fiction classics fantasy adventurous challenging slow-paced

337 pages | first published 1977

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A new hardback edition with a cover design by Tolkien himself, to complement the popular Hobbit and Lord of the Rings hardbacks. Includes new Preface by J.R.R. Tolkien unique to this edition. The Silmarillion is an account of the Elder Days, of th...
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Summary of 8997 reviews

Moods

adventurous 80%
challenging 55%
dark 37%
informative 36%
emotional 22%
inspiring 22%
mysterious 22%
sad 22%
reflective 20%
tense 13%
hopeful 12%
relaxing 2%
funny 1%

Pace

slow 81%
medium 15%
fast 2%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 57% | A mix: 32% | Character: 6% | N/A: 3%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 44% | No: 30% | Yes: 18% | N/A: 6%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 49% | Yes: 31% | No: 14% | N/A: 5%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 38% | No: 33% | It's complicated: 21% | N/A: 6%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 55% | It's complicated: 23% | No: 15% | N/A: 5%

Average rating

3.99

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