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Second Ascension: A LitRPG Regression Adventure
They said only the wealthy and powerful could become Adventurers. They said those same Adventurers would never betray humanity. They lied.
Dean was there when the last Kingdom fell. A common soldier with no real talent or power, he watched as the army was overrun. One by one, the kingdom's most famous and powerful adventurers were broken and killed.
All except one.
From where he lay dying on the battlefield, Dean saw the Spear Saint betray mankind… dooming them all. On the cusp of death, he is offered a choice. A chance to go back in time and choose a different path - one that could grant him the power to change his fate entirely. But nothing is as simple as it seems. Behind the scenes, a silent war rages between powers unseen. Soon, their agents will hunt him, drawing him into a conflict that spans not continents, but entire worlds.
Second Ascension is an underdog series that follows the story of an unremarkable soldier who would one day rise to become one of humanity's greatest legends. Filled with epic battles, fight scenes, and rich worldbuilding, this series is perfect for fans of Ultimate Level One, Defiance of the Fall, and Apocolypse Reborn.
Dean was there when the last Kingdom fell. A common soldier with no real talent or power, he watched as the army was overrun. One by one, the kingdom's most famous and powerful adventurers were broken and killed.
All except one.
From where he lay dying on the battlefield, Dean saw the Spear Saint betray mankind… dooming them all. On the cusp of death, he is offered a choice. A chance to go back in time and choose a different path - one that could grant him the power to change his fate entirely. But nothing is as simple as it seems. Behind the scenes, a silent war rages between powers unseen. Soon, their agents will hunt him, drawing him into a conflict that spans not continents, but entire worlds.
Second Ascension is an underdog series that follows the story of an unremarkable soldier who would one day rise to become one of humanity's greatest legends. Filled with epic battles, fight scenes, and rich worldbuilding, this series is perfect for fans of Ultimate Level One, Defiance of the Fall, and Apocolypse Reborn.
944 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 23, 2026
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April 17, 2026
Well, now I'm going to have to check out Mr Brooks back-catalogue.
This regression, save the world premise has been done before. Typically these book quickly devolve into yet another OP MC progression story. Brooks avoids this trap, keeping the mission front-of-mind and focussing on the objective rather than flaunting fast progression or revelling in the hidden power trope.
Dean's titular second life is nothing like his first. Rather than a regular soldier with a bog-standard combat class, he dives into the adventurer career (think super-heroes) to infiltrate the main society that eventually betrays humanity... all while building a power-base/team that might be able to alter events.
Meanwhile, it seems the great enemy of mankind suspects some time-based cheating has happened. Thus, they have changed their plans and accelerated the schedule. They're also hunting for someone just like Dean. No pressure though, right?
This regression, save the world premise has been done before. Typically these book quickly devolve into yet another OP MC progression story. Brooks avoids this trap, keeping the mission front-of-mind and focussing on the objective rather than flaunting fast progression or revelling in the hidden power trope.
Dean's titular second life is nothing like his first. Rather than a regular soldier with a bog-standard combat class, he dives into the adventurer career (think super-heroes) to infiltrate the main society that eventually betrays humanity... all while building a power-base/team that might be able to alter events.
Meanwhile, it seems the great enemy of mankind suspects some time-based cheating has happened. Thus, they have changed their plans and accelerated the schedule. They're also hunting for someone just like Dean. No pressure though, right?
April 17, 2026
terrible
The first two chapters are gold
At mid the book turns into something else the writing is good but all characters added are terrible this could have being so good yet we get this I really feel like my time was wasted with this book
The first two chapters are gold
At mid the book turns into something else the writing is good but all characters added are terrible this could have being so good yet we get this I really feel like my time was wasted with this book
March 24, 2026
Great book
Great book I can't wait to read the next book in the series I would recommend this author to anyone
Great book I can't wait to read the next book in the series I would recommend this author to anyone
March 24, 2026
good
A bit of girl boss Mary Sue that is annoying, but overall a good read with lots if action. Could use some editing to reduce the length.
A bit of girl boss Mary Sue that is annoying, but overall a good read with lots if action. Could use some editing to reduce the length.
March 31, 2026
Outstanding read
Excellent work. Bloody enjoyed the creative system and unique character origins. Highly recommended for anyone who’s a fan of the genre.
Excellent work. Bloody enjoyed the creative system and unique character origins. Highly recommended for anyone who’s a fan of the genre.
April 5, 2026
Excellent new story!
I couldn't put this book down! The MC was a good change of pace from other books in this genre. Definitely looking forward to the next entry!
I couldn't put this book down! The MC was a good change of pace from other books in this genre. Definitely looking forward to the next entry!
April 10, 2026
Excellent
This is an excellent book with a dynamic main character and a compelling storyline. I can’t wait to see what awaits Dean in the future.
This is an excellent book with a dynamic main character and a compelling storyline. I can’t wait to see what awaits Dean in the future.
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