The Fellowship of the Ring by J.R.R. Tolkein

SYNOPSIS:  After Frodo Baggins inherits a ring from his uncle, and learns what it can do, he embarks on a quest to destroy it.  Along the way, he encounters many monsters, along with quite a bit of peril.  He will need the help of all who are willing to destroy the ring.

AUNT SHARON'S TAKE:  This book is a classic fairy tale adventure that I think readers of any age could enjoy.  However, there is quite a bit of verse in it, and some of the description and phrasing may be a bit hard for very young readers to get through.  Also, there was some violence and frightening imagery that might be too mature for very young readers.  I would recommend it for older readers for these reasons.

AUDIENCE:  Teens, Young Adults, and Adults

RATING:  PG with Frightening Imagery and Violence

STARS:  3

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