Tales from the Perilous Realm by J.R.R. Tolkien

Tales from the Perilous Realm

Middle-earth Universe

J.R.R. Tolkien with Tom Shippey (Contributor), Alan Lee (Illustrator)

403 pages first pub 1949 (editions)

fiction classics fantasy short stories adventurous mysterious slow-paced
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This book is ideal for readers who enjoy classic, thought-provoking fantasy that weaves together intricate worlds, poetic language, and timeless fairy tale themes.

Community Reviews

4.0
based on 1,275 reviews

Moods

adventurous: 91%

lighthearted: 75%

funny: 47%

mysterious: 30%

reflective: 27%

relaxing: 25%

hopeful: 21%

inspiring: 19%

emotional: 11%

informative: 8%

challenging: 5%

sad: 3%

dark: 2%


Pace

21% of readers chose fast
57% of readers chose medium
21% of readers chose slow
fast
medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

27% of readers chose Plot
56% of readers chose A mix
10% of readers chose Character
6% of readers chose N/A
Plot
A mix
Character
N/A

Strong character development?

31% of readers chose Yes
28% of readers chose Complicated
29% of readers chose No
10% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Loveable characters?

76% of readers chose Yes
16% of readers chose Complicated
1% of readers chose No
6% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Diverse cast of characters?

37% of readers chose Yes
15% of readers chose Complicated
35% of readers chose No
11% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Flaws of characters a main focus?

25% of readers chose Yes
34% of readers chose Complicated
26% of readers chose No
12% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

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