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A review by wuthrinheights
The Two Towers by J.R.R. Tolkien
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
The first part (or rather, Book 3) was a lot less enjoyable than the previous books. Without my main favourite characters, I found it hard to concentrate on their journey. The adventures weren't as bright as in The Fellowship (or The Hobbit), the new characters weren't as fun, and I felt sleepy through most of it.
Thankfully it picked up in part two (Book 4). My favourite characters were back, Smeagol was around and he made things much better. The difficult relationship he had with the hobbits were entertaining and comical. There were times where I actually pitied the foul creature.
By the last five chapters or so, I couldn't put the book down. The scenes were picking up so fast, my hands were clammy (even now as I write down my review). I definitely must get to the last book and see how it all ends. Will justice prevail?
Thankfully it picked up in part two (Book 4). My favourite characters were back, Smeagol was around and he made things much better. The difficult relationship he had with the hobbits were entertaining and comical. There were times where I actually pitied the foul creature.
By the last five chapters or so, I couldn't put the book down. The scenes were picking up so fast, my hands were clammy (even now as I write down my review). I definitely must get to the last book and see how it all ends. Will justice prevail?