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Смертник из рода Валевских #10
Condemned Book 10: A Progression Fantasy LitRPG Series
All or nothing. Life or death. There is no third option. Neither the ancients, nor outside forces, nor Chaos itself can find any other way to preserve the integrity of the world other than to destroy Archduke Maximilian Valevsky.
They send him on a mission that can only be completed under one condition — Maximilian must die. And if he doesn’t fulfill this mission, everyone he holds dear will perish in his stead.
It seems like a hopeless situation. Someone must die. But who? Perhaps it’s the world itself that is setting such harsh terms?
They send him on a mission that can only be completed under one condition — Maximilian must die. And if he doesn’t fulfill this mission, everyone he holds dear will perish in his stead.
It seems like a hopeless situation. Someone must die. But who? Perhaps it’s the world itself that is setting such harsh terms?
- GenresFantasy
297 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 12, 2025
75 people are currently reading
20 people want to read
About the author
Vasily Mahanenko
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Vasily Mahanenko is a fantasy author working in the new genre of LitRPG - the MMO-based fantasy and sci fi. His Way of the Shaman series took Russian literature by storm in 2012.
Vasily dipped into his college-days insider knowledge as a hardcore gamer in order to create a believable world of the virtual-reality MMO game. His bestselling series combines fiction and video games, telling the story of Shaman and his friends stuck in the ruthless reality of Barliona. He used his more than ten years' experience as an ERP implementation project manager to approach his writing in a well-organized manner, working to a strict schedule, a set of deadlines and even a budget. At the moment, the series boasts six novels with the seventh one in the works - this time the author expands on stories of Shaman's companions and those who helped and supported him in his trials and tribulations.
The first book of the series has already been translated into English, with more translations to follow, aiming to make the Way of the Shaman series available to the English-language reader in its entirety.
Vasily's other passion is space exploration which is why he now works on a follow-up series entitled Galaktiona. Set in a space-simulator based world, the first book of the series in already finished while Vasily works on its sequel.
Vasily Mahanenko is a fantasy author working in the new genre of LitRPG - the MMO-based fantasy and sci fi. His Way of the Shaman series took Russian literature by storm in 2012.
Vasily dipped into his college-days insider knowledge as a hardcore gamer in order to create a believable world of the virtual-reality MMO game. His bestselling series combines fiction and video games, telling the story of Shaman and his friends stuck in the ruthless reality of Barliona. He used his more than ten years' experience as an ERP implementation project manager to approach his writing in a well-organized manner, working to a strict schedule, a set of deadlines and even a budget. At the moment, the series boasts six novels with the seventh one in the works - this time the author expands on stories of Shaman's companions and those who helped and supported him in his trials and tribulations.
The first book of the series has already been translated into English, with more translations to follow, aiming to make the Way of the Shaman series available to the English-language reader in its entirety.
Vasily's other passion is space exploration which is why he now works on a follow-up series entitled Galaktiona. Set in a space-simulator based world, the first book of the series in already finished while Vasily works on its sequel.
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December 29, 2025
ending dissapoints :(
February 23, 2026
3 - 3.5 Stars
Book #10
The Lord Valevsky: Last of the Line Series by Vasily Mahanenko is a gripping blend of dark fantasy, political intrigue, and relentless personal struggle. Across the ten books (with more on the horizon), the series follows Max - formerly Maximilian Valevsky - on his harrowing journey through a world where light dominates and darkness is hunted.
What makes this saga stand out is its moral complexity. Max is not your typical flawless hero - he’s cunning, pragmatic, and often forced to make brutal choices. His quest for vengeance is both deeply personal and intricately tied to the fate of the realm. Mr. Mahanenko excels at showing how power, loyalty, and survival often clash in unpredictable ways.
As expected, the world-building is rich, with a unique magic system and a society shaped by the tension between light and dark forces. The political maneuvering is as intense as the battles, and the pacing keeps you hooked - each book ends with enough intrigue to make you reach for the next.
If there’s any drawback to this collection at all, it’s that the series can be emotionally heavy at times - as Max’s journey is filled with much betrayal, loss, and moral dilemmas. But for us readers who enjoy character-driven epics with shades of grey, then this is a strength rather than a flaw.
A dark, intelligent, and addictive fantasy series with a deeply layered story and a protagonist you can’t easily forget.
Happy Reading…
Book #10
The Lord Valevsky: Last of the Line Series by Vasily Mahanenko is a gripping blend of dark fantasy, political intrigue, and relentless personal struggle. Across the ten books (with more on the horizon), the series follows Max - formerly Maximilian Valevsky - on his harrowing journey through a world where light dominates and darkness is hunted.
What makes this saga stand out is its moral complexity. Max is not your typical flawless hero - he’s cunning, pragmatic, and often forced to make brutal choices. His quest for vengeance is both deeply personal and intricately tied to the fate of the realm. Mr. Mahanenko excels at showing how power, loyalty, and survival often clash in unpredictable ways.
As expected, the world-building is rich, with a unique magic system and a society shaped by the tension between light and dark forces. The political maneuvering is as intense as the battles, and the pacing keeps you hooked - each book ends with enough intrigue to make you reach for the next.
If there’s any drawback to this collection at all, it’s that the series can be emotionally heavy at times - as Max’s journey is filled with much betrayal, loss, and moral dilemmas. But for us readers who enjoy character-driven epics with shades of grey, then this is a strength rather than a flaw.
A dark, intelligent, and addictive fantasy series with a deeply layered story and a protagonist you can’t easily forget.
Happy Reading…
June 18, 2025
I received a review copy of this book.
Well, I don't think I'll surprise anyone by saying this is the final book in the series. I can say that most of the various storylines are resolved here. Of course, there's always more, some characters obviously remain, and the main character has his work cut out for him to be sure, but alls well that ends well. I like the way this one ended, and I've already started reading the next series from this author, and I like that one too, so congrats for completing the series, I thought it was fairly interesting.
Well, I don't think I'll surprise anyone by saying this is the final book in the series. I can say that most of the various storylines are resolved here. Of course, there's always more, some characters obviously remain, and the main character has his work cut out for him to be sure, but alls well that ends well. I like the way this one ended, and I've already started reading the next series from this author, and I like that one too, so congrats for completing the series, I thought it was fairly interesting.
June 14, 2025
Loved every book in the series
There are not that many books/series I am willing to pay for, after all, I pay a monthly subscription fee for the Kindle. This is one. The series started wit an excellent premise and methodology for introducing magic and kept adding while maintaining a story with believable characters who I could and did emphasize with.
I look forward to the next series.
There are not that many books/series I am willing to pay for, after all, I pay a monthly subscription fee for the Kindle. This is one. The series started wit an excellent premise and methodology for introducing magic and kept adding while maintaining a story with believable characters who I could and did emphasize with.
I look forward to the next series.
June 29, 2025
Great ending of series
Things got pretty hairy towards the end of the story for Max and Kimel. However, they prevailed. Loved the ending 😊
Things got pretty hairy towards the end of the story for Max and Kimel. However, they prevailed. Loved the ending 😊
July 16, 2025
Thanks Vasily!
For letting us read the last book in your fine series for free!! I look forward to reading your next!
For letting us read the last book in your fine series for free!! I look forward to reading your next!
August 18, 2025
Tiresome
DNF at 29%
I have to confess that i got rather tired of the plot by now. I am allergic to Fardi and don't care about the Barthomley clan or the MC's harem. Saving the light worshippers is just an abstract concept to me as i never was shown enough to endear them to me.
Criticism and comments
The whole last book had warnings that the MC would become a slave by acquiring tainted blood and he did everything to prevent that but now he decided somehow that wasn't true and even wants the chaos protectors back at all costs? #smackhead#
DNF at 29%
I have to confess that i got rather tired of the plot by now. I am allergic to Fardi and don't care about the Barthomley clan or the MC's harem. Saving the light worshippers is just an abstract concept to me as i never was shown enough to endear them to me.
Criticism and comments
The whole last book had warnings that the MC would become a slave by acquiring tainted blood and he did everything to prevent that but now he decided somehow that wasn't true and even wants the chaos protectors back at all costs? #smackhead#
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