The Book of Lost Tales, Part Two by J.R.R. Tolkien

The Book of Lost Tales, Part Two

The History of Middle-Earth #2

J.R.R. Tolkien

385 pages first pub 1984 (editions)

fiction fantasy adventurous mysterious slow-paced

Description

The second of a two-book set that contains the early myths and legends which led to the writing of Tolkien’s epic tale of war, The Silmarillion.This second part of The Book of Lost Tales includes the tale of Beren and Lúthien, Túrin and the Dragon...

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Community Reviews Summary of 350 reviews

Moods

adventurous 44%
challenging 44%
informative 44%
reflective 33%
inspiring 22%
dark 11%
mysterious 11%
sad 11%

Pace

slow 87%
medium 12%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 50% | Plot: 33% | Character: 16%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 33% | No: 33% | N/A: 16% | Yes: 16%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 66% | It's complicated: 16% | N/A: 16%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 50% | It's complicated: 33% | Yes: 16%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 33% | No: 16%

Average rating

3.89

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