The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (The Lord of the Rings, #2)
The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (The Lord of the Rings, #2)
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2007
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Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2007Novel • Fiction
Middle-earth • Mythical Era
2007
Adult
14+ years
Super Short Summary
The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers by J.R.R. Tolkien, Brian Sibley, and Michael Bakewell follows the journey of individuals and their allies as they navigate a world threatened by darkness. This middle book of the trilogy builds on friendships, battles, and the resolve to defeat an emerging evil.
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Review Roundup
The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers by J.R.R. Tolkien, adapted by Brian Sibley and Michael Bakewell, maintains the epic fantasy and intricate world-building from the original text. It captures the depth of Tolkien's characters and the intensity of their journeys. Some find the adaptation lacks the novel’s expansive description, but it remains a compelling narrative. MLA.
Who Should Read The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (The Lord of the Rings, #2)?
Readers who relish epic fantasy and intricate world-building will enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers. Fans of George R.R. Martin's A Game of Thrones and C.S. Lewis's The Chronicles of Narnia will appreciate its rich lore, profound themes, and compelling characters (Tolkien, Sibley, and Bakewell).
90,743 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Novel • Fiction
Middle-earth • Mythical Era
2007
Adult
14+ years
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