She’s the blueprint if we’re being honest.

That being said, it jumps around a lot and rarely feels like a cohesive story. The pacing is all over the place, and the novel feels more like its centering around the narrators thoughts of what occurred, rather than what actually occurred which I didn’t particularly care for.

That said, Tolkien's lighthearted narration IS enjoyable - I just wish it felt more cohesive if that makes any sense at all. The world is incredible to return to though, and Tolkien is nothing if not a master of vivid world building.