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First Necromancer #1
First Necromancer Book One
In just seven days, the world will crumble. The System's Descent will usher in a new era of wild animals mutating, monstrous creatures emerging, and the cessation of modern technology. Humanity will be left defenseless.Drew Wright knows none of this. At least not until he is rudely ripped from his bed and thrust into a white room to undergo a taser-happy ‘Tutorial’. Turns out, he is one of a thousand randomly selected people to be forewarned of the approaching apocalypse. Now he faces the delightful task of convincing his wife and mother of the devastation hurtling towards them.As the System’s Descent draws near, Drew scrambles to prep supplies, fortify his home, and drag his elderly, TV-addicted mother away from her ‘shows’ long enough to listen to him. With monsters knocking at the door, the question becomes; how far is Drew willing to go to save those closest to him?The dead rise to combat the encroaching darkness as Drew Wright taps into the only power that might save his loved ones, becoming Earth’s first Necromancer.
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Published April 7, 2024
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April 27, 2024
It started off great but went off the rails quickly. So many illogical things begin piling up after it started off very realistic. System initiation is supposed to make guns no longer work, except his guns are fine while the neighbors die because there’s don’t? Struggling to track goblins with a tracking skill when they have an intelligent German freaking Shepard that can talk with them? What idiot wouldn’t ask the dog to track the hoard of freaking stinky little monsters by scent instead of stumbling around trying to interpret tracks?
I ignored the illogical moments creeping up to chapter 29, but it’s just too stupid to continue.
I ignored the illogical moments creeping up to chapter 29, but it’s just too stupid to continue.
November 10, 2024
I think the author borrowed from a few books... Primal Hunter, Buymort, Be ware of Chicken, Dungeon Core Online, The Fortifier, Defiance of the Fall, and Randidly Ghosthound It's almost like the author or writers (bunch of authors at Portal Books) plugged in their favorite parts or quirky bits bits from other FAMOUS series to connect with the readers.
Lmao, the author probably takes the short bus every day. A veteran who's a complete pushover and NAIIIIIIVE to boot, especially when the apocalypse hits is UTTERLY laughable. 🤣🤣🤣 OH, and he is PACIFIST. Even a soldier from motor pool or a desk jockey would have more sense than Robert.
If that wasn't enough God's CHOSEN is first shown to be OP, then trained by vallkyrie, advances to next evolution, has been given armor and weapons, by the goddess, but gets his ass handed to him by a big bore and needs others to defeat the beast??? Yeah, OK! Then, he needs support from his NOOB level civis to stand to what 10 or 15 odd corrupt TOWN COUNCIL?? it was a town 300 before the system. It can't have more than 10% of the population in government. After goblins and other beasts killed a bunch of people, he wants more than 32 people to come help him rescue a single man. Lmao Absolutely pathetic for an litrpg.
Lost 2 stars coz of that
Lmao, the author probably takes the short bus every day. A veteran who's a complete pushover and NAIIIIIIVE to boot, especially when the apocalypse hits is UTTERLY laughable. 🤣🤣🤣 OH, and he is PACIFIST. Even a soldier from motor pool or a desk jockey would have more sense than Robert.
If that wasn't enough God's CHOSEN is first shown to be OP, then trained by vallkyrie, advances to next evolution, has been given armor and weapons, by the goddess, but gets his ass handed to him by a big bore and needs others to defeat the beast??? Yeah, OK! Then, he needs support from his NOOB level civis to stand to what 10 or 15 odd corrupt TOWN COUNCIL?? it was a town 300 before the system. It can't have more than 10% of the population in government. After goblins and other beasts killed a bunch of people, he wants more than 32 people to come help him rescue a single man. Lmao Absolutely pathetic for an litrpg.
Lost 2 stars coz of that
June 3, 2024
Not great.
Inconsistent characterization, poor internal consistency, a display of parental abuse that's played off as a joke, borderline plagiarism from other works, humour that fell completely flat for me (fart jokes? Really?), and a main character who alternatively is supposed to have immense potential but is also very stupid.
There is a TON of elements that are basically identical to those in other prog. fantasy books. Like 80% of the world-building in this book was almost exactly copied from other stories.
Yeah, hitting your children with shoes/spoons is not funny, it's abuse.
2/5
Inconsistent characterization, poor internal consistency, a display of parental abuse that's played off as a joke, borderline plagiarism from other works, humour that fell completely flat for me (fart jokes? Really?), and a main character who alternatively is supposed to have immense potential but is also very stupid.
There is a TON of elements that are basically identical to those in other prog. fantasy books. Like 80% of the world-building in this book was almost exactly copied from other stories.
Yeah, hitting your children with shoes/spoons is not funny, it's abuse.
2/5
April 14, 2024
Enjoyed it
A very good first book.
However, it was very (very) obvious that the author had read The Primal Hunter by Zogarth before he started writing his book. While there is no plagiarism, this book utilized a lot of concepts that made me immediately think of The Primal Hunter.
From the MC finding himself in an all white room with two chairs and an entity to help him, being a progenitor, to earth starting at a lower grade than normal because there was no mana on earth, to having a Primordial god take an interest in him and getting a unique profession because of it, casually talking to said god for advice, all gods starting out as humans and leveling up, MC with no strong belief in gods and not going to worship said god, growing his “city” by helping others, getting a pillar of civilization, etc. I did enjoy the nod towards the naming of their city. They mentioned the name Haven (TPH’s city), but rejected it as too boring. They went with Sanctuary, which got rejected in TPH.
If you are a fan of TPH you may find yourself mentally ticking off the similarities as you progress through the story. Because this story is unique enough on its own, I found it amusing.
There was some focus on those who found the integration of earth to the multiverse at odds with their religious beliefs. Considering this story takes place in Oklahoma, I thought it was realistic that this would be an issue for many people and while religion is not my favorite thing to read about it fit in with the story and location.
I look forward to the next book.
A very good first book.
However, it was very (very) obvious that the author had read The Primal Hunter by Zogarth before he started writing his book. While there is no plagiarism, this book utilized a lot of concepts that made me immediately think of The Primal Hunter.
From the MC finding himself in an all white room with two chairs and an entity to help him, being a progenitor, to earth starting at a lower grade than normal because there was no mana on earth, to having a Primordial god take an interest in him and getting a unique profession because of it, casually talking to said god for advice, all gods starting out as humans and leveling up, MC with no strong belief in gods and not going to worship said god, growing his “city” by helping others, getting a pillar of civilization, etc. I did enjoy the nod towards the naming of their city. They mentioned the name Haven (TPH’s city), but rejected it as too boring. They went with Sanctuary, which got rejected in TPH.
If you are a fan of TPH you may find yourself mentally ticking off the similarities as you progress through the story. Because this story is unique enough on its own, I found it amusing.
There was some focus on those who found the integration of earth to the multiverse at odds with their religious beliefs. Considering this story takes place in Oklahoma, I thought it was realistic that this would be an issue for many people and while religion is not my favorite thing to read about it fit in with the story and location.
I look forward to the next book.
May 2, 2024
A lot of good ideas...not some original and overextended/repetitve sometimes. This is a fun book, but this is not a necromancer...Drew is a Death Knight from World of Warcraft. I enjoyed the reading and hope a increasing in quality in the writing for the next books of this author.
April 14, 2024
This is very slow.
The first third is all set up, and it is very boring. Once the story gets going it just hits all the very obvious plot lines. I've ready several books with berry similar storylines that were much better.
The first third is all set up, and it is very boring. Once the story gets going it just hits all the very obvious plot lines. I've ready several books with berry similar storylines that were much better.
May 7, 2024
Got bogged down
To much religion in this book, Robert is a fanatic, Drew is idiot and his wife is the same!! His friend is a coward and a idiot. Just way to much religion and talking.. After he got out of the dungeon everything just stopped!! Waste of time on this book
To much religion in this book, Robert is a fanatic, Drew is idiot and his wife is the same!! His friend is a coward and a idiot. Just way to much religion and talking.. After he got out of the dungeon everything just stopped!! Waste of time on this book
May 27, 2024
Interesting take
Direct reference to several other lit R PG books. As well as nearly direct pulls from story elements. I found the story overall enjoyable, so I will be reading the next volume. I could not give it a five-star rating because there were not enough unique elements.
Direct reference to several other lit R PG books. As well as nearly direct pulls from story elements. I found the story overall enjoyable, so I will be reading the next volume. I could not give it a five-star rating because there were not enough unique elements.
May 5, 2024
ham-handed
The prose is good.
This is too much like fanfic of LitRPG for me. Plus the author seems to be working out their family issues.
Then there are the logic failures: Electricity doesn’t work so no cars, but an older truck works (umm…even the Model T had a magneto to provide spark); ‘AR’ firearm doesn’t work, but lever action rifle does (because…handwavium?).
This is not a well-developed fiction. Some events are so poorly inserted, poorly supported…why exactly is the mother necessary for a meeting about sword-fighting training? She’s old, difficult, usually high, and…oh yeah, HAS A CASTING CLASS WITH HER VERY OWN TANK SUMMONS. But I guess the MC should make sure she knows about the dawn sword fighting class.
I kept trying. People said it was good. They lied.
DNF 67%
The prose is good.
This is too much like fanfic of LitRPG for me. Plus the author seems to be working out their family issues.
Then there are the logic failures: Electricity doesn’t work so no cars, but an older truck works (umm…even the Model T had a magneto to provide spark); ‘AR’ firearm doesn’t work, but lever action rifle does (because…handwavium?).
This is not a well-developed fiction. Some events are so poorly inserted, poorly supported…why exactly is the mother necessary for a meeting about sword-fighting training? She’s old, difficult, usually high, and…oh yeah, HAS A CASTING CLASS WITH HER VERY OWN TANK SUMMONS. But I guess the MC should make sure she knows about the dawn sword fighting class.
I kept trying. People said it was good. They lied.
DNF 67%
August 29, 2025
First Necromancer: Book One is a solid start to what promises to be an engaging LitRPG series. Coldfang89 delivers a story packed with humor, adventure, and a satisfying dose of character-driven storytelling, all set against the backdrop of a system-driven world that feels fresh yet familiar to fans of the genre.
The book’s greatest strength lies in its humor, which is woven seamlessly into the narrative. The jokes are sharp, the timing impeccable, and the banter between characters never feels forced. Spock, the irreverent and endlessly entertaining sidekick, steals the show. Whether he’s tossing out sarcastic quips or playing an unexpectedly crucial role in the plot, Spock consistently brings energy and wit to every scene he’s in. He’s the kind of character you can’t help but root for, even when he’s pushing boundaries or getting the protagonist into trouble.
The action sequences, particularly those involving massive beasts, are hit-or-miss. On the one hand, they deliver the adrenaline rush you’d expect from LitRPG combat, complete with system notifications and leveling milestones. On the other, these fights often feel too straightforward, resolving a bit too quickly or lacking the layered strategy that could make them truly memorable. This is a minor quibble, but one worth noting for readers who love intricate battles in their gaming-inspired fiction.
Where the book truly excels is in its audiobook format, thanks to Christian J. Gilliland’s stellar narration. His voice work brings the characters to life, capturing their personalities with precision and adding depth to their interactions. Gilliland’s ability to convey humor, tension, and emotion keeps the listener hooked, making the audiobook an excellent way to experience the story.
First Necromancer: Book One might not reinvent the wheel when it comes to LitRPG, but it delivers exactly what fans of the genre are looking for: a fun, fast-paced adventure with a likable cast, an engaging system, and plenty of laughs along the way. The humor, combined with Spock’s undeniable charm and a narrator who knows how to enhance the material, makes this an enjoyable read (or listen) that’s worth picking up—even if the combat could use a bit more depth. Fans of LitRPG with a taste for humor-driven storytelling will find plenty to enjoy here, and it leaves just enough loose threads to make you want to see where the story goes next.
The book’s greatest strength lies in its humor, which is woven seamlessly into the narrative. The jokes are sharp, the timing impeccable, and the banter between characters never feels forced. Spock, the irreverent and endlessly entertaining sidekick, steals the show. Whether he’s tossing out sarcastic quips or playing an unexpectedly crucial role in the plot, Spock consistently brings energy and wit to every scene he’s in. He’s the kind of character you can’t help but root for, even when he’s pushing boundaries or getting the protagonist into trouble.
The action sequences, particularly those involving massive beasts, are hit-or-miss. On the one hand, they deliver the adrenaline rush you’d expect from LitRPG combat, complete with system notifications and leveling milestones. On the other, these fights often feel too straightforward, resolving a bit too quickly or lacking the layered strategy that could make them truly memorable. This is a minor quibble, but one worth noting for readers who love intricate battles in their gaming-inspired fiction.
Where the book truly excels is in its audiobook format, thanks to Christian J. Gilliland’s stellar narration. His voice work brings the characters to life, capturing their personalities with precision and adding depth to their interactions. Gilliland’s ability to convey humor, tension, and emotion keeps the listener hooked, making the audiobook an excellent way to experience the story.
First Necromancer: Book One might not reinvent the wheel when it comes to LitRPG, but it delivers exactly what fans of the genre are looking for: a fun, fast-paced adventure with a likable cast, an engaging system, and plenty of laughs along the way. The humor, combined with Spock’s undeniable charm and a narrator who knows how to enhance the material, makes this an enjoyable read (or listen) that’s worth picking up—even if the combat could use a bit more depth. Fans of LitRPG with a taste for humor-driven storytelling will find plenty to enjoy here, and it leaves just enough loose threads to make you want to see where the story goes next.
August 11, 2025
Building a story instead of rushing it
I was hesitant to buy this series as it didn't seem like something i'd enjoy due to the reviews. While I didn't really care about the religious debate the MC isn't really a religious person so it isn't like it's forcing it's views on anyone. It's more the MC in the south where others are religious and their reactions to the 'system'.
Now that aside, some complaints like the lack of an Inspect skill to even know what level other things are solved in book 2. Somethings like never using Mana Shield are never mentioned or used again.
So it has it's flaws but over all I enjoyed it.
What I truly enjoyed though was the lack of harem. This is just a married man trying to save his wife and friends at the end of the world. He has no kids, but does have a dog. He loves his wife and there is a healthy relationship supportive couple. Unlike other books where the MC's main relation is constantly belittling or being negative, his wife is quite supportive and a bad ass on her own.
I also very much liked that unlike lots of books with romantic partners the MC didn't suddenly only fixate on his wife and not growing stronger and not every single thought is how to please her and protect her. He trusts her and knows she can take care of herself and is a partner, not someone he needs to take care of as weaker and lesser.
Lots of subtle references and pop culture humor but not truly in the face despite the whole celeb copy paste thing that never seems to get mentioned by anyone but Mark once.
Overall if one can enjoy a book that is mostly setting up for a bigger series, slow burn but interesting characters that turns into an interesting series with well place 'time skips' to not drag things on. This is a good series. No spending the whole book on the first week or first day like some other series. No 'this happens in 60 days' then spends every single day in detail. This will be like 'then for the next 20 days they did....' before the next big event. Rather than stuff it with filler which I rather enjoyed.
So it was something I enjoyed even if frustrating at times to see how he uses his powers or doesn't. Overall though decent.
I was hesitant to buy this series as it didn't seem like something i'd enjoy due to the reviews. While I didn't really care about the religious debate the MC isn't really a religious person so it isn't like it's forcing it's views on anyone. It's more the MC in the south where others are religious and their reactions to the 'system'.
Now that aside, some complaints like the lack of an Inspect skill to even know what level other things are solved in book 2. Somethings like never using Mana Shield are never mentioned or used again.
So it has it's flaws but over all I enjoyed it.
What I truly enjoyed though was the lack of harem. This is just a married man trying to save his wife and friends at the end of the world. He has no kids, but does have a dog. He loves his wife and there is a healthy relationship supportive couple. Unlike other books where the MC's main relation is constantly belittling or being negative, his wife is quite supportive and a bad ass on her own.
I also very much liked that unlike lots of books with romantic partners the MC didn't suddenly only fixate on his wife and not growing stronger and not every single thought is how to please her and protect her. He trusts her and knows she can take care of herself and is a partner, not someone he needs to take care of as weaker and lesser.
Lots of subtle references and pop culture humor but not truly in the face despite the whole celeb copy paste thing that never seems to get mentioned by anyone but Mark once.
Overall if one can enjoy a book that is mostly setting up for a bigger series, slow burn but interesting characters that turns into an interesting series with well place 'time skips' to not drag things on. This is a good series. No spending the whole book on the first week or first day like some other series. No 'this happens in 60 days' then spends every single day in detail. This will be like 'then for the next 20 days they did....' before the next big event. Rather than stuff it with filler which I rather enjoyed.
So it was something I enjoyed even if frustrating at times to see how he uses his powers or doesn't. Overall though decent.
July 6, 2024
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This is a Post/Apocalyptic Earth LitRPG similar to Shadow Sun, Phase Shift etc.
As the synopsis states, Earth is about to be assimilated by the System and Drew gets a week heads up notice. He realizes the futility about going to the authorities and begins his own doomsday prep trying to save his close family and protect those nearby him all the while getting attention by some supreme beings of the multiverse. Book 1 pretty much sets the stage and kickstarts Drew’s adventures.
It’s a well written book with a engaging prose, interesting characters and a gritty realistic take. The first 50% is a bit slow paced as the book takes it’s time to set the stage for the integration, but at around halfway mark, it kicks up a notch and we get a more action packed second half. Though the MC has some OP powers, he does not come across as OP from the get go and has it easy. The decisions he has to make are gritty, believable in real world perspective and showcases the balance between the good and bad.
The thing I liked the most is the treatment of gods & religion. Set in a rural Oklahoma where people are religious, the impact of the integration brining various Gods, the crisis of faith is done very well. A close second favourite of mine is the different treatment of the MC class which is not just a typical raise the dead Necromancer, but also having the aspects of Charon ferrying souls to the God of afterlife. The facets blend seamlessly and is something I’ve not read in any other books.
On the flip side, many other aspects of the plot are something we have seen in other books in this genre (there are even some outright nods to other books) and comes with a feeling of familiarity.
Overall, I enjoyed this and will look forward to the sequel.
This is a Post/Apocalyptic Earth LitRPG similar to Shadow Sun, Phase Shift etc.
As the synopsis states, Earth is about to be assimilated by the System and Drew gets a week heads up notice. He realizes the futility about going to the authorities and begins his own doomsday prep trying to save his close family and protect those nearby him all the while getting attention by some supreme beings of the multiverse. Book 1 pretty much sets the stage and kickstarts Drew’s adventures.
It’s a well written book with a engaging prose, interesting characters and a gritty realistic take. The first 50% is a bit slow paced as the book takes it’s time to set the stage for the integration, but at around halfway mark, it kicks up a notch and we get a more action packed second half. Though the MC has some OP powers, he does not come across as OP from the get go and has it easy. The decisions he has to make are gritty, believable in real world perspective and showcases the balance between the good and bad.
The thing I liked the most is the treatment of gods & religion. Set in a rural Oklahoma where people are religious, the impact of the integration brining various Gods, the crisis of faith is done very well. A close second favourite of mine is the different treatment of the MC class which is not just a typical raise the dead Necromancer, but also having the aspects of Charon ferrying souls to the God of afterlife. The facets blend seamlessly and is something I’ve not read in any other books.
On the flip side, many other aspects of the plot are something we have seen in other books in this genre (there are even some outright nods to other books) and comes with a feeling of familiarity.
Overall, I enjoyed this and will look forward to the sequel.
November 17, 2024
DNF at 80% (though it started much earlier)
Many things bothered me in this book, even though it initially seems well-written.
- Sorry, but even if I'm not handsome, I wouldn’t take on the appearance of another man, not even the chosen one.
- If firearms shouldn't work, then older weapons shouldn't either. The principle of chemical combustion remains the same...
- Always choosing the rarest skill isn't a choice; it's just to add words.
- Frequent contradictions and short-term visibility. Example: He decides to increase his physical abilities, ends up saying he should have increased mana instead to better enhance his physical abilities... but mana... It's a loop. Example 2: He kills deer. And lets the meat rot. Then goes to buy meat in bulk. And your inventory and that of your family? Example 3: He doesn't want to take in survivors. But maybe a bit. But no, but yes, he's actually going to build a village soon.
- He has a unique power, attracting the attention of unique gods who will give him unique things, etc. All the clichés are there.
Summary: While picking elements that work in other books, he jumps from one element to another without remaining consistent in his writing. We start with a book where planning and family are important, only to have them pushed to the background later. And it's like that for EVERYTHING. A shame.
Many things bothered me in this book, even though it initially seems well-written.
- Sorry, but even if I'm not handsome, I wouldn’t take on the appearance of another man, not even the chosen one.
- If firearms shouldn't work, then older weapons shouldn't either. The principle of chemical combustion remains the same...
- Always choosing the rarest skill isn't a choice; it's just to add words.
- Frequent contradictions and short-term visibility. Example: He decides to increase his physical abilities, ends up saying he should have increased mana instead to better enhance his physical abilities... but mana... It's a loop. Example 2: He kills deer. And lets the meat rot. Then goes to buy meat in bulk. And your inventory and that of your family? Example 3: He doesn't want to take in survivors. But maybe a bit. But no, but yes, he's actually going to build a village soon.
- He has a unique power, attracting the attention of unique gods who will give him unique things, etc. All the clichés are there.
Summary: While picking elements that work in other books, he jumps from one element to another without remaining consistent in his writing. We start with a book where planning and family are important, only to have them pushed to the background later. And it's like that for EVERYTHING. A shame.
February 17, 2025
Seems like the author just took from others and pieced it all together. Lots of references or nods to others. MC is an idiot.
Very odd inconsistencies happen early. We are told all tech won't work, guns won't work. Then the mc's mom gets a demon TV I guess to continue the mom loves TV joke. Lots of handwaving.
For whatever reason an AR doesn't work but a lever action does, guns are just a tube for bullets to come out of, they are pretty much all completely mechanical. A pin hits the bullet that's the functional bit, there is 0 reason if 1 bullet fires another won't. Maybe the author thinks there are electronics in modern firearms? Unless the author takes issue with advanced primer compounds but then we are talking muskets. So everyone else who isnt the MC is dieing for no discernable reason. Also the author remarked how a rifle is barely effective compared to his basic spell, then leans heavily on less effective firearms.
It had a fun start but as soon as the system comes the whole thing falls apart. The world's rules fall apart and the author just does whatever. Power levels and skill levels are all over for the authors convenience. It's as if it's written by multiple people who didn't talk after writing the bullet points of the story.
Very odd inconsistencies happen early. We are told all tech won't work, guns won't work. Then the mc's mom gets a demon TV I guess to continue the mom loves TV joke. Lots of handwaving.
For whatever reason an AR doesn't work but a lever action does, guns are just a tube for bullets to come out of, they are pretty much all completely mechanical. A pin hits the bullet that's the functional bit, there is 0 reason if 1 bullet fires another won't. Maybe the author thinks there are electronics in modern firearms? Unless the author takes issue with advanced primer compounds but then we are talking muskets. So everyone else who isnt the MC is dieing for no discernable reason. Also the author remarked how a rifle is barely effective compared to his basic spell, then leans heavily on less effective firearms.
It had a fun start but as soon as the system comes the whole thing falls apart. The world's rules fall apart and the author just does whatever. Power levels and skill levels are all over for the authors convenience. It's as if it's written by multiple people who didn't talk after writing the bullet points of the story.
August 24, 2024
Too hot or too cold
Story was not bad and it actually started off really good as far as a sense of humor mixed into the mix of things.
My problem was that the The author doesn't really seem to stay true to leveling if that makes sense. The plot armor is just way too high in the author seems to completely ignore what level and abilities people have and are and just writes the action scenes to play out like he wants to the story can progress how he wants.
It's also very hot and cold as far as the protagonist being dumped with powers power-ups and the protagonist barely being able to fight an opponents or opponents. The protagonist also earns literally hundreds of freestand points and is not proportionally more powerful than everyone else.
Really it's just very strongly inconsistent and the protagonist also takes on the form of a well-known celebrity and it seems kind of silly in the beginning and then it's just like never brought up again?
I know some people out there will probably love this book but for me the whole point of lit RPG is a consistent measurable scale of power and abilities and this just pretty much ignores it
Story was not bad and it actually started off really good as far as a sense of humor mixed into the mix of things.
My problem was that the The author doesn't really seem to stay true to leveling if that makes sense. The plot armor is just way too high in the author seems to completely ignore what level and abilities people have and are and just writes the action scenes to play out like he wants to the story can progress how he wants.
It's also very hot and cold as far as the protagonist being dumped with powers power-ups and the protagonist barely being able to fight an opponents or opponents. The protagonist also earns literally hundreds of freestand points and is not proportionally more powerful than everyone else.
Really it's just very strongly inconsistent and the protagonist also takes on the form of a well-known celebrity and it seems kind of silly in the beginning and then it's just like never brought up again?
I know some people out there will probably love this book but for me the whole point of lit RPG is a consistent measurable scale of power and abilities and this just pretty much ignores it
May 9, 2025
I just finished re-reading the 1st two books. C'mon book 3!
Quick review in case anyone is on the fence about reading it.
Normally, I prefer my Necromancer genre much darker. However, the tone of this story is more akin to Primal Hunter than Book of the Dead and I loved both those books. So, yeah, I really enjoyed 'First Necromancer'. The necromancy isn't treated any different than any other type of mage spells, other than being OP (compared to other classes), and having interesting and necessary tie-ins for story progression. It has plenty of excitement, some humor, and a reasonable(ish) amount of hardships. The characters (including some atypicals} are mostly interesting (or quirky) and the evolution in levels, skills, power, personal development, and decision-making skills are well thought out and scratched my power fantasy itch. I'm a fan.
Nice mix of PG-13 post-apocalyptic survival situations & fantasy adventure. Additionally, there are no harems, explicit scenes, or unnecessary politics.
Quick review in case anyone is on the fence about reading it.
Normally, I prefer my Necromancer genre much darker. However, the tone of this story is more akin to Primal Hunter than Book of the Dead and I loved both those books. So, yeah, I really enjoyed 'First Necromancer'. The necromancy isn't treated any different than any other type of mage spells, other than being OP (compared to other classes), and having interesting and necessary tie-ins for story progression. It has plenty of excitement, some humor, and a reasonable(ish) amount of hardships. The characters (including some atypicals} are mostly interesting (or quirky) and the evolution in levels, skills, power, personal development, and decision-making skills are well thought out and scratched my power fantasy itch. I'm a fan.
Nice mix of PG-13 post-apocalyptic survival situations & fantasy adventure. Additionally, there are no harems, explicit scenes, or unnecessary politics.
June 21, 2025
This is really good and hilarious 😂 the only thing that gets on my nerves is the mc has some annoying quirks like he gets annoyed at checking his notifications 🙄 like it's a chore at a certain point he stops leaving the property and leaves it to his wife he feels like he doesn't need to learn how to fight up close which is backwards he has a lazy way of of being busy. But it's a great listen 🎶 Only thing that I don't like is where is the loot?? Where's the dungeons???? I hope this changes because what's the point if there's no loot... lol I'm laughing at the complaints 🤣 for this book about the people wow 👌 the author was spot on they kept it real people from down south are strange and very religious to the point of idiocy humans are a hot mess I love that the author showed how most people would probably act. I'm glad that the author didn't make everyone unrealistically a bad ass that would have been stupid.
September 11, 2024
Found myself liking this a good deal. I knew nothing about this book at all, other than Drew becomes a necromancer. It was a post-apocalyptic LitRPG that reminded me in tone to Defiance of the Fall. Our MC Drew essentially wins the lottery and is able to learn that the System is coming to his world a week early, which enables him to prepare for doomsday, but also to pick his class/skills for him and 5 others, as well as start leveling them immediately.
The story after this was good, with a combination of prepping and fighting. I really enjoyed it.
The story after this was good, with a combination of prepping and fighting. I really enjoyed it.
June 7, 2024
I received an Audible copy of this book from a promotion. There were a few times that I hesitated continuing but that had more to do with the uniqueness of the narrator than the story. Some of the characters are more enjoyable than others but most felt relatable to how real people experiencing a similar extinction level event might behave. The power gap between the main character and most of the support characters is so vast it feels hard to believe that they would be in the same encounters without him destroying everything or his party members wiping. I am glad I persisted in finishing the book as the world building leads up to a good climax at the end of the novel and set up an exciting sequel novel. Looking forward to what Coldfang89 does with the next book!
July 17, 2025
Its... a book!
This book is... alright? Typical male power fantasy, main character is a disabled man who is miraculously cured of anxiety disorder, which is not... touched on in any way except to highlight how he "isn't" freaking out more after picking a species to help also not freak out more!
Side characters who truly don't matter except to drive male Mc forward. This is almost play for play the plot line of "The Primal Hunter" series, but rushed and not fleshed out in meaningful ways while also throwing in confusing and weirdly placed references? Man, the writing is generally not bad! But there isn't much here that is appealing if you want functional Necromancy and a smart Mc.
This book is... alright? Typical male power fantasy, main character is a disabled man who is miraculously cured of anxiety disorder, which is not... touched on in any way except to highlight how he "isn't" freaking out more after picking a species to help also not freak out more!
Side characters who truly don't matter except to drive male Mc forward. This is almost play for play the plot line of "The Primal Hunter" series, but rushed and not fleshed out in meaningful ways while also throwing in confusing and weirdly placed references? Man, the writing is generally not bad! But there isn't much here that is appealing if you want functional Necromancy and a smart Mc.
August 28, 2025
It’s a small Internet
Found this book after looking up the author from a Reddit post. Only thing I had to go on was System and that the main character was a necromancer. I was pleasantly surprised. The writing style itself is good and I thought the pacing wasn’t bad. The leveling and status sheets weren’t gratuitous. I do feel like the character couldn’t make up their mind about whether or not people were good though. A lot of two-bit philosophy and attempts at “well that’s what you believe so that’s what you have to do” meanwhile decisions that feel like they should have weight are brushed over or seemed almost anti-climatic in a way. I’m trying not to spoil. All in all, not a bad start. I’d give the 2nd one a try. I think the Dickens might be my favorites.
Found this book after looking up the author from a Reddit post. Only thing I had to go on was System and that the main character was a necromancer. I was pleasantly surprised. The writing style itself is good and I thought the pacing wasn’t bad. The leveling and status sheets weren’t gratuitous. I do feel like the character couldn’t make up their mind about whether or not people were good though. A lot of two-bit philosophy and attempts at “well that’s what you believe so that’s what you have to do” meanwhile decisions that feel like they should have weight are brushed over or seemed almost anti-climatic in a way. I’m trying not to spoil. All in all, not a bad start. I’d give the 2nd one a try. I think the Dickens might be my favorites.
February 19, 2025
seriously, this MC is the dumbest MC I have ever read about. I don't understand the authors intentions. The MC is given unrealistic bonuses time and time again, but he wastes them on making a all around player (which everyone, including this MC knows is stupid). If it wasn't for the unrealistic bonuses he would have almost nothing put into points that are for his class.
He complains almost all the way through this book. He is even give a chance to know what is going to happen before it does, but he complains instead of being thankful for the foreknowledge. This is a person you would not want to be around in real life.
He complains almost all the way through this book. He is even give a chance to know what is going to happen before it does, but he complains instead of being thankful for the foreknowledge. This is a person you would not want to be around in real life.
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March 6, 2025
Great read
This is one of those books that those who love litrpg books like myself will fall in love with. It hooked me in right from the start and was so fun to read!
The characters are all fun and interesting, the character development is definitely there, though I wish we got to see some more of the side characters as they take a backseat most of the time. The world building was fantastic though, and so is the system in this book. It was very well thought out and planned, and you can feel it as you read.
I would highly recommend this to anyone that is a fan of the system apocalypse genre!
This is one of those books that those who love litrpg books like myself will fall in love with. It hooked me in right from the start and was so fun to read!
The characters are all fun and interesting, the character development is definitely there, though I wish we got to see some more of the side characters as they take a backseat most of the time. The world building was fantastic though, and so is the system in this book. It was very well thought out and planned, and you can feel it as you read.
I would highly recommend this to anyone that is a fan of the system apocalypse genre!
April 9, 2024
This book is really good and I love the Easter Eggs contained within. Drew, his family, his dog and his close friends are all very relatable which makes the momentous changes happening to them as the world crumbles, so to speak, all the more intense. The crazy thing is that this book covers the week before an intergalactic AI takes over the world and the training-wheels week when Earth is transitioning--it just barely touches on how life is after the new rules apply. The next book is going to be insane. I really like this first book a lot but I suspect the series is going to be even better.
May 3, 2024
Excellent start to an exciting new setting and series. Have not been so engrossed by a book since He Who Fights With Monsters. The slowly escalating level of danger and impact on the people has been paced and described perfectly. This is not a story about stats or fights but about people and their humanity in a world where all securities both physical and intellectual fall away. Very character driven narrarive with a good dose of action and danger to further the story. The wait for the sequel will be hard.
May 16, 2024
Fantastic story and I can't wait for more!
I've always loved necromancy in fiction and I always wondered why it was considered evil. This book describes what I've been feeling about it perfectly with how the undead can be used for menial labor, and as long as the souls aren't attached to the bodies it's fine. But even in the cases where the souls are attached it can be for either punishment or to reunite lost family and friends. I love that this book encompasses it perfectly.
I've always loved necromancy in fiction and I always wondered why it was considered evil. This book describes what I've been feeling about it perfectly with how the undead can be used for menial labor, and as long as the souls aren't attached to the bodies it's fine. But even in the cases where the souls are attached it can be for either punishment or to reunite lost family and friends. I love that this book encompasses it perfectly.
April 29, 2024
Not Great, but Pretty Good
Liked the MC and the story for the most part. The reason I gave it 4 stars instead of 5 is because the last few chapters were boring and highly physiological, not my cup of tea. Drew's mother was the worst. How can a human being be like that? The story also petered out towards the end. Even with all that, I will definitely buy the second book if there's one. Yes, I would recommend this book. You could do a lot worse.
Liked the MC and the story for the most part. The reason I gave it 4 stars instead of 5 is because the last few chapters were boring and highly physiological, not my cup of tea. Drew's mother was the worst. How can a human being be like that? The story also petered out towards the end. Even with all that, I will definitely buy the second book if there's one. Yes, I would recommend this book. You could do a lot worse.
August 30, 2024
I gave this work many stars because it was at least a unique take on a much trod upon literary path.
It is not perfect. It will likely not win any awards, but the author displays talent in telling an entertaining story (if an imperfect one. Heh!)
Also, the author has shown courage to take the story in directions that I would NEVER have the stones to try. I may not agree with everything in the work, but I sometimes admire those who are willing to "ice skate uphill".
It is not perfect. It will likely not win any awards, but the author displays talent in telling an entertaining story (if an imperfect one. Heh!)
Also, the author has shown courage to take the story in directions that I would NEVER have the stones to try. I may not agree with everything in the work, but I sometimes admire those who are willing to "ice skate uphill".
November 26, 2024
Funny and fast paced
Very similar feel to the PRIMAL HUNTER series except with more jokes. Not a typical Necromancer book; feels more like if a combination of welfare agent finding the odd way of helping a lot of people. I think there is only one instance in the book where we see a "typical" behavior one would expect from a necromancer and that is done in justifiable rage.
Have fun!!
Very similar feel to the PRIMAL HUNTER series except with more jokes. Not a typical Necromancer book; feels more like if a combination of welfare agent finding the odd way of helping a lot of people. I think there is only one instance in the book where we see a "typical" behavior one would expect from a necromancer and that is done in justifiable rage.
Have fun!!
April 9, 2024
a great debut novel
Really enjoyed this one! MC makes smart choices, gets some neat necromancies powers, and we get some really fun references as well as a great story. Felt a bit like primal hunter meets awaken online in that we have a fair bit of deific interaction as well! Definitely a recommend for folks who like their mcs using dark powers without being edge lords.
Really enjoyed this one! MC makes smart choices, gets some neat necromancies powers, and we get some really fun references as well as a great story. Felt a bit like primal hunter meets awaken online in that we have a fair bit of deific interaction as well! Definitely a recommend for folks who like their mcs using dark powers without being edge lords.
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