The Inheritance Cycle Books in Order
1 award & honors · incl. IRA Young Adult Choices 2010
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The Inheritance Cycle is a fantasy book series set in the world of Alagaësia, following the journey of Eragon, a farm boy who discovers a dragon egg and becomes a Dragon Rider. The series explores themes of destiny, loyalty, and the struggle against a tyrannical king, as Eragon and his dragon Saphira navigate political conflicts and personal challenges. The story spans multiple books, focusing on the evolving relationships between characters and the broader consequences of their choices.
This is a sub-series of the larger The Inheritance Trilogy series — see that page for every book in the wider setting.
Publication order
In the order the books were originally released.
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Buy on Amazon2003 · Christopher Paolini
When Eragon finds a polished blue stone in the forest, he thinks it a lucky find for a poor farm boy, but the stone brings a dragon hatchling,…
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Buy on Amazon2005 · Christopher Paolini
Eragon and his dragon, Saphira, have just saved the rebel state from destruction by the mighty forces of King Galbatorix, cruel ruler of the Empire.…
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Buy on Amazon2008 · Christopher Paolini · 🏆 1 award & honors
After escaping the battle on the Burning Plains, Eragon and his dragon Saphira find themselves bound by promises, including his oath to cousin Roran…
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Buy on Amazon2011 · Christopher Paolini
A 2011 novel by Christopher Paolini, the concluding book of the Inheritance cycle. Eragon, once a poor farm boy, and his dragon Saphira, once only a…
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Buy on Amazon2023 · Christopher Paolini
The world is no longer safe for Murtagh, a Dragon Rider, and his dragon, Thorn. After an evil king is overthrown, they face the consequences of their…
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Frequently asked questions
What order should I read the The Inheritance Cycle books in?
Read them in publication order, starting with “Eragon”. Start with “Eragon.”
How many books are in the The Inheritance Cycle series?
We list 5 books by Christopher Paolini , published between 2003–2023.
Where can I buy the The Inheritance Cycle books?
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