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Aug 12, 2020AlexYong_FrontPorch rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien tells the fantasy of a small, stout man (a hobbit) in a world of Middle-Earth who goes on an unexpected journey when a wizard convinces him that it is for the good of the world. The brave hobbit soon learns that the party consisting of dwarves and the old wizard that he has just joined is on a quest to save a town by killing a dragon. Its large cast of unique characters and unexpected plot twists involving a magical gold ring make it an entertaining novel that stays interesting throughout its entirety. It also has a very satisfying build to up to an action-packed climax that shapes the fantasy genre as a whole. The author’s usage of tone to tell the story and create settings is remarkable, and my readers may also enjoy the book because of this. I would give The Hobbit 4 out of 5 stars for its entertaining content and interesting characters that set the stage for The Lord of the Rings trilogy. It focuses more on action sequences rather than violent encounters, making the story well-suited for everyone 12 years and older. The novel may be too high of a reading level for some readers, but the actual content itself should be appropriate for young teens.