The Book of Lost Tales, Volume 1: Part One by J.R.R. Tolkien

The Book of Lost Tales, Volume 1: Part One

The History of Middle-Earth #1

J.R.R. Tolkien

304 pages first pub 1983 (editions)

fiction fantasy adventurous challenging mysterious slow-paced

Community Reviews Summary of 652 reviews

Moods

informative 64%
challenging 60%
adventurous 57%
reflective 39%
inspiring 21%
emotional 17%
mysterious 17%
dark 14%
hopeful 10%
sad 10%
relaxing 7%
funny 3%
tense 3%

Pace

slow 85%
medium 11%
fast 3%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 35% | Plot: 30% | N/A: 25% | Character: 10%

Strong character development?

No: 55% | It's complicated: 25% | N/A: 15% | Yes: 5%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 45% | Yes: 25% | N/A: 20% | No: 10%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 47% | It's complicated: 26% | N/A: 15% | Yes: 10%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 55% | It's complicated: 25% | N/A: 15% | Yes: 5%

Average rating

3.81

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