No: 5%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 78% | It's complicated: 12% | No: 7% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 50% | No: 28% | It's complicated: 17% | N/A: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 58% | It's complicated: 21% | No: 18% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

3.78

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