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Summary: An exciting conclusion to the classic trilogy
Review: After finishing the second book in The Lord of the Rings trilogy, The Two Towers, I rushed out and got this one immediately. I couldn't wait to see what would happen next.Although, I enjoyed the second book a little more than this one, this is still an exciting conclusion to the series and is a must read. I especially liked the part with Gollum and the two hobbits traveling together. While they are tempted several times to kill Gollum for his wickedness, something prevents them and in the end it saves everything. I thought this was an interesting message. While I am firm believer in free-will... sometimes you just don't know what fate has in store for you. This book is a great story about believing in your mission in life and having faith that if you press on fate will come to your aid, even if it's in an unexpected way. I wish there were more writers out there who would take on such stories and handle them as masterfully as Tolkien has done.
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Summary: Magnficent conclusion to a great book...
Review: Tolkien's power with words reaches it's apex in this , the third volume of the trilogy. From the simple descriptions of the characters to the battle scenes , and Frodo's efforts to scale Mount Doom , the author brings the entire epic to life here in the grand conclusion of the tale. Anyone who can read this and not feel "as one" with the Hobbits has no soul and is devoid of emotions. The book commences with Sam Gamgee believing that Frodo has died in Shelob's lair and undertakes to become the Ringbearer. Denethor prepares to defend Minas Tirith but seemingly has fallen under the influence of Mordor and attempts to cremate the still living Faramir and himself on a funeral pyre. The riders of Rohan are mustered and ride to the assistance of Gondor... All in all there is much action leading to the victory of men against the hosts of Sauron. Meanwhile Frodo and Sam creep ever nearer to Cracks of Doom to destroy the One Ring. Even though I originally read this book 30 years ago , I was once again entranced with the world of Middle Earth on reading it again. One of the few books of the 20th Century worthy of the title "Literature". Much better than any of the later imitators in the fantasy genre.
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Summary: The Conclusion: The King and the Death of Mordor
Review: This book will hold you until the end with the continuity of the suspense. Mordor is a relentless force and the ring is even worse for Frodo Baggins and Sam Gamgey. They have tried to abandon Gollum, but he has proved helpful in this book to the end. The final battle between good and evil takes place, with all the forces of Middle Earth against all the forces of Sauron and the One Ring. Once you have begun this book, you will not be able to stand the suspense. It does NOT end after the battle, for all of Middle Earth is in disrepair and many of the elvin kind are leaving. This truly is a clever ending to an epic tale of the One Ring. You cannot read just one of these books!
I recommend the audio recordings for all three books, as well, Rob Inglis is a spectacular reader.
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Summary: The Return of the King Sweeps the Fantasy Scene!
Review: The Return of the King is definitely the best book I have ever read. It is the ultimate ending to Tolkien's fantastic trilogy; it is a story of love, bravery, magic, and terror all wrapped up in one. I must admit that the ending was slightly disappointing, however, Middle Earth was better for it. I will read this book again someday-once you start, you can barely put it down. I LOVED IT!
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Summary: Flawless fantasy!
Review: How great a book is this? No word could fully explain its brilliance. Out of Tolkien's three novels, this was undoubtedly the best. While most authors end their series poorly, Tolkien ended his legend exceptionally. There was no point during this book that I felt bored or exasperated--it was truly flawless. I recommend it with the utmost level of recommendation. How many books are ranked 5 stars out of over 200 reviews? Not many. Start reading this in the morning, because you'll be reading all day!
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Summary: This is my all time favorite book.
Review: I became interested in the trilogy when my brother Chris made me read "The Hobbit." Though many people skip the prequel to the trilogy, it certainly helped me to connect things to all 3 books of "The Lord of the Rings." It took me a total of 5 months to read "The Hobbit", "The Fellowship of the Ring", "The Two Towers", and "The Return of the King." I loved all of the books, but my all time favorite was "The Return of the King." I love Aragorn, and this was his book -- well, a part of it was. The first half of the book was a little emotional, but it was worth it. When I finished the book, I was almost torn apart. The ending totally surprised me, not only because it wasn't something that could have been predicted, but because these wonderful characters: Frodo, Sam, Merry, Pippin, Aragorn, Legolas, Gandalf, and Gimli, were ripped away from me. They were my family for 5 months, and now they were gone with not another word. Though saying goodbye to the Trilogy was hard, I would never ever go back on those 5 wonderful months and not read the books. Especially since it's summertime, this is a great time to read these books. A little part of me still believes these wonderful characters are with me, and will never go away.
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Summary: Closure on an Epic tale
Review: Tolkien is fabulous at revealing the atmosphere of the worlds that he creates. He describes these places with such detail that I wonder how they are going to pull off the next two on the big screen. The story dives deeper and deeper into hell by putting our heros into the most dreadful positions. Eventually the get brought out through fighting for there lives. I will probibly read this over as there is just so much to absorb . Beautifully developed and wonderfully woven. The first part dives into the battle for Gondor and it is dark. Yet the march into Mordor in the second part is as evil and as fantastic as you will find. Absolutly magical.
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Summary: The Return of the King
Review: In "The Return Of The King" by J.R.R. Tolkien, Tolkien does a wonderful job of ending an amazing story that has branched through a mystical trilogy of magic, hope, good and evil...
My favorite character in this book is Sam, my favorites have changed throughout the trilogy. He sticks with Frodo throughout the whole story and is his will when Frodo wants to give up. Sam puts his life on the line for Frodo many times in this story, he was truly what kept Frodo going.
I enjoyed the ending to this trilogy, some minor characters came into the spotlight and showed their true colors, and the book wrapped up nicely.
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Summary: Suspenseful Ending to a Brilliant Trilogy
Review: This is the third time I have visited the magical world of J.R.R Tolkien's unique Middle-Earth, and I'm sure it won't be the last time! The Return of the King is the final, and in my opinion the best, book in the Lord of the Rings trilogy. With just as much action, adventure, suspense and romance as the first two, the final episode breaks all bounds with not a dull moment in its entirety.
The book resumes the story of the remnants of what was the Fellowship of the Ring, now the Grey Company. Each have gone their separate ways, and Frodo and Samwise have journeyed to Mordor to fulfill their dreadful task of destroying the Ring. Peregrin and Gandalf set out for the slowly dying city of Minas Tirith to inform its Steward, Denethor, of the death of his son Boromir, who died protecting Peregrin and Meriadoc. While Gandalf and Pippin ride East, Merry, with the rest of the Fellowship and the host of Rohan, rides to Edoras to consult the lady Eowyn, daughter of the king of Rohan. However, a new path is revealed to Aragorn and the Grey Company: The Paths of the Dead. All paths hold danger for each company, though Frodo's is the gravest. With Sauron's Eye upon him constantly, the Ring weighs heavier on his conscience than ever, slowly working its evil on his heart. Having lost all hope, Frodo succumbs to despair and even Sam's optimism cannot lift the heavy burden from his mind.
Following the end of the novel, there are the Appendices, which describe the history of each ancient race and its background. Including some excerpts from Bilbo's Red Book, they are a great help in understanding Middle-Earth as a whole.
I could not stop reading this book once I started, and I believe the reader will find it just as addictive. Tolkien combines all of the human weaknesses and strengths into this magnificent story of betrayal, temptation, courage, love, hate and valor. Journey with Frodo and Sam as all of the Races join in the fight that will seal the fate of Middle-Earth and end the Third Age. I guarantee it will be an adventure you will never forget.
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Summary: Epic Conclusion!
Review: In an epic conclusion to the Lord of the Rings series by J.R.R. Tolkien, The Return of the King seizes you by the hand and guides you on a mystical journey filled with laughter, sadness, courage and some of the best descriptions ever in a book. As the hobbits Frodo and Sam continue their treacherous journey deep into the foul land of Mordor, their fellow members of the fellowship (of the ring) hasten to aid Minas Tirith, Gondor's chief city and defense against Mordor, from the bound to be invasion by Sauron, the evil Dark Lord of Mordor. Fate seems inevitable for Middle-earth, with Frodo and Sam being the last hope; to destroy the "one" ring of Sauron's power. To do this they must reach the heart of Morder, Mount Doom, and destroy the ring in the awesome "furnace" that once had created it, though the closer they get, the more powerful the ring becomes and Frodo's will starts to break down. Frodo and Sam must be wary of their furtive guide Gollum, who is the only one available through which they can find their way. Back in Gondor, things are looking very bleak until Aragorn, the newfound king, returns with an undead army to re-conquer Minas Tirith from Mordor's wicked army. In a last ditch effort to reach Mount Doom, Frodo and Sam stagger to the imposing mountain past orcs, Gollum who betrayed them, and numerous other hurdles in their quest. Gollum plays a vital role in the destruction of the ring in the end, and Sauron falls. In his third book of the series, Tolkien wonderfully concludes this magnificent story of fantasy and wonder. This is a very well written book, and I strongly recommend it to everyone.
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