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It has come to my attention that not everyone in the world knows what Brisingr is. This was shocking news to me but I am happy to oblige those unfortunates who are living in such tragic ignorance.

This third book in Christopher Paolini’s Inheritence Cycle has been eagerly awaited by fans of Eragon and Eldest for over two years. It has recently had a simultaneous world-wide release (just one of the publishing advances for which Harry Potter can be thanked - those of us in the Antipodes need not be the poor cousins in this regard any more). 

Having written the first version of Eragon at age fifteen, I had been a little worried that Paolini might have run out of steam on this project. But no. He has proven his credentials as a world class writer once again, as this clip from The Sydney Morning Herald indicates:

Paolini, now 24, said that he had become “anxious and restless” after writing the second book, Eldest, feeling pressure from the high level of expectation from fans.

“But once I got past the first few chapters of Brisingr, I became so caught up in telling the story, I didn’t worry about what anyone else might think when they read it, which is the best attitude to have when writing a book,” he said.

“I have a story to tell and it wants to be told.

“I have been writing the lives of these characters for nearly 10 years now, so they are very close to me.”

Find out all the details at Alagaesia. To hear Christopher Paolini in conversation with two much older greats of fantasy writing download the podcasts from Random House: Pullman. Paolini. Pierce. Even as a teenager Paolini could hold his own in this company.

Meanwhile, still waiting for someone to review Brisingr here!

by Daniel

The first novel in this amazing set of 3 series… is “The Forests of Silence.” Emily Rodda is an amazing artist of fictional literature. She has created a whole world in which the reader can immerse his or her self.

I have immersed myself in the Deltoran culture a multitude of times. My favourite part of the series was the Pirran Pipe. Although unrealistic and unearthly in certain contexts, Rodda still manages a great novel. The main character of the book, Lief, heir to the throne, is quite like the little bit of adventure inside all of us, trying anything.

Overall, I rate this series an 9/10. This is because I found out that there was only going to be a third series…

Marc McBride, the illustrator of the novel covers and the illustrator of books such as “The Deltora book of Monsters’, was kind enough to autograph my copy of “The Forests of Silence” when I met him in year 5. A very kind, free-spirited person he was, spraying a great picture in minutes.

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by Victor   

Ranger’s Apprentice is a series of books written by John Flanagan. It is a great series consisting of seven books. Whilst the eighth book is still being written, the ninth is currently being planned. The books are set in a mythical land called Araluen.

The series follows the adventures of the protagonist Will. Will was rejected from training as a warrior-knight because he was too small. Will always dreamed of becoming a Warrior Knight because his father was one of the best. Will lives in a castle called Redmont in the center of Araluen.

After rejection, Will then gets chosen to become a Ranger’s Apprentice, which not many people know about because they are a mysterious group who act as the King’s eyes and ears throughout the kingdom Araluen and beyond its shores.

 Will is soon trained to be an expert archer and knife thrower, as well as learning the skills of silent, unseen movement, tracking and concealment. The story continues throughout the series of A Ranger’s Apprentice where Will is trained with new tricks and becomes a real Ranger one day.

It is a great and an exciting series to read and I guarantee after you read the first book you would want to continue the series.

The nine books are titled;

1.      The Ruins of Gorlan

2.      The Burning Bridge

3.      The Icebound Land

4.      Oakleaf Bearers (called The Battle for Skandia in the US)

5.      Sorcerer in the North

6.      The Siege of Macindaw

7.      Erak’s Ransom

8.      Kings of Clonmel

9.      Halt’s Peril

Kings of Clomnel and Halt’s Peril are still being written and so the titles could change at any moment

 Visit the Official Website for more: information, maps, drawings and news.

Volume 1 The Ruins of Gorlan. Which cover do you like best? Move your mouse over each cover to see the country where it is published.

by Daniel

The Midnight Library series of books, is written by multiple different authors. The series is all written under one alias of “Nick Shadow.” Each book is one different author, which makes sure that the book is never boring, because all of the authors have different ideas.

The 8 books in this series so far are: “Voices”, “Blood and Sand”, “End Game”, “The Cat Lady”, “Liar”, “Shut Your Mouth”, “I Can See You” and “The Catch.”

Although I have not read all books in the series yet, I thoroughly enjoyed the novels “I Can See You” and “Liar.” There are 3 stories in each novel, meant to be scary. They are…unless you are brave enough.
So have a thrill, your heart beating a mile a minute…If you dare!

You can visit Fantastic Fiction to learn some more about this series.
 

Recently the LitFlicks team watched King Arthur as part of their close look into Arthurian legend in literature and film. Here is what one correspondent thought. Further comments welcome.

King Arthur, directed by Antoine Fuqua, incorporates many themes of Arthurian legend. The story, set in 452 A.D. shows many vital themes and issues in medieval days including: religion, battle, love, and bravery throughout the film.

The Director uses many theatrical devices to successfully portray King Arthur as a hero and the importance of Arthurian Legend. Throughout the many battles during the film, the use of suspense from music, camera angles, fire, and many more features created the correct theme and mood for the story.

During the film religion remained a crucial issue. The movie made it hard to comprehend to what religion Arthur and his opposition were committed. Bravery was also a vital theme shown in battles throughout the story.

Towards the end of the film, after prisoner Guinevere enters the story, love is shown from Arthur towards her. This is continued throughout the story until the ending of the film.