Darkness falls... Despair abounds... Evil reigns... Eragon & his dragon Saphira have just saved the rebel state from destruction by the mighty forces of King Galbatorix cruel ruler of the Empire. Now Eragon must travel to Ellesmera land of the elves for further training in magic & swordsmanship the vital skills of the Dragon Rider. It is the journey of a lifetime filled with awe-inspiring new places & people each day a fresh adventure. But chaos & betrayal plague him at every turn & Eragon isn't sure whom he can trust. Meanwhile his cousin Roran must fight a new battle back home in Carvahall
- one that puts Eragon in even graver danger. Will the king's dark hand strangle all resistance? Eragon may not escape with even his life...