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The Slime Dungeon Chronicles #3
The Dungeon's Child
The dungeon adventures continue with Doc, Claire, and company. With the win over the Tomb of the Forgotten King, they are as strong and curious as ever. While the town recovers from the attack, Doc settles in with his new powers and improves his dungeon to new levels. New slime evolutions, traps, and floors incoming!
Meanwhile, something is rising in the dark in Duren. To counter this, Prince James takes the center stage and decides to have his coronation ceremony in the dungeon town. However, even he can't imagine the plans in motion that will soon engulf his city and country.
With all this happening, the mysterious cocoon in the dungeon has begun to hatch....
Meanwhile, something is rising in the dark in Duren. To counter this, Prince James takes the center stage and decides to have his coronation ceremony in the dungeon town. However, even he can't imagine the plans in motion that will soon engulf his city and country.
With all this happening, the mysterious cocoon in the dungeon has begun to hatch....
296 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 25, 2017
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June 23, 2024
Good story in the same style as the previous two, it is just that I dislike the constant swiched between half a dozen of people. Definitely curious where things are going...
February 28, 2017
An interesting and enjoyable follow-up to The Dungeon's Town. There's a higher focus on the "outside" than in previous books but it's a logical expansion of the world based on where the narrative has taken us.
Am interested in seeing where Mr. Logue will go from here and will continue to keep an eye out for the series.
Am interested in seeing where Mr. Logue will go from here and will continue to keep an eye out for the series.
December 27, 2017
I wanted this series to turn out well as it had promise so I decided to wait until I had finished all three books before giving a review. I read all three novels and listened to the audible counterparts. I will be as spoiler free as I can so it may be vague in parts. Although, honestly I think many of the problems have been covered by other reviewers, with that said I'll be brief.
1. These novels lack the most basic rule of writing. Show don't tell. In some of what should have been the most important points for character development, plot, and intense combat scenes the author glosses over them and "tells" the readers what happens or what the characters are feeling instead of showing them. The issue is that as a result the author fails to take advantage of all the suspense and tension that lead up to that point and combat feels lack luster.
2. The cast of characters are forgettable at best with many of them being far too similar in attitude and speech. Although there are characters of various races and backgrounds I kept wanting to facepalm as they acted or said things a reader would find in middle age novels or colonial literature from the early 18 century, e.g. "Jare the beast-man."
For example, in this style of writing the characters that aren't white, in this case "human," refer to themselves through the lens of the white, "human," prospective. It's like the early writings about Africa where the African men referred to themselves as "Tom the blackman." In this way the beast-man have human names and refer to themselves by a human standard even among one another. The worst part is that the author fails to show in these cases and instead tells. Instead of showcasing a different culture and people that are the beast-man tribes the author has them act nearly identical as humans and constantly has to remind the reader that the characters are "beast-man" nearly every time one of them says or does something. Few people walk around identifying themselves by their race or color and less so for people raised inside their own culture or speaking to someone from their native culture/race. The author could have gotten around this by having the beast-men identify themselves through a name other than beast-man and had the humans refer to them as beast-man as a derisive term. Humans are notoriously racist in both fantasy and sci-fi and constantly referring to other races in terms of lessor being and not by their chosen name for their race so this could have solved the issue and added depth to the narrative.
3. The trials the characters face are little more then poorly used tropes and the character development is handled poorly as well. Other reviewers have mentioned this so I don't feel the need to expand on it.
4. The humor falls flat in most instances where the characters laugh without anything warrantying the outburst of emotion.
5. The cast, not just one or two, respond to situations in a cavalier manner that someone, even career soldiers, facing a life or death situation would not. The manner in which the character respond to death and trauma, PTSD in a few cases, is glossed over as well or handled in a trope like manner.
These novels were barely above the standard of a fan fiction, but worst of all is that the author didn't improve his writing at all over the course of the three novels. I understand that no writer starts out great but the lack of improvement is the biggest reason for the low rating and not the other failings. Although these issues distracted from the narrative and left me feeling almost cheated by the author's lack of capitalizing on the opportunities for both the character and plot development I had hope his writing would improve by the end of the third novel. In the end it wasn't even a B ranked series.
1. These novels lack the most basic rule of writing. Show don't tell. In some of what should have been the most important points for character development, plot, and intense combat scenes the author glosses over them and "tells" the readers what happens or what the characters are feeling instead of showing them. The issue is that as a result the author fails to take advantage of all the suspense and tension that lead up to that point and combat feels lack luster.
2. The cast of characters are forgettable at best with many of them being far too similar in attitude and speech. Although there are characters of various races and backgrounds I kept wanting to facepalm as they acted or said things a reader would find in middle age novels or colonial literature from the early 18 century, e.g. "Jare the beast-man."
For example, in this style of writing the characters that aren't white, in this case "human," refer to themselves through the lens of the white, "human," prospective. It's like the early writings about Africa where the African men referred to themselves as "Tom the blackman." In this way the beast-man have human names and refer to themselves by a human standard even among one another. The worst part is that the author fails to show in these cases and instead tells. Instead of showcasing a different culture and people that are the beast-man tribes the author has them act nearly identical as humans and constantly has to remind the reader that the characters are "beast-man" nearly every time one of them says or does something. Few people walk around identifying themselves by their race or color and less so for people raised inside their own culture or speaking to someone from their native culture/race. The author could have gotten around this by having the beast-men identify themselves through a name other than beast-man and had the humans refer to them as beast-man as a derisive term. Humans are notoriously racist in both fantasy and sci-fi and constantly referring to other races in terms of lessor being and not by their chosen name for their race so this could have solved the issue and added depth to the narrative.
3. The trials the characters face are little more then poorly used tropes and the character development is handled poorly as well. Other reviewers have mentioned this so I don't feel the need to expand on it.
4. The humor falls flat in most instances where the characters laugh without anything warrantying the outburst of emotion.
5. The cast, not just one or two, respond to situations in a cavalier manner that someone, even career soldiers, facing a life or death situation would not. The manner in which the character respond to death and trauma, PTSD in a few cases, is glossed over as well or handled in a trope like manner.
These novels were barely above the standard of a fan fiction, but worst of all is that the author didn't improve his writing at all over the course of the three novels. I understand that no writer starts out great but the lack of improvement is the biggest reason for the low rating and not the other failings. Although these issues distracted from the narrative and left me feeling almost cheated by the author's lack of capitalizing on the opportunities for both the character and plot development I had hope his writing would improve by the end of the third novel. In the end it wasn't even a B ranked series.
July 22, 2017
The main problem that I have with this author is that while he has an interesting series happening here but he hasn't shown a single shred of improving himself. This book is written like a first draft, meaning that it is a simple sentence structure, a nonexistent use of metaphors, as well as some other things that would cause any publisher to instantly throw it in the bin.
Another part I have trouble with is how the characters act together. The boy necromancer in particular just suddenly accepts that he is thousands of years old. People don't act like this, he should be crying and screaming. Not shedding a tear when he find out that his dad died and his entire country is probably dirt.
The combat is also simplistic, I for one don't like fight scenes much but I like them even less when an epic battle lasts for a single paragraph There is also a grammar problem with one particular paragraph lasting an entire page.
The most important part of an author is that he needs to read books. I keep thinking that this author wrote this whole thing on his phone, that is what it feels like. He needs to read more.
Another part I have trouble with is how the characters act together. The boy necromancer in particular just suddenly accepts that he is thousands of years old. People don't act like this, he should be crying and screaming. Not shedding a tear when he find out that his dad died and his entire country is probably dirt.
The combat is also simplistic, I for one don't like fight scenes much but I like them even less when an epic battle lasts for a single paragraph There is also a grammar problem with one particular paragraph lasting an entire page.
The most important part of an author is that he needs to read books. I keep thinking that this author wrote this whole thing on his phone, that is what it feels like. He needs to read more.
October 30, 2017
3.5 rounded up.
Of the three novels, I find this one of my favorites and least favorites of the series.
I really enjoyed the scenes with the actual dungeon's child. He seeds a really interesting perspective in the world, and I will be glad to see more of him. However, I can see the end of the series coming from all of the hunts that Claire seems to be dropping and the notes written by Falcon himself on his website. It seems appropriate with the growing number of characters that a series starts to focus on them.
I feel that if the next novels follow our new pair of heroes-in-training, I'd really enjoy this change with Claire taking on a more Navi-esc role in the world, another series could be following the adventures while still another follows the dungeon's progress.
Either way, to keep this spoiler-free, this felt like the Empire Strikes Back of the trilogy at this point. A lot of good ideas, but there wasn't enough of a single one of those to make me enjoy it as much as the last two.
Of the three novels, I find this one of my favorites and least favorites of the series.
I really enjoyed the scenes with the actual dungeon's child. He seeds a really interesting perspective in the world, and I will be glad to see more of him. However, I can see the end of the series coming from all of the hunts that Claire seems to be dropping and the notes written by Falcon himself on his website. It seems appropriate with the growing number of characters that a series starts to focus on them.
I feel that if the next novels follow our new pair of heroes-in-training, I'd really enjoy this change with Claire taking on a more Navi-esc role in the world, another series could be following the adventures while still another follows the dungeon's progress.
Either way, to keep this spoiler-free, this felt like the Empire Strikes Back of the trilogy at this point. A lot of good ideas, but there wasn't enough of a single one of those to make me enjoy it as much as the last two.
August 29, 2020
Note: I have a backlog of reviews so what follows is short and to the point. Spoilers will not be called out. Typos likely since I won’t be proof reading.
Books 2-4 all get the same review.
Re-reading this series did not do it any favors. I was apparently more taken with this genre when I first read it. Upon re-reading I found it somewhat lacking in inspiration, albeit well told especially for the "dungeon" genre that draws amatuer authors. Still the tropes are annoying: bad guys repeatedly underestimating the force needed to accomplish their goals so they keep failing to invade the dungeon. King gets credible information of impending attack on the capital but does nothing because surely that can't happen here.
Bottom line: probably better than average for the genre but still has some major flaws, including the series is never actually resolved, instead the author just turns this series into a lead-in for his next series which is way over-the-top in a bad way.
Books 2-4 all get the same review.
Re-reading this series did not do it any favors. I was apparently more taken with this genre when I first read it. Upon re-reading I found it somewhat lacking in inspiration, albeit well told especially for the "dungeon" genre that draws amatuer authors. Still the tropes are annoying: bad guys repeatedly underestimating the force needed to accomplish their goals so they keep failing to invade the dungeon. King gets credible information of impending attack on the capital but does nothing because surely that can't happen here.
Bottom line: probably better than average for the genre but still has some major flaws, including the series is never actually resolved, instead the author just turns this series into a lead-in for his next series which is way over-the-top in a bad way.
April 10, 2021
Bigger And Slimier Than Ever.
Doc, The Slime Dungeon, grows as do the intrigues and assaults of The Empire beyond the City State where it grows. As the plots of Gods and Demons play out in the world outside Doc's Dungeon, it is becoming clear that the Dungeon Town, and Doc himself, are becoming major players in the affairs of the world, but to what ends remains unclear.
This Series will likely appeal to fans of the Fantasy, Dungeon Core, and LitRPG genres as well as those who enjoy playing RPGs.
Doc, The Slime Dungeon, grows as do the intrigues and assaults of The Empire beyond the City State where it grows. As the plots of Gods and Demons play out in the world outside Doc's Dungeon, it is becoming clear that the Dungeon Town, and Doc himself, are becoming major players in the affairs of the world, but to what ends remains unclear.
This Series will likely appeal to fans of the Fantasy, Dungeon Core, and LitRPG genres as well as those who enjoy playing RPGs.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
February 28, 2017
Oh new slimes!
Book three now with new and improved slimes! Honestly this is book three if you haven't enjoyed the last two books why are you even bothering with this book? If you did enjoy them why are you reading this? You could be reading the book! Stop wasting time and get to it already!
Book three now with new and improved slimes! Honestly this is book three if you haven't enjoyed the last two books why are you even bothering with this book? If you did enjoy them why are you reading this? You could be reading the book! Stop wasting time and get to it already!
March 8, 2020
Decent story- very funny in places
The story is decent but really needed better editing. In a couple of places the author mixes up names. There are also a few places where the sentences show signs of being rewritten but left with part of the original. There were a few spots that were absolutely hilarious to me so I am disappointed to not be able to give 5 stars
The story is decent but really needed better editing. In a couple of places the author mixes up names. There are also a few places where the sentences show signs of being rewritten but left with part of the original. There were a few spots that were absolutely hilarious to me so I am disappointed to not be able to give 5 stars
July 23, 2020
So the story is just getting weaker.
The characters are no longer developing, they are getting boring. The storyline is overwhelming any interactions from day to day. The lack of competence from the rulers, be they guild royal or priest, is just pathetic. The longer the series goes on the worse it gets.
The characters are no longer developing, they are getting boring. The storyline is overwhelming any interactions from day to day. The lack of competence from the rulers, be they guild royal or priest, is just pathetic. The longer the series goes on the worse it gets.
March 13, 2024
A 7hr audio book. This book was not as fun as the other two in terms of adventure, but I think this was necessary for character build and story for what is to come in the next book. I don't know how to feel about the splitting of main characters at this point but I feel like I am reading the story of at least 10 points of view, I am not complaining, the author made it easy to follow
November 8, 2017
Probably the best of the series so far but still painfully amateurish in the writing style. Simple things like things being said 'cutely' or using word like 'ungraceful' instead of 'graceless' makes the book feel like something written on a fanfic board.
March 12, 2018
3.9 Stars
Same review as the last book, essentially.. but now we have a cast of more interesting characters. I like the addition of Rowan and that dynamic. I felt this book and book 2 could have been combined.
Same review as the last book, essentially.. but now we have a cast of more interesting characters. I like the addition of Rowan and that dynamic. I felt this book and book 2 could have been combined.
March 31, 2018
Better than the last one
Things are heating up and questions are being answered. This book still feels a tad rushed, but is definitely better than the last book in that regard.
Things are heating up and questions are being answered. This book still feels a tad rushed, but is definitely better than the last book in that regard.
July 4, 2018
Fun
A fun read. Enjoyed the story. The format problem was fixed from the last book, but the are still numerous little typos.
A fun read. Enjoyed the story. The format problem was fixed from the last book, but the are still numerous little typos.
July 9, 2024
This book had less action in it but still had a lot going on. There is definitely a lot of political maneuvering happening and it will be interesting to see where it goes from here. I am excited to see how the adventurers and dungeon progresses with their skills. I’m sure with the involvement of demons the dungeon is going to more openly team up with the town at some point.
March 15, 2017
MORE!!
An enjoyable continuation in the series and the subplots are awesome!!! Nothing that's really worth coming home to but still a very enjoyable book. You know it's a good book when the ending makes you frustrated cause the next book isn't out yet.
An enjoyable continuation in the series and the subplots are awesome!!! Nothing that's really worth coming home to but still a very enjoyable book. You know it's a good book when the ending makes you frustrated cause the next book isn't out yet.
March 6, 2017
Right timimg
There is no denying that Jeffrey continues to craft an excellent foray into the realm of dungeon management. I thoroughly enjoyed this visit to Duran.
I think that this is a good transition between books 2 and (hopefully) 4. The author tied up !many ends and did some of the necessary character development that will keep future additions from being too bogged down. I will say that with the few typos and the brevity of the book I wonder if this came to us too soon.
And this is going to sound bad, but I enjoyed the little side story at thee end more than most of the book. It dealt with what drew me to the series to begin with, the evolution of slimes. I hope that the next addition focuses primarily on the dungeon again, and this really was just setting the scene. If needs be I would be content to wait year for the next book just so it focuses more on Doc and his slimes.
There is no denying that Jeffrey continues to craft an excellent foray into the realm of dungeon management. I thoroughly enjoyed this visit to Duran.
I think that this is a good transition between books 2 and (hopefully) 4. The author tied up !many ends and did some of the necessary character development that will keep future additions from being too bogged down. I will say that with the few typos and the brevity of the book I wonder if this came to us too soon.
And this is going to sound bad, but I enjoyed the little side story at thee end more than most of the book. It dealt with what drew me to the series to begin with, the evolution of slimes. I hope that the next addition focuses primarily on the dungeon again, and this really was just setting the scene. If needs be I would be content to wait year for the next book just so it focuses more on Doc and his slimes.
March 16, 2017
Great addition to the series.
Getting better and better. The pixie is less inane. The story is becoming more complex as the conflicts converge through out.
Getting better and better. The pixie is less inane. The story is becoming more complex as the conflicts converge through out.
February 28, 2017
Overacheiving
The previous books have been really good, a very new premises and very uniquely written.
While this book was still enjoyable, it feels like the author is trying to hard to go in new directions. There are almost too many different narratives and viewpoints and it does get confusing at a couple of points.
Not to discourage people from reading it though. If you enjoyed the previous books you will more than likely enjoy this one.
I just hope the author streamlines the next.
The previous books have been really good, a very new premises and very uniquely written.
While this book was still enjoyable, it feels like the author is trying to hard to go in new directions. There are almost too many different narratives and viewpoints and it does get confusing at a couple of points.
Not to discourage people from reading it though. If you enjoyed the previous books you will more than likely enjoy this one.
I just hope the author streamlines the next.
March 6, 2017
Another good story.
Really needs better editing though.
The story is progressing nicely and I will happily see what happens next.
I recommend this series.
Really needs better editing though.
The story is progressing nicely and I will happily see what happens next.
I recommend this series.
March 1, 2017
Thank you sir, can I have another
It was good addition to the story, like with most of the better amongst the dungeon book set there was a sense that the story was getting less and less about just being a dungeon but not enough distancing that it felt like this story was missing the point. In any case it was a good read and I look forward to reading book four.
It was good addition to the story, like with most of the better amongst the dungeon book set there was a sense that the story was getting less and less about just being a dungeon but not enough distancing that it felt like this story was missing the point. In any case it was a good read and I look forward to reading book four.
February 28, 2017
Interesting, not what I expected
All in all, this was a pleasant diversion for an afternoon. There were some new interesting elements. This volume felt more like development with lower intensity than the previous book. I like some of the new characters. I'm looking forward to the next book in the series.
All in all, this was a pleasant diversion for an afternoon. There were some new interesting elements. This volume felt more like development with lower intensity than the previous book. I like some of the new characters. I'm looking forward to the next book in the series.
March 3, 2017
great 3rd book
once again they nailed it. another great book in this series. loving the development and new characters . look forward to the next book
once again they nailed it. another great book in this series. loving the development and new characters . look forward to the next book
February 27, 2017
The first 30% of the book was in the second book. So I was a little disappointed in the page length.
March 29, 2017
Very good
Very good pacing and character development. Each character unique and not without fault. I would only put this second to dungeon born series. Only because of its not as detailed dungeon and adventurer leveling.
Very good pacing and character development. Each character unique and not without fault. I would only put this second to dungeon born series. Only because of its not as detailed dungeon and adventurer leveling.
March 31, 2017
Entertaining as usual
The third book is just as as a funny,yet serious as the previous two. Looking forward to how Doc saves the day later on
The third book is just as as a funny,yet serious as the previous two. Looking forward to how Doc saves the day later on
April 18, 2017
Another good book in the series
April 19, 2017
Still so entertaining! Still needs better editing, but I hardly notice it anymore. Looking forward to the next book, so many questions unanswered!
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