I absolutely enjoyed Gimli, he needs his own main character story. 

I didn’t really understand much of what was going on in the story. I think I would need to watch the movie and do a re-read of the series. 

Treebeard was interesting, he did feel a little of Tom Bombadil but thankfully no singing. 

Legolas and Gimli, the unlikely friends, were a lot of fun. 

Merry & Pippin with Treebeard was alright. 

Gandalf is interesting and concerning how he’s changed. 

Boromir’s brother - I don’t know yet is he’s really a good guy. 

Gollum is creepy and weird as always. 

Sam was the best. Especially at the end. 

I’m not enthralled yet in the story, I’m still working on it. I think it’s a book of enjoying the journey and I’m wanting to get to the battle scenes.