Eragon: Christopher Paolini

Eragon is out in the forest one day and discovers a shiny, blue stone.  Happy with such an unusual discovery, this poor farmer carries his treasure home.  Little did he know that this was no mere stone, but a dragons' egg!  Without knowing what his future holds, Eragon is forced into a fascinating yet dangerous journey to correct the evil that has been spreading in his beloved country.

Spoiler Alert: Be prepared to cry!!!  This novel is the first in the series, and each book takes you for a bumpy ride!! Just when you think you know a person, (or fictional characrter) they go and turn on you!! (Well, not really turn on you, since you AREN'T in the story....)  This novel is so well done, and it is a credit to Paolini to write such a convincing fantasy.  I was literally on the edge of my seat reading this, several times!!

Grade level: 5.6