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This was as good as I remember it being and further convinces me that the movies are as bad as I keep saying. That aside, this as well as the LotR trilogy were the first high fantasy books I had ever read back when I was 12 or 13. They are still the love of my heart too.

It's a deeply imaginative world and story that takes me to unbelievable places in my mind and genuinely puts me into a happier place. And puts the world into my head strong enough that I can continue visualising it well after I've read it. That was one of the things that first hooked me onto Tolkien. Was how well his worlds stayed with me after I finished reading. I've sadly not found many fantasy authors who can really do that.

This is one of my favourite books to recommend to people adults and children alike.

kastle3066's review against another edition

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I think the movies would have been better if they kept Thorins harp.
I struggled with the writting style (I am also dyslexic) so it took me until Golums appearance to be invested. Riddles in the Dark was amazing, would be my 2nd favourite chapter. My favourite part would be the battle at the end, minus Thorins tantrum.
The battle of the Five Armies was written over 5 pages in a much more engaging and interesting way than what the movies decided to go with.
This was my first read through and I loved it, minus my dyslexic butt not getting to grips with the story at certain points, which a reread would be beneficial.

venla_reads's review against another edition

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5.0

first time reading this in english. lovely story, as always.

k80moyesreads's review against another edition

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4.0

Having watched the film growing up I was so excited to read this book.
It exceeded expectations, was so descriptive, I really felt immersed in the journey as it was really brought to light.
The only thing I found was that it had a slightly slow start and took a while for me to really delve into the book but on the whole it really is an amazing book (and much less overwhelming than some of the hobbit books due to its smaller size).

gracigoodin's review against another edition

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adventurous funny lighthearted fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

molotov20's review against another edition

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adventurous lighthearted slow-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? No
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.75

The hobbit is a classically written tale about a fun character going on an adventure with many tribulations and events, this novel isn’t unpleasant in any sense but it also isn’t extraordinary in any sense. It can feel more like a list of events happening to a list of characters rather than tribulations happening to people. Your care of the characters is minimal till the end of the story, there are so many characters and you have no reason to feel attached to any of them. The writing is a saving grace, its orator has a sense of humor and the writing is playful and witty, though most of the story is dull the ending is exciting and wraps the story up nicely and is a moment when you finally can connect with the characters. 6/10

thatmykahguy's review against another edition

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adventurous emotional funny inspiring lighthearted reflective medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

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