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

J.R.R. Tolkien, Christopher Tolkien

400 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.

Community Reviews Summary of 414 reviews

Moods

informative 63%
adventurous 52%
challenging 52%
reflective 42%
inspiring 26%
dark 15%
mysterious 15%
sad 5%

Pace

slow 88%
medium 5%
fast 5%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 53% | Plot: 30% | Character: 7% | N/A: 7%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 53% | No: 23% | N/A: 15% | Yes: 7%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 38% | Yes: 38% | N/A: 15% | No: 7%

Diverse cast of characters?

It's complicated: 38% | No: 38% | Yes: 15% | N/A: 7%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 46% | Yes: 30% | No: 15% | N/A: 7%

Average rating

3.9

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