A review by mrtvavrana
The Book of Lost Tales, Part Two by J.R.R. Tolkien

adventurous informative medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

Similarly to the first book, this volume is also a collection of the early versions of tales from The Silmarillion. 

I found the first book quite difficult to read, although I enjoyed this volume much better. I definitely still struggled with the additional commentary, but it was fascinating to read and learn all those little details. 

I am also quite in awe of how much the stories have evolved and how much of them remains the same even after so many years. 

As I have mentioned in my previous review, The History is not for casual fans. Not even for a lot of the hardcore fans, probably. This series is definitely a journey even for the most determined. 

But I think that if you managed to read the first book, you already have a clear idea of what the rest of the books will be like.