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HandsomeWriter

HandsomeWriter

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I'm really only kind of handsome...

2022-06-18 JoinedSouth Africa
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  • HandsomeWriter
    HandsomeWriter10mth
    Posted

    Your worldbuilding is good, your execution needs work. Dumping the backstory upfront only works if it's short and entertaining, most of the time it's best to mix it in as the plot unfolds. Your paragraphs are kind of blocky and difficult to read, varying paragraph length in your work makes it easier for your reader to work through. There are a few grammatical errors throughout- I highly recommend copy-pasting your chapter into the online Hemingway Editor [Completely Free] and following their tips before posting it on here. I can tell you've put a lot of effort into your work and that you have a lot of potential, that's why I'm being super honest. You'll grow faster that way. Keep going!

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    39 Myths
    Sci-fi · VRW1
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  • HandsomeWriter
    HandsomeWriter10mth
    Posted

    The first chapter sent a shiver up my spine. The interplay between the accusing mob and the praying saint was absolutely riveting. You could already tell a lot of Sorin's character, a genuinely earnest and compassionate person who feels betrayed in the deepest way. I'd love to watch his slow descent into evil, or even watch him fight against the temptations to come. It's already set up in a very compelling way. My only complaint would be that the background between him and Lucifer is not clear. It seems that Lucifer has always been the Divine Angel, or have I read it wrong? This has the makings of a really good story.

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    Fallen Saint's Revenge
    Fantasy · summer_cicada
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  • HandsomeWriter
    HandsomeWriter10mth
    Commented

    Minor error here, 'When he opened his guys'. It should be changed to 'eyes'. I hope...

    Ch 2 Lucifer
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    Fallen Saint's Revenge
    Fantasy · summer_cicada
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  • HandsomeWriter
    HandsomeWriter10mth
    Posted

    Writing quality is excellent, the descriptions are vivid and pull you into the scene. At times they can be too much, but it matches the tone and style of the story. My only complaint would be that the romantic conflict is almost retrospective. There is little initial barrier, very little tension. They're swept into a whirlwind romance and only after the smoke settles are they pulled apart.

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    INVISIBLE HEARTS
    LGBT+ · MartinsEmmanuel
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  • HandsomeWriter
    HandsomeWriter10mth
    Replied to DubiousTone

    Thank you, DubiousTone! It's a bit slow at the start but filled with clues for what's to come.

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    Legacy of the Lost Sect
    Eastern · HandsomeWriter
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  • HandsomeWriter
    HandsomeWriter10mth
    Replied to MartinsEmmanuel

    You're making me blush, you know :) Thank you for your very kind words. I can't wait for you to see what happens later in the story, really picks up from ch16 in my opinion!

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    Legacy of the Lost Sect
    Eastern · HandsomeWriter
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  • HandsomeWriter
    HandsomeWriter10mth
    Posted

    Fantasy with post-apocalyptic elements. The writing quality is excellent, scenes are described with just enough words to allow you to clearly picture them but not so much that it feels padded or long-winded. Paragraphs tend to be on the chunkier side but are simple enough to be read without any difficulty. The setting is quickly introduced, and though there is a somewhat large chunk of exposition in the 3rd chapter it is not overwhelming and answers questions that naturally pop up in the readers head in the earlier chapters. Characters don't yet feel very distinct in tone as of chapter 5, but there's been so much emphasis on fleshing out the world that I don't think it could have fit. Overall, excellent read. Good job by the author!

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    Elemental Tear
    Fantasy · DubiousTone
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  • HandsomeWriter
    HandsomeWriter10mth
    Posted

    I like that each character has their own way of looking at things and that comes across in their viewpoint. However, the story often feels chaotic and disorganized, with viewpoints often shifting during the same chapter. The POV switches are loudly announced, but they each feel distinct. The buildup is very slow, taking around ten chapters to hit the inflection point. The first person perspective is refreshing but may not appeal to many readers. I think that splitting the chapters to more align with POV switches will greatly improve the reading quality, as will sharpening the fist few chapters.

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    Arc Of Time: Pillars Of Light
    Fantasy · HambinoRanx
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  • HandsomeWriter
    HandsomeWriter10mth
    Posted

    The story is well-written and reads fluidly, the exposition is largely interweaved throughout so you don't get a massive chunk of it all at once which is great. The pacing is neither too fast or slow, you get a real sense of where it's all headed by the third chapter. The scene descriptions are great, little details make it feel like a real old mansion and not a cardboard cut-out of one. Despite these types of stories not being my standard fare it actually wanted me to read on. Great job by the author!

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    Lustbound Monsters
    Fantasy · kaneki_kazhai
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  • HandsomeWriter
    HandsomeWriter10mth
    Replied to Mugetsu353

    Fatty Wan can't cultivate, pretty much. Neither can Jin, for different reasons. You'll have to read on to learn more.

    Ch 8 The Weight Of A Knife
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    Legacy of the Lost Sect
    Eastern · HandsomeWriter
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  • HandsomeWriter
    HandsomeWriter11mth
    Posted

    The grammar and editing is well done. The story reads smoothly, feels pleasant and keeps my interest. The opening is somewhat cliche, your typical reborn as a baby scene that's probably the most common reincarnation opener-- but the realization that this is not the mc's first reincarnation holds your interest. The story seems to leap too quickly from the character's birth to when he begins roaming the forests on his own, but that may simply be my preferences showing. Overall, an enjoyable read with potential. 4/5.

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    Night's Shadow
    Fantasy · Pomu
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  • HandsomeWriter
    HandsomeWriter1yr
    Commented

    Really nice opening chapter with an interesting main character. He's unlikeable but relatable, hopefully we get to see his growth from a lazy, indulgent mc to a heroic figure.

    Ch 1 Pete is Full of Shit
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    Legendary Hero System
    Fantasy · KaiserKen
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  • HandsomeWriter
    HandsomeWriter1yr
    Commented

    He would be considered the strength of a mid-level partial aspect who has a good ranked monster form, or a high-level partial aspect for someone who has a weak form.

    Ch 7 Chapter #7
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    We All Cultivate As Monsters
    Fantasy · HandsomeWriter
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  • HandsomeWriter
    HandsomeWriter1yr
    Replied to WritingNoob

    Awakening Realm Partial Aspect Realm Full Aspect Realm Transcendent Realm Evolution/Rebirth Realm I want to avoid infodumping if I can. All will be revealed- and soon- through the next 5 chapters or so.

    Ch 5 Chapter #5
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    We All Cultivate As Monsters
    Fantasy · HandsomeWriter
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  • HandsomeWriter
    HandsomeWriter1yr
    Replied to WritingNoob

    You're right. I should have added a character description, especially since it's a key part of his characterization. Will go back and edit.

    Ch 1 Chapter #1
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    We All Cultivate As Monsters
    Fantasy · HandsomeWriter
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  • HandsomeWriter
    HandsomeWriter1yr
    Commented

    The dialogue is good, as is the train of thought. I especially liked the rumination on marketing strategy. The scene descriptions could be improved on. It was hard to get a feel for the location, it felt like everything was happening in a black box. The story seems to start at the end of a love story, not the beginning which removes a lot of the tension and interest that's so pivotal to a romance. Ahem. Not that I've read a lot of those. Again, I've only read the first chapter so it could be that another love interest enters the equation or there's a fall from heaven but right now there's little incentive for me to push forward and read on.

    Ch 1 CHAPTER I: MEETING THE DOU
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    Sixth of September
    Teen · KeyJaySea0620
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  • HandsomeWriter
    HandsomeWriter1yr
    Replied to The_Dark_Sapphire

    ... You don't go around doing this to every new release, do you?

    Ch 1 Chapter #1
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    We All Cultivate As Monsters
    Fantasy · HandsomeWriter
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  • HandsomeWriter
    HandsomeWriter1yr
    Posted

    There is a noticeable improvement in quality as the chapters progress. Descriptions and dialogue are better, you get a better sense for the environment in latter chapters. My critiques are that the story feels all over the place and it takes a while to get into what it should be about. It took around 5 chapters to get to the game, and while that would be fine in a typical book webnovels tend to be a lot faster paced. The first five chapters feel like it was becoming a detective story. Sean's attitude seemed to vacillate between meek and passive-aggressive and I feel as though the abuse leveled his way was somewhat unbelievable. To be kicked by a game store employee after being beaten up feels like it's laying it on too thick. The things I feel you can improve on are scene descriptions. If you work on that for a bit I'm sure there'll be a noticeable improvement in the quality of your story.

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    The daily life of an adventurer
    Fantasy · Senecio_tako
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