The Highway of Blades

Loner Series #2

by Alex Kosh, Zachary Lorang (Translator)

Gamer Andrey continues his travels through the world of Arktania, mastering the ability to handle electrical energy and developing his unusual profession, glassblowing. Having received an epic quest from Elenia, the Goddess of Fate, he discovers to his shock that her power is not constrained within the game. Now the virtual Goddess follows Andrey in real life as well, threatening his life if he should fail to complete the tasks she assigns him.

There’s no turning back. More than that, to be honest, he’s beginning to like Arktania with all its residents, its puzzles, and its adventures.

Alas, completing the Goddess’ tasks is not so simple - necessary artifacts are hidden in high-level locations, and the Loner curse means that Andrey will never be able to gather a group around himself and share his burdens. His only option is to seek help from his acquaintances in the Steel Rats clan - but how, as a low-level player, will he be able to pay them back?

Genres: Litrpg, Fantasy

585 pages, Kindle Edition

Published April 12, 2022

About the author

I was born and live in Moscow. For a long time worked as a programmer, I am now fully dedicate myself to books and sports. Acrobatics, street workout, taking part in long-distance races and competitions in powerlifting.

Reviews

[Lena · Rating 3 out of 5]

The first book started off okay, but it became more and more clear the MC was an idiot. And his silly attitude became less silly when I realized he wasn’t faking his foolery. He was also completely incompetent. His low level didn’t make him weak. His low intelligence did.
Examples: *spoilers I guess*

- juvenile pining for a taken girl (that he JUST met and doesn’t even know)
- revealed secret quest to his enemies
- trusted people he literally says he doesn’t/shouldn’t trust
- managed to get filmed wielding impossible powers
- traded a wish from a god to meet with said taken girl
- decided to nap during a job/battle

I just can’t. I think the story is pretty great. And I actually really want to know what happens. But not enough to submit myself to read anymore from this MC’s pov.

[Travis · Rating 4 out of 5]

I received a review copy of this book.
Very interesting story, and since I tend to like LitRPG books where in game skills bleed over into the real world, this one was especially fun. Certainly looking forward to more in this series. I really liked this offering.

[Roberto Flores · Rating 2 out of 5]

The main character is just pathetic.

The idea was fun at first, but has since been taken to the point of just being silly. Nothing that is happening level side is even a little believable. The MC has shown no redeeming qualities, at this point I am hoping he fails.

[Crissy Moss · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is an interesting series, and while the action of the story is interesting the thing I love the most is the mystery of the "gods" and the abilities transferring to the real world. There is a layer underneath everything that is slowly being pealed back with each book.

[Pamela · Rating 2 out of 5]

Just No to this MC

The “her” is an idiot. I’m annoyed with myself that I spent the time reading this. The author has a good imagination and if the MC wasn’t so annoying and an idiot to boot, this would be okay. That’s the reason for 2 stars.

[Ray Ritchey · Rating 5 out of 5]

intriguing

Great story that kept me entranced with a huge amount of action in both worlds. Hints of something in the background. Technology is very realistic.

[Johnie C · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very good one sitting read

I enjoyed reading this book very much and I recommend this book to anyone who likes LitRPG and progression type of books with lots of action.

[Anthony Milton · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fun

I really enjoyed the twists and the directions that the series seems to be going in and really look forward to seeing where things go

[Lundos · Rating 3 out of 5]

Betrayed by the Rats
Sofia - love interest
Cursed by god
Find five swords quest