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Creation's Bane #3
Ethereal Soul
Funny thing about Survival. No matter how good things are looking, you’ve gotta keep doing it.
Safe and sound back in Far Reach. Clive and his eclectic army finally get to take a breather. Maybe even cook a meal or two once the restaurant is built.
But their enemies are more determined than ever and if Far Reach doesn’t make its presence felt they’re going to get swept away in the coming tide.
Armies gather all around them and the full council of gods are now taking notice. Does Clive and his budding mountain town have what it takes to survive?
Safe and sound back in Far Reach. Clive and his eclectic army finally get to take a breather. Maybe even cook a meal or two once the restaurant is built.
But their enemies are more determined than ever and if Far Reach doesn’t make its presence felt they’re going to get swept away in the coming tide.
Armies gather all around them and the full council of gods are now taking notice. Does Clive and his budding mountain town have what it takes to survive?
- GenresFantasy
644 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 1, 2022
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April 1, 2023
4.5 stars. It loses the .5 since I just find reading Clive being a wanker to everyone he encounters tiresome. I know it's his key character trait, but I had some hope that he would have progressed to the point where his shit-talking became purely situational as opposed to ubiquitous.
There was some progress on that front, so it gets rounded up instead of down. if another book comes along I'll carry on though, as the story still has some legs.
There was some progress on that front, so it gets rounded up instead of down. if another book comes along I'll carry on though, as the story still has some legs.
March 25, 2023
Things really gets intense now, unexpected alliances are formed. New enemies are made and the situation escalates beyond just the world they're fighting for. The masks comes off and you see the true nature of everyone from Dwarfs to Gods and not everyone are who you thought they where. Truly an epic third installment in this series can't wait for the next book. Just like the first and second book there is a great amount of action and the character growth is just as good as the last 2 books.
May 5, 2025
This series is nothing if it's not consistent. Every book delivers a quality story that is only let down by an over-reliance on action for the sake of action. That being said, this book is the closest I have come to giving a book in this series a 3-star review because in this book, I felt like it was a little too unbalanced in favour of this action over all else.
However, as with all of these books, it had a banger of an ending that left me excited to see what comes next in this series. That, combined with the fact that, despite its flaws, I feel like if I were to re-read this series in the future, I would happily read this book again, I will give it the benefit of the doubt and round up to 4 stars.
My hope for future books is that the author can learn to trust that he can write engaging scenes that aren't action-based (indeed the best scenes in these books tend to be the scenes that don't revolve around people kicking arse), and he doesn't need to rely on action just for the sake of having an action scene. If he did that, this series could ultimately level up to 5-star status. To be clear, I am not saying get rid of action altogether, but instead to ensure that the only remaining action is meaningful to the story.
However, as with all of these books, it had a banger of an ending that left me excited to see what comes next in this series. That, combined with the fact that, despite its flaws, I feel like if I were to re-read this series in the future, I would happily read this book again, I will give it the benefit of the doubt and round up to 4 stars.
My hope for future books is that the author can learn to trust that he can write engaging scenes that aren't action-based (indeed the best scenes in these books tend to be the scenes that don't revolve around people kicking arse), and he doesn't need to rely on action just for the sake of having an action scene. If he did that, this series could ultimately level up to 5-star status. To be clear, I am not saying get rid of action altogether, but instead to ensure that the only remaining action is meaningful to the story.
January 31, 2023
Good book but has a few annoying issues.
Let me preface this this whole review by stating that I read all 3 books binge style. These books are a good read and below I've added my few dislikes. I leave it up to you to decide if you want my opinions. Good reading.
I like the way Sinclair writes and he does a good job of building the world of Falritas. Side characters are fleshed out and have clearly defined personalities. The MC is likeable and easy to follow without letting power go to his head.
Now the bad of these books (SPOILER ALERT)
As a reader I do not need to be CONSTANTLY reminded that Clive doesn't want people to be his followers. Sinclair kicks the hell out of that dead horse every time Clive gets new followers. We got it so STOP bringing it up. Next, the time scale is kind of skewed. The story gives the impression of months passing then suddenly the MC and others are talking about 2 years passing. This caused some dissonance with the story. Lastly, kind of blatant on the foreshadowing. It's obvious Wild is going to betray them but to have Sania keep dismissing Clive's thoughts about the matter strikes me as lazy.
Let me preface this this whole review by stating that I read all 3 books binge style. These books are a good read and below I've added my few dislikes. I leave it up to you to decide if you want my opinions. Good reading.
I like the way Sinclair writes and he does a good job of building the world of Falritas. Side characters are fleshed out and have clearly defined personalities. The MC is likeable and easy to follow without letting power go to his head.
Now the bad of these books (SPOILER ALERT)
As a reader I do not need to be CONSTANTLY reminded that Clive doesn't want people to be his followers. Sinclair kicks the hell out of that dead horse every time Clive gets new followers. We got it so STOP bringing it up. Next, the time scale is kind of skewed. The story gives the impression of months passing then suddenly the MC and others are talking about 2 years passing. This caused some dissonance with the story. Lastly, kind of blatant on the foreshadowing. It's obvious Wild is going to betray them but to have Sania keep dismissing Clive's thoughts about the matter strikes me as lazy.
April 2, 2023
Rating 5.0 stars
This is a surprisingly good series. Clive keeps getting more powerful but so do his enemies. This book has something that I beg for in other books. Balance. There is a good mix of story, world building, powers, and character interactions. I am emotionally connected to the people in the story. I love Clive and Sania. Clive can be somewhat of an abrasive personality but that is only to people who are antagonistic to him. Anybody that treats him with kindness he is more than happy to treat with the utmost respect. He does through some F bombs around in casual conversation which can be off-putting to some but I kind of like it. He treats everyone the same. There were times I was really frustrated as darkness seemed to cheat an awful lot. That was addressed later in the book but at the time there were definite times I was thinking WTF. What darkness could do and what every other god on the planet could do didn't seem to match up. Overall I am very happy with how this one ended and I am looking forward to the next one.
This is a surprisingly good series. Clive keeps getting more powerful but so do his enemies. This book has something that I beg for in other books. Balance. There is a good mix of story, world building, powers, and character interactions. I am emotionally connected to the people in the story. I love Clive and Sania. Clive can be somewhat of an abrasive personality but that is only to people who are antagonistic to him. Anybody that treats him with kindness he is more than happy to treat with the utmost respect. He does through some F bombs around in casual conversation which can be off-putting to some but I kind of like it. He treats everyone the same. There were times I was really frustrated as darkness seemed to cheat an awful lot. That was addressed later in the book but at the time there were definite times I was thinking WTF. What darkness could do and what every other god on the planet could do didn't seem to match up. Overall I am very happy with how this one ended and I am looking forward to the next one.
April 11, 2023
I'm both surprised at how many good ratings this book has and that I'm still giving it 4 stars and not 3 or less. The main problem is the protagonist is written as such a perfect God-sent Gary Sue that it got cringe worthy. Interactions with him didn't feel real at all. It's like how a child whose been bullied would write a story with themselves inserted as the perfect hero that everyone, including friends, enemies, and gods praise every time they talk. It's sad cause there really is a lot to like and enjoy in this series, but I don't know if I'll pick up the next book whenever it comes out. I'm leaning towards no right now.
November 17, 2022
The war heats up! unexpected alliances and more!
Clive comes out swinging in this one! He and the pantheon come out swinging to try and retake Malatia. There are some setbacks and a few turns I didn’t see coming! Also new Alliances are forged from some unexpected places. This one ends on a nice cliffhanger! Can’t wait to see what comes with book 4!
Clive comes out swinging in this one! He and the pantheon come out swinging to try and retake Malatia. There are some setbacks and a few turns I didn’t see coming! Also new Alliances are forged from some unexpected places. This one ends on a nice cliffhanger! Can’t wait to see what comes with book 4!
November 26, 2022
Culinary Masterpiece
Clive's war with the gods ,and in particular Darkness is heightening with plenty of opportunities for action,power levelling and of course the wit that Sinclair brings to the series so well.
Loving how the various alliances are so fluid and how we get to see so much of this world.
Just have to wait for number 4 now which hopefully comes soon.
Clive's war with the gods ,and in particular Darkness is heightening with plenty of opportunities for action,power levelling and of course the wit that Sinclair brings to the series so well.
Loving how the various alliances are so fluid and how we get to see so much of this world.
Just have to wait for number 4 now which hopefully comes soon.
November 5, 2022
Great installment
Another amusing and slightly off the wall book in creations bane series. Thoroughly enjoyed while on my Caribbean cruise, I also my Bahama mama because of this book, good stuff
Another amusing and slightly off the wall book in creations bane series. Thoroughly enjoyed while on my Caribbean cruise, I also my Bahama mama because of this book, good stuff
November 7, 2022
Clive goes on the warpath
Clive with his immortal shell decides to take the war to Darkness. As he works with other gods and finds that the rules are more complicated than he knows. This is a great addition to the Creation's Bane series. I highly recommend it.
Clive with his immortal shell decides to take the war to Darkness. As he works with other gods and finds that the rules are more complicated than he knows. This is a great addition to the Creation's Bane series. I highly recommend it.
December 3, 2022
OK
This book has convinced me that the British do not speak English. I couldn't understand half the words the author had the MC use and it was very irritating. I have better understood translations from Japanese and Russian than this book.
This book has convinced me that the British do not speak English. I couldn't understand half the words the author had the MC use and it was very irritating. I have better understood translations from Japanese and Russian than this book.
December 14, 2022
keeping it interesting
I like how the author keeps making the book interesting. Though it is a little ridiculous how no matter what the hero does or how powerful he becomes he still gets outmatched regularly.
I like how the author keeps making the book interesting. Though it is a little ridiculous how no matter what the hero does or how powerful he becomes he still gets outmatched regularly.
December 27, 2022
Kick booty stuff
This is an op romp of gods and kick assery that is well written and got the right slice of humor and action and emotional bi play and love... Kevin knocked it out of the park and I look forward to the next book... Keep it up my friend
This is an op romp of gods and kick assery that is well written and got the right slice of humor and action and emotional bi play and love... Kevin knocked it out of the park and I look forward to the next book... Keep it up my friend
February 5, 2023
A joy to see
Loving this new series from a talented new author. Excellent world building, character development and a engaging plot. I am eagerly awaiting Book 4 and the further growth of Clive and his people.....yes that includes D.
Loving this new series from a talented new author. Excellent world building, character development and a engaging plot. I am eagerly awaiting Book 4 and the further growth of Clive and his people.....yes that includes D.
March 17, 2023
Three books out in this series so far. Skipping many of stat readings helps in this read. The complexity of the story is equivalent to a superhero story so
Expect to suspend rational thought at times. It is a fun read and I am looking forward to the next book.
Expect to suspend rational thought at times. It is a fun read and I am looking forward to the next book.
April 9, 2023
Just keeps getting better and better. Also, super glad that the overall time odds this book is more upbeat than book 2.
If that is the reason you didn’t start this book, do yourself a favor and read it.
If that is the reason you didn’t start this book, do yourself a favor and read it.
May 12, 2023
to nice and always apologizing
It seem he doesn’t have a back bone to me always apologizing to someone for something and never really making decisions for himself until he talks to someone else about it first really weird right, and
It seem he doesn’t have a back bone to me always apologizing to someone for something and never really making decisions for himself until he talks to someone else about it first really weird right, and
November 3, 2022
Very good one sitting 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.
November 7, 2022
Fun Read
For those of us from across the pond, a reference of British Slang at the back would be nice. A very fun, enjoyable read.
For those of us from across the pond, a reference of British Slang at the back would be nice. A very fun, enjoyable read.
November 11, 2022
the story was as always amazing. the only problem i had was the continued "who can i trust?" is starting to become to much.
December 17, 2022
okay-ish
As expected based on other books. Fun, simple, straightforward, and something you put down if a better book comes out. If food, it’d be fast food.
As expected based on other books. Fun, simple, straightforward, and something you put down if a better book comes out. If food, it’d be fast food.
August 7, 2023
loved it, another great addition
April 26, 2024
He pisses me off less in this one and I finally got to see some alternative nuema types!!! ALSO finally got to see the ethereal awareness get some points!!!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
October 1, 2025
3.9/5. The turn to aggressiveness is not as captivating as earlier books but will still listen to the rest.
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