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Another re-read, and it's better than ever.
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While the majority of this story was charming, some of it I found a bit on the dull side. I hope the Tolkien loyalists down send me to Mordor without a paddle, but I found the section of the riddles with Gollum to be drawn out and I found myself daydreaming through some of the narration.
On the other hand, I really enjoy Tolkien's clever turn of phrase and wonderful imagination. ...more
On the other hand, I really enjoy Tolkien's clever turn of phrase and wonderful imagination. ...more



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