The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien
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Book Reviews of The Hobbit
Book Review: An adventure for all ages
Summary: 5 Stars
I first read The Hobbit in eighth grade, on recommendation from a friend of mine (whom I am extremely grateful for, since it was my introduction to a world I have never managed to find my way back from and never want to). Though it may seem a little slow-moving at first, it is actually an excellent adventure story, though perhaps a bit much for younger children to attempt to read for themselves. (However, reading it aloud to them is strongly recommended!) Bilbo is a likable character, easy to relate to, because all of us want to go out and have adventures and slay dragons, and yet we also enjoy the comforts of home a bit too much. Gandalf is appropriately mysterious and yet somehow feels like a loving grandfather, and the Dwarves are endearing and bring a smile to your face. Even if you don't like fantasy, give this book a try. Who knows, it could end up being your new favorite.Book Review: The Hobbit
Summary: 5 Stars
Bilbo Baggins is a clever, tricky hobbit who lives in Hobbiton. One day his friend Gandalf is supposed to come over for tea but some unexpected guests arrive. Instead thirteen dwarves come to his house to persuade him into going on a quest with them to drive the dragon Smaug out of their city and take his treasure. Unfortunately Bilbo does not like adventures but something deep down inside him keeps on telling him to go. Reluctantly, he decides to leave on the parlous journey with Gandalf and the dwarves. On the way they run into all kinds of creatures that slow down their pace. Will they make it past all odds and beat the undefeatable dragon? In this amazing fantasy The Hobbit, J.R.R. Tolkien takes you places you've never imagined. If you like action filled suspense stories that you can't put down then this is definitely the book for you!!!!
-Julian Thomassie
Book Review: The Hobbit
Summary: 5 Stars
By: Aspen Ishii
The Hobbit
by J.R.R Tolkien
The Hobbit is an absolute classic. This book is about a hobbit named Bilbo Baggins who joins a party of dwarves in their quest for treasure. He finds himself in many sticky situation. As he and the dwarves embark on this dangerous journey, they will encounter much hardship and creatures such as goblins, dragons and orks. This book has many riddles, twists and turns that will keep you interested and will make you want to keep reading. J.R.R Tolkien has created a whole new world of fantasy and adventure; that's the reason way I liked The Hobbit. I would also recommend reading The Lord of the Rings also by J.R.R Tolkien. You'll recognize some old characters and meet new ones on the way. I would recommend these books for 5th graders and up.
Book Review: ......there lived a Hobbit
Summary: 5 Stars
I didn't read any of Tolkien's books until the movies(awesome) came out and made me interested. So I started with The Hobbit. Amazing. The whole book feels like this big classic adventure and its fun to read. It is also very important in setting up The Lord of the Rings books. Gandalf has got to be one the best characters ever created along with Bilbo of course.
There have been many people who have tried to imitate Tolkien's works(Christoper Paolini who wouldn't know originality if it broke his nose) is one example. And sadly no one has made fantasty equal to The Hobbit, Narnia is close but not quite as good. Because if someone did make a fantasty equal to The Hobbit we could have the joy of reading another book that captures your imagination and takes you to another world.
Book Review: Easily Tolkien's most readable novel: outstanding tale, even if less lustrous than LoTR
Summary: 5 Stars
The Hobbit is a fantastic novel. The pages practically turn themselves in this tale of Bilbo and the Ring. Bilbo's journey is epic. Our humble hobbit faces up to great dangers, is morally and physically challenged. In the end Bilbo is transformed by the journey: he becomes more courageous, more generous, and more a complete living being. I read this as a twelve year old and absolutely relished every page: it's readability is outstanding. The far more imaginative Lord of the Rings trilogy is often badly written and overdrawn. The later work has obviously lit the fires of fifty million dreams, but this first book is the more taut. While many readers will dislike the trilogy and recoil from its complexities, nearly everyone can enjoy this wonderful story.