Murtagh
Published in 2023, Murtagh is an epic fantasy and dragon fantasy novel by Christopher Paolini. The story is set in Alagaësia. Readers will find themes of dragons.
Open Library readers give it an average of 4.4 out of 5 from 5 ratings, and 119 more have it on their want-to-read list. It has been published in 18 editions across 3 languages. It appeared on the New York Times Young Adult Hardcover bestseller list in 2023.
At about 696 pages, most readers finish it in 12–13 hours.
About Murtagh
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 the unknown, as Murtagh and Thorn must find and outwit a witch veiled in mystery.
Awards & lists
- 📰New York Times bestseller list — Young Adult Hardcover, 2023
Quick answers
Who wrote Murtagh?
Murtagh was written by Christopher Paolini and first published in 2023.
What genre is Murtagh?
It is usually shelved as Epic Fantasy, Dragon Fiction and Adventure.
How long is Murtagh?
The median edition has 696 pages, about 12–13 hours of reading at 250 words per minute.
What books are similar to Murtagh?
Readers who like it often enjoy A Clash of Kings, A Dance With Dragons and Dragonquest.
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