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Last Life #5
The Edges of Power
Having returned to Herouxville, capital of Vestonia, Max Renard has found himself drawn into the dangerous game of courtly intrigue.
King Carl III is ill and weakened by his wounds. This leads to tensions between the various princely parties at court. The struggle for influence inside the country is spilling over onto a whole new level. Carl III's foreign enemies are taking advantage of his weakness and ramping up their pressure.
The stakes are high, and Max has to find a delicate balance between his own personal interests and those of the powerful people in this new world. He'll have to use all the cunning and mastery at his disposal if he's going to raise his own profile and stay alive at the same time.
Besides that, Max has a powerful new enemy, one against whom the usual methods are useless. Max will have to remember everything he learned from his adoptive mother if he's going to win this fight.
King Carl III is ill and weakened by his wounds. This leads to tensions between the various princely parties at court. The struggle for influence inside the country is spilling over onto a whole new level. Carl III's foreign enemies are taking advantage of his weakness and ramping up their pressure.
The stakes are high, and Max has to find a delicate balance between his own personal interests and those of the powerful people in this new world. He'll have to use all the cunning and mastery at his disposal if he's going to raise his own profile and stay alive at the same time.
Besides that, Max has a powerful new enemy, one against whom the usual methods are useless. Max will have to remember everything he learned from his adoptive mother if he's going to win this fight.
437 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 14, 2024
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About the author
Alexey Osadchuk
46 books512 followersAlexey Osadchuk was born in 1979 in the Ukraine. In the late 1990s his family moved to the south of Spain where they still live today.
Alexey was an avid reader from an early age, devouring adventure novels by Edgar Rice Burroughs, Jack London and Arthur Conan Doyle. In 2010 he wrote his first fantasy novel which was immediately accepted for publication.
He also used to be a passionate online gamer which prompted him to write the story of a man who joins an MMORPG game hoping to raise money for his daughter’s heart surgery. The first book of Mirror World was published In 2013. The English translation of the series is now available on Amazon in its entirety, prompting a reviewer to call Alexey “one of the best LitRPG authors to date”.
Alexey was an avid reader from an early age, devouring adventure novels by Edgar Rice Burroughs, Jack London and Arthur Conan Doyle. In 2010 he wrote his first fantasy novel which was immediately accepted for publication.
He also used to be a passionate online gamer which prompted him to write the story of a man who joins an MMORPG game hoping to raise money for his daughter’s heart surgery. The first book of Mirror World was published In 2013. The English translation of the series is now available on Amazon in its entirety, prompting a reviewer to call Alexey “one of the best LitRPG authors to date”.
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February 6, 2024
This series continues to be enjoyable, providing a consistent experience from book to book. Any series that keeps me past book 4 has me for the full ride (with few exceptions), so I'm optimistic for the future.
Without going really epic fantasy deep into the politics, this series keeps things interesting. Despite the large number of players in the background, I usually remember everyone's name regardless of how long ago I read the previous entry in the series. This is a great mix of political intrigue and action.
I recently dropped an "action-packed" book because it couldn't maintain my interest. By comparison, this story is probably only 10-15% action scenes in the traditional sense. But as I mentioned in another review, to me, the pacing of a story relies more on how much disturbance was created rather than how many punches were thrown. By that standard, even a dialogue scene in this series often created waves of disturbance, leading to the rise and fall of various characters.
I really enjoy this series and can't wait for the next book!
Without going really epic fantasy deep into the politics, this series keeps things interesting. Despite the large number of players in the background, I usually remember everyone's name regardless of how long ago I read the previous entry in the series. This is a great mix of political intrigue and action.
I recently dropped an "action-packed" book because it couldn't maintain my interest. By comparison, this story is probably only 10-15% action scenes in the traditional sense. But as I mentioned in another review, to me, the pacing of a story relies more on how much disturbance was created rather than how many punches were thrown. By that standard, even a dialogue scene in this series often created waves of disturbance, leading to the rise and fall of various characters.
I really enjoy this series and can't wait for the next book!
February 3, 2024
While there were a few stretches of exposition, mostly about politics, I was otherwise fully absorbed by the story.
I like that the power progression is not focused solely on the protagonist but extends to a growing community/family surrounding him. By largely ignoring status/ego games Max is able to succeed despite poor odds.
I like that the power progression is not focused solely on the protagonist but extends to a growing community/family surrounding him. By largely ignoring status/ego games Max is able to succeed despite poor odds.
February 17, 2024
ABSOLUTELY
LOVE
THIS
SERIES.
Can't wait for book 6 in June!
LOVE
THIS
SERIES.
Can't wait for book 6 in June!
July 25, 2025
The Edges of Power (Last Life Book #5) by Alexey Osadchuk
Plot Summary
Protagonist Growth & Strategic Evolution
Reputation as Catalyst: Having returned from the North as a celebrated figure, Max now transitions from a wandering outsider into a political force—leveraging reputation to open doors.
Courtly Schemes & Moral Complexity: His motives are no longer purely survival or accumulation; Max learns that influence and power require subtle artistry, alliances, and occasional compromise.
Adoptive Lessons Applied: Confronting an enemy unscathed by brute force, Max deploys psychological insight, a testament to his upbringing and prior training.
Hybrid Strategist: He’s not only a fighter with magical abilities but also a strategist who can wield diplomacy, economics, and perception as tools.
Increased Stakes and Awareness: Max begins to see that advancing his power is not merely for personal gain—but also to balance broader social dynamics within a fragile kingdom.
Final Thoughts
The Edges of Power is a masterfully written blend of political chess, sharp progression fantasy, and character evolution. Returning to Herouxville, the capital of Vestonia, Max Renard steps into a world fraught with intrigue, loyalty shifts, and deadly gambits. A weakened King Carl III, recovering from grievous injury, becomes the pivot around which factions circle greedily—foreign powers, princely houses, and court insiders all jockeying for advantage.
The narrative excels at portraying a delicate balance between grand strategy and personal growth. Max navigates this web with cunning and calculated risk: from arranging dangerous alliances to manipulating public favor, every move matters. His enemy in this installment is uniquely resistant to conventional tactics, forcing Max to draw deeply from lessons imparted by his adoptive mother—tools of subtle manipulation and mental resilience.
Osadchuk’s world-building is rich and evolving—introducing magical resonants that deepen the lore, expanding the stakes beyond courtly drama. The blend of humor, tension, and political maneuvering keeps the pages turning, and the pacing remains consistently engaging even through intricate plotting.
Critically, the novel delivers on escalation without sacrificing coherence: Max’s rise in status doesn’t feel forced, and the supporting cast—from aristocrats to foreign envoys—each feels invested and consequential. For readers of political progression fantasy, this is top-tier execution.
Plot Summary
Protagonist Growth & Strategic Evolution
Reputation as Catalyst: Having returned from the North as a celebrated figure, Max now transitions from a wandering outsider into a political force—leveraging reputation to open doors.
Courtly Schemes & Moral Complexity: His motives are no longer purely survival or accumulation; Max learns that influence and power require subtle artistry, alliances, and occasional compromise.
Adoptive Lessons Applied: Confronting an enemy unscathed by brute force, Max deploys psychological insight, a testament to his upbringing and prior training.
Hybrid Strategist: He’s not only a fighter with magical abilities but also a strategist who can wield diplomacy, economics, and perception as tools.
Increased Stakes and Awareness: Max begins to see that advancing his power is not merely for personal gain—but also to balance broader social dynamics within a fragile kingdom.
Final Thoughts
The Edges of Power stands out as one of the most polished entries in the Last Life series so far. Rich in political nuance, strategic escalation, and character refinement, it transcends genre clichés. Max Renard evolves convincingly—from talented outsider to indispensable court player—while navigating moral ambiguity and escalating stakes.
For fans of progression fantasy who savor intelligence, intrigue, and world-building with real consequences, this book represents the pinnacle of the series. Minor quibbles—such as a sprawling cast that occasionally overwhelms—cannot dim its impact. Osadchuk cements his place among trusted craftsmanship in the genre.
Rating: ✨✨✨✨✨ (5/5 stars)
February 5, 2024
slower pace but worth it
Not as much action as we might’ve seen in some of the earlier books, but still, there was mystery, intrigue, and above all else a great story. The pacing is there. We naturally see the character develop although in this book, you see more of the world develop. This is a good thing because we need to know more about what’s going on around us. Don’t think that for one moment, this book won’t be entertaining. Oh, it is entertaining even without dramatic fight scenes, although there are some fights. Overall this book it’s as good as the last as good as the ones that come before them and if you follow this author, you know it’s worth it.
Message to the author
Spoilers ahead
I always write a note to the author in my reviews. I saw two or three grammatical errors in the book. Nothing major one time hair instead of heir and I forget the other ones. My only issue is I would love a synopsis at the beginning of your books. We are bouncing around between a lot of characters now, and just remembering wait, who’s this person whether they stand in this story would really help. No I didn’t find an issue with the lack of action in this book we only really had a few major fight scenes. Everything else was story. I thought that was great and expanded the world and I got to see a lot of plot going on, but some may complain about the lack of action. I have confidence that will be remedied in the next book. Speaking of the next book I hate to rush, great authors, but we love your work so the sooner we get it the better I do like how you weren’t afraid to tell us bad things happen the end with the little witch that was great, and let us know that people exist in this world, but we are several books into the story I would like to see more of them, and get a better understanding of what is the shadow exactly. I’m certain you have all that planned out but as a reader of the series, we just would like a little bit more detail about what’s going on here, the really big movers and shakers, who probably haven’t even made themselves known yet.
Not as much action as we might’ve seen in some of the earlier books, but still, there was mystery, intrigue, and above all else a great story. The pacing is there. We naturally see the character develop although in this book, you see more of the world develop. This is a good thing because we need to know more about what’s going on around us. Don’t think that for one moment, this book won’t be entertaining. Oh, it is entertaining even without dramatic fight scenes, although there are some fights. Overall this book it’s as good as the last as good as the ones that come before them and if you follow this author, you know it’s worth it.
Message to the author
Spoilers ahead
I always write a note to the author in my reviews. I saw two or three grammatical errors in the book. Nothing major one time hair instead of heir and I forget the other ones. My only issue is I would love a synopsis at the beginning of your books. We are bouncing around between a lot of characters now, and just remembering wait, who’s this person whether they stand in this story would really help. No I didn’t find an issue with the lack of action in this book we only really had a few major fight scenes. Everything else was story. I thought that was great and expanded the world and I got to see a lot of plot going on, but some may complain about the lack of action. I have confidence that will be remedied in the next book. Speaking of the next book I hate to rush, great authors, but we love your work so the sooner we get it the better I do like how you weren’t afraid to tell us bad things happen the end with the little witch that was great, and let us know that people exist in this world, but we are several books into the story I would like to see more of them, and get a better understanding of what is the shadow exactly. I’m certain you have all that planned out but as a reader of the series, we just would like a little bit more detail about what’s going on here, the really big movers and shakers, who probably haven’t even made themselves known yet.
February 1, 2024
an amazing read
I read book 5 and I have the same amount of excitement that I did readying the first book and this rarely happens for me. I’m loving the fact that we continue to learn new things about the world and it’s magic as the world building expands. I can’t wait to see what book 6 holds
I read book 5 and I have the same amount of excitement that I did readying the first book and this rarely happens for me. I’m loving the fact that we continue to learn new things about the world and it’s magic as the world building expands. I can’t wait to see what book 6 holds
February 5, 2024
One Of My Favorite Series
Renard has just come back to his home country after having won the games in the North. Society in the Capital regards him as a hero. Betrothels, battles of wits, physical battles, rise in status ensue. I like the action, humor, and intrigue. I look forward to a new book.
Renard has just come back to his home country after having won the games in the North. Society in the Capital regards him as a hero. Betrothels, battles of wits, physical battles, rise in status ensue. I like the action, humor, and intrigue. I look forward to a new book.
February 2, 2024
Excellent!
I am really growing to like Max. More and more, the devious, intelligent, and charismatic main character is becoming one of my favorite MCs of all time. This book, like all of the others in the series, is exceptional, engaging, and doesn't slow down once. Can't wait for the next book in the series.
I am really growing to like Max. More and more, the devious, intelligent, and charismatic main character is becoming one of my favorite MCs of all time. This book, like all of the others in the series, is exceptional, engaging, and doesn't slow down once. Can't wait for the next book in the series.
January 25, 2024
Politics. Politics. Politics. I enjoyed the story and love the MC, but I will be glad when we get back to more action and adventure outside of the court. Definitely headed that way next so I am looking forward to it.
April 4, 2025
“The Edges of Power,” the 5th installment in Alexey Osadchuk’s "Last Life" series, released in 2024 and narrated with finesse by Ryan Burke, is a masterful plunge into a world where magic and political intrigue collide with breathtaking intensity. This audiobook follows Max Renard, a reincarnated soul navigating the treacherous courts of Vestonia, as he grapples with escalating stakes that threaten his survival and ambitions. Osadchuk crafts a narrative that’s both a slow-burn chess match and a pulse-pounding adventure, cementing this series as a standout in progression fantasy, while Burke’s narration amplifies every tense whisper and roaring clash.
The story thrusts Max back into Herouxville, Vestonia’s opulent yet perilous capital, where King Carl III’s failing health has ignited a powder keg of rivalries among the princely factions. Foreign enemies circle like vultures, exploiting the kingdom’s instability, and Max finds himself ensnared in a web of courtly intrigue that demands every ounce of his cunning. A key highlight is his confrontation with a mysterious new adversary, a foe immune to conventional tactics, forcing Max to dig into lessons from his adoptive mother - skills from a past life that blend guile with grit. This dynamic adds a thrilling layer to his character, showcasing his evolution from a scrappy outsider to a player who can hold his own against the elite.
Osadchuk’s world-building shines as he unveils the “resonants,” enigmatic artifacts tied to the kingdom’s deeper mysteries, enriching the lore without bogging down the pace. The court scenes crackle with tension - every conversation a duel of wits, every alliance a gamble. A standout moment comes during a clandestine meeting where Max turns a potential trap into an opportunity, his sharp dialogue cutting through the pomp like a blade. Yet, the audiobook isn’t all shadow and strategy; Osadchuk peppers in wry humor, like Max’s sardonic take on a bumbling noble, offering brief respite amid the storm.
Ryan Burke’s narration is a triumph, his versatile voice weaving seamlessly between Max’s steely resolve, the oily charm of scheming aristocrats, and the gruff tones of battle-hardened allies. His pacing mirrors the story’s rhythm - deliberate in the quiet machinations, urgent in the explosive skirmishes - making the 9-hour runtime fly by. Burke’s ability to imbue each character with distinct flair ensures the sprawling cast never blurs together, a feat that elevates the listening experience to cinematic heights.
“The Edges of Power” is a testament to tight plotting and immersive delivery. It’s not without minor stumbles - the sheer number of players can occasionally overwhelm, and a few threads dangle unresolved - but these hardly dim its brilliance. This audiobook is a feast for fans of intricate fantasy, blending political drama with magical flair, and leaving you itching for Max’s next move. Osadchuk and Burke have forged a gem that’s as thought-provoking as it is thrilling.
The story thrusts Max back into Herouxville, Vestonia’s opulent yet perilous capital, where King Carl III’s failing health has ignited a powder keg of rivalries among the princely factions. Foreign enemies circle like vultures, exploiting the kingdom’s instability, and Max finds himself ensnared in a web of courtly intrigue that demands every ounce of his cunning. A key highlight is his confrontation with a mysterious new adversary, a foe immune to conventional tactics, forcing Max to dig into lessons from his adoptive mother - skills from a past life that blend guile with grit. This dynamic adds a thrilling layer to his character, showcasing his evolution from a scrappy outsider to a player who can hold his own against the elite.
Osadchuk’s world-building shines as he unveils the “resonants,” enigmatic artifacts tied to the kingdom’s deeper mysteries, enriching the lore without bogging down the pace. The court scenes crackle with tension - every conversation a duel of wits, every alliance a gamble. A standout moment comes during a clandestine meeting where Max turns a potential trap into an opportunity, his sharp dialogue cutting through the pomp like a blade. Yet, the audiobook isn’t all shadow and strategy; Osadchuk peppers in wry humor, like Max’s sardonic take on a bumbling noble, offering brief respite amid the storm.
Ryan Burke’s narration is a triumph, his versatile voice weaving seamlessly between Max’s steely resolve, the oily charm of scheming aristocrats, and the gruff tones of battle-hardened allies. His pacing mirrors the story’s rhythm - deliberate in the quiet machinations, urgent in the explosive skirmishes - making the 9-hour runtime fly by. Burke’s ability to imbue each character with distinct flair ensures the sprawling cast never blurs together, a feat that elevates the listening experience to cinematic heights.
“The Edges of Power” is a testament to tight plotting and immersive delivery. It’s not without minor stumbles - the sheer number of players can occasionally overwhelm, and a few threads dangle unresolved - but these hardly dim its brilliance. This audiobook is a feast for fans of intricate fantasy, blending political drama with magical flair, and leaving you itching for Max’s next move. Osadchuk and Burke have forged a gem that’s as thought-provoking as it is thrilling.
January 25, 2024
I received a review copy of this book.
The Edges of Power is the fifth book in this series, and boy is it a duesy. Max plans masterfully to solve all kinds of issues, not just for himself, but for plenty of others as well. He's spending money like crazy, winning duals, and causing no end of consternation to his supposed relatives. The end of the book brings it all together masterfully. This is a series you don't want to miss if you're a fan of political intrigue (I am not), but it's also an excellent book for those LitRPG fans who really really like to see the little guy stick it to all of those who deserve it. And, the next book looks like the trend continues in the same vein. I can't wait to read those too.
The Edges of Power is the fifth book in this series, and boy is it a duesy. Max plans masterfully to solve all kinds of issues, not just for himself, but for plenty of others as well. He's spending money like crazy, winning duals, and causing no end of consternation to his supposed relatives. The end of the book brings it all together masterfully. This is a series you don't want to miss if you're a fan of political intrigue (I am not), but it's also an excellent book for those LitRPG fans who really really like to see the little guy stick it to all of those who deserve it. And, the next book looks like the trend continues in the same vein. I can't wait to read those too.
February 2, 2024
Just gets better and better
Max returns to Herouxville from his northern adventure with wagons of riches and several new deadly companions. Herouxville is a massive web of intrigue and schemes and there are fortunes to be made and Max has his finger in many pies , his personal power and development continues at an accelerated pace and his uncle Heinrich stupidly ignores all advise and finds he's not as smart as he thought he was , there is an important revelation about Verenes true identity and Max draws the attention of the "first born" , Max also draws the attention of the wounded king and his jester and the reward he gets for his loyalty in the North isn't quite what he had hoped but might very well make him the most powerful man in the country if he can grasp and control it.
Max returns to Herouxville from his northern adventure with wagons of riches and several new deadly companions. Herouxville is a massive web of intrigue and schemes and there are fortunes to be made and Max has his finger in many pies , his personal power and development continues at an accelerated pace and his uncle Heinrich stupidly ignores all advise and finds he's not as smart as he thought he was , there is an important revelation about Verenes true identity and Max draws the attention of the "first born" , Max also draws the attention of the wounded king and his jester and the reward he gets for his loyalty in the North isn't quite what he had hoped but might very well make him the most powerful man in the country if he can grasp and control it.
September 16, 2024
Worst editing/translation ever. Good story though.
I was recently gifted the audiobook version of the series and boy it feels different than reading the story. For whatever reason; every other sentence starts with "By the way".
By the way...By the way...By the way...By the way...By the way...By the way...By the way...By the way...
It was madaning to listen to that. I had to mentally ignore "By the way..." while listening to story. It felt like the author was having a conversation with the reader/listener rather than writing the story normally.
Alas, that is the risk for reading Russian translation. Oddly enough, it reads like 1800 french melodrama. The story is not bad, but there is a whole lot of weird interconnetingvity between the main character and every other important characters in the series.
By the way...I think the author needs a new editor.
I was recently gifted the audiobook version of the series and boy it feels different than reading the story. For whatever reason; every other sentence starts with "By the way".
By the way...By the way...By the way...By the way...By the way...By the way...By the way...By the way...
It was madaning to listen to that. I had to mentally ignore "By the way..." while listening to story. It felt like the author was having a conversation with the reader/listener rather than writing the story normally.
Alas, that is the risk for reading Russian translation. Oddly enough, it reads like 1800 french melodrama. The story is not bad, but there is a whole lot of weird interconnetingvity between the main character and every other important characters in the series.
By the way...I think the author needs a new editor.
July 25, 2025
Still fun and crazily inventive with the same great narration, though this one veers into breaking the suspension of disbelief even more than previous installments. On the other hand, the energy of the tale carries one till the end - the last few chapters with the ball were extremely entertaining and among the best in the series - and there are lots of cool scenes and character interactions. Max puts his house in order and gets a title, so now he has to earn it on the battlefield, of course, it is where we go next.
Lots of fun as long as you do not think too deeply about the tale but let it carry you on its energy and superb inventiveness.
Lots of fun as long as you do not think too deeply about the tale but let it carry you on its energy and superb inventiveness.
February 6, 2024
Great!
Finally, some enemies get neutralized while the protagonist makes new ones.
I found Kiko once again to be the most intriguing character.
Chapter XII was a bit of a mess though as it starts with one plot, gives a huge (rather misplaced) infodump, and goes back to the first pressing plot..
Sadly, the report errors/mistakes seems to have been removed and i found no way to contact the author to improve the quality and remove multiple translation errors (for example the gay betrothal of a prince was dynastically interesting)...
Finally, some enemies get neutralized while the protagonist makes new ones.
I found Kiko once again to be the most intriguing character.
Chapter XII was a bit of a mess though as it starts with one plot, gives a huge (rather misplaced) infodump, and goes back to the first pressing plot..
Sadly, the report errors/mistakes seems to have been removed and i found no way to contact the author to improve the quality and remove multiple translation errors (for example the gay betrothal of a prince was dynastically interesting)...
March 21, 2024
can’t beat this series
Can’t beat this series and this one was also great. I’m now waiting for the next book ugh. I’m reading 5 different series now and this one is tied with 1 other for the best in a long time. I like the interplay, smattering of political intrigue, use of different characters, mc being very strong and having various strengths, intelligent, and there is the hint of romance to come but if anything to make this better would be to get somewhere with the romance; not romantic but some relationship stuff.
Can’t beat this series and this one was also great. I’m now waiting for the next book ugh. I’m reading 5 different series now and this one is tied with 1 other for the best in a long time. I like the interplay, smattering of political intrigue, use of different characters, mc being very strong and having various strengths, intelligent, and there is the hint of romance to come but if anything to make this better would be to get somewhere with the romance; not romantic but some relationship stuff.
February 2, 2024
Movie in a book
I have read thousands of books and have no need to lie. I am a addict and proud to be a book feign. But this author stories should be made into movies as written. Thank you sir for weaving a delightful tale of excitement. You are a "WORDSMITH" (wordsmtye). https://www.merriam-webster.com/dicti.... Thank you for giving us a true gift.
I have read thousands of books and have no need to lie. I am a addict and proud to be a book feign. But this author stories should be made into movies as written. Thank you sir for weaving a delightful tale of excitement. You are a "WORDSMITH" (wordsmtye). https://www.merriam-webster.com/dicti.... Thank you for giving us a true gift.
February 3, 2024
One of the most enjoyable series!
Alexey must have a very good translator and editor. This is much better written than the some of the drivel I am ashamed to admit I read. And I really enjoy the setting of the tale, freely borrowing from the age of French nobility with all the court machinations that implies, merged many magical and fairy tale traditions. To survive Max must be potent magically, physically, and most importantly, mentally. He is a real schemer!
Alexey must have a very good translator and editor. This is much better written than the some of the drivel I am ashamed to admit I read. And I really enjoy the setting of the tale, freely borrowing from the age of French nobility with all the court machinations that implies, merged many magical and fairy tale traditions. To survive Max must be potent magically, physically, and most importantly, mentally. He is a real schemer!
February 8, 2024
The only thing that I don’t like about this book that it’s ended. Each book in this series should have been a 800 page book and I would have read them without taking a break. The Last Life series was the highlight of 2023 for me in terms of fantasy books and the author has become one of my favourite authors immediately. I sincerely thank Alexey Osadchuk for making a fantasy series with full of wit and excitement, which apparently fantasy genre lack immensely as of late.
February 17, 2024
Better with time
I greatly enjoyed the latest addition to this tale of Power and politics. I appreciate the MCs progression of power as he indulges in intrigues he manages to pull of with aplomb. The world building is amazing and I love the myths built into the system. When I first picked up this book, I had no idea it would hook me in so tightly. I can never guess what will happen next. I just know Max will find a way! Can't wait for the next book to keep me guessing.
I greatly enjoyed the latest addition to this tale of Power and politics. I appreciate the MCs progression of power as he indulges in intrigues he manages to pull of with aplomb. The world building is amazing and I love the myths built into the system. When I first picked up this book, I had no idea it would hook me in so tightly. I can never guess what will happen next. I just know Max will find a way! Can't wait for the next book to keep me guessing.
March 29, 2024
Non stop adventure
I have been reading all his work for the past 2 weeks. Its been a world wind of fun and adventure. Makes my day filled with laughter and smiles. I feel like the book has non stop action all the way and everytime i read its just give you enough idea on how the current situation and image would look like in your head. Great read but too short for 8 usd book i guess
I have been reading all his work for the past 2 weeks. Its been a world wind of fun and adventure. Makes my day filled with laughter and smiles. I feel like the book has non stop action all the way and everytime i read its just give you enough idea on how the current situation and image would look like in your head. Great read but too short for 8 usd book i guess
July 2, 2024
Man, still the good slop of cliches and bad writing I have enjoyed so far.
There is nothing new. Max still gets away with everything, his enemies are defeates seamlessly, many times without any imput from him, and still in the same faceslaping journey since the first chapter.
What I can say is that Max no longer suck his dick so hard with every sentence, which makes the story far more enjoyable, and the politics seem to be going interesting for the next books. Let us hope.
There is nothing new. Max still gets away with everything, his enemies are defeates seamlessly, many times without any imput from him, and still in the same faceslaping journey since the first chapter.
What I can say is that Max no longer suck his dick so hard with every sentence, which makes the story far more enjoyable, and the politics seem to be going interesting for the next books. Let us hope.
August 21, 2024
Oh, this was good. Even better than the previous volume. Because this one ended with a huge bang and Max crushing his opponents - at least for now. That was so great. I love that Max is getting stronger and stronger, both in his own powers and in his manpower, his people - both human and not - are all so wonderfully loyal to him and not because of his money but because of who he is and how he treats them. This series is so satisfying and on so many levels!
July 10, 2025
The Edges of Power continues the upward trend of the Last Life series with higher stakes and even more political maneuvering. The battles are bigger, the world feels more dangerous, and the main character's rise to power feels both earned and risky.
It’s still entertaining, but the cast is getting large enough that it’s easy to lose track of who's who. If you’ve made it this far, you’re in deep—and this book does a good job rewarding that commitment.
It’s still entertaining, but the cast is getting large enough that it’s easy to lose track of who's who. If you’ve made it this far, you’re in deep—and this book does a good job rewarding that commitment.
February 2, 2024
Possible the best book in the series so far
My only downside for this book is that I wish it were much longer. The main character is finally getting politically and magically powerful and making important moves. I like how he’s always got a plan and everyone else is a pawn to it. Also, it feels so good to have all these stuck up noble idiots get what’s coming to them.
My only downside for this book is that I wish it were much longer. The main character is finally getting politically and magically powerful and making important moves. I like how he’s always got a plan and everyone else is a pawn to it. Also, it feels so good to have all these stuck up noble idiots get what’s coming to them.
February 16, 2024
Good story but poor editing
I enjoyed the story and the characters, and the continuation of the plot from the first four novels. However, there are frequent misspellings, missing words, and even switching the names of some of the characters. This book definitely needs better editing and I can’t give it five stars.
I enjoyed the story and the characters, and the continuation of the plot from the first four novels. However, there are frequent misspellings, missing words, and even switching the names of some of the characters. This book definitely needs better editing and I can’t give it five stars.
June 29, 2024
Good luck to Maxs enemies they'll need it
In which Max settles old scores and makes new enemies.
I kinda pity the people who think they have Max under their thumb. I also pity those who think joining hands together to defeat him will work.
My favourite Chevalier is moving up the ladder , I look forward to more adventures.
In which Max settles old scores and makes new enemies.
I kinda pity the people who think they have Max under their thumb. I also pity those who think joining hands together to defeat him will work.
My favourite Chevalier is moving up the ladder , I look forward to more adventures.
April 27, 2025
I love the plotting
The most captivating part of this series is Dodger's inherent devious and plotting personality. I'm surprised at the public reveal, but it served multiple purposes. I enjoy each new first-born we are meeting. I'm curious how Max will be able to manage his ever growing domains.
The most captivating part of this series is Dodger's inherent devious and plotting personality. I'm surprised at the public reveal, but it served multiple purposes. I enjoy each new first-born we are meeting. I'm curious how Max will be able to manage his ever growing domains.
May 18, 2025
After finishing Book 5, I just realized how all the antagonists—or anyone who opposes the main protagonist—suddenly become incompetent. Like, how does a king’s advisor or jester confront the MC and act like a dumb bith? Seriously, how?! Anyway, I’ve DNF’ed this series for now. Might pick it back up if I’m ever bored enough.*
February 2, 2024
Great reincarnation story, start with book 1!
This series has been on my always purchase list for awhile now and this book further cements its place there. Love the action, the intrigue is AMAZING, and I love the politics and Max’s steadily rising position in society.
This series has been on my always purchase list for awhile now and this book further cements its place there. Love the action, the intrigue is AMAZING, and I love the politics and Max’s steadily rising position in society.
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