A review by insearchof_wonder_
Beren and Lúthien by J.R.R. Tolkien

adventurous slow-paced

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

4.5

The story itself is truly beautiful and beautifully told. I loved the prose that made it sound like an ancient tale, and all the imagery. The only reason I didn't give it five stars was because of the intrusive commentary about the history and development of the story. I just wanted to read the story. And I would love to see this as a full- color illustrated book, and a ballet. This story is particularly well suited to a ballet adaptation and i, for one, would like to see that.