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Beren and Lúthien by J.R.R. Tolkien
4.5
adventurous challenging dark emotional hopeful sad tense slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus: No

I loved listening to this book so much—I know I missed out on some brilliant illustrations, but the verses of the Lay were read beautifully and I can’t help but think that maybe that’s how Tolkien intended it to be translated to the audience. (Like Shakespeare almost!) The story, while quite short, is also a work of art from Middle Earth, per usual.