In "Bandersnatch," Diana Pavlac Glyer explores the creative relationship between C. S. Lewis and J. R. R. Tolkien, focusing on their time as members of the Inklings. The book delves into their collaboration and the unique influences they had on each other's work, highlighting how their conversations and shared ideas shaped their literary creations.

Mr. Lewis points out that the character of hobbits becomes more interesting when they find themselves in unusual or challenging circumstances, suggesting that their true charm lies in how they react to the unexpected. This insight offers a deeper understanding of the hobbit characters and adds layers to Tolkien's storytelling.