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__ Brisingr __ Author: Christopher Paolini Pages: 763 Read in: 2 days Genre: Fiction, Adventure Brisingr is the third book in the Inheritance Cycle by Christopher Paolini. This story is once again in Alagaesia, Surda, the Beor Mountains, and the Elvin forest of Du Weldenvarden. In this part of the Cycle, Eragon kills the dreaded Ra’zac, influences the choosing of the next dwarf king, and discovers the secret of the evil dragon Rider Galbatorix, the dark king of Alagaesia. Brisingr is a great book about adventure, courage, trust and friendship between the unlikeliest allies. The language, description and realistic situations brings you into their world, and makes you seem as if you are a character, witnessing everything that goes on. I liked the fact that even though most of the situations were serious the characters still find time to have a laugh and have some fun. The feeling of true friendship and trust continues throughout the book and never fades. The sense of the characters to stand up for what they believe in and each other gives purpose to the book and a feel for adventure. One of my favourite characters is Arya the elf, but now Eragon looks at her in a different light, as he discovered that Arya is the princess of the elves in the last book, Eldest. Her wisdom, grace and persistence to help Alagaesia and her people gives her a cunning and dangerous edge. This elf is someone you do not want to cross. My other favourite character is Saphira, Eragon’s blue dragon and “partner of heart and mind,” as she would say. Her wisdom and humour, as well as great fighting skills, gives her a funny but mysterious personality, and makes her a loyal friend but a dangerous enemy. A great character, definitely. Overall, Brisingr is a great book about courage, adventure, trust and friendship between people. The writer is skilled and talented in the arts of writing. The discription, plotline, events and unforseen twists makes it a great read.I would rate this book 10/10, for its funny wit and great plotline. A book for anyone who likes a good thriller.

Reading Task 2 Term 3 2009
__ Artemis Fowl and the Opal Deception __ Author: Eoin Colfer Publisher: Puffin Genre: Fantasy, adventure Duration to read: 2 days No. Of pages:

Artemis Fowl is the child genius of the age in this series. His knowledge about the fairy People was wiped from his mind in the last book. In this book, Opal Koboi is lose and plans to bring man kind in contact with the People, thus destroying the fairy world. Captain Holly Short of the Lower Elements Police Recon unit, (more commonly known as LEPrecon) is blamed for her commander’s death, and needs Artemis’s help. The problem is, he doesn’t remember a thing about Holly, Opal Koboi or anything else about the People.

This book was everything but boring. The tension, plots within plots, and fabulous humour created a great story. The humour was constant, and the way the characters were described made them seem real. There was also some good science facts in the book too. The description about the characters, the places, and the general goings on were all perfect. The layout of the story, showing you what happened in the hotshot chutes, and then the story would flick to Police Plaza so Foaly (the genius centaur, also Opal’s rival in school) could discover Opal’s escape, and back to the chutes. It gives you a great idea of what’s going on everywhere.

This book was excellent. In my opinion, there were no weaknesses. My favourite character would have to be Holly Short, the first female LEP recon officer in history. Her heart is true, and she’s always around to help. Her personality is what everyone wants to be. She’s a great pod pilot, and she has a great sense of humour. Headstrong, brave and daring, Holly Short is a great fictional character.

In conclusion, I would give this book a 10/10. The humour, facts and story are all perfect. A great story. The characters are well thought through, and detailed carefully.I’m definitely going to see if the library has the rest of the series.

Reading Task 1 Term 3 2009
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