This is the 2nd volume of the Inheritance saga that was began with "Eragon". This book picks up right after the battle in the Beor Mountains when a Ughal army was defeated by the Varden/dwarf army lead by Ajihad and Hrothgar.
At over 700 pages, it is quite a thick read. Although a few of the events are somewhat predictable, the writing is excellent and the characters do come to life. As I began to delve deeper into the story, several of the plot elements resemble that of a Greek tragedy....friends become enemies, enemies become allies, family feuds, and betrayals abound. The political overtones also become interweaved and Eragon is caught in the middle as always.
At least a good third of the story is about Roran, Eragon's cousin, and his efforts to free his village Carvahall from the clutches of the vile Empire. Readers will finally be introduced to the Elf civilization in the mysterious forests of Du Weldenvarden.
Despite the book length and some slow sections in the book and some characters I could do without (e.g., child/adult Elva), it is a quick read. Again recommended for those interested in fantasy and swords and sorcery epics.
Genre: Fantasy fiction
Age recommendation: 12+
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