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AuthorChristopher Paolini

NarratorKerry Shale

SeriesInheritance Cycle, Book 2

Duration9h

CategoriesAdult Fiction, Science Fiction and Fantasy

Key StageKS4

PublisherRandom House

VersionAbridged

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Eragon and his dragon, Saphira, have just saved the rebel state from destruction by the forces of King Galbatorix, the cruel ruler of the Empire. Now Eragon must journey to Ellesmera, land of the elves, for further training in magic and swordsmanship, the vital skills of the Dragon Rider. It is the journey of a lifetime but, faced with chaos and betrayal at every turn, Eragon is not sure whom he can trust. Meanwhile, back home in Carvahall, Eragon's cousin must fight a new battle, one that puts Eragon's life in even greater danger.

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