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The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers

J.R.R. Tolkien
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The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2007

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J.R.R. Tolkien

The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2007
Book Details
Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Classic Fiction

Fantasy

Action & Adventure
Setting

Middle-earth • Medieval Fantasy World

Publication Year

2007

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

14+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers, by J.R.R. Tolkien, follows individuals from the Fellowship after they are separated during their quest. As each person faces unique challenges across Middle-earth, they encounter allies and adversaries while striving to combat the growing threat of Sauron and Saruman. This narrative explores themes of friendship, courage, and resilience.

Adventurous

Mysterious

Suspenseful

Fantastical

Dark

Reviews & Readership

4.7

97,503 ratings

93%

Loved it

5%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers by J.R.R. Tolkien is widely praised for its rich world-building and complex characters. Reviewers commend Tolkien's imaginative storytelling and detailed landscapes. However, some criticize its slow pacing and dense prose, which may challenge casual readers. Despite this, it remains a compelling continuation of the epic saga.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers?

A reader enjoying The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers likely appreciates epic fantasy, intricate world-building, and a deep exploration of good vs. evil. Fans of George R.R. Martin’s A Song of Ice and Fire and C.S. Lewis’s The Chronicles of Narnia series will find similar themes and immersive narratives.

4.7

97,503 ratings

93%

Loved it

5%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

Book Details
Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Classic Fiction

Fantasy

Action & Adventure
Setting

Middle-earth • Medieval Fantasy World

Publication Year

2007

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

14+ years

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