‘The day has come at last,’ [Aragorn] said: ‘the day of choice which we have long delayed. What shall now become of our Company that has travelled so far in fellowship? Read more
II. Chapter 9: The Great River
Danger closes in from without, and divisions start to appear from within, as the Company moves toward a decision. Read more
II. Chapter 8: Farewell to Lórien
The Company resumes their journey, but without Gandalf to lead them, doubt and conflict begins to show among the party. Read more
II. Chapter 7: The Mirror of Galadriel
We meet perhaps the most interesting female character in Tolkien’s legendarium as the Company prepares itself to move forward. Read more
II. Chapter 6: Lothlórien
The Company has barely begun to grieve the loss of Gandalf, and their quest is still far from over. Read more
II. Chapter 5: The Bridge of Khazad-dûm
The Company finds itself in a trap, but Gandalf is determined to get them out, whatever the cost. Read more
II. Chapter 4: A Journey in the Dark
With the Quest still before them, the Company must choose between darkness and defeat. Also, Gandalf is awesome. Read more
II. Chapter 3: The Ring Goes South
The Company is formed and begins the Quest, so let’s talk about these characters we’re going to spend the rest of the book with. Read more
II. Chapter 2: The Council of Elrond
It’s time for a long chapter full of exposition, as the peoples of Middle-earth must decide what to do with the time that’s been given them. Read more
II. Chapter 1: Many Meetings
Frodo’s safe in Rivendell, so we can take a breath and catch up with everyone before diving back into the plot. Read more
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