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lindab_2021's review
4.0
Unabridged Audiobook - 10 CDs
Plot: 4 stars
Audiobook production: 5 stars
Really enjoyed Tolkien's writing style in this book, formal but completely accessible. Narrator Rob Inglis should be praised for his performance throughout the audiobook. As well as his considerable natural singing talent - evident throughout the book.
Plot: 4 stars
Audiobook production: 5 stars
Really enjoyed Tolkien's writing style in this book, formal but completely accessible. Narrator Rob Inglis should be praised for his performance throughout the audiobook. As well as his considerable natural singing talent - evident throughout the book.
livvy_rose's review against another edition
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
1.0
phillyhewitt's review against another edition
3.0
I was hesitant to review this beloved classic because of its devout fan base. I really enjoyed Tolkien’s writing style, it’s very rhythmic and bouncy. His word choices just have good mouth feel! Great visual elements as well!! My biggest hang up in this tale is the motivation of several of the characters, it just doesn’t line up.
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aimeewoodworks's review against another edition
5.0
I really enjoyed Rob's narration and his interpretations of the songs in this book. This was a very satisfying audiobook to listen to during work, as I had already read it before.
liaweneryniel's review against another edition
5.0
Love the story, love the voice but I can’t help it, the movie has worked its way into my heart and mind...I can only see Martin Freeman, Richard Armitage and Ian McKellen before my eyes when I listen to the Hobbit. It took some time getting used to different voices but thy are fitting. I especially liked the Riddles in the dark and the company’s time at Beorn’s. Now on to the last adventures!
aug3zimm's review against another edition
4.0
Is it just me or is Harry Potter influenced by The Hobbit(/LoTR) to an absurd degree? I mean giant spiders, people shapeshifting into animals, a dark(/forbidden) forest, invisibility-causing accessories... (Though HP does have actual female characters in it, so there's a difference. Seriously, how do the dwarves, elves and goblins reproduce? No females of that race were even alluded to. I mean, Bilbo did have a mom so at least hobbits aren't like amoebas, but everyone else? That's kind of my best guess at this point.)
elyse29efd's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
nathandre's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0