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I married a goblin to rank up as an adventuer
Rusty Blade is your not so typical Low rank adventurer. He's one hundred and fifty years old and only rank D. Since adventures can only die in battle Rusty has lived long enough to see everyone he knew either die or rank up without him. He never gave up and one day it finally pays off when he meets a high level goblin in the forest. The goblin offers him a method to rank up that includes marrying the daughter of the goblin chief. This is a short series that I'm writing while I work on other projects like "Demon Party". You can go ahead and judge this one by its cover. Thanks!
- GenresFantasy
58 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 11, 2020
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January 29, 2021
A little disappointing
I felt that the story was rushed. There was no real exposition for most of the plot points and the character interaction seemed a little forced or unbelievable.
I felt that the story was rushed. There was no real exposition for most of the plot points and the character interaction seemed a little forced or unbelievable.
April 22, 2021
I needed a quick read inbetween reading so many doctor who books and i've always been a sucker for monster girls and i ran across this novella. Being only 50 pages i figured i'd give it a shot, and to be truthful, i actually had quite a bit of fun with it.
No one's claiming that this is an award winning epic fantasy, but it's not supposed to be that. it's a fun, quick, enjoyable story. For being such a short story though, the author managed to cram a lot of world building and some character development into it, which surprised me.
Because of the brevity of the book, he had to move the plot along really fast with hardly any prose and that's okay with me. I enjoyed it for what it was. Rusty was fine, if not a tad generic, the wizard Howard was a bit annoying but not so much that he was unlikable, and Gwen, which i haven't seen a lot of her yet, seems to be an all right character. I hope in the sequel she gets a bit more fleshed out.
I blew through this in one day and never once did i wish the end would come. Which is rare for me. Granted, there were a few grammar errors here and there, and the paragraph format was a bit rough at times, and sometimes the character could be irritating, but these are merely nitpicks for what was, all in all, part 1 of a fun ride. I hope part 2 is just as good which i will definitely be reading. 4/5.
No one's claiming that this is an award winning epic fantasy, but it's not supposed to be that. it's a fun, quick, enjoyable story. For being such a short story though, the author managed to cram a lot of world building and some character development into it, which surprised me.
Because of the brevity of the book, he had to move the plot along really fast with hardly any prose and that's okay with me. I enjoyed it for what it was. Rusty was fine, if not a tad generic, the wizard Howard was a bit annoying but not so much that he was unlikable, and Gwen, which i haven't seen a lot of her yet, seems to be an all right character. I hope in the sequel she gets a bit more fleshed out.
I blew through this in one day and never once did i wish the end would come. Which is rare for me. Granted, there were a few grammar errors here and there, and the paragraph format was a bit rough at times, and sometimes the character could be irritating, but these are merely nitpicks for what was, all in all, part 1 of a fun ride. I hope part 2 is just as good which i will definitely be reading. 4/5.
January 18, 2021
A fun little read.
The story is pretty good. The author has a unique little hook to the book that makes me want to see where it goes.
The story is pretty good. The author has a unique little hook to the book that makes me want to see where it goes.
December 20, 2020
What happens when an adventurer marries a monster?
The title says it, which pretty much sums up this short story. A swordsman marries a goblin so he can level up. The humor is very decent and the plot is simple. Not much world building, but the characters are entertaining. It reads like a light novel, except it is shorter. One of the problems I had was the grammar, and the dialogue that doesn't mention who is telling who. It confused me on which character is speaking. But I still think for monster girl lovers who want to read simple shorts, they will get a kick out of this one. If you are expecting an epic fantasy with world building that reads longer, this book isn't for you.
The title says it, which pretty much sums up this short story. A swordsman marries a goblin so he can level up. The humor is very decent and the plot is simple. Not much world building, but the characters are entertaining. It reads like a light novel, except it is shorter. One of the problems I had was the grammar, and the dialogue that doesn't mention who is telling who. It confused me on which character is speaking. But I still think for monster girl lovers who want to read simple shorts, they will get a kick out of this one. If you are expecting an epic fantasy with world building that reads longer, this book isn't for you.
April 9, 2024
I’m not sure what’s worse, that the story really went nowhere or that the plot itself only made sense on the books description.
This book, while short, drags the reader from one really odd moment to the next with no point other than to explain the main characters level issue. Outside of that, no character has any form of life outside of being quirky and awkward. I commend the author for both thinking of an interesting idea and world but I can’t understand how the story was able to both explain way too much of something and nothing at all at the same time.
For the love of all that’s good, don’t bother with this story, it’s clearly not treating your time well so don’t give it any more than it has stolen from me!
This book, while short, drags the reader from one really odd moment to the next with no point other than to explain the main characters level issue. Outside of that, no character has any form of life outside of being quirky and awkward. I commend the author for both thinking of an interesting idea and world but I can’t understand how the story was able to both explain way too much of something and nothing at all at the same time.
For the love of all that’s good, don’t bother with this story, it’s clearly not treating your time well so don’t give it any more than it has stolen from me!
December 6, 2020
Great start
Great story so far. A fun read. It could have used a little more character development and maybe be a bit longer like maybe 200 pages at least but over all great short story very enjoyable.
Great story so far. A fun read. It could have used a little more character development and maybe be a bit longer like maybe 200 pages at least but over all great short story very enjoyable.
December 9, 2020
Good start for a story meant for a few laughs
Good start, could use more work but the errors arnt horrible like alot of beginning writers seems to make. Ill check the 2nd book out as well.
Good start, could use more work but the errors arnt horrible like alot of beginning writers seems to make. Ill check the 2nd book out as well.
February 2, 2021
Howard must die
Honestly I really liked the concept. Even Howard in very small doses, nah nope the kid drove me nuts form the beginning. Fun read but too short for my taste, had just enough to make me want more.
Honestly I really liked the concept. Even Howard in very small doses, nah nope the kid drove me nuts form the beginning. Fun read but too short for my taste, had just enough to make me want more.
February 16, 2021
Fun
It was a really fun read. Just know it is a side story to others he is writing.
I'm looking forward to additional installments. Like the old serialized radio programs. Hopefully the next doesn't drop in the middle of a scene.
It was a really fun read. Just know it is a side story to others he is writing.
I'm looking forward to additional installments. Like the old serialized radio programs. Hopefully the next doesn't drop in the middle of a scene.
August 14, 2021
Short but sweet fantasy tale.
Short but sweet fantasy. It was perfect as a Kindle Unlimited selection. I can’t wait to find out what form Gwen has taken on after her latest transformation / mutation.
Short but sweet fantasy. It was perfect as a Kindle Unlimited selection. I can’t wait to find out what form Gwen has taken on after her latest transformation / mutation.
January 21, 2023
Too short for an accurate judgment
So far it's an interesting story how as short as it is I simply can't give it an accurate judgment until at least volume 3(which should be bundled together into one volume anyways based on the length of this volume)
So far it's an interesting story how as short as it is I simply can't give it an accurate judgment until at least volume 3(which should be bundled together into one volume anyways based on the length of this volume)
April 17, 2020
Good but it ended before much could happen.
This feels like the start of something longer. Stuff was set up but with no payoff. Hope to see more to get that payoff
This feels like the start of something longer. Stuff was set up but with no payoff. Hope to see more to get that payoff
April 26, 2020
Good read
Is a good read well look forward to the next one that will make sure I get back into this world
Is a good read well look forward to the next one that will make sure I get back into this world
September 19, 2020
Good fun story
Good quick story that keeps you interested and wanting to see where it leads. Like to see longer and where the group ends up and what adventures await
Good quick story that keeps you interested and wanting to see where it leads. Like to see longer and where the group ends up and what adventures await
November 19, 2020
Pretty Good
Short but Sweet. I like the character interactions a lot. Rusty was interesting but Gwen was adorable and Howard was funny.
Short but Sweet. I like the character interactions a lot. Rusty was interesting but Gwen was adorable and Howard was funny.
November 29, 2020
Interesting
This is a very unique story and I really like it. It takes the monster girl trope in an interesting direction while having a well written story. Looking forward to more!
This is a very unique story and I really like it. It takes the monster girl trope in an interesting direction while having a well written story. Looking forward to more!
December 5, 2020
Really good
Overall it was really good, the characters had defined personalities and growth. And the world building was excellent especially for such a short story.
Overall it was really good, the characters had defined personalities and growth. And the world building was excellent especially for such a short story.
December 5, 2020
Funny
Full of laughs. Ha ha ha ha ha ha ah ah ha ha I ig iv ig ce ie iiv
Full of laughs. Ha ha ha ha ha ha ah ah ha ha I ig iv ig ce ie iiv
December 12, 2020
It has potential.
I really enjoy Howard's shenanigans, I'm really interested in his development. Not sure what else to say, three more words.
I really enjoy Howard's shenanigans, I'm really interested in his development. Not sure what else to say, three more words.
December 12, 2020
Hey hilarious fun read
This story reads pretty quick and it's got a lot of funny. I had a lot of fun reading this I hope he writes the next one.
This story reads pretty quick and it's got a lot of funny. I had a lot of fun reading this I hope he writes the next one.
December 13, 2020
Amusing
Short and predictable, but looks like it could be amusing.
Stupid Amazon, needed to write another ten words to post.
Short and predictable, but looks like it could be amusing.
Stupid Amazon, needed to write another ten words to post.
December 22, 2020
Fun, Quick, To the Point
Was a fun little read, what world building there is in the book is intriguing. Would love a continuation of the series.
Was a fun little read, what world building there is in the book is intriguing. Would love a continuation of the series.
December 25, 2020
Fun book
Great read, really quick. Looking forward to finishing the series. Could be fun with a Naaga and Centaur or even Minitor.
Great read, really quick. Looking forward to finishing the series. Could be fun with a Naaga and Centaur or even Minitor.
December 29, 2020
Awesome Read
You did well. I have read a lot of books and this one even how short it is was a good read. Ik I do not like something I trade from one book to another. Not this one. Keep it going man. I want to know what happens to Rusty.
You did well. I have read a lot of books and this one even how short it is was a good read. Ik I do not like something I trade from one book to another. Not this one. Keep it going man. I want to know what happens to Rusty.
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December 31, 2020Wedding and an adventure party
Really enjoyable read, I'm looking forward to the further adventures of the Rust party! The characters a unique and entertaining!
Really enjoyable read, I'm looking forward to the further adventures of the Rust party! The characters a unique and entertaining!
January 1, 2021
Faced pace and entertaining but short
This is a Funny and light rpg fantasy. Entertaining but it feels like only the first chapter not the first book
This is a Funny and light rpg fantasy. Entertaining but it feels like only the first chapter not the first book
January 7, 2021
Enjoyable
Good, but too short. I’m enjoying the humour. Looking forward to getting the next one. Even though it’s too short.
Good, but too short. I’m enjoying the humour. Looking forward to getting the next one. Even though it’s too short.
January 12, 2021
A light fun read
The concept seems off the wall but works far better than you would think it is. Some actual character development but just filled with screwball characters.
The concept seems off the wall but works far better than you would think it is. Some actual character development but just filled with screwball characters.
January 21, 2021
Entertaining
A fun little book overall. Long-suffering Rusty is a perfect straight man for the characters around him, and I'd like to see where this goes.
A fun little book overall. Long-suffering Rusty is a perfect straight man for the characters around him, and I'd like to see where this goes.
January 24, 2021
Fun short story
A fun short story that looks like it is going somewhere. Im looking forward to seeing what happens next. Hopefully it’s a lamia.
A fun short story that looks like it is going somewhere. Im looking forward to seeing what happens next. Hopefully it’s a lamia.
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