Not so very long ago, EragonNShadeslayer, Dragon RiderNwas nothing more than a poor farm boy, and his dragon, Saphira, only a blue stone in the forest. Now the fate of an entire civilization rests on their shoulders. This is the astonishing conclusion to the worldwide bestselling Inheritance cycle. Don't miss the latest book from the author of Eragon, The Fork, the Witch, and the Worm: Tales from Alagaesia! Perfect for fans of Lord of the Rings, the New York Times bestselling Inheritance Cycle about the dragon rider Eragon has sold over 35 million copies and is an international fantasy sensation. With newly updated interlocking art across the spines of all four books! Not so very long ago, Eragon--Shadeslayer, Dragon Rider--was nothing more than a poor farm boy, and his dragon, Saphira, only a blue stone in the forest. Now the fate of an entire civilization rests on their shoulders. Long months of training and battle have brought victories and hope, but they have also brought heartbreaking loss. And still, the real battle lies ahead: they must confront Galbatorix. When they do, they will have to be strong enough to defeat him. And if they cannot, no one can. There will

no second chances. The Rider and his dragon have come further than anyone dared to hope. But can they topple the evil king and restore justice to Alagaesia? And if so, at what cost? This is the much-anticipated, astonishing conclusion to the worldwide bestselling Inheritance cycle. Praise for The Inheritance Cycle: "An authentic work of great talent." --New York Times Book Review "Paolini is a spellbinding fantasy writer." --The Boston Globe "A breathtaking and unheard of success." --USA Today "Christopher Paolini is a true rarity." --The Washington Post "Christopher Paolini make[s] literary magic." -People "The new 'It' book of children's lit." -U.S. News & World Report A #1 New York Times Bestseller A #1 Publishers Weekly Bestseller A #1 USA Today Bestseller A Wall Street Journal Bestseller