Well done to Coco Gauff :)

not too bad, it had potential but the writing was weak

Really great book, and you really start almost to become "friends" with the characters. I love Tolkien's writing style, its unlike any other literature. It can be difficult to understand, but it's still a beautiful and great book. The characters are so incredible and it's such a wonderful series that builds so well. My favourite characters are Pippin, Sam and Eowyn I recommend watching the movies as well, as they did a surprisingly good job of telling the story (and incredible casting, props and attention to detail). After LOTR and the Hobbit, the Silmarillion is the next to read (it's also one of the most complicated of Tolkien's works). Words of warning: Hobbit movies are not as good, and don't watch rings of power