Brisingr

Brisingr


By: Christopher Paolini
Reviewed by: gothiclolitamaiden, 15
Rating: It was alright...


Warning: Spoilers!

It's impossible to read the Inheritance books without thinking that they are somewhat like a crossover fanfiction. Elements from Lord of the Rings and Star Wars are mashed together to create Eragon, Eldest and Brisingr. Still, the series is enjoyable. Paolini's writing is well suited to the series, and some of the characters are really interesting, the key word is "some." I find Eragon rather bland, though Saphira more than makes up for that. Arya and Nasuada are also really fascinating, though I suspect that Arya is Paolini's ideal girlfriend that he subconsciously wrote into the story. However, I must complain about Oromis. Has anyone else noticed that Oromis is a typical mentor figure? He's wise, calm, and he eventually dies. I was hoping that this pattern would not repeat once again.

I really don't mind long books, but Brisingr is very dull in the beginning and middle. Another problem I have with these books is that only hardcore fantasy fans can truly enjoy them, they don't appeal to fans of other genres, even if there is some action and romance. It seems to me that the author has been to one too many Renaissance fairs....


Recommended to: Fantasy fans, dragon fans, people who don't mind long books. About 12+