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The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien

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dnandrews797's review against another edition

5.0

The Hobbit is one of my all time favourite adventure novels. Bilbo Baggins, ordinary and unassuming is thrown into an epic fantasy roadtrip with a band of brave, uncouth dwarfs on their way to steal back their gold and homeland from a dragon. I can’t think of a better story of personal growth and high fantasy. This book will always have a dear place in my heart. I’ve laughed at Bilbo’s uninvited guests, agonized over their long journey through the goblin mountains and evil forests, cheered for the reclamation of a homeland and the deader of evil, and cried at the end of a noble bloodline. Absolutely perfect in every way.

a_cloud's review against another edition

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5.0

Audiobook narrated by Andy Serkis. Loved it.

cobhlaith's review against another edition

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i’m too adhd for audiobooks i will just think about something else for fifteen minutes then remember i’ve been listening to an audiobook only to go back and realize all i missed were descriptions of hills and trees and the most boring dialogue in the world. i also can’t smell audiobooks 👎😑

amyrosemars's review against another edition

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adventurous funny hopeful mysterious slow-paced

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

3.75

sofbooks__'s review against another edition

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adventurous funny mysterious slow-paced

4.0

wojevan's review against another edition

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adventurous emotional hopeful inspiring lighthearted fast-paced

4.0

Much more lighthearted and fun than it's sequel Lord of the Rings. Almost like a children's story comparing the two, from the writing style and more upbeat moments of the story. Still a great way to get into the series in an easier way.