The Return of the King
J.R.R. Tolkien
Genre:
Fantasy
Title: The Return of the King
Author:Â J.R.R. Tolkien
Series: The Lord of the Rings
Genre:Â Fantasy
Pages: 464
Publisher:Â George Allen and Unwin
Date Published: 1955
Star Rating: 5***** I loved the book and highly recommend
About the Book: The final instalment sees the great war for Middle-earth reach its climax. As armies clash and kingdoms fall, Frodo and Sam inch closer to Mount Doom, burdened by the Ring and the twisted influence of Gollum. Meanwhile, Aragorn steps fully into his role as king, and the fate of the world hangs by a thread.
My Thoughts: A majestic and emotional conclusion to a sweeping saga. The Return of the King delivers everything you could want from a fantasy finale—epic battles, heartfelt reunions, heart breaking losses, and triumphs that feel hard-earned. What struck me most was the emotional depth of Frodo’s journey, and how the weight of the Ring changes him. Tolkien doesn’t shy away from the scars of war—there’s no neat happily-ever-after, and that makes it all the more powerful. The appendices are a treasure trove for lore-lovers too! A masterclass in how to end a trilogy.