https://padlet.com/alexandera2021/BookCafe Made with a dash of wit en-us 2016-11-09 18:42:22 UTC 2017-06-01 16:58:29 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/icons/Lovecoffee.png alexandera2021 https://padlet.com/alexandera2021/BookCafe/wish/136601643 For my first book review, I chose to read Eldest, the second book of the Inheritance Series. I have already read the series several times, but this review allowed me to analyze it in depth. The genre of this novel is dystopian fantasy. This book would be great for teens or young adults who enjoy fantasy/mythical worlds. The most similar books include The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien, Harry Potter by J.K. Rowling, and The Dragonriders of Pern. It is also similar to Star Wars because of the plot. The book is 694 pages long, so it takes a dedicated reader to finish. Overall, I would give the book 7/10 for a beautiful and captivating storyline, descriptive and thorough explanations, and a resounding theme. I would recommend it to advanced readers looking for a book to delve into.


Short Summary:

The plot follows Eragon (a young dragon rider) through his training in Du Weldenvarden (a massive elvish forest nation) and his part in the Battle of the Burning Plains (a conflict between the Empire and the Varden). The book begins with the leader (Ajihad) of the Varden (a rebel force dedicated to stopping the Empire) being killed. Nasuada, Ajihad's daughter, is selected as the next leader of the Varden. Eragon and his dragon, Saphira, decide to travel to Du Weldenvarden to recieve training from Oromis, an elvish dragon rider, and his dragon, Glaedr. They are taught advanced magic and combat skills. Meanwhile, Roran (Eragon's cousin) plans to marry a woman named Katrina. However, Carvahall (Roran's home) is ransacked by the Ra'zac (bird-like monsters) and Imperial soldiers. Roran is injured, and Katrina's father, Sloan (a village butcher), joins the Ra'zac. Concurrently, Nasuada decides to move the Varden to Surda (a southern nation bordering the Empire) in order to stage an attack on the Empire. In Du Weldenvarden, Eragon and Saphira continue their training. However, Eragon is suffering from seizures caused by his scar he received from Durza, a Shade (cross between a human and spirit), in the Battle under Farthen Dûr. He is discouraged, but regains his confidence after the Blood-Oath Ceremony, an ancient elvish tradition. During the ceremony, the Spectral Dragon transforms him into an elf-human hybrid. Later, he leaves before his training is complete to aid the Varden. Meanwhile, Roran convinces the entire village to flee the Empire. You'll have to read the book to get the ending...]]> 2016-11-10 00:17:47 UTC https://padlet.com/alexandera2021/BookCafe/wish/136601643 alexandera2021 https://padlet.com/alexandera2021/BookCafe/wish/174540167 For my final book review, I chose to read Ready Player One, a dystopian science fiction novel. It takes place in 2044, in a world where a virtual reality platform, the OASIS, has superseded reality; people use it as a literal oasis from reality. Climate change has ravaged the Earth, and countries are becoming less powerful compared to tech companies. The book was 384 pages, and isn't too difficult to read. I thoroughly enjoyed this book, as it was thought provoking and made me think about the future of technology. Similar books include Ender's Game and The Martian because of their futuristic plots. Overall, I give this book an 8/10 because of the excellent story and imagery. I would recommend it to teens and adults.]]> 2017-05-31 03:00:57 UTC https://padlet.com/alexandera2021/BookCafe/wish/174540167