A review by kristinn
Murtagh by Christopher Paolini

adventurous dark mysterious medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

Disappointingly little character development for Murtagh, in my opinion. 
It annoys me that both Murtagh and Thorn know that Nal Gorgoth is a dangerous place, and yet Murtagh insists on staying and thus puts Thorn in danger (also going into a cave, basically Thorn’s only weakness). It’s convenient for the story, but it’s so disrespectful to Thorn. Why can’t Murtagh just swallow his pride and ask others for help?

The writing style is engaging and has a good drive, for the most part. But, the pacing is weird: the first half feels quick, quest-based and the second half is too long, feels slow.
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