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AnEarnestReaderLv57yr
2017-07-04 06:15

Although I'm not one to criticize the lesser points of the novels I read this has been one of the most unoriginal yet. Creating through blatant copying of the myths and lore of other artists, writing is not something done on a whim! It requires thought, time and creativity. The greatest selling novels are not ones that are simply made on impulse. The lack of flow within the story is evident throughout, situations and logic unexplained with the author blatantly telling us "Just go with the flow!". Completely moronic! I do have to say that though the translating team have strange tastes in picking this novel it is without a doubt they are patient, and I do sincerely hope they are trying their best as well. For even though the essence may not be good without the proper execution of translation it would still be sh*t without a doubt. That is why I regret to end this review with a low evaluation. All novels have much potential, but a novel made just for fame or money is also a novel made without love or respect for one's own work.

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