The second volume of The Lord of the Rings follows the divided Fellowship as they battle the growing power of Sauron across Middle-earth. While Frodo and Sam continue their dangerous journey to Mordor with the help of Gollum, Aragorn, Legolas, and Gimli join the war against Saruman. Filled with epic battles, friendship, courage, and sacrifice, the novel deepens the legendary fantasy world of Middle-earth.