Movie: Eragon (and the series)

[mking0803]

Hello! In desperate need of some insight. I've seen the movie Eragon and it made me interested enough to want to read the books. The movie however was.... Okay. But, I had mentioned to a few people who read the books that I wanted to as well and was curious for their opinions. They were very negative. I want more Illinois! Of course, I'll have to read them to know for sure but I haven't bought the books BC I'm struggling whether it'll be worth it out not. What was your opinion on the books?

[kittychan198]

My younger sister used to be really into dragons from age 8-11. She loved those books. If you aren't sure about it just buy the first book from the thriftbooks website. Make sure you buy it used so if you don't like it you'll only have spent a couple of bucks. I also recommend buying at least 2 other books with it so you can get the free shipping (which you get when your order is over $10).

[mking0803]

Oh wow! Thank you.

[kittychan198]

No problem! If im not sure about a series and if ill like it ill buy a cheap used copy and try it out. Its always good to try and branch out. Even if you dont like the book you might like the style of writing

[mking0803]

That's true, I never thought of that (:

[slrowe1]

The first book was really good. Which is why the movie was such a disappointment. I'm part-way through the second book and It's still pretty good, but it's a little slow at times. I would definitely read the first book and see where it takes you!

[lacos2693]

The series is great. The last book was the worst out of the 4 but the movie was absolutely terrible compared to the book, in my opinion.

[Ria]

I loved the books. I would agree that number four was a little long ava I didn't like certain twists but overall a good ending and an intricate story.

[meg_may]

I liked the book series. It moved a little slow but I really liked how well developed the characters became throughout each book. It's not a series that I'll reread in all likeliness, but it was enjoyable.

[Aohanlon86]

The series is great. The last book was the worst out of the 4 but the movie was absolutely terrible compared to the book, in my opinion.

I agree with you. The 4th book wasn't all that good. I barely finished half before giving up for somthing else. I did like the 1-3.

[TheWriteAngel]

I love the Inheritance cycle. The movie did not do justice to the first to the book, Eragon. I agree that the fourth book did not live up to expectations, but I think the books are definitely worth a read.

[Whitney Marchelle]

I liked the movie, never knowing of the series, and being first introduced to it. I wanted to know what happened next. It kind of reminded me of DragonHeart a bit. After getting into the series, i realized that wow, it's better and they should have added more stuff to the movie.

[Cin8685]

A coworker just gave me the Eragon book this week! Since I am into HP and sci-if/fantasy type books. I wasn’t super excited when she gave it to me, is it for younger teens or would a 32 year old woman enjoy it?

[Musae]

The movie was great graphics and good but it strayed to far from the book. The books are wonderful and I really enjoyed them
They are worth reading

[Kathryn Price]

Eragon the book is the best fantasy series besides LoTR and Narnia that I have read! I actually haven't seen the movie, but I have read the entire series multiple times. From the trailer and from multiple people telling me about the movie, I would bet that the storyline of the movie only scratches the surface of the book's content, character development, and overall depth. I think you'll really enjoy them.