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I won‘t add anything new to the discussion, so I won‘t try. It reminds me of the adventure novels popular w/ boys in the Victorian era, but fantasy. I want to thank Christopher Tolkien for taking his father to task about remembering the small details of his bedtime story so that we could all benefit from it. The original NPR broadcast was stellar & should get a listen, if you‘re so inclined. Know what Aragon‘s shirt is made of? Husband material.

Again, I listened to the original American National Public Radio broadcast. Other than some different pronunciations than we‘re used to, this was another stellar performance. This was also around the 3-hour mark. If, like me, you‘re familiar with the story and just want to have some ear candy while crafting, give this a listen!

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The Lord of the Rings
A Gentleman In Moscow
Outlander

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It hurts a little to say goodbye to the Hobbits again. I really felt with Frodo and at the same time I was so proud of him. Loved the others, too. And there are even female characters! When I first read it six years ago, I didn't really pay attention to this. This is how we change as we grow older and this way we can find new things in old beloved books. ❤

The first part of this book is my favourite of the whole series because of Merry and Pippin. I just love those two ❤ But I also admire Sam's role in the story. Again, I was buffled by the importance of his character and how he grows in this story. I didn't really like the fight at the end, that's all. It was a bit too much for my taste. Which doesn't change anything about the greatness of this book (there could be more women, but you know that).

"I want to see mountains again, Gandalf, mountains, and then find somewhere where I can rest..."

I've been so stressed with work lately. I've honestly been quoting this quote to my hubby almost every night. Today, he surprised me with a quick trip to the mountains so we can get some nature therapy and play in the snow.

Plus, we continued listening to the tagged book, which we started last year. It's taking us a while but that's okay.

This series is everything that is right with epic fantasy.

FULL REVIEW: https://abookandateacup.blogspot.com/2021/09/review-return-of-king.html

At loss of words in front of perfection.

FULL REVIEW: https://abookandateacup.blogspot.com/2021/08/review-two-towers.html

Háma is the real hero of Rohan let‘s be real. He deserves way more recognition

After exactly seven years I'm rereading LotR, how fitting is that? And even though now I realise how male dominated the story is, I still loved every step I took with the Hobbits. Once again. It was the same feeling I had when I first read it. The narrator does a great job and I think his voice fits the story very well. Merry and Pippin are still my favorites, I can't help myself 😄 Already preordered the next audio book. Obviously.