This was an enjoyable read, and I probably highlighted more quotes in this book than any other I've ever read. It has long been on my to-read list as it is constantly discussed as a fantasy classic, and it is worthy of that title. 
 Why only 3 stars? Simply because of my preferences in regards to story-telling at this point in my life. This very much reads like a fairy-tale where you're a little farther removed from the characters on an emotional level. I'm all about full-immersion and character-driven stories, and this book is just something else. I can't say that's a default of the story in any way. I never felt that something was missing or lacking; it's just something different, and that's okay. I will say that if I had read this when I was younger, I'd probably have a different opinion. 
 Ultimately though, I did enjoy reading it. It had a lot more humor than I was expecting actually, which is always a plus. Definitely a must-read.