Fractal Noise is the thrilling prequel to the masterful space opera To Sleep in a Sea of Stars by internationally bestselling author of Eragon, Christopher Paolini.

On the planet Talos VII, twenty-three years before the events of To Sleep in a Sea of Stars, an anomaly is detected: a vast circular pit, with dimensions so perfect that it could only have been the result of conscious design. So a small team is assembled to learn more – perhaps even who built the hole and why. Their mission will take them on a hazardous trek to the very edge of existence.

For one explorer, this is the opportunity of a lifetime. For another, a risk not worth taking. And for xenobiologist Alex Crichton, it’s a desperate attempt to find meaning in an uncaring universe. But every step they take towards that mysterious abyss is more punishing than the last. Ultimately, no one is prepared for what they will encounter.

Praise for To Sleep in a Sea of Stars:

'Big and fun – the book Paolini fans have been waiting for' – John Scalzi

'A fun, fast-paced epic that science fiction fans will gobble up' – Kirkus Reviews

'An epic tale of first contact, travels to the edge of the galaxy, and just maybe the fate of all humankind' – Goodreads

The first book in The Inheritance Series

When poor farm boy Eragon finds a polished stone in the forest, he thinks it’s a lucky discovery. Perhaps, he will be able to buy his family food for the winter.

But, when a baby dragon hatches out of the stone, Eragon realises he’s stumbled upon a legacy nearly as old as the Empire itself.

His simple life is shattered, and he’s thrust into a perilous new world of destiny, magic and power. To navigate this dark terrain, and survive his cruel king’s evil ways, he must take up the mantle of the legendary Dragon Riders.

Will he succeed? The fate of the Empire rests in his hands. . .

It began with Eragon . . . It ends with Inheritance, book four in the Inheritance Series.

Not so very long ago, Eragon - Shadeslayer, Dragon Rider - was nothing more than a poor farm boy, and his dragon, Saphira, only a blue stone in the forest. Now, the fate of an entire civilization rests on their shoulders.

Long months of training and battle have brought victories and hope, but they have also brought heartbreaking loss. And still the real battle lies ahead: they must confront King Galbatorix.

When they do, they will have to be strong enough to defeat him. And if they can’t, no one can. There will be no second chances.

The Rider and his dragon have come farther than anyone dared to hope. But can they topple the evil king and restore justice to Alagaësia? And if so, at what cost?

Featuring spectacular artwork by cult artist John Jude Palencar, this stunning book brings the bestselling Inheritance cycle to a breathtaking conclusion.

It's been a year since Eragon departed Alagaësia in search of the perfect home to train a new generation of Dragon Riders. Now he is struggling with an endless sea of tasks: constructing a vast dragonhold, wrangling with suppliers, guarding dragon eggs and dealing with belligerent Urgals and haughty elves. Then a vision from the Eldunarí, unexpected visitors and an exciting Urgal legend offer a much-needed distraction and a new perspective.

This volume features three original stories set in Alagaësia, interspersed with scenes from Eragon's own unfolding adventure. Included is an excerpt from the memoir of the unforgettable witch and fortune-teller Angela the herbalist, penned by Angela Paolini, the inspiration for the character, herself!

Relish the incomparable imagination of Christopher Paolini in this thrilling new collection of stories based in the world of the Inheritance Cycle.

The second book in The Inheritance Series

Darkness falls . . . Despair abounds . . . Evil reigns . . .

Fresh from their battle for the rebel state against King Galbatorix, Eragon has no time to rest.

He and his dragon, Saphira, must travel to Ellesméra, the land of the elves for more training in magic and swordsmanship, the vital skills of a Dragon Rider.

Even though he’s heading off on the journey of a lifetime, chaos and betrayal plague him at every turn, and Eragon doesn’t know who to trust.

And while he’s off on his own journey, his cousin Roran must fight a new battle back home in Carvahall - one that puts Eragon in even graver danger.

Will the king's dark hand strangle all resistance? Eragon may not escape with even his life . . .

Master storyteller and internationally bestselling author Christopher Paolini returns to the World of Eragon with Murtagh. Murtagh, a stunning epic fantasy set a year after the events of the Inheritance Cycle, will publish in 2023.


The third book in The Inheritance Cycle

More awaits Eragon and Saphira following the colossal battle against the Empire's warriors.

He's bound by promises he may not be able to keep, including his oath to his cousin Roran to rescue his beloved Katrina.

When unrest claims the rebels and danger strikes, Eragon must make choices that take him across the Empire and beyond. Choices that may lead to unimagined sacrifice.

Conflict, action, adventure and one devastating death await readers as Eragon battles on behalf of the Varden while Galbatorix ruthlessly attempts to crush and twist him to his own purposes.

Can he become a leader who can unite the rebel forces and defeat the King?

'Action-packed SF adventure that zings along at hyperluminal speed' – Peter F. Hamilton

Goodreads Choice Award for Best Science Fiction Novel

To Sleep in a Sea of Stars is a masterful epic science fiction novel from the New York Times and Sunday Times bestselling author of the Inheritance Cycle, Christopher Paolini.

Kira Navárez dreamed of life on new worlds.
Now she’s awakened a nightmare.

During a routine survey mission on an uncolonized planet, Kira finds an alien relic. At first she’s delighted, but elation turns to terror when the ancient dust around her begins to move.

As war erupts among the stars, Kira is launched into a galaxy-spanning odyssey of discovery and transformation. First contact isn’t at all what she imagined, and events push her to the very limits of what it means to be human.

While Kira faces her own horrors, Earth and its colonies stand upon the brink of annihilation. Now, Kira might be humanity’s greatest and final hope . . .

Praise for Christopher Paolini and his work:

'Christopher Paolini is a true rarity' – Washington Post

'An authentic work of great talent' – New York Times Book Review

'A breathtaking and unheard of success' – USA Today

'Christopher Paolini make[s] literary magic' – People

Master storyteller and internationally bestselling author Christopher Paolini returns to the World of Eragon in this stunning epic fantasy set a year after the events of the Inheritance Cycle.

The world is no longer safe for the Dragon Rider Murtagh and his dragon, Thorn. An evil king has been toppled, and they are left to face the consequences of the reluctant role they played in his reign of terror.

Now they are hated and alone, exiled to the outskirts of society. Throughout the land, hushed voices whisper of brittle ground and a faint scent of brimstone in the air - and Murtagh senses that something wicked lurks in the shadows of Alagaësia. So begins an epic journey into lands both familiar and untravelled, where Murtagh and Thorn must use every weapon in their arsenal, from brains to brawn, to find and outwit a mysterious witch. A witch who is much more than she seems.

In this gripping novel starring one of the most popular characters from Christopher Paolini's blockbuster Inheritance Cycle, a Dragon Rider must discover what he stands for in a world that has abandoned him. Murtagh is the perfect book to enter the World of Eragon for the first time . . . or to joyfully return.

ERAGON

When Eragon finds a polished blue stone in the forest, he thinks it is the lucky discovery of a poor farm boy. But when the stone brings a dragon hatchling, his simple life is shattered, and he is thrust into a perilous new world of destiny, magic and power. Can Eragon take up the mantle of the legendary Dragon Riders?

ELDEST

Eragon and his dragon, Saphira, must travel to Ellesmera, land of the elves, for further training in magic and swordmanship. But chaos and betrayal plague him at every turn, and as his cousin Roran fights a new battle in Carvahall, Eragon is put in even graver danger . . .

BRISINGR

Eragon and his dragon, Saphira, have narrowly escaped with their lives after the colossal battle against the Empire's warriors on the Burning Plains. Now Eragon finds himself bound by promises he may not be able to keep. Can this once simple farm boy unite the rebel forces and defeat the King?

Von Millionen Fans sehnsüchtig erwartet: Mit MURTAGH erscheint der lang ersehnte neue Roman des meisterhaften Geschichtenerzählers und Weltbestsellerautors Christopher Paolini. MURTAGH ist der perfekte Start für Lesende, die eine sensationelle neue Fantasywelt entdecken wollen, und die heiß ersehnte Gelegenheit für alle, die schon lange darauf warten, wieder nach Alagaësia und in Eragons Welt zurückzukehren.  

Alle Bände der World of Eragon:

Eragon. Das Vermächtnis der Drachenreiter (Band 1)
Eragon. Der Auftrag des Ältesten (Band 2)
Eragon. Die Weisheit des Feuers (Band 3)
Eragon. Das Erbe der Macht (Band 4)
Die Gabel, die Hexe und der Wurm. Geschichten aus Alagaësia (Zusatzband)

Bildgewaltig wie ein Kino-Blockbuster: das fantastische Weltraum-Abenteuer von Christopher Paolini, dem Welt-Bestseller-Autor von »Eragon«

Neue Welten zu erkunden ist alles, wovon die junge Forscherin Kira Navarez jemals geträumt hat. Doch ein harmloser Auftrag auf einem fernen Planeten lässt Kiras Traum zum größten Albtraum der Menschheit werden: Bei der abschließenden Untersuchung des Planeten, der in Kürze kolonialisiert werden soll, stürzt Kira in eine Felsspalte – und entdeckt etwas, das kein menschliches Auge zuvor erblickt hat. Es wird sie vollständig und für immer verwandeln. Nur wenn es Kira gelingt, trotzdem sie selbst zu bleiben, kann sie das Schlimmste verhindern. Denn nicht nur das Schicksal ihrer eigenen Art liegt ab jetzt in ihren Händen.

Kira ist allein. Wir sind es nicht. Und wir müssen einen Weg finden, um zu überleben. 

Mit »Die Ewigkeit der Sterne« entführt uns Bestseller-Autor Christopher Paolini in neue unbekannte Welten, und zu dem, was in der unerforschten Weite des Weltalls zwischen fremden Sternen auf uns wartet. Christopher Paolinis episches Weltraum-Abenteuer verbindet auf geniale Weise die Welten-Schöpfung und Charakter-Entwicklung seiner »Eragon«-Romane mit den faszinierenden Möglichkeiten der Zukunft.