I think I'm permitted to give this review at this time, being an avid reader myself and currently on the latest chapter (chapter 50) and anticipating the next. First off, I'd start by commending the author for doing a good job in aligning events as orderly as they should succeed each other. [Bonus point] Next off, I'd start by saying that just because MC is a female character doesn't mean the "Dark Lord" is not well represented as well. Matter of fact, I see the author skilfully bringing even the side characters to life and in as much as I'm trying not to sound ingeniously biased with my review, I'll implore you to check things out for yourself. Disclaimer: IF you are looking for a fantasy romance where the MC and her soulmate just jumps into being in love, with roses and pink and kisses everywhere then bleh, this book will prove you completely wrong and may not be your actual cup of tea. IMO, the manner the story has been depicted so far reeks of the author's imtelligence and this factor subtly manifests in the way the characters are represented in actions and their thoughts. Another reason why I'm sticking to this book is how the MC is painted as naive at first(truly an empath in some way not quick to judge people by their wrong towards her, but still smart in a way that you can see)... her curiosity is key and the fact that her origin has been carefully hidden by the author just makes your mind jump about with numerous possibilities. Then there is a lot of schemings and plots against you-know-who(no spoilers, read through to find out) Furthermore, for a book slated to begin in far back 1801, the author put in the effort to spice up the theme by using the right English style (archaic, at first) but it's not so heavy on it to take away the flow or make you feel bored. IMO I legit came for the archaic English experience but well maybe author has his reasons. Lastly, the main action as I am made to believe should proceed from chapter 49 I think onwards so don't be in a hurry to rule it out thinking the story is entirely from MC's opinion because it's not and I think the emphatic focus on MC's home of birth and foster family has a huge purpose to the plot. That being said, if you are tired of books that leave you brain dead when you read them and are more inclined to fantasies which has a slice to reality, this book is definitely your cup of tea as it is mine; give this book a try and you won't regret it. The only problem which is infact a pretty HUGE problem for me ... major emphasis on "HUGE", is that the author ghosts on us for some days sometimes due to health reasons and other times due to unexplained reasons but either way I'm still clinging to this book but in all honesty that's what is earning author a little short of a five star from me. So guys, I hope this review was detailed enough as I think an indepth critique/appraisal should help new readers understand the strong point/weak point of any book. #ProudlyDLMfan(which is rare for someone like me to be any book's fan)
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Read and re-read your review and it made me kinda jealous that I can't write so lengthy and interesting a review. But there's only one thing missing though in your review that is (laughing in Joker's face) WARNING: Don't scroll down!π«π« . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I'm warning youβΌοΈπ« . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Stop! π«π«π«π«π« . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ππ . . . . . . . . . . This new book cover is litttttttttttttt! πππππππππππππππππππππππππππππππππππππππππππππππππππππππππππππππ
Okay you got me finally dude. Yeah, this one is a bit more colourful with the fire elements and I think blood(I may be wrong) going on, I think it depicts the Dark Lord's dark side better for me that is. So yeah cool choice of cover art IMO
Oh wow! Thank you for your honest review, Daoist... And uhm for the frequency of updates, it should be much more consistent IF I choose to join privilege next month(which is about a 70% decided already but still...) Also I had to cut down on the usage of Old English because I didn't think WN readers are pretty much used to that kinda stuff so it's more like jumping in halfway with a part of my body still suspended in space. Translation: Still unsure how well my book would be received if I go all in with the archaic English so I'm sorry for indirectly breaking your heart xD π
Er... yeah thanks. Still not mine hence the disclaimer to ownership of the art is still part of my synopsis. Working on mine and it'll likely include our MC beside himπ
You pranked meπ
