• Brisingr

  • The Inheritance Cycle, Book 3
  • By: Christopher Paolini
  • Narrated by: Gerard Doyle
  • Length: 29 hrs and 34 mins
  • 4.7 out of 5 stars (19,037 ratings)

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Brisingr

By: Christopher Paolini
Narrated by: Gerard Doyle
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Winner, IRA Young Adult Choices, 2010

Don’t miss the eagerly anticipated epic new fantasy from Christopher Paolini—Murtagh, coming 11.7.23!

The Empire is at war and the stakes have never been higher in Book Three of the Inheritance Cycle, perfect for fans of Lord of the Rings! This New York Times bestselling series has sold over 40 million copies and is an international fantasy sensation.

"Christopher Paolini is a true rarity."—The Washington Post

Oaths sworn . . . loyalties tested . . . forces collide... Eragon is the greatest hope to rid the land of tyranny. Can this once simple farm boy unite the rebel forces and defeat the king? Following the colossal battle against the Empire's warriors, Eragon and his dragon, Saphira, have narrowly escaped with their lives. Still, there is more adventure at hand for the Rider and his dragon, as Eragon finds himself bound by a tangle of promises he may not be able to keep.

When unrest claims the rebels and danger strikes from every corner, Eragon must make choices—choices that will take him across the Empire and beyond, choices that may lead to unimagined sacrifice.

©2008 Christopher Paolini (P)2008 Listening Library

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"Christopher Paolini is a true rarity." (The Washington Post)

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Life

I started reading this series when it first came out in 2002. Then the movie came out and as most movies go it did this series no justice!! I now drive 2 hours a day for work and needed a filler for those hours, i tried talk radio but the doom and gloom on either side of the isle didn’t help. I thought about audio books and found this series again. As soon as i started listening i was quickly engrossed in the world again. I’m purchasing the final book in the serious! I find myself somewhat saddened its the last book!! Amazing Story

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Just Keeps Getting Better and Better

Seriously, a great book series. Ignore the detractors and critics that compare the story to others. It is amazing in its own right.

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Gerald doyle is fantastic

Gerald doyle is amazing, i love how he does the voices for different characters.

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Couldn't stop listening!

Paolini continues his wonderful storyline. I thoroughly enjoyed this book along with the first two in the series. The narration is wonderful. I highly recommend this to other listeners. Can't wait for his fourth book to come out!

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Great Fantasy Escape!

Might not be perfect, but it is a lovely listen.
The story is a classical epic fantasy, very detailed and full of moments that can resonate with one's heart. Beautiful descriptions enrich the text and Paolini surprises with many wise instances of introspection and a surprisingly healthy and balanced view of politics, death and life, and real love.
Listening to Gerard Doyle is like listening to a beloved grandfather telling stories of old.
Overall great experience, obviously must read following the first two books.

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Great Audio book.

I liked the first and second books in the ineritance cycle, so I tried this in an audio book form, and it was AMAZING!!!!!!!

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Great Overall

This book has been extremely well written.
I will be recommending this to my friends and family

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even better than the last book!

you can differently tell the author gets so much better with each book I can't to see this story's ending!

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Incredibly excited to read the next book

The 3rd installment of the inheritance cycle leaves you ready for the finale! Can not wait to read the next book.

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not for young kids

Not a book for younger children. Sexual and graphic violence scenes. Amazing story though!

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