The fork, the witch

I don't know what it is about it; it's fantastically magical, powerful, and enchanting in a classic way. To phrase it perfectly, reading Paolini is like sitting around the fire and listening to that epic storyteller who spins a tale and sucks you in thoroughly! I mean, look at this: Billows of smoke fouled the air, and ash fell thick as snow until a false twilight blanketed the valley, a dark shroud of destruction heavy with grief, bitter with anger.

Angela Paolini: as the inspiration for the character Angela, she used to provide the herbalist's dialogues in the original four books yes, our favourite chitchats and mysterious witty remarks from the witch were greatly provided by Christopher's fabulous sister!

And now, for the first time, she's picked up the pen and blessed us with her prose : All matter in the universe is in motion; all motion is relative. Chapter V: On the Nature of Stars which is an excerpt from the witch's memoir written by Angela is uniquely written , sounding completely like the chaos lover she is. Characterization and Relationships Eragon: our powerful and wise boy is ever the delight to read!

I will never deny the fact that I've repeatedly fangirled over him—cause it's not something I'm ashamed of : He is seriously one of the best and most real epic heroes! Eragon allowed himself a brief, grim smile. But knowing and doing are two different things. Did I say that he's wise?

Oh I did—but whatever I'll say it again. He is dedicated and devoted to his job and wishes to only focus on the tremendous task at hand. And Saphira is ever the balance he's needed! I think they'll be the best teachers ever when the time comes.

Thank you Christopher! I loved his interactions with the little girl. And the brief look at his grown bond with Thorn was something I appreciated! Angela: do I even need to declare my utter obsession or is it an established fact by now? Or at least a decrease in idiocy. I need an Angela in my life—accompanied by a Solembum if possible? Her curiosity, nosiness, love for mayhem, different perception of order, questioning of beliefs, and her ideas are only some of the things I adore about her!

Elva: the tortured, selfish, spoiled child who is in need of steadfast love and attention perhaps more than anyone! But she's still a child that didn't have time to grow naturally. I'm happy about where Christopher is now leading her with this book, the path he put her on : The character development is on point!

Ilgra: an unexpected favourite of mine, I'd say. She's a new character of the past, a legend among the Urgals, whose inspiring tale makes up the largest parts of The Fork, the Witch, and the Worm. Worldbuilding The span and depth of existence is far greater than anyone can know—not even the oldest dragon or the wisest elf. I have seen more than most, but even that is less than a particle of dust, smaller than the smallest thing, and then smaller still. I find the criticism that it's not original because there are elves and dwarves, with mostly the popular characteristics related to elves and dwarves in fantasy like LoTR to be not relevant.

Because he is borrowing from the existing mythology and contributing his own spectacular reasoning to it. It's actually a great and precious form of art, and one that I relish! Not to even discuss the amazing nature of the dragons, the unmatched Urgals, the history of humans, or the impressive attention to languages and their twists and interactions in names!

I'm glad that Christopher Paolini took the unexpected and sudden chance to provide us desperate people with a brief visit back to his fan favourite world. May the gods grant you good fortune, and may you always be of sharp mind and clear conscience. Florida Georgia Line the end View all 6 comments.

Jun 30, William Gwynne rated it really liked it Shelves: reviewed , fantasy. Check it out - The Brothers Gwynne "The day the dragon arrived was a day of death". The Fork, the Witch, and the Worm continues a year after the end of the Inheritance Cycle with a few interlinked short stories. It consists of many characters from the series and addresses the trials they have faced since the aftermath. It is essentially the compiling of a few short stories, some set in the present, some rete I now have a YouTube channel that I run with my brother, called 'The Brothers Gwynne'.

It is essentially the compiling of a few short stories, some set in the present, some retelling myths, and some about the past. In all, it was an interesting amalgamation of themes and stories that was engaging and interesting to read. I shall not name any characters that were in the Inheritance Cycle to avoid spoilers, so will focus on what was completely new.

The final third of the book was the reciting of an old legend about revenge. A dragon destroys a village and one victim seeks vengeance for her fathers death. She will do anything to accomplish her mission, and dedicates all her time to this purpose. It was a well told story that was exciting and unpredictable, with a moral message that most tales do have.

Or at least a decrease in idiocy" The prose was very smooth and easy to read, with a poetical edge to it that was sophisticated and consistently clear. This has been a piece of Paolini's writing I have always liked and that was no different here. I hope this does bear fruit and that Paolini does write a new series, especially after the intriguing events within this book. Ang tinidor, ang mangkukulam at ang uod It's nice to be back in the world of Eragon. And the fork, was it big and strong enough?

Just lace it with words from the ancien Ang tinidor, ang mangkukulam at ang uod Just lace it with words from the ancient tongue The Witch is about the herbalist named Angela who is writing an autho biography.

Don't want to expound because it is the story. Paolini brought me to a world that let me forget for awhile what's happening in the real world and let me dwelt in a world of adventure.

It's not going to look nice on my shelf but I'll buy it anyway. Christopher Paolini. View all 11 comments. Dec 25, Jananie thisstoryaintover added it Shelves: books-i-own. Once Upon a time back in when I was 15 and being in my sophomore year of High School, I had to take a reading test that was required for all Sophomores for the English classes and if we passed a certain grade level, then we didn't have to take this reading class that lasted one semester.

I did used to love reading considering I was born in '91 so which means Junie B. Jones, Magic Treehouse the originals Once Upon a time back in when I was 15 and being in my sophomore year of High School, I had to take a reading test that was required for all Sophomores for the English classes and if we passed a certain grade level, then we didn't have to take this reading class that lasted one semester.

And one time I just lost it all my years in Junior high school. So what does Eragon have to do with all of this? Well, not only did this class have some program that Scholastic had, but after those of us in this class was done in the computer lab with this program, we had to have a book to read for the duration of the class and since I didn't like reading anymore at the time and lost the love of it, I NEEDED a book bad.

So I asked some friends what book I should read and didn't care what it was. The majority said Eragon. I wasn't a fan of dragons or anything but I knew it was something. So I think I was either borrowing it from a friend or using the school's library copy--I can't remember--I was bored for a while.

Up until one moment I can't remember what it was, but it sparked something and from then I couldn't put it down. So for me, it was actually Eragon that really got me back into the love of reading and although I haven't read or gotten much into high fantasy, Eragon is my BIGGEST exception for my excitement because after all like I said, it got me back into reading. So with this book I actually meant to drag this out and wait a few days to finish because it was going so quickly and I didn't want to leave.

So dragging it was actually the best thing I did. But most of all it felt good to be back "home" in Alagaesia with my favorite dragon rider and dragon. Oh and my favorite witch and herbalist Angela!

Mar 14, Gillian rated it it was amazing. My all time favorite series! I'm so glad we are getting a 5th book because the ending to Inheritance killed me! I can't wait! Sep 21, Phoenix2 rated it it was ok Recommends it for: eragon fans. Shelves: fantasy. Tales from Alagaesia 1 was a trip down memory lane. Well known and beloved characters appeared, but this installment was not something that added much to the story of Eragon and the new empire that was enstablished after the final book of the tetralogy.

However, it created some questions about what's next. Will there be another book? Hopefully yes. As for this short stories from Alagaesia, of course a tetralogy like Eragon could not not have an extra under pages!

The first tale was pretty gr Tales from Alagaesia 1 was a trip down memory lane. The first tale was pretty great, deeping the reader straight into the world of dragons and dragonriders. It also left some new mysteries unsolved, so I'm looking forward to the continuation of the series. The second story was just okay, a bit more playful and mysterious, but nothing special. And, as for the third one, it was a bit boring, to be honest.

So, overall, I almost enjoyed this book, but it did make me want to re read the series. So, two out of five stars. There are three stories within, separate events but connected in between.

The end brings a surprising news which I hope will be developed in a future tale. This was a challenge by itself. The author is well versed in the world he created. He is no longer the young boy with big dreams that wants to write. He is now a grown author who wants to dream and write.

He is well educated and technically correct in his cosmology and astrophysics science. His characters are real. But it take work and research to fully comprehend his mind and his world's.

He writes on multiple levels, but it is best if you understand what is happening. Some thinks seem a bit co This was a challenge by itself. Some thinks seem a bit confusing, but I think it was more me than him. Although I would like more in the Inheritance series, I am find if something happens to start a new series. He can continue to do some short stories, too.

But I am would really like to see is a good movie series that replaces or fixes the first movie that did more harm than good, and then expands on the rest of the books.

There is still much to learn about life and responsibility that needs to be told by showing. Apr 12, Micheline Ryckman rated it really liked it.

Each little tale within this book is enjoyably distinct, and I loved that. Dec 01, Barbora added it. I'm really struggling to give this book a rating.

On the one hand I can't even describe what an emotional feeling it is to return to Alagaesia after all these years and be able to spend a few brief moments with the characters I've grown to love som much.

To see how they are doing and find out about what they've been up to since after the end of Inheritance. On the other hand this being the first writing about Alagaesia since Inheritance came out years and years ago and the size and scope of the I'm really struggling to give this book a rating.

The Fork, the Witch and the Worm feels more like a teaser than a proper book. We get to spend a few brief moments with some of the main characters from Inheritance although there's quite a few important ones that we don't get to see at all.

Rather than giving lots of information and answers this book leaves you with questions and craving for more. Which I really hope will happen one day because the way it ended - there better be another one coming! A big chunk of this book is actually centered around new characters: one human girl and one Urgal young warrior. I have to say I absolutely loved the Urgal legend which was beautiful, interesting and captivating. I also savoured the precious moments between Eragon and Saphira and it was great to share in their special connection once again.

Pretty please Jan 03, Travis rated it it was amazing. This is exactly what happens when a book just transports you to a new world and completely takes over you. I finished this book in less then a day yes it is shorter then pages but I have also been crazy busy. Being back in this world was such a treat and a joy. Christopher Paolini can write everything in the world of Alagaesia and I will throw money at him!! I needed this like I needed air. Not only was this little collection perfect it was also a great foundation for what will be the true This is exactly what happens when a book just transports you to a new world and completely takes over you.

Not only was this little collection perfect it was also a great foundation for what will be the true continuation of the Inheritance Cycle. Paolini laid down some vague yet interesting plot threads and I am here for it. Was this a review or just an absolute gush, I don't care either way just know that this was everything my Eragon heart needed and I am waiting patiently for the next one!! View 1 comment. Interesting novella, of a sort. A voice from my childhood.

Interesting, but not great. Jan 08, Teresa rated it it was amazing Shelves: books-i-own. When I read it, I remember crying when I finished because I had never read such a good book and there wasn't more The end, right? Crossword: Test Your Oberlin Knowledge. Big Parade Celebrates 20th Anniversary. The Oberlin Review Established Share on Facebook. Share on Twitter. Share via Email. Search Submit Search.

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