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The Divine Elements #2
The Desolate Mountains
***New Editions released for the entire series with all new editing and book covers. Audible version coming soon, and Book 4 is to be released on 14th July 2023*** An Epic Fantasy of Cultivation and Ascending to Godhood
A Xianxia Cultivation Epic / Progression Fantasy Series Unleash your imagination and immerse yourself in the captivating world of "Desolate A Fantasy Xianxia Cultivation Series." Follow Calron's gripping journey as he confronts his haunting past, unravels enigmatic secrets within, and embarks on a perilous quest to protect the Kingdom of the Beasts. Prepare for an epic adventure filled with breathtaking twists, profound discoveries, and a battle for survival against forces that seek to shatter the very fabric of his existence. Step into a world where danger lurks at every turn, and destiny hangs in the balance. Are you ready to ascend the Desolate Mountains?
A Xianxia Cultivation Epic / Progression Fantasy Series Unleash your imagination and immerse yourself in the captivating world of "Desolate A Fantasy Xianxia Cultivation Series." Follow Calron's gripping journey as he confronts his haunting past, unravels enigmatic secrets within, and embarks on a perilous quest to protect the Kingdom of the Beasts. Prepare for an epic adventure filled with breathtaking twists, profound discoveries, and a battle for survival against forces that seek to shatter the very fabric of his existence. Step into a world where danger lurks at every turn, and destiny hangs in the balance. Are you ready to ascend the Desolate Mountains?
252 pages, Hardcover
Published June 4, 2023
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November 6, 2017
4.25 Stars
December 3, 2023
Oh, it only gets worse
I finished the first book and gave a scathing review, but I decided to give it a second go in hopes that it would improve. It only gets worse. There's zero suspense because the author doesn't allow there to be any suspense. They are constantly prophesying what the characters will be or are in some cases. That is until it doesn't fit the lane change they decided on last minute as they were writing. It's terrible. I'm still baffled by the comparison to the Cradle series.
This is like amateur hour in literary form. I will openly admit I was confused and grasping for context and understanding when I began reading the Cradle series. It took me a few chapters to really get me into the book, but not once did I regret reading it and giving it a shot. It's what started me on this journey into cultivation books.
Cradle kept me guessing and wondering if my favorite characters were even going to survive to the end. I never felt anyone in the series was ever truly safe. That's part of the reason it was so good. I only say all of that as actual constructive criticism. I feel like this author has massive potential. They're a beautiful dreamer, but they've got a long way to go at this point.
I'm actually starting to wonder if they paid a company to say it was comparative to Cradle. That was a mistake. A massive one.
I finished the first book and gave a scathing review, but I decided to give it a second go in hopes that it would improve. It only gets worse. There's zero suspense because the author doesn't allow there to be any suspense. They are constantly prophesying what the characters will be or are in some cases. That is until it doesn't fit the lane change they decided on last minute as they were writing. It's terrible. I'm still baffled by the comparison to the Cradle series.
This is like amateur hour in literary form. I will openly admit I was confused and grasping for context and understanding when I began reading the Cradle series. It took me a few chapters to really get me into the book, but not once did I regret reading it and giving it a shot. It's what started me on this journey into cultivation books.
Cradle kept me guessing and wondering if my favorite characters were even going to survive to the end. I never felt anyone in the series was ever truly safe. That's part of the reason it was so good. I only say all of that as actual constructive criticism. I feel like this author has massive potential. They're a beautiful dreamer, but they've got a long way to go at this point.
I'm actually starting to wonder if they paid a company to say it was comparative to Cradle. That was a mistake. A massive one.
August 4, 2023
Review
The overall plot and general storyline is good. I find be an enjoyable read overall but the timelines throughout the book are a struggle to parse through. Most of the story feels like it is taking place over the course of a few days but the chat will casually state that it’s been months that have passed. This does not mesh well with overall flow as it’ll state earlier in the book that only a few hours have passed. This is the only critique I have and it can at times steal away some of the attention away from the plot due to the confusion introduced to the reader.
The overall plot and general storyline is good. I find be an enjoyable read overall but the timelines throughout the book are a struggle to parse through. Most of the story feels like it is taking place over the course of a few days but the chat will casually state that it’s been months that have passed. This does not mesh well with overall flow as it’ll state earlier in the book that only a few hours have passed. This is the only critique I have and it can at times steal away some of the attention away from the plot due to the confusion introduced to the reader.
September 30, 2023
Different direction from book 1
In most cultivation novels there is an effort to slow the growth of the MC for plot development. However this was a bit much. From month to get from 0 to peak of the spirtual tier to five years to break through to the next next made the development of book one feel pointless.
Basically he worked out for 5 years?
This was taken in a different direction from book 1. It doesnt touch on the aftermath of book one at all.
MC Felt like a smaller charachter from a plot standpoint in this book.
In most cultivation novels there is an effort to slow the growth of the MC for plot development. However this was a bit much. From month to get from 0 to peak of the spirtual tier to five years to break through to the next next made the development of book one feel pointless.
Basically he worked out for 5 years?
This was taken in a different direction from book 1. It doesnt touch on the aftermath of book one at all.
MC Felt like a smaller charachter from a plot standpoint in this book.
June 26, 2021
The quality is consistently high, at least in terms of plot. character and world-building.
If I can offer one piece of advice to the author... Dialogue is formatted like this:
Keep up the good work.
If I can offer one piece of advice to the author... Dialogue is formatted like this:
"Blah blah blah," charactername said adverbedly. He paused briefly and then continued, "Blah blah blah."There's no need for a line break at the end of every quotation mark.
Keep up the good work.
October 19, 2024
what a huge let down this was (spoilers)
The first book was good, not great but good I thought the second edition to the series would improve but it was a major downgrade. Majority of the story was the main character talking to baby animals that have for some reason been abandoned; the plot makes no sense. Why is he now a bird when in the first novel his azure lighting was represented as a snake? It’s so full of holes that it’s honestly annoyed me.
The first book was good, not great but good I thought the second edition to the series would improve but it was a major downgrade. Majority of the story was the main character talking to baby animals that have for some reason been abandoned; the plot makes no sense. Why is he now a bird when in the first novel his azure lighting was represented as a snake? It’s so full of holes that it’s honestly annoyed me.
June 25, 2017
It was ok....I guess
I found d the first book to be better than this one. Not a fan of the elemental beasts arc. Hopefully the author gets back to humans because the beast plot is boring
I found d the first book to be better than this one. Not a fan of the elemental beasts arc. Hopefully the author gets back to humans because the beast plot is boring
October 13, 2017
I read this book on wuxiaworld.
The continuation of a hero path that is already powerfull but has to grow a lot more. This is a different story, as the hero goes on it's own, to try to find himself, though he might not like what he's going to find.
The continuation of a hero path that is already powerfull but has to grow a lot more. This is a different story, as the hero goes on it's own, to try to find himself, though he might not like what he's going to find.
March 3, 2024
So cute
I love this introduction to the realm of beasts. The cute baby beasts are so precious. I'm glad the main character hasnt given up on caring for others. I never expected the main character to have beast lineage.
I love this introduction to the realm of beasts. The cute baby beasts are so precious. I'm glad the main character hasnt given up on caring for others. I never expected the main character to have beast lineage.
June 17, 2024
Great continuation
This was a real good development of the MC. With him developing feelings for others and opening his heart. However, the cliffhanger was upsetting. I wanted closure with the real villian.
This was a real good development of the MC. With him developing feelings for others and opening his heart. However, the cliffhanger was upsetting. I wanted closure with the real villian.
July 23, 2024
Well Written LitRPG
The story draws one in and keeps you ready from one chapter to another. I won’t lie the MC has too many God tier abilities. Just that he’s not powerful enough to make full use of them.
The story draws one in and keeps you ready from one chapter to another. I won’t lie the MC has too many God tier abilities. Just that he’s not powerful enough to make full use of them.
January 18, 2025
dissappointing
The 1st book was far much better. This 2nd book’s storyline is jumping around and the whole book is like the story of mowgli in disney cartoon. I lost my interest to read the next book.
The 1st book was far much better. This 2nd book’s storyline is jumping around and the whole book is like the story of mowgli in disney cartoon. I lost my interest to read the next book.
March 9, 2025
Good book
Very intense book I'm normally not a fan of stories that change characters and time lines erratically but the story was good and has me definitely interested in reading more
Very intense book I'm normally not a fan of stories that change characters and time lines erratically but the story was good and has me definitely interested in reading more
July 19, 2025
Really good.
Simply put. If you liked the first book, then you're probably going to like this one.
It is a bit more polished than the first one, with a compelling story. And, on top of that, there are cute critter characters.
Highly recommended.
Simply put. If you liked the first book, then you're probably going to like this one.
It is a bit more polished than the first one, with a compelling story. And, on top of that, there are cute critter characters.
Highly recommended.
August 2, 2025
We went Beast Mode on this one and not in a good way. Carlon's progression was the only thing keeping me reading, everything else i did not like. The ending brought back the two characters i loved from the first book so i will be reading the third book.
July 19, 2017
Found it to be lacking. The hole animal city / kingdom wasn't well executed . Though, it does get good towards the end, so much so. I had to buy book three.
August 20, 2017
Eh
Again the book tends to suffer from grandiose ideas and poor execution. The main character just seems to magically understand and use new, stronger abilities
Again the book tends to suffer from grandiose ideas and poor execution. The main character just seems to magically understand and use new, stronger abilities
January 3, 2019
Good Read
Definitely a good addition to the series, though I admit I enjoyed the first book more. Though I do plan to get the third book.
Definitely a good addition to the series, though I admit I enjoyed the first book more. Though I do plan to get the third book.
April 21, 2019
Disappointing?
I enjoyed the1st book so much that I had high hopes for this story but was greatly disappointed in this story nothing really exciting but a good story nonetheless
I enjoyed the1st book so much that I had high hopes for this story but was greatly disappointed in this story nothing really exciting but a good story nonetheless
May 11, 2019
Just wow
A great continuation of the first book. This one grabs u and won’t let go. Great character development and secrets revealed. Now on to book 3 .
A great continuation of the first book. This one grabs u and won’t let go. Great character development and secrets revealed. Now on to book 3 .
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June 12, 2023Amazing!
Fantastic book! I loved this book! Such amazing character development. I simply can not wait for the next book to come out!
Fantastic book! I loved this book! Such amazing character development. I simply can not wait for the next book to come out!
August 13, 2023
an exciting read.
Truly an exciting read. There are a certainly a bunch of angst filled trope, but an exciting read none the less.
Truly an exciting read. There are a certainly a bunch of angst filled trope, but an exciting read none the less.
September 4, 2023
Great book
Great book I can't wait to read the next book in the series I would recommend this author to anyone
Great book I can't wait to read the next book in the series I would recommend this author to anyone
September 6, 2023
Very good read
I enjoyed reading this book and I recommend this book to anyone who like LitRPG and progression type of books with lots of action and intriguing characters.
I enjoyed reading this book and I recommend this book to anyone who like LitRPG and progression type of books with lots of action and intriguing characters.
April 3, 2024
Is the target audience toddlers?
DNF at 5 %
I really hated the constant written animal sounds and was bored out of my mind..
DNF at 5 %
I really hated the constant written animal sounds and was bored out of my mind..
August 3, 2024
animal kingdom
This was a fun read but strange if you’re new to this genre just keep reading it is worth it
This was a fun read but strange if you’re new to this genre just keep reading it is worth it
April 23, 2025
Perfection
This series is pure gold. I have read each book in 10 hours and I'm sad there is only one book left.
This series is pure gold. I have read each book in 10 hours and I'm sad there is only one book left.
August 19, 2021
Uhh
Pretty good book, could use some editing though. Going to buy the next book in the series when it comes out.
Pretty good book, could use some editing though. Going to buy the next book in the series when it comes out.
September 22, 2016
Hella Awsome!!!
There are no words to express how freaking obsessed I have become with this story! Fantasy is one of my favorite genres of books & for me too be so enchanted by 'big brothers' life is a new level of awesome. There was never a point where I was loosing interest or not following the story. I definitely loved how I got to experience different POVs throughout both books & how that kind of filled in gaps in the story & added to the overall reader experience. Loved these first 2 books & can't wait for the third!!!!!!!
There are no words to express how freaking obsessed I have become with this story! Fantasy is one of my favorite genres of books & for me too be so enchanted by 'big brothers' life is a new level of awesome. There was never a point where I was loosing interest or not following the story. I definitely loved how I got to experience different POVs throughout both books & how that kind of filled in gaps in the story & added to the overall reader experience. Loved these first 2 books & can't wait for the third!!!!!!!
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