Eragon: Christopher Paolini

The first book in The Inheritance Series

When poor farm boy Eragon finds a polished stone in the forest, he thinks it`s a lucky discovery. Perhaps, he will be able to buy his family food for the winter.

But, when a baby dragon hatches out of the stone, Eragon realises he`s stumbled upon a legacy nearly as old as the Empire itself.

His simple life is shattered, and he`s thrust into a perilous new world of destiny, magic and power. To navigate this dark terrain, and survive his cruel king`s evil ways, he must take up the mantle of the legendary Dragon Riders.

Will he succeed? The fate of the Empire rests in his hands. . .