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Going Fourth: A Fairy Tale Farce
When Brian starts hearing an incredibly mean voice in his head, his attempts to get rid of it set him on an adventure through a fairy tale world he won't soon forget.
As it turns out, his voice is something called a Narra Torr, a bodyless storyteller from another world, and Brian is his Protagonist. Luckily for Brian, the Protagonist wants rid of him too. Journeying alongside the Cockney, a magical being who does not grant wishes, and a Princess that just wants to live her own life, Brian sets off on a journey to fix the Fourth Wall – the Wall that separates Brian's world from that of the Narra Torr's.
What adventures will they have? What disasters and triumphs will they find? Will Brian succeed in his goal of fixing the Fourth Wall? I'm not going to tell you. That would ruin the book.
As it turns out, his voice is something called a Narra Torr, a bodyless storyteller from another world, and Brian is his Protagonist. Luckily for Brian, the Protagonist wants rid of him too. Journeying alongside the Cockney, a magical being who does not grant wishes, and a Princess that just wants to live her own life, Brian sets off on a journey to fix the Fourth Wall – the Wall that separates Brian's world from that of the Narra Torr's.
What adventures will they have? What disasters and triumphs will they find? Will Brian succeed in his goal of fixing the Fourth Wall? I'm not going to tell you. That would ruin the book.
322 pages, Kindle Edition
First published April 4, 2024
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G.J. Dunn
5 books2 followersG. J. Dunn writes from a sofa in Leyland, UK. When not writing, he develops gene therapies, runs half marathons, and attempts to tire out his border collie, Belle. So far, he’s only succeeded with the first two.
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November 8, 2024
Shows Promise
Despite the usual Pratchett comparisons, this is more Tom Holt territory than Terry's. The fantasy starting point and the fairytale elements make it seem like a standard fantasy farce, but the story threads eventually twine together to make serious points and THAT's where it veers somewhat into Discworld territory. So. A little patchy - but, there again, so was Strata - and we all know how far Terry developed after that. Reasonably humorous, good character development, convincing dialogue, and enough original touches (I liked the Cockney genie) to make it good rainy-afternoon entertainment. The author seemed to be finding his own voice more towards the end, and I think the reverse-Narnia idea of having fantasy characters enter our world could profitably be developed.
Despite the usual Pratchett comparisons, this is more Tom Holt territory than Terry's. The fantasy starting point and the fairytale elements make it seem like a standard fantasy farce, but the story threads eventually twine together to make serious points and THAT's where it veers somewhat into Discworld territory. So. A little patchy - but, there again, so was Strata - and we all know how far Terry developed after that. Reasonably humorous, good character development, convincing dialogue, and enough original touches (I liked the Cockney genie) to make it good rainy-afternoon entertainment. The author seemed to be finding his own voice more towards the end, and I think the reverse-Narnia idea of having fantasy characters enter our world could profitably be developed.
January 6, 2025
Brilliantly Surprising
If you like to chortle, chuckle, snigger, or snicker or even plain guffaw with laughter as you read fantasy, this is the story for you. The extra bonus is the cleverly crafted plot that weaves two stories (or rather an inner voice and an outer series of events) into one tight, twisted, satisfying ah-hah.
The hero of the story is an unlikely character, someone no one expects much of, who falls from one fairy tale into another along his journey to escape from an inner voice. Not that he wanted to go on this adventure, but after all he is the main character and fate called or rather shouted at him.
Of course, he meets a princess, a giant and a dragon. But he also meets his nemesis … eventually … on the other side of a wall.
Super fun. I highly recommend it.
If you like to chortle, chuckle, snigger, or snicker or even plain guffaw with laughter as you read fantasy, this is the story for you. The extra bonus is the cleverly crafted plot that weaves two stories (or rather an inner voice and an outer series of events) into one tight, twisted, satisfying ah-hah.
The hero of the story is an unlikely character, someone no one expects much of, who falls from one fairy tale into another along his journey to escape from an inner voice. Not that he wanted to go on this adventure, but after all he is the main character and fate called or rather shouted at him.
Of course, he meets a princess, a giant and a dragon. But he also meets his nemesis … eventually … on the other side of a wall.
Super fun. I highly recommend it.
June 22, 2024
A light-hearted mini epic adventure which will suprise you and delight you. In the style of Tom Holt, you meet fairytale characters but not in the way you expect. An easy read where the pages fly by. Well worth a read.
January 12, 2025
A great comedic fantasy fairytale of a story with many appearances of beloved childhood fairytales but with a few twists. For me it felt like it had a bit of stardust type vibes but much more hilarious.
April 8, 2024
"Going Fourth" is a must read for fans of comic fantasy! This book won me over with its witty characters and a story that's both fast-paced and engaging. I loved it so much, I even grabbed the paperback after finishing the Kindle Version. Delivery for the paperback via Amazon was really quick which was brillant. Refreshingly fun adventure - highly recommend!
June 5, 2024
A very whimsical and silly light hearted fantasy book. It's easy to read and digest, with a fun plot concept and enjoyable twists.
April 19, 2024
I loved this comic fantasy book! A really great concept, that is well written and easy to follow. I have struggled with fantasy before, with difficult to pronounce names and difficult narratives, but this book is different. I loved the character development and the steady to fast pace of the story. Really made me laugh out loud at points. Well done to this young, new author and can't wait to read more from them!
December 11, 2024
An imaginative, escapist adventure that is both heart warming and laugh out loud funny. This book is a fun and easy read with brilliant characters taking you on an epic journey and offering a new twist on some classic fairytales. A perfect tale for anyone looking for a bit of feel good magic!
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