Why read Murtagh?

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Master storyteller and internationally bestselling author Christopher Paolini returns to the World of Eragon in this stunning epic fantasy set a year after the events of the Inheritance Cycle. Join Dragon Rider—and fan favorite—Murtagh and his dragon as they confront a perilous new enemy!

“Christopher Paolini is a true…

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2 authors picked Murtagh as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

Liam Lombard

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This was a nice book in the sense that it made me remember the past (Eragon) as well as puzzle out a character we already knew. Some of the pacing was a bit off and at times it seemed we deviated from the plot, but overall it was a great nostalgic book that made me appreciate the world building and characters.

From Liam's 3 favorite reads in 2024.

Artie Bennett

Author

I read this book in my capacity as executive copy editor at Random House Books for Young Readers shortly before I retired.

I’m a huge fan of the series—and of Christopher himself. It was thrilling to get swept up once more in the magical world of Alagaësia. Murtagh was a riveting read. I love the way Christopher juxtaposes scenes of great lyricism and tenderness alongside moments of heart-stopping adventure.

There are epic battles, hair’s-breadth escapes, nail-biting suspense, fascinating characters like Bachel the Witch and the Dreamers, fantastic creatures like Muckmaw, a gargantuan legendary fish, and finger rats and shadow spiders.…

From Artie's 3 favorite reads in 2023.