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Fragment of Divinity
A paramedic turned arcane warrior.
An unforgiving world that weeds out the weak.
A secret that will bring the Gods to their knees.
James has no idea why he was ripped from his life as a paramedic and transported to a strange new world with rules like those of a video game. But he knows he has to adapt quickly, as ending up in a spider’s belly was never high on his to-do list
With only a vague quest, a mysterious brand, and promises of help from a cantankerous old lady to guide him, James must level up into the warrior this strange, yet beautiful world so desperately needs. New allies join him on his journey, as they venture to the Dwarven City high in the Crimson Mountains in pursuit of the first clue.
Can James figure out the rules of this land in time to save it from its prophecy? Or will the dark secrets contained in his mysterious brand consume him?
Check out Fragment of Divinity to find out.
An unforgiving world that weeds out the weak.
A secret that will bring the Gods to their knees.
James has no idea why he was ripped from his life as a paramedic and transported to a strange new world with rules like those of a video game. But he knows he has to adapt quickly, as ending up in a spider’s belly was never high on his to-do list
With only a vague quest, a mysterious brand, and promises of help from a cantankerous old lady to guide him, James must level up into the warrior this strange, yet beautiful world so desperately needs. New allies join him on his journey, as they venture to the Dwarven City high in the Crimson Mountains in pursuit of the first clue.
Can James figure out the rules of this land in time to save it from its prophecy? Or will the dark secrets contained in his mysterious brand consume him?
Check out Fragment of Divinity to find out.
- GenresFantasy
439 pages, Kindle Edition
First published February 12, 2020
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September 20, 2020
Cliffhanger Scene Ending = 1 Star
I don’t know who keeps telling authors to end their stories with the characters utterly screwed and no way out, but they need to stop. This is disrespectful of the reader. I put hours into your story and got invested in the characters and now their situation is unresolved until you release the next book assuming you ever do. Rude. One star.
Up until then it was a good story though, so if you don’t mind that, give it a try.
I don’t know who keeps telling authors to end their stories with the characters utterly screwed and no way out, but they need to stop. This is disrespectful of the reader. I put hours into your story and got invested in the characters and now their situation is unresolved until you release the next book assuming you ever do. Rude. One star.
Up until then it was a good story though, so if you don’t mind that, give it a try.
September 26, 2020
Started well, went off rail halfway
The book had an mediocre start. Nothing new but not bad. The MC isn’t the smartest but he wasn’t completely stupid. He makes a lot of bad choices though, and whatever system is running the world grants him stupid titles/achievements that seem like they are supposed to give some kind of comic relief but instead feel contrived.
The last 30% of the book was probably my least favorite, starting when he becomes a slave. Everything after that part just shows continued stupidity and plot armor on behalf of the MC, with a few lines thrown in towards the back to make it seem like a lot of it was somehow set up by a mysterious bad guy way ahead of time.
Not sure I’ll read the next book with the huge cliff this one ended on, there were so many loose ends, no story threads were finished in this book.
Also it needs to be edited again. Multiple times his character sheet would not have changed he just said he made, or he would level a skill that would somehow be lower or the same as when he leveled it the previous chapter.
The book had an mediocre start. Nothing new but not bad. The MC isn’t the smartest but he wasn’t completely stupid. He makes a lot of bad choices though, and whatever system is running the world grants him stupid titles/achievements that seem like they are supposed to give some kind of comic relief but instead feel contrived.
The last 30% of the book was probably my least favorite, starting when he becomes a slave. Everything after that part just shows continued stupidity and plot armor on behalf of the MC, with a few lines thrown in towards the back to make it seem like a lot of it was somehow set up by a mysterious bad guy way ahead of time.
Not sure I’ll read the next book with the huge cliff this one ended on, there were so many loose ends, no story threads were finished in this book.
Also it needs to be edited again. Multiple times his character sheet would not have changed he just said he made, or he would level a skill that would somehow be lower or the same as when he leveled it the previous chapter.
September 26, 2020
Disappointed
It had the bones of a good GameLit, but the sheer amount of inconsistencies in skill gains and information was painful. He spent a month studying unarmed combat but then punches a priest later in the book and is only then acquiring the skill. He tells his companions about where he's from and his story up until that point and then those people are acting like he should know information and he's acting like he never told them the truth! He imparts and receives information and gains and loses skills in a way that obviously affects the story. How can character relationships develop when the story has massive gaps and scenes start on a basis of different information than the prior scenes? It was extremely frustrating. Until the inconsistencies are addressed I wouldn't recommend this.
It had the bones of a good GameLit, but the sheer amount of inconsistencies in skill gains and information was painful. He spent a month studying unarmed combat but then punches a priest later in the book and is only then acquiring the skill. He tells his companions about where he's from and his story up until that point and then those people are acting like he should know information and he's acting like he never told them the truth! He imparts and receives information and gains and loses skills in a way that obviously affects the story. How can character relationships develop when the story has massive gaps and scenes start on a basis of different information than the prior scenes? It was extremely frustrating. Until the inconsistencies are addressed I wouldn't recommend this.
September 16, 2020
I LOVED this book.
The character is not just a paper-thin slot for dumping rules and skills.
He has a complex personality but this doesn't mean that he is assertive, nor complaining about his situation.
The book has a lot of anatomy specifics on monsters which is pretty unique and the leveling system indicates that this is going to be a great arc.
Note to author: Seriously, get book 2 out already!
The character is not just a paper-thin slot for dumping rules and skills.
He has a complex personality but this doesn't mean that he is assertive, nor complaining about his situation.
The book has a lot of anatomy specifics on monsters which is pretty unique and the leveling system indicates that this is going to be a great arc.
Note to author: Seriously, get book 2 out already!
November 3, 2020
Very entertaining read
I enjoyed reading this book very much and would recommend it highly to anyone that like litRPG type of books.
I enjoyed reading this book very much and would recommend it highly to anyone that like litRPG type of books.
September 24, 2020
Well written but the protagonist...meh
Firstly the book is well written. My real problem with it is the main character is aimless, a bit stupid, and has way too many neuroses. On top of that, despite being a self professed "gamer" James allows the game to play him rather than play the game. In truth, the author slips into the trap of manipulating the story in the guise of enigmatic gods playing plotline football with him. James flows from one catastrophe to the next as he is empowered instead of developing his skills and or growing at all. James to me was pretty much the same character at the end of the book as he was at the beginning. There is a lot of potential here and some truly interesting characters in the book and I hope the author develops them in the next book.
Firstly the book is well written. My real problem with it is the main character is aimless, a bit stupid, and has way too many neuroses. On top of that, despite being a self professed "gamer" James allows the game to play him rather than play the game. In truth, the author slips into the trap of manipulating the story in the guise of enigmatic gods playing plotline football with him. James flows from one catastrophe to the next as he is empowered instead of developing his skills and or growing at all. James to me was pretty much the same character at the end of the book as he was at the beginning. There is a lot of potential here and some truly interesting characters in the book and I hope the author develops them in the next book.
November 11, 2020
Terminal Stupidity
The MC became an idiot gradually as the story progressed. I had enough around the 75% mark when entering a dwarven city was portrayed to be the most idiotic example of red tape and bribery possible just to screw the MC I guess. Pass...
The MC became an idiot gradually as the story progressed. I had enough around the 75% mark when entering a dwarven city was portrayed to be the most idiotic example of red tape and bribery possible just to screw the MC I guess. Pass...
September 26, 2020
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First, my review: “This was a fun book. I am glad that I read it. You should try it too.”
Second, I am not a bot...at least I don’t think I am. Yes this is copy pasta (just learned that term, so fun!) simply because I feel like any book I read deserves acknowledgement but at the same time my feelings on reviews conflict with the normal review process.
I enjoyed this book, so my goal is to promote it and help the author. If you are a potential reader, just stop reading now and take the above as all you need to know. I am not going to share my reasoning, thoughts on the book, or any opinions that would influence your decision to read it. It is my opinion that Art needs to be experienced at an individual level. You are the only one that can determine what you like and don’t like. Don’t let others make that decision for you. You should definitely read the book and completely ignore all of the reviews. Or not if you don’t think this book is for you. That choice is all yours and the beauty of art appreciation. You are a much better judge of what you will like than anyone here.
If you are a member of the IAK Guild (thanks, Jason) or part of the review police, feel free to criticize me and challenge my philosophy on reviewing art. I think we all love a good debate. The forums are open and I welcome your comments. I was wrong in my previous request to get you to stop. Your blatant disregard for that request has led to some fun discussions. Growth is important for us all.
Cheers
First, my review: “This was a fun book. I am glad that I read it. You should try it too.”
Second, I am not a bot...at least I don’t think I am. Yes this is copy pasta (just learned that term, so fun!) simply because I feel like any book I read deserves acknowledgement but at the same time my feelings on reviews conflict with the normal review process.
I enjoyed this book, so my goal is to promote it and help the author. If you are a potential reader, just stop reading now and take the above as all you need to know. I am not going to share my reasoning, thoughts on the book, or any opinions that would influence your decision to read it. It is my opinion that Art needs to be experienced at an individual level. You are the only one that can determine what you like and don’t like. Don’t let others make that decision for you. You should definitely read the book and completely ignore all of the reviews. Or not if you don’t think this book is for you. That choice is all yours and the beauty of art appreciation. You are a much better judge of what you will like than anyone here.
If you are a member of the IAK Guild (thanks, Jason) or part of the review police, feel free to criticize me and challenge my philosophy on reviewing art. I think we all love a good debate. The forums are open and I welcome your comments. I was wrong in my previous request to get you to stop. Your blatant disregard for that request has led to some fun discussions. Growth is important for us all.
Cheers
November 25, 2021
A few observations:
1. Really, authors need to stop writing like 12 years old. We know that the MC is called James. We don't need to be reminded every 5 sentences, especially when the MC is alone! The MC also doesn't need to be the subject of every bloody sentence. "James did this. He looked left, then he picked up this, then he walked there..." Sounds like someone using a joypad to tell a story.
2. The MC's emotional reactions were a mess of inconsistencies. Jumping from "Oooh, game hud" to "Take me home this instant!" in the space of minutes. He lost credibility in the very first chapter. That erratic psyche is carried over to supporting characters as well. Not good.
3. Action scenes failed totally for me. It was just ridiculous how contrived everything felt. Like a video game with very large hitboxes for the mobs. Oh, wait...
Yeah, no. I just can't.
If the craft is not up to scratch, the tale had better be damn rich to make up for it.
This book has neither, as far as I'm concerned.
I'm moving on.
1. Really, authors need to stop writing like 12 years old. We know that the MC is called James. We don't need to be reminded every 5 sentences, especially when the MC is alone! The MC also doesn't need to be the subject of every bloody sentence. "James did this. He looked left, then he picked up this, then he walked there..." Sounds like someone using a joypad to tell a story.
2. The MC's emotional reactions were a mess of inconsistencies. Jumping from "Oooh, game hud" to "Take me home this instant!" in the space of minutes. He lost credibility in the very first chapter. That erratic psyche is carried over to supporting characters as well. Not good.
3. Action scenes failed totally for me. It was just ridiculous how contrived everything felt. Like a video game with very large hitboxes for the mobs. Oh, wait...
Yeah, no. I just can't.
If the craft is not up to scratch, the tale had better be damn rich to make up for it.
This book has neither, as far as I'm concerned.
I'm moving on.
November 11, 2020
Fun Yarn
Nice usage of knowledge of anatomy that created a solid world building that was a pleasant change.
Fun read, story moved.
Nice usage of knowledge of anatomy that created a solid world building that was a pleasant change.
Fun read, story moved.
November 10, 2020
Great book
This book was a lot of fun. Great characters, good action, fun story, and the main character is named James... What's not to like?
This book was a lot of fun. Great characters, good action, fun story, and the main character is named James... What's not to like?
March 9, 2021
AWsome
Best book I have read yet! And defenetly makes my top 3 !!!
I would recommend to others as well 😉
Best book I have read yet! And defenetly makes my top 3 !!!
I would recommend to others as well 😉
October 18, 2020
Two thumbs up
Definitely enjoyed the vast majority of the book. I’ll be honest, however, in that the sequence that has the MC gaining entry into the dwarven city threw me off. Other than that, great book and I’m looking for the next one.
Definitely enjoyed the vast majority of the book. I’ll be honest, however, in that the sequence that has the MC gaining entry into the dwarven city threw me off. Other than that, great book and I’m looking for the next one.
October 19, 2020
Really good book.
I really liked how the MC was not as powerful as most MC are but got that way by the end of the book. Very unique way of getting the MC to that point.
I really liked how the MC was not as powerful as most MC are but got that way by the end of the book. Very unique way of getting the MC to that point.
October 15, 2020
Great read
I can not wait for the next book. Good story and it ends with the perfect set up for the next one.
I can not wait for the next book. Good story and it ends with the perfect set up for the next one.
December 2, 2020
Awesome story
Really a great read, fun action packed story. Will pick up the next in the series when it becomes available.
Really a great read, fun action packed story. Will pick up the next in the series when it becomes available.
August 10, 2022
30min in and the main character is a ball of angry. At least that's the tone the audiobook is taking. Idk why every other author thinks this makes their character relatable. I mean I get the audience of 15-40y/o men have a reputation for being, uhh, frustrated with life? Desperate for control/"power"? You get the idea. But, in the same way anger burns itself out angry power fantasies can't hold attention for long.
When the book started with a fun /goofy tone, I actually thought it was pretty good. Then the MC started acting like a 16y/o with anger issues half way through character creation and things just went down hill until I dropped the book.
Also how many people reading portal to another world books are obsessed with family? Seems like that's the first reaction of every character in this situation and I can't relate. I certainly can't relate to it causing the MC to lose his sanity and start a fight with a demon/God thing. Christ most people could drop everyone and everything they ever knew with little more than one good cry if it put them in a better more survivable/comfortable/fun place.
Idk maybe the book just wasn't for me.
When the book started with a fun /goofy tone, I actually thought it was pretty good. Then the MC started acting like a 16y/o with anger issues half way through character creation and things just went down hill until I dropped the book.
Also how many people reading portal to another world books are obsessed with family? Seems like that's the first reaction of every character in this situation and I can't relate. I certainly can't relate to it causing the MC to lose his sanity and start a fight with a demon/God thing. Christ most people could drop everyone and everything they ever knew with little more than one good cry if it put them in a better more survivable/comfortable/fun place.
Idk maybe the book just wasn't for me.
October 18, 2020
A decent intro
Wow the characters are cute in their own way in the world building itself is manageable, there is still a lot of work that I feel this book needs. The main characters background on earth is never truly explained. You never really know why he’s there or how he got there in the first place. There is some vague smoke and mirrors that is put into the plot but it never gives you a major need to discover why. There are a few grammatical errors which do not detract from the overall story. Also, it’s hard to follow all the side plots that are coming at you as there’s only half a chapter in which case a side plot is added and then it’s never explained why it’s important or how it will be addressed. That being the case, this is still an intriguing plot and the characters, well not the best I’ve ever seen, or still engaging enough to make the story interesting. I gave this three stars because there is actually a decent amount of potential with this. I’m interested to see what the next book will bring us and how the characters will progress.
Wow the characters are cute in their own way in the world building itself is manageable, there is still a lot of work that I feel this book needs. The main characters background on earth is never truly explained. You never really know why he’s there or how he got there in the first place. There is some vague smoke and mirrors that is put into the plot but it never gives you a major need to discover why. There are a few grammatical errors which do not detract from the overall story. Also, it’s hard to follow all the side plots that are coming at you as there’s only half a chapter in which case a side plot is added and then it’s never explained why it’s important or how it will be addressed. That being the case, this is still an intriguing plot and the characters, well not the best I’ve ever seen, or still engaging enough to make the story interesting. I gave this three stars because there is actually a decent amount of potential with this. I’m interested to see what the next book will bring us and how the characters will progress.
March 31, 2021
Ugggg what a struggle to finish
I really don't know where to start here. I guess it mostly books down to the MC being an idiot and not the cute fun kind. This MC never takes control of his life/actions. He is constantly captured(like LOTS) and has to rely on luck and others for everything. Additionally he becomes a larry/Gary Stu by the book and and still screws it up. I personally can't abide by characters that don't use their brain. And the ADHD excuse is pathetic considering his actions are more ADD than HD plus even the most severe case wouldn't chase butterflies during life and death battle.In the End the kludge of are story line left me more confused Then intrigued. Still can't figure out what is going on ultimately.I mean he's got a quest I think but who knows at this point. Sorry definitely can't read any more of this series. But I did manage to finish this the second star.
I really don't know where to start here. I guess it mostly books down to the MC being an idiot and not the cute fun kind. This MC never takes control of his life/actions. He is constantly captured(like LOTS) and has to rely on luck and others for everything. Additionally he becomes a larry/Gary Stu by the book and and still screws it up. I personally can't abide by characters that don't use their brain. And the ADHD excuse is pathetic considering his actions are more ADD than HD plus even the most severe case wouldn't chase butterflies during life and death battle.In the End the kludge of are story line left me more confused Then intrigued. Still can't figure out what is going on ultimately.I mean he's got a quest I think but who knows at this point. Sorry definitely can't read any more of this series. But I did manage to finish this the second star.
October 5, 2020
Really good book
I really liked this book. Nothing radically new with the story but well done. I am just hoping the story moves along and we don’t spend the entire next book with the dwarves.
I really liked this book. Nothing radically new with the story but well done. I am just hoping the story moves along and we don’t spend the entire next book with the dwarves.
October 4, 2020
Pretty great for a first book
Good mix of action and background with interesting new twists to litrpg. Looking forward to the next book in the series.
Good mix of action and background with interesting new twists to litrpg. Looking forward to the next book in the series.
October 30, 2020
A Familiar Plotline..
I appreciate that this is the authors first book, so you never want to be too critical, but given that he’s an adult who gets transported… He doesn’t often act like an adult and some of the things he does are quite odd… So there’s not a logical flow to things, and the comedic take on Dwarven society is a weak attempt at humor...needs a good editor and then it will be worth reading.
I appreciate that this is the authors first book, so you never want to be too critical, but given that he’s an adult who gets transported… He doesn’t often act like an adult and some of the things he does are quite odd… So there’s not a logical flow to things, and the comedic take on Dwarven society is a weak attempt at humor...needs a good editor and then it will be worth reading.
October 1, 2020
A great start.
I usually do not put in reviews, but I felt compelled to do so here. A great start to a series. I am hopeful that the author will keep up the quality of their work.
I usually do not put in reviews, but I felt compelled to do so here. A great start to a series. I am hopeful that the author will keep up the quality of their work.
September 27, 2020
More moronic MC
Fairly standard LITRPG, but the theoretically adult EMT lead acts like a 12yr old on a sugar high and has no situational awareness or trepidation in trusting random people in a new world.
Fairly standard LITRPG, but the theoretically adult EMT lead acts like a 12yr old on a sugar high and has no situational awareness or trepidation in trusting random people in a new world.
October 5, 2020
So this is just poorly written.
The story lacks direction, the main character is idiotic. The levels and skills are meaningless. This needs to be rethought from the top to the bottom.
The story lacks direction, the main character is idiotic. The levels and skills are meaningless. This needs to be rethought from the top to the bottom.
September 18, 2020
Great read.
Strong story for livers of dnd or litrpg. Kept me entertained throughout and am ready for the next book in the series.
Strong story for livers of dnd or litrpg. Kept me entertained throughout and am ready for the next book in the series.
February 12, 2022
I listened to the audio book narrated Daniel Wissniewski. The presentation and performance was excellent.
I really enjoyed this book. Profusely and would recommend it. There are some niggles (see below) But these are just minor niggles. Generally speaking the author ticks every box as far as I'm concerned. The books good, the character very likeable, the action decent and appropriate to his level and lack of skills. The MC doesn't suddenly become a sword master or dangerous mage, that's often the case with lazy writing. He struggles and he gets lessons that make him adequate and not a grand master over night. A spider monster in a cave doesn't have mythic gear to loot and neither do average enemies. And dropping rocks on over powered enemies destroys their gear as well as their bodies. All the things I usually criticise as trite, unrealistic, and poor story telling in a LitRPG are happily absent here. This makes an unreal situation more believable and relatable. You root for the MC. Daft as it sounds the first half of the book is better, where he knows nothing, and others are being kind and helping him to learn and develop. These side characters have decent development and depth to their role, enriching the story. Later when he's captured his fellow prisoners don't have this. But then they are locked in a cage and not allowed to talk, and then are desperately running for their lives. So in reality there isn't an opportunity to develop or give depth to their characters, so its understandably absent. I hope this is rectified in the next book.
By LitRPG standards its very good, but it can be argued its slow in comparison to a lot of other authors. This is because the MC levels at a rate proportionate to his levels, skills and abilities, and in line with playing a game. Unlike many LitRPG's where the character super power levels by being a natural, though untaught, sword grand master who finds a mythic item every twenty steps in any direction. Even though no one else on that world ever does. This makes this book better than many I could compare it too. Oh I enjoyed some of the over powered books for their sheer action and wonder, but it always bothered me at how quickly and miraculously they developed. I believe this book contains the perfect balance and is the best LitRPG that I have had the pleasure of reading so far.
I do however agree with consensus, don't end on cliff hangers! That's ok for a terrible TV show desperate for audience pressure to gain them a second season, and you can easily re-watch the last episode before starting the next season. But its WRONG in a book, especially when the next book could be two or 3 years away. Had I known I wouldn't have read it. Most readers won't either, so to the author, please stop it now. Also as I'm griping I may as well point out a plot point error. The MC is captured by slavers, after only 2 or 3 days in a cage with barely any words spoken, the other prisoners are his "friends" that he won't leave behind. Please! Say he hates slavery so won't leave them behind, but where did the friendship come from? Then after getting freedom barely knowing the other captives less than a week, still having hardly spoken a word to each other, and knowing nothing about each other, they are his "friends" and he can tell them all his secrets, that he's from another world and his darkest most dangerous secrets he's been warned not to tell anyone re the death gods brand! WHAT! He only did this as they questioned his ignorance so he explains he's from another world, he didn't have to include his death god brand. Then worse a chapter later the author forgets he's done this and they don't know he's from another world and question his ignorance, which he's now reluctant to explain! Lacks consistency and daft. Why can't the MC keep his important secrets but he honest that he's from a different world, which would explain his ignorance? - Niggles only - It is still a good book, and I really did enjoy it.
I really enjoyed this book. Profusely and would recommend it. There are some niggles (see below) But these are just minor niggles. Generally speaking the author ticks every box as far as I'm concerned. The books good, the character very likeable, the action decent and appropriate to his level and lack of skills. The MC doesn't suddenly become a sword master or dangerous mage, that's often the case with lazy writing. He struggles and he gets lessons that make him adequate and not a grand master over night. A spider monster in a cave doesn't have mythic gear to loot and neither do average enemies. And dropping rocks on over powered enemies destroys their gear as well as their bodies. All the things I usually criticise as trite, unrealistic, and poor story telling in a LitRPG are happily absent here. This makes an unreal situation more believable and relatable. You root for the MC. Daft as it sounds the first half of the book is better, where he knows nothing, and others are being kind and helping him to learn and develop. These side characters have decent development and depth to their role, enriching the story. Later when he's captured his fellow prisoners don't have this. But then they are locked in a cage and not allowed to talk, and then are desperately running for their lives. So in reality there isn't an opportunity to develop or give depth to their characters, so its understandably absent. I hope this is rectified in the next book.
By LitRPG standards its very good, but it can be argued its slow in comparison to a lot of other authors. This is because the MC levels at a rate proportionate to his levels, skills and abilities, and in line with playing a game. Unlike many LitRPG's where the character super power levels by being a natural, though untaught, sword grand master who finds a mythic item every twenty steps in any direction. Even though no one else on that world ever does. This makes this book better than many I could compare it too. Oh I enjoyed some of the over powered books for their sheer action and wonder, but it always bothered me at how quickly and miraculously they developed. I believe this book contains the perfect balance and is the best LitRPG that I have had the pleasure of reading so far.
I do however agree with consensus, don't end on cliff hangers! That's ok for a terrible TV show desperate for audience pressure to gain them a second season, and you can easily re-watch the last episode before starting the next season. But its WRONG in a book, especially when the next book could be two or 3 years away. Had I known I wouldn't have read it. Most readers won't either, so to the author, please stop it now. Also as I'm griping I may as well point out a plot point error. The MC is captured by slavers, after only 2 or 3 days in a cage with barely any words spoken, the other prisoners are his "friends" that he won't leave behind. Please! Say he hates slavery so won't leave them behind, but where did the friendship come from? Then after getting freedom barely knowing the other captives less than a week, still having hardly spoken a word to each other, and knowing nothing about each other, they are his "friends" and he can tell them all his secrets, that he's from another world and his darkest most dangerous secrets he's been warned not to tell anyone re the death gods brand! WHAT! He only did this as they questioned his ignorance so he explains he's from another world, he didn't have to include his death god brand. Then worse a chapter later the author forgets he's done this and they don't know he's from another world and question his ignorance, which he's now reluctant to explain! Lacks consistency and daft. Why can't the MC keep his important secrets but he honest that he's from a different world, which would explain his ignorance? - Niggles only - It is still a good book, and I really did enjoy it.
October 14, 2020
Interesting?
I'm not sure about this book, to be honest. It is well written, minimal, i if any grammatical errors which really annoy me. What bothers me is the lack of any kind of resolution in this book.i don't need an OP protagonist but at least be able to do something! It seems he is an anti-MC, you have little choice but to root for the side characters, all of whom seem to do better than him. Reading the sample of the 2nd book, it seems the author is intent on causing pure mayhem, while the MC shares through incidents he should in no way survive but does so without a hint as to the plot of the book.
I don't know if I'll read the sequel, it depends on how bored i am, probably which is sad. I think this author has possibilities but there really was nothing engaging here. So many times i thought there would be a reason for the build up only to have it crash down in shambles again and again.
I'm not sure about this book, to be honest. It is well written, minimal, i if any grammatical errors which really annoy me. What bothers me is the lack of any kind of resolution in this book.i don't need an OP protagonist but at least be able to do something! It seems he is an anti-MC, you have little choice but to root for the side characters, all of whom seem to do better than him. Reading the sample of the 2nd book, it seems the author is intent on causing pure mayhem, while the MC shares through incidents he should in no way survive but does so without a hint as to the plot of the book.
I don't know if I'll read the sequel, it depends on how bored i am, probably which is sad. I think this author has possibilities but there really was nothing engaging here. So many times i thought there would be a reason for the build up only to have it crash down in shambles again and again.
March 29, 2021
This novel starts out as a completely conventional LitRPG with some power leveling, simple questing, and some run-of-the-mill Deus Ex Machina. Not terribly expository, which is good, but also not terribly exciting. The magic "system" is initially fairly well developed but the author ends up giving himself permission to do whatever he wants with it to further the story, which is always frustrating to read and bodes poorly for the future. There are hints of some "grand plan" but mostly it is skimmable.
Then, about halfway through we have a completely discontinuous change in tone. It becomes quite a bit darker, a lot more confusing, and the magic system goes berserk. Our MC gets a little bit dumber, joins a party that isn't well developed, and there's also some pretty shallow foreshadowing about "bad things to come".
I'll probably pick up the next one but I'm not sure I'll end up finishing it.
Then, about halfway through we have a completely discontinuous change in tone. It becomes quite a bit darker, a lot more confusing, and the magic system goes berserk. Our MC gets a little bit dumber, joins a party that isn't well developed, and there's also some pretty shallow foreshadowing about "bad things to come".
I'll probably pick up the next one but I'm not sure I'll end up finishing it.
December 6, 2021
Author continually references how much the MC plays videogames, yet says things like "the telltale green text/glow of a legendary item" (which is ignorant to the point causing rage). The MC is constantly proven an idiot, yet is said to be intelligent, highlighting the idiocracy of the author/writing. With how often the author contradicts themselves (sometimes within the same sentence), it's like reading a book written by a highschooler with zero editing/review having been done. It's just painfully bad, resembling schizophrenic ramblings moreso than a fantasy novel.
Narrator seems to love the sound of his own voice, with the narration parts being overly slow and dramatic compared to speech and ability/skill overviews. Also, they are the only person I've heard pronounce "ichor" as `ick-her` [instead of `eye-core`], which is made more annoying due to the author's overuse of the word.
Narrator seems to love the sound of his own voice, with the narration parts being overly slow and dramatic compared to speech and ability/skill overviews. Also, they are the only person I've heard pronounce "ichor" as `ick-her` [instead of `eye-core`], which is made more annoying due to the author's overuse of the word.
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