

He was fifteen when he wrote the first draft of Eragon and his family self-published the book in 2001. Christopher was homeschooled by his parents and often wrote short stories and poems, made frequent trips to the library, and read widely. The tall, jagged Beartooth Mountains that rise on one side of Paradise Valley inspired the fantastic scenery in Eragon, the first novel in his Inheritance Cycle.Ĭhristopher's journey to becoming a globally beloved publishing phenomenon is as magical as the fantasy novels he writes. Choices that may lead to unimagined sacrifice.Ĭonflict, action, adventure and one devastating death await readers as Eragon battles on behalf of the Varden while Galbatorix ruthlessly attempts to crush and twist him to his own purposes.Ĭan he become a leader who can unite the rebel forces and defeat the King? Read more DetailsĬhristopher Paolini was born in Southern California and lived most of his life in Paradise Valley, Montana. When unrest claims the rebels and danger strikes, Eragon must make choices that take him across the Empire and beyond. He's bound by promises he may not be able to keep, including his oath to his cousin Roran to rescue his beloved Katrina. More awaits Eragon and Saphira following the colossal battle against the Empire's warriors. Murtagh, a stunning epic fantasy set a year after the events of the Inheritance Cycle, will publish in 2023. Master storyteller and internationally bestselling author Christopher Paolini returns to the World of Eragon with Murtagh.
