Brisingr: Book III (The Inheritance Cycle)

Brisingr is definitely the best of the series so far, Paolini's writing skills have improved leaps and bounds from Eragon and he has created a rich, involving and highly detailed world, obviously well thought out and painstakingly wrought. I have loved to watch Eragon grow and mature as he takes up his responsibilities, and while he still obviously cares for Arya, I'm glad he doesn't spend half the book drooling over her like a moonstruck calf. I almost wish he wasn't quite so impervious to harm, it's hard to be too excited about an upcoming battle or concerned about the hero's fate when he can heal himself out of hand, no matter how dire his wounds. Yes, it's wordy, but it is a book, not a text message, a book dealing with an epic war spanning an empire, several different cultures and peoples and dozens of characters with multiple storylines. What did you expect? I think that everyone is just too used to watching TV or playing video games and wants instant gratification. All in all, I'd say this is the best of the series so far and a wonderful, rich, thrilling adventure in its own right. The only thing I was disappointed in was that lack of a conclusion. I've been waiting for the end of the Eragon saga for a couple of years now and I was not aware that the series had be extended to four books, so the words "The story will continue and conclude in book four." were a shock. But rest assured, when the fourth book comes out I will be one of the first in line to buy it.

This book follows the battle on the Burning Plains. Eragon's loyalties are pulled in multiple directions and he has to make decisions on which promises to fulfill. Roran needs help saving Katrina from the Ra'zac, the Varden need his help in the battlefield, and the elves and dwarves are also fighting battles throughout Alagaesia and need his help. In this book, you encounter many new situations. Eragon goes on a journey to help Roran, while the Varden deal with unrest and low morale in the army. Eragon also makes a trip to Tronjheim to sit in on the election of a new dwarf king. This book carries Eragon all over Alagaesia. My favorite part is when you finally learn the meaning of Solembum's prophecy regarding the Menoa Tree. This book actually made me cry at parts! The writing is absolutely fantastic. Each book in the Inheritance Cycle is better than the last! It is obvious that Christopher Paolini has grown as a writer since the first book. When I read Chris Paolini's books, I can't put them down! The depth of detail and his writing style provide a vivid mental image. I can read his books and it's like watching a movie in my head. I hope he finishes that fourth book soon. It's as bad as it used to be to wait for the next Harry Potter book! This book left many loose ends to tie up in the final book. There are still a couple of parts so Solembum's prophecy that haven't been fulfilled (such as Eragon leaving Alagaesia forever), so I look forward to the end of the series!

As a longtime fan of The Inheritance Cycle, I found Brisingr: Book III absolutely captivating. Christopher Paolini has done an incredible job continuing the journey of Eragon and Saphira. The story is filled with intense battles, deeper character development, and intricate plot twists that keep you turning the pages. The world-building is rich and immersive, pulling you deeper into Alagaësia. This book is a fantastic addition to the series, and I highly recommend it to anyone who loves epic fantasy.

Brisingr is a worthy successor to Eragon and Eldest. It improves in many aspects over the first two, and falls short in others, but overall, is a very good book. However, given the choice, I preferred Eldest. I have a LOT to say about Brisingr, so I'll break it down into pros and cons here: Pros: *Increasing good prose and dialogue. *Roran's chapters were very strong. *Some brief insight into the mind of Murtagh, which was extremely well thought out and developed, solidifying Murtagh's position as the best character in the saga. *Fast-paced, despite some rather prolonged scenes with little happening. I couldn't put the book down without reading at least 150 pages every time I opened it. *Arya finally shows some real personality, talking a little about her past and her relationship with Faolin. (Though Eragon's thoughts about this were rather dumb.) *There was a nice twist on the traditional mentor death towards the end. *We finally get some insight into Galbatorix's mindset, hearing a well thought-out speech from him at the end. *Increasing originality. *Some very neat characters here and there, such as Rhunon, Elva, and numerous new dwarves. *Despite the seemingly black-and-white nature of the conflict between the Varden and Empire, shades of gray appear when the characters question their cause. Cons: *Too much of the book is focused on Eragon. About 80% of the pages are from his point of view, a disturbing unbalanced situation considering that he is only one of five characters who have their own POV in this book. *The more I read, the more I dislike Eragon. He's becoming increasingly ruthless, slaughtering anyone in his way, even those only doing their jobs or forced to serve the Empire. He becomes so cold and uncaring you really have to wonder if he should be a villain, not the hero. He tries very hard to justify his actions, spouting nonsense about how the ends will justify the means and that he'd only be evil if he enjoyed killing, philosophy that is repeated through the book. Most of the problems I have with the series stem from Eragon or the overemphasis on him. What makes it worse is that the rebel faction praises him as a hero, inflating his already bloated ego. There were times when I felt like Galbatorix was the lesser evil, here. *Murtagh is wasted. Despite how powerful and dangerous he is to the Varden, he doesn't wreak nearly as much havoc as he could or should. He is only briefly seen in Brisingr, and is treated more like an environmental hazard that the characters have to avoid rather than a real villain. It's a pity, because Murtagh is easily the best character and the insights into his personality we do see are very complex and three-dimensional. *The plot is a little weaker in structure than Eldest, with some rather prolonged sessions of dwarf politics and dialogue. At times, the plot feels more like a collection of errands that Eragon has to run rather than a chain of events that leads up to the conclusion. *Nasuada becomes so power-crazed and tyrannical in this book that I was hoping Elva would just let one of those assassins kill her so Roran or someone could lead the Varden instead. *The morals are messed up, as previously mentioned. Too much time is spent with the rebels spouting self-justified diatribe on why they are in the right, and why its okay for them to be burning and pillaging on the path to opposing Galbatorix. Conclusion: Brisingr is a great book, but the series is beginning to get weighed down by some obvious problems stemming from the author's choices. Paolini has talent, but he's misusing those talents by focusing on Eragon as the hero and forgetting Murtagh. He's taking the story in the wrong directions and, I think, making a lot of bad decisions when it comes to what he will do. He's doing what he's doing well, but he isn't so good at deciding what should be done.

Incredible writing, incredible story. I look forward to jumping right into the next book in the series! Love it so much

I wanted the next book in the Inheritance Cycle series and Amazon had the cheapest price. I was originally nervous to order a book online and that it would show up damaged, but it showed up in perfect condition! I really enjoyed this book and I will be ordering the next one in the series on Amazon.

Christopher Paolini writes lists. These lists are things that Eragon has done, and things Eragon needs to do. The first two novels felt like I was reading these lists, and although the lists were interesting to read, especially how Paolini's mind makes connections, they were definitely lists. While reading through Brisingr, I was looking for lists. I was dumbfounded as near the end of the book, I hadn't found any remnants of a list. I continued reading, and by the end of the book, there were no lists. Then I sat back and thought about it. There were lists! Throughout the entire book. However, this time, I couldn't see the lists. Paolini started out young, and while his skill at the art of creatively pulling together information, albeit not very original information, is dazzling, his writing hasn't always been very mature. Brisingr changes this. Brisingr's stories of honor, obligation, love, betrayal, and personal introspection have evolved beyond those of its predecessors, and Brisingr is amazing because of it. Brisingr brings together (almost) all of the questions brought forth in the first two novels, and throughout the course of the book, answers them faithfully. Some of the answers are surprising, yet deep down, a careful reader knows that the answers were always there. Then, in a fashion true to the mythology of Alagaesia, presents new questions out of the old, and moves characters in new ways, all to set up the final march to Uru'baen, where Eragon and the Varden will face off against Galbatorix in an epic battle worthy of any of the Inheritance Cycle's influences.

Brisingr (Inheritance, Book 3) by Christopher Paolini was the best juvenile book I read this year. I teach Science and also run the Literary Guild Reading Club for our school. So I like to read what the kids are reading. I also like to be able to recommend books to them that I think they will like. I love the Inheritance series. His writing is the finest I have read in years. His uses of words are a pleasure to read. In his last two books I had to look up a few words which was great! The characters in his series are magnificent. They are so real. I really enjoyed the chapters that were written from Saphira's point of view. Eragon's problems and how he handles them are true to form and he has matured very nicely. He revealed some history and filled in a few gaps in the story that really rounded the main characters even better. I, for one, am glad the decided to make a forth book in the series. I can't wait for the next one!

I confused my last feedback, the product had already arrived, but it hadn't been given to me. It was not the library fault, whose service and contac was perfect. They sent it on time and perfectly.

El libro está impecable y llega en excelentes condiciones

A most compelling book, and, indeed, series. The events, the characters, the total ’world-making’ are all-encompassing. An utterly enthralling read!

Good for a younger teen but a good read non the less, for any aged reader

The series is fun and addictive