Eldest
by Christopher Paolini

In this stunning sequel to the best-selling "Eragon," 16-year-old Dragon Rider Eragon and his dragon Saphira journey to elf country to complete their training. Meanwhile, Roran has relocated the people of Carvahall in order to escape the wrath of Galbatorix's Empire, and to complete quests of his own. The two heroes finally meet again

Overall Genre: Fiction Genre Type: Action/Adventure, Fantasy Skills: Cause & Effect, Story Elements, Drawing Conclusions Content Topics & Themes: Relationships & Families (Family & Social Structures, Friends), Civics & Citizenship, Character/Virtues (Courage & Survival, Equity & Justice, Honesty & Compassion, Leadership & Responsibility, Loyalty, Self-Esteem & Respect), Popular Culture (UFOs, Ghosts & Other Phenomena) Sensitivity Issues: Interest Level: 6-8 Reading Level: 7.8 GRL: W Lexile Level: 970L SRC! Recommendation: SRC! Points: 42 Language: English Word Count: 212195