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Dragon Riders of Lon #1
Climbing the Dragon's Tower
Climb the tower. Save the planet. Become a Dragon Rider.
Inside the Dragon's Tower, the fate of the world hangs in the balance. To win, climbers from all corners must brave the harrowing floors one by one. Each floor is tougher and the higher the floor, the less success there is. After a hundred floors filled with unique challenges, a prize awaits - a dragon's egg.
To Tem, the Dragon's Tower seems simple from his distant farmland on the frontier. The harsh truth of the situation involves politics, personal sacrifices, and unfathomable struggles to keep advancing. The fate of world rests in the hands of the brave, and Tem is not one to back down from a fight.
Warning: This book has LitRPG stats. It involves gear, attributes, and leveling up. It also is set in a fantasy world with mythical creatures and magic. There is no explicit sexual content but some of the fighting can be brutal.
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Inside the Dragon's Tower, the fate of the world hangs in the balance. To win, climbers from all corners must brave the harrowing floors one by one. Each floor is tougher and the higher the floor, the less success there is. After a hundred floors filled with unique challenges, a prize awaits - a dragon's egg.
To Tem, the Dragon's Tower seems simple from his distant farmland on the frontier. The harsh truth of the situation involves politics, personal sacrifices, and unfathomable struggles to keep advancing. The fate of world rests in the hands of the brave, and Tem is not one to back down from a fight.
Warning: This book has LitRPG stats. It involves gear, attributes, and leveling up. It also is set in a fantasy world with mythical creatures and magic. There is no explicit sexual content but some of the fighting can be brutal.
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- GenresFantasy
438 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 17, 2021
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September 11, 2022
Aaaand another bust.
Farm Boy meets Secret Legacy. A well-trodden path, if there was any. But that's not the greatest sin of this book.
The Good
I never got to it.
The Bad
By chapter 2, it's already smelling bad.
MC is painting himself as a paladin of virtue. Where other men fall to their base instincts, he simply has none, and thus appears as a pillar of probity that attracts the weak.
MC's plot armour is MASSIVE. He's already consciously donned the mantle of saviour, outfought, outwitted and outmaneuvered a pincer attack of two (no less) experienced raider groups, all without a single scratch.
This is only chapter 2, and he's only just left his village! Promising, right?!
The Cringy
The story is set in a typical fantasy medieval world. However, the narrative voice is an ungodly soup of fantasy high speech (mostly description and dialogues) and first world entitled brat cheeky americanisms (descriptions, dialogues and inner monologues). This breaks Suspension of Disbelief All The Bloody Time!
- MC is a farm boy, so whence the high speech? The author makes a half-arsed attempt at acknowledging (not explaining, mind you) the incongruity in chapter 2, but finally cops out, leaving the mystery unresolved.
- MC is a commoner in a medieval world, so whence the cheek? In the "orientation event" in chapter 4, when MC gets to be told his destiny, his out-of-left-field passive-aggressive tone and anachronistically crass monologue threw me off for good. How would flippancy from some farmboy towards lords and generals fly in a world like that? If at least it had been foreshadowed somehow, I would have frowned, but understood.
Many western authors make this bizarre assumption that casual rudeness is somehow a universal virtue. Here is a hint: It Is Not. I have no patience with entitled behaviour in real life. I won't have it in my entertainment unless it serves a purpose. In this case, it looks like a left-over from the author's praxis, that they either were unable to translate into "Fantasy" or chose to retain in the hopes of "hyping up" their stuff.
As far as I'm concerned, it backfired. HARD.
In conclusion
I'm not the audience for this book.
YMMV.
Farm Boy meets Secret Legacy. A well-trodden path, if there was any. But that's not the greatest sin of this book.
The Good
I never got to it.
The Bad
By chapter 2, it's already smelling bad.
MC is painting himself as a paladin of virtue. Where other men fall to their base instincts, he simply has none, and thus appears as a pillar of probity that attracts the weak.
MC's plot armour is MASSIVE. He's already consciously donned the mantle of saviour, outfought, outwitted and outmaneuvered a pincer attack of two (no less) experienced raider groups, all without a single scratch.
This is only chapter 2, and he's only just left his village! Promising, right?!
The Cringy
The story is set in a typical fantasy medieval world. However, the narrative voice is an ungodly soup of fantasy high speech (mostly description and dialogues) and first world entitled brat cheeky americanisms (descriptions, dialogues and inner monologues). This breaks Suspension of Disbelief All The Bloody Time!
- MC is a farm boy, so whence the high speech? The author makes a half-arsed attempt at acknowledging (not explaining, mind you) the incongruity in chapter 2, but finally cops out, leaving the mystery unresolved.
- MC is a commoner in a medieval world, so whence the cheek? In the "orientation event" in chapter 4, when MC gets to be told his destiny, his out-of-left-field passive-aggressive tone and anachronistically crass monologue threw me off for good. How would flippancy from some farmboy towards lords and generals fly in a world like that? If at least it had been foreshadowed somehow, I would have frowned, but understood.
Many western authors make this bizarre assumption that casual rudeness is somehow a universal virtue. Here is a hint: It Is Not. I have no patience with entitled behaviour in real life. I won't have it in my entertainment unless it serves a purpose. In this case, it looks like a left-over from the author's praxis, that they either were unable to translate into "Fantasy" or chose to retain in the hopes of "hyping up" their stuff.
As far as I'm concerned, it backfired. HARD.
In conclusion
I'm not the audience for this book.
YMMV.
January 16, 2022
OK read
The story was decent, but so much was lost because the author knows what he wants the story to be but cannot seem to put it into words. So many phrases and individual words make no sense even with context. Many ideas of the characters are only half way written and left for the reader to try to decipher.
The author doesn't seem to know what fixated means and uses it incorrectly multiple times. At one point the MC knicks an "artery vein".
Towards the end, it is as if another person took over the writing with a different feel and style. Too many modern phrases and ideas were in the last third of this story.
The story was decent, but so much was lost because the author knows what he wants the story to be but cannot seem to put it into words. So many phrases and individual words make no sense even with context. Many ideas of the characters are only half way written and left for the reader to try to decipher.
The author doesn't seem to know what fixated means and uses it incorrectly multiple times. At one point the MC knicks an "artery vein".
Towards the end, it is as if another person took over the writing with a different feel and style. Too many modern phrases and ideas were in the last third of this story.
April 26, 2022
this book is a perfect example of an awesome archer litrpg book. it's nice for a change of pace.
now let's go into the cons.
this book (at the end) has alot of drama, and most of the time I forget what the plot was of the end. he saved babies, got a wife he said he doesn't like then proceeds to kiss and cuddle with her. the world building isn't has good as I'd like it to be. I feel like people my get this tower book mixed up with other ones (tc1, rba, tof ect ect), there is an outside world, the Mc does not spend all his time in the tower. basically the gods made a deal and the dragon tower is a base for that deal. dwarves fight for the bad God, humans fight for the good God, if the dwarves win well the planet is doomed and magic is gone, the humans win magic is here planet isn't doomed. so you have to beat the dragon tower to get magic back. now don't get me wrong this series isn't like a land of the rings where there was peace then there's an evil and the chosen one has to defeat that evil to bring peace to the land. there's other problems too. but there are some aspects I don't like about this book. 1st. why are elves slaves? elves are significantly stronger then humans but in all books there slaves. 2nd why is there no magic in the real world? of course I know the answer ( the magic is depleting because of the bet the gods made) but its such a dumb thing to add to a book.
the pros of this book pretty much are on par with the cons. but what makes the pros better is the second book is gonna be better. 1st. narration is good, character progression is good, characters aren't dislikeable, I actually like the Mc. if I were to rank the start, middle, end of this book it'd be, end 1st, middle 2nd, start 3rd.
overall series is good and Is worth a credit and a must buy.
now let's go into the cons.
this book (at the end) has alot of drama, and most of the time I forget what the plot was of the end. he saved babies, got a wife he said he doesn't like then proceeds to kiss and cuddle with her. the world building isn't has good as I'd like it to be. I feel like people my get this tower book mixed up with other ones (tc1, rba, tof ect ect), there is an outside world, the Mc does not spend all his time in the tower. basically the gods made a deal and the dragon tower is a base for that deal. dwarves fight for the bad God, humans fight for the good God, if the dwarves win well the planet is doomed and magic is gone, the humans win magic is here planet isn't doomed. so you have to beat the dragon tower to get magic back. now don't get me wrong this series isn't like a land of the rings where there was peace then there's an evil and the chosen one has to defeat that evil to bring peace to the land. there's other problems too. but there are some aspects I don't like about this book. 1st. why are elves slaves? elves are significantly stronger then humans but in all books there slaves. 2nd why is there no magic in the real world? of course I know the answer ( the magic is depleting because of the bet the gods made) but its such a dumb thing to add to a book.
the pros of this book pretty much are on par with the cons. but what makes the pros better is the second book is gonna be better. 1st. narration is good, character progression is good, characters aren't dislikeable, I actually like the Mc. if I were to rank the start, middle, end of this book it'd be, end 1st, middle 2nd, start 3rd.
overall series is good and Is worth a credit and a must buy.
April 22, 2022
Han Yang did a great job on this start to his new series, Dragon Riders of Lon. The MC is not overpowered which fits well into the story. The main protagonist and all supporting characters are well fleshed out and both likable and hateable. Everything combined makes for a world you want to be in, an MC you want to succeed, and a series I am looking forward to. I would highly recommend it in ebook or audio format! Audio Version: The dual narration really brought the story to life. It can typically go both ways but this team really worked!
December 22, 2021
Fun Farmer Boy to Champion
This book had a few popular tropes: farmer to warrior, weak to strong, chosen one, tower adventuring. If those are your cup of tea, this is a rather easy read to satisfy. Closer to the light novel side of prose, with more casual speech overall that felt a little anachronistic.
This book was pretty wholesome, classic MC not being alone/gaining a group of allies, finding strength opposing darkness, etc.
This book had a few popular tropes: farmer to warrior, weak to strong, chosen one, tower adventuring. If those are your cup of tea, this is a rather easy read to satisfy. Closer to the light novel side of prose, with more casual speech overall that felt a little anachronistic.
This book was pretty wholesome, classic MC not being alone/gaining a group of allies, finding strength opposing darkness, etc.
January 15, 2022
Liked but dialogue s need work
I found myself getting confused during conversations sometimes the conversations would start at or veer into a different direction without any prior notice. This made most conversations feel like starting movie halfway and figuring out the story based inference. Every time this happened it threw me off. Other than that I like that the MC is not an A-hole but also not a push over either. Will definitely read the next books.
I found myself getting confused during conversations sometimes the conversations would start at or veer into a different direction without any prior notice. This made most conversations feel like starting movie halfway and figuring out the story based inference. Every time this happened it threw me off. Other than that I like that the MC is not an A-hole but also not a push over either. Will definitely read the next books.
February 13, 2022
Good time
I read some poor reviews of this novel, personally I was fully satisfied. Intelligent and driven MC, good supporting cast, plot moved at a great pace. The thing I hate most about mmorpg's is the grind. I find that alot of Litrpg's like to include this in their stories to the detriment of pacing of the storyline. The author of this story hits it just right. Looking forward to book 2.
I read some poor reviews of this novel, personally I was fully satisfied. Intelligent and driven MC, good supporting cast, plot moved at a great pace. The thing I hate most about mmorpg's is the grind. I find that alot of Litrpg's like to include this in their stories to the detriment of pacing of the storyline. The author of this story hits it just right. Looking forward to book 2.
December 30, 2021
Book one
Mistakes: While short this is a good read even with the mistakes I found and posted on Goodreads.
Plot: A farm boy wants to save his world by climbing the dragon tower and bringing magic back to his world.
Characters: Good growth and a likable set of characters.
7/10 Needs to be longer.
Mistakes: While short this is a good read even with the mistakes I found and posted on Goodreads.
Plot: A farm boy wants to save his world by climbing the dragon tower and bringing magic back to his world.
Characters: Good growth and a likable set of characters.
7/10 Needs to be longer.
January 17, 2022
A good new series.
I do enjoy most of what Han Yang writes. This is a great start for this new series in his universe. The main characters are well-rounded, focused, and dedicated to their pursuits. The lack of magic outside was interesting and pretty central to the plot. A good read.
I do enjoy most of what Han Yang writes. This is a great start for this new series in his universe. The main characters are well-rounded, focused, and dedicated to their pursuits. The lack of magic outside was interesting and pretty central to the plot. A good read.
February 7, 2022
entertaining escapism
Well planned, and executed storyline, with engaging characters, never a dull moment to be found, whilst not a new idea in the genre, the author has thought long and prepared this portrayal of down to earth people caught in events beyond their control, warning once started it’s hard to put down
Well planned, and executed storyline, with engaging characters, never a dull moment to be found, whilst not a new idea in the genre, the author has thought long and prepared this portrayal of down to earth people caught in events beyond their control, warning once started it’s hard to put down
March 4, 2022
A below average hero story.
A weird country farm life is better than city life idea runs strongly through this story. I get he's A farm boy, but it was weird.
Characters were pretty flat. World is like a paper drawing ready to fall at any moment. No substance to it.
The writing wasn't bad. Only a few misspelt words.
I won't be reading the next one.
A weird country farm life is better than city life idea runs strongly through this story. I get he's A farm boy, but it was weird.
Characters were pretty flat. World is like a paper drawing ready to fall at any moment. No substance to it.
The writing wasn't bad. Only a few misspelt words.
I won't be reading the next one.
August 3, 2022
Excellent
Finally, a mc who is a regular guy that's down to earth, smart, kind, and still bloodthirsty when he needs to be. I really liked that he doesn't want to get involved with politics or other shenanigans. The humor had me laughing out loud. Some of the conversation was a bit confusing at times but once I reread it I got it. Overall, I loved it.
Finally, a mc who is a regular guy that's down to earth, smart, kind, and still bloodthirsty when he needs to be. I really liked that he doesn't want to get involved with politics or other shenanigans. The humor had me laughing out loud. Some of the conversation was a bit confusing at times but once I reread it I got it. Overall, I loved it.
January 3, 2022
Loved it
I have already preordered book two and can't wait for it to be published. Fast paced page turner with interesting characters that you can instantly root for and good plot lines and twists.
I have already preordered book two and can't wait for it to be published. Fast paced page turner with interesting characters that you can instantly root for and good plot lines and twists.
January 16, 2022
Engaging story, but fell a bit short. Dialogue seemed to info-dump a lot of the time, and something about the pacing and overall experience of the book kept it from getting that 5th star. I'll read the next one, so obviously no fatal flaws.
January 31, 2022
DANG!
DAMN! What a great story. I loved the storyline, the people and the world. The fact that the sexual tension is not lacking.... Hell it's off the charts! I am glad that the next book just came out. Write faster please.
DAMN! What a great story. I loved the storyline, the people and the world. The fact that the sexual tension is not lacking.... Hell it's off the charts! I am glad that the next book just came out. Write faster please.
February 3, 2022
Good book!!!
Really like this book!! It potrayed farmers very well unlike other writers who look down on them!! I wonder do they know where the food they eat comes from? The mc was a very likable and the book easy to read.I would recomend this book to anyone!!
Really like this book!! It potrayed farmers very well unlike other writers who look down on them!! I wonder do they know where the food they eat comes from? The mc was a very likable and the book easy to read.I would recomend this book to anyone!!
February 17, 2022
Really Good!
This LitRPG is a nice mix of tower climbing, character development, and court intrigue with a tiny bit of romance sprinkled in.
Really well written and left me wanting to jump into book 2 immediately.
This LitRPG is a nice mix of tower climbing, character development, and court intrigue with a tiny bit of romance sprinkled in.
Really well written and left me wanting to jump into book 2 immediately.
February 27, 2022
Absolutely Fantastic
Minus the baby eating, this story of a adopted farmer’s son going to the capital to climb the tower was awesome. He is focused on climbing the hundred floors, but political bs keeps interrupting him.
Minus the baby eating, this story of a adopted farmer’s son going to the capital to climb the tower was awesome. He is focused on climbing the hundred floors, but political bs keeps interrupting him.
June 6, 2022
Well worth reading
This book is really good. The characters are like normal people, for the most part, and the action is pretty good too.
I would recommend this story to anyone who likes action mixed with political intrigue.
This book is really good. The characters are like normal people, for the most part, and the action is pretty good too.
I would recommend this story to anyone who likes action mixed with political intrigue.
October 3, 2022
Not for gamers
This book is a great fantasy book but below average litrpg book. I was expecting dungeon dive type tower claiming. If u like regular fantasy book you'll enjoy this book.
This book is a great fantasy book but below average litrpg book. I was expecting dungeon dive type tower claiming. If u like regular fantasy book you'll enjoy this book.
December 28, 2021
loved it
A good new entry for this author! Loved the MC, and the growth was good. Maybe a little too much stacked against him?
A good new entry for this author! Loved the MC, and the growth was good. Maybe a little too much stacked against him?
December 30, 2021
great book
This is a really well thought out and fun book to read. Highly recommend it and will definitely be getting the second one.
This is a really well thought out and fun book to read. Highly recommend it and will definitely be getting the second one.
January 9, 2022
great book!!!
I don’t normally like tower climber books but I liked this one… heading out to read book 2 now hopefully there will be a book 3!!!
I don’t normally like tower climber books but I liked this one… heading out to read book 2 now hopefully there will be a book 3!!!
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January 21, 2022Great book
Stellar work once again from Han Yang! Lots of action and adventure, dungeon delving and monsters. Looking forward to the next one!
Stellar work once again from Han Yang! Lots of action and adventure, dungeon delving and monsters. Looking forward to the next one!
January 31, 2022
Great story!
Wasn't entirely sure what to expect going in, but this book far exceeded my mind expectations! A smart protagonist is a beautiful thing.
Wasn't entirely sure what to expect going in, but this book far exceeded my mind expectations! A smart protagonist is a beautiful thing.
March 1, 2022
Great book
Great book I can't wait to read the the book in the series I would recommend this author to anyone
Great book I can't wait to read the the book in the series I would recommend this author to anyone
April 19, 2022
good book
The story is well thought out and not just the typical tower climber. Decent characters and charter development. Definitely recommend this book
The story is well thought out and not just the typical tower climber. Decent characters and charter development. Definitely recommend this book
June 2, 2022
Very good read
I enjoyed reading this book very much and I recommend this book to anyone who like LitRPG and progression type of books with lots of action.
I enjoyed reading this book very much and I recommend this book to anyone who like LitRPG and progression type of books with lots of action.
June 16, 2022
A little heavy on the have vs. have not's politics, but its a decent uplifting story where the main character is actually trying to improve the kingdom instead of just whats in it for me right now.
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June 16, 2022
Great Read
Great tower book. Good characters. I recommend this book be read over a long weekend. Will keep you entertained. Can't wait to read book 2.
Great tower book. Good characters. I recommend this book be read over a long weekend. Will keep you entertained. Can't wait to read book 2.
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