Metaworld Chronicles: Of Monsters and Magic

by David J. Wuto

Everyone dreams of reliving one's life, starting over, but when Gwen Song awoke in her fifteen-year-old body, she found herself in a world of urban sorcery.

Though her troubled child-hood remained, the familiar society she had once lived in had all but disappeared, replaced by a parallel reality.

Back in her teenage body, she must navigate her new world, once again forging friendships, filial bonds, and gain mastery over the skills necessary to survive in a 21st century Earth ruled by Mages and Magic, where humanity lives in enclaves shielded from Magical Beasts, Demi-humans, and otherworldly beings in a meta-world made unreal by a sorcerous apartheid.

Genres: Fantasy

542 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 30, 2024

Reviews

[Christopher Belan · Rating 4 out of 5]

At the end, you are what you eat

Book one sheds no light on how or why our MC came to this new world. But in both universes she was treated badly by her family which continues to impact our MC's story and leaves her vulnerable. She has the memory of her new body, but not the willpower to act differently. As her quotes show, she was an avid reader, but doesn't act as if she is older and wiser than her new body's age and experience. I hope the following books have fewer moments of lifeline conflicts. And not to spoil the story, but she gains power from others in a very off-putting way by the end of the book. Overall good, but the author seems trapped in introspection of their characters life paths.

[James Riley · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really good

I really enjoyed this book. It's actually quite beautifully written. Two small issues. Since it is set in Australia, there is a lot of Australian centric slang. It's not remotely a big deal, but it probably will bother a few people. Second. It takes a really dark turn about 3/4 through the book. Again, it's not remotely a big deal, but people will probably gripe.

Highly recommended.

[MM · Rating 2 out of 5]

Some discrimation of religion in here

I was interested in this book, as well as listening to the audiobook and tell I came across some discrimination in it against my religion, at which point I didn't really have the same feel for the book anymore. Unfortunate and unnecessary to include such a comment in there. I suggest better research from correct sources before deciding to include discrimatory comments about a church that is actually helping a lot of people in the world.

[Damian Price · Rating 1 out of 5]

i can only give one star

The story just kills in the beginning like rip off of quanzi fashi or otherwise known as full time magister but more black cause they throw main riches to rags polar opposite and unpalatable and would recommend finding a different book this story lacks originality and goes down the the black path so essence unless you like dark books I suggest something else I ended up disappointed.

[Mina · Rating 5 out of 5]

Deliciously Good Read

I really like this concept and parallel world. The different types of abilities and the price that must be paid for the darker more powerful powers is really interesting. The beginning premise reminded me of one of my favorite anime/manga, but became so different. This is great. I can't wait to read the next one.

[Talina · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very good world building. Compelling story. Fairly believable character motivations and actions.

A little too much focus on feminine form/ sexual attraction- the constant descriptions of the MCs long legs, graceful body, and beauty were intrusive.

But still enjoyable to read, and I plan to continue the series.

[Nathan · Rating 4 out of 5]

male gaze

A successful business owner awakens in a parallel world wearing the hot (so hot, we keep getting reminded how hot she is) teenaged body of an alternate self. After a somewhat disappointing magical awakening, turns out she is Special after all.

Quite a lot of men being perverts.

[Roberto Flores · Rating 2 out of 5]

I couldn't finish this. After about twenty percent, I still had no idea what the story was about. if you like juvenile drama, this might be for you. But the lack of a coherent start made this a no-go for me.

[Jeanne Satre · Rating 1 out of 5]

I just... I dnf'd this so hard. Every page has at least one overwrought metaphor. The main character acts like she's 12, and seems to know even less about the world than we do. Parts of the book are uncomfortably really horny about 15 year olds. I don't understand how people got through this.

[Donald Clark · Rating 5 out of 5]

1/2 doz or so nice plot twists kept the story interesting. Magic system is not quantified but clearly has DnD roots. Very well done so on to volume 2.

[Djcolgan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Surprisingly good

A gem of a book. The world building is excellent and describes a world with magic. Some adventure and history. Overall very readable. I recommend.