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I never heard that complaint. Tom, if I remember right was an all knowing all powerful character, but in a “little woods “ sort of way. But for me it was like a test by Tolkien. Are you man enough to endure some parts of this epic tale in order to enjoy its pearls. I passed. Just barely.
The common Catholic take on Tom is that he's an ancient being untouched by the sin of middle Earth. He's incredibly powerful but also oblivious to your concern. He's Adam had he not fallen.