I'm kinda torn on this book. I really enjoyed it, but at the same time it didn't stand out to me. I think a lot of my enjoyment came from trying to find the similarities to LotR. The similarities are obviously with the books and not the movies since this was written in the 70s, so if you've just seen the movies, there are some things you won't pick up on. I love retellings, so this isn't something I would personally be upset about. After all, imitation is the most sincere form of flattery.

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I found it interesting that the book encompassed their journey from beginning to end. I wasn't expecting it to all be wrapped up in one book.

I've heard that his other books are more original, so I'm excited to read those!

Allanon pissed me right the fuck off though most of the time. He constantly talked down to everyone, and every smile was "mocking". Really bud?

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I get it, you're centuries old, and you've seen everything there is to see. Quit being a dick about it.