Christopher Paolini’s “The Fork, the Witch, and the Worm” is a compilation of three previously unpublished short stories set in the world of Alagaësia. The tales are: “Eragon,” “Skuldrissa,” and “Rhunön.” The Fork, the Witch, and the Worm is a compilation of three previously unpublished short stories.
For who is this book for ?
The book is for young adults and teen readers who love the Inheritance Cycle series by Christopher Paolini. The stories are set in the world of Alagaësia, where Eragon first appeared as a Dragon Rider. In “Eragon,” we revisit his journey from farm boy to hero, while “Skuldrissa” tells the story of an all-powerful witch known as The Fork. In “Rhunön,” we learn more about one of Alagaësia’s most mysterious figures: the elf smith who forged Brisingr, Saphira’s sword.
Pros :
- The tales are: “Eragon,” “Skuldrissa,” and “Rhunön.”
- The Fork, the Witch, and the Worm” is a compilation of three previously unpublished short stories set in the world of Alagaësia.
Cons :
- The book is short.
- The stories are not new.
- It’s a compilation of previously published works
Learn more about the author
Christopher Paolini was born in 1983 and raised in Paradise Valley, Montana. At the age of fifteen, he wrote Eragon, which became an international bestseller. Christopher is currently living in Italy with his wife Angela and their son Dante.
Reader Reviews
“The Fork, the Witch, and the Worm is a compilation of three previously unpublished short stories. The first story, Eragon, tells the tale of how Eragon first came to be dragon rider. Skuldrissa tells the story of how Saphira was hatched and Rhunön explains her role in creating some of Alagaësia’s most famous swords. These are all interesting tales that give readers a deeper understanding into Christopher Paolini’s world-building skills as well as his ability to create compelling characters. Fans of Paolini’s Inheritance Cycle novels will not want to miss this new addition to the series.”
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“A wonderful addition to the world of Alagaësia. These stories are a great read for all fans of Eragon.”
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