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The Rise of Resurgence #2
Restoration
Resurgence. Hands down the best Virtual Reality Massive-Multi Online Role Playing Game. Ever. There is no comparison between Resurgence and any other game, or AltCon and any other parent company, as any of the thousands of beta testers will attest -- at great length and detail. Any beta tester but Alex, anyway.
Alex knows that Resurgence is more than just a game, that others have likely died so that Resurgence could be released to the public. The truth weighs heavily upon him, though the mystery of AltCon's true endgame is the real cause of his frustrations.
While Alex secretly works to discover the reality behind Resurgence -- and AltCon's true intentions -- he is not alone. With the tight-knit squad of players he has come to think of as friends, Alex must overcome the array of challenges in the game in order to discover the truth.
Even though Alex must work in secret, he is not as alone in his quest as he believes. Substantial forces outside of the game are stacking up to confront AltCon in their own way, all trying to answer the same question: can AltCon be stopped?
Alex knows that Resurgence is more than just a game, that others have likely died so that Resurgence could be released to the public. The truth weighs heavily upon him, though the mystery of AltCon's true endgame is the real cause of his frustrations.
While Alex secretly works to discover the reality behind Resurgence -- and AltCon's true intentions -- he is not alone. With the tight-knit squad of players he has come to think of as friends, Alex must overcome the array of challenges in the game in order to discover the truth.
Even though Alex must work in secret, he is not as alone in his quest as he believes. Substantial forces outside of the game are stacking up to confront AltCon in their own way, all trying to answer the same question: can AltCon be stopped?
- GenresFantasy
431 pages, Paperback
First published June 15, 2017
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August 29, 2017
Introverts of the world unite. Separately.
I have really enjoyed this series so far. Love "TheClaw" and all his craziness. One of those hilarious wingmen that give books character. I also love how the author is developing the MC with his rogue abilities. Tons of fun!
I have really enjoyed this series so far. Love "TheClaw" and all his craziness. One of those hilarious wingmen that give books character. I also love how the author is developing the MC with his rogue abilities. Tons of fun!
July 22, 2017
LLRPG much better than I thought
This is a new genera for me and I have only read a few books in it. Yet I have to say that this was written by an Author with a complete grasp on drawing the reader into his (or her) world. I have been reading g for over half a century and this was a wonderful book to read. I strongly and highly recommend this and the previous book in this series. Saying that, I am looking forward for the next book or books in this series and I really want to know what happens to Alex and his companions in the book.
This is a new genera for me and I have only read a few books in it. Yet I have to say that this was written by an Author with a complete grasp on drawing the reader into his (or her) world. I have been reading g for over half a century and this was a wonderful book to read. I strongly and highly recommend this and the previous book in this series. Saying that, I am looking forward for the next book or books in this series and I really want to know what happens to Alex and his companions in the book.
January 12, 2018
As good as the first
The story continues right after the end of the first. The storyline and characters remain on point. The characters are still fun and ever evolving. I still feel like folks who aren't into MMORPG games would find this a bit boring. I learned in the "thanks for reading" afterward that this book us a genre called litRPG which fits pretty well with what it is. If you liked the first book you'll like thus one and will want to get going on to the third soon.
The story continues right after the end of the first. The storyline and characters remain on point. The characters are still fun and ever evolving. I still feel like folks who aren't into MMORPG games would find this a bit boring. I learned in the "thanks for reading" afterward that this book us a genre called litRPG which fits pretty well with what it is. If you liked the first book you'll like thus one and will want to get going on to the third soon.
May 26, 2019
A Marked Improvement
I was a little on the fence for book 1 so I approached book 2 with a little trepidation, was this better or worse.
Well I'm glad to say book 2 is a lot better as the MC is expanded quite significantly and a nice quest chain comes out as well which gives a bit more scope. Yes I can understand how book 1 is written to guide you into the game but a bit more exciting details rather than technical works better.
So onto book 3 ....
I was a little on the fence for book 1 so I approached book 2 with a little trepidation, was this better or worse.
Well I'm glad to say book 2 is a lot better as the MC is expanded quite significantly and a nice quest chain comes out as well which gives a bit more scope. Yes I can understand how book 1 is written to guide you into the game but a bit more exciting details rather than technical works better.
So onto book 3 ....
July 18, 2017
The grind episode. Well written story but the majority of the story arc is simply the MC getting stronger and more engaged with the world. The plot thickens and come more into focus although the motivation of the evil corporation isn't really discussed. What it wants, not why it wants so that aspect felt more of a straw-man as every story must have a villain.
July 19, 2017
Total Awesomeness
This is a great non Russian litrpg story. I'm still on the fence with the sub plot of gamers trying to take down a game they love, but nonetheless the grind,crafting, PvP,and skill works are as good as any game reading. This book is longer than what normal page counts are. Can't wait for the next book.
This is a great non Russian litrpg story. I'm still on the fence with the sub plot of gamers trying to take down a game they love, but nonetheless the grind,crafting, PvP,and skill works are as good as any game reading. This book is longer than what normal page counts are. Can't wait for the next book.
March 25, 2018
This was just a really fun series, not too much of the gaming elements which tend to get tedious in some of the others (too many stat lists get old). Only downside is this is a 3 book set and there are only two books and the second, this one, ends with a bit of a cliff hanger. Good news is I'll actually sleep rather than read tonight. Highly recommended!
April 15, 2018
Great book
Another great instalment in what is an enthralling series. I find myself just as excited in the story outside of the virtual setting as I do inside. This is one of the few books where I haven't skipped past the outside story. Well structured great character development and a great story can't wait for the next book.
Another great instalment in what is an enthralling series. I find myself just as excited in the story outside of the virtual setting as I do inside. This is one of the few books where I haven't skipped past the outside story. Well structured great character development and a great story can't wait for the next book.
January 30, 2020
A great second book.
I have to admit I really like the story and characters. The endless explanations of the first book are gone. I’m kinda sad it’s only going to be a trilogy. One thing I noticed is that Dan the claw in the second book but wasn’t he Dan theclaw in the first book? I wonder why the change.
I have to admit I really like the story and characters. The endless explanations of the first book are gone. I’m kinda sad it’s only going to be a trilogy. One thing I noticed is that Dan the claw in the second book but wasn’t he Dan theclaw in the first book? I wonder why the change.
June 20, 2017
Can't wait for the 3rd!
Crazy Dan and friends are continuing their exploits as beta testers. The General and FBI trying to find info on how Altcon is alerting their player's psyche.
Crazy Dan and friends are continuing their exploits as beta testers. The General and FBI trying to find info on how Altcon is alerting their player's psyche.
June 26, 2017
An excellent second book.
The author retains his style and voice from the first in the series and continues to entertain. If you enjoyed the first in the series you will certainly enjoy this one as well.
The author retains his style and voice from the first in the series and continues to entertain. If you enjoyed the first in the series you will certainly enjoy this one as well.
September 6, 2021
Makes me want to play
The story within the story, the game itself makes me wish i could play it. That and the overall story causes me to be unable to stop reading and now i have to buy the next book
The story within the story, the game itself makes me wish i could play it. That and the overall story causes me to be unable to stop reading and now i have to buy the next book
July 11, 2017
Fun, fast paced adventure
Fun read, very quick, characters have great personalities. Really enjoying the series this fsr, can't wait for the next volume.
Fun read, very quick, characters have great personalities. Really enjoying the series this fsr, can't wait for the next volume.
July 21, 2017
Fun!
I really have enjoyed this series so far! The characters are wonderful! I absolutely love Dan and all his crazy antics. I can't wait for the next book!
I really have enjoyed this series so far! The characters are wonderful! I absolutely love Dan and all his crazy antics. I can't wait for the next book!
March 14, 2018
Good continuance
Same as before: good detail on the MMOPRG game. I needed more detail on the investigation happening in the "real world", more connecting points.
Same as before: good detail on the MMOPRG game. I needed more detail on the investigation happening in the "real world", more connecting points.
June 11, 2018
Very good read
The first two book are great.
I need to read the next book when is it coming out soon I hope.
The first two book are great.
I need to read the next book when is it coming out soon I hope.
July 4, 2018
Wonderful
This one sucked you in and did not let go. Have you the light and ended just as you realised the enemy's identity. Looking to the next one.
This one sucked you in and did not let go. Have you the light and ended just as you realised the enemy's identity. Looking to the next one.
October 25, 2018
Great book
Another stellar read from Joshua Nelson! More of the world and system are revealed this time and the intrigue only gets deeper.
Another stellar read from Joshua Nelson! More of the world and system are revealed this time and the intrigue only gets deeper.
September 27, 2017
Another page Turner!
Thoroughly enjoyed the further adventures of Alex, Wayne, Dan and Jason. It feels like there is more story here which makes sense since much of the first book is necessary for character and world building. Progression feels right, banter between players is so familiar and satisfying. I cannot wait for the novella and book 3!
Thoroughly enjoyed the further adventures of Alex, Wayne, Dan and Jason. It feels like there is more story here which makes sense since much of the first book is necessary for character and world building. Progression feels right, banter between players is so familiar and satisfying. I cannot wait for the novella and book 3!
September 28, 2021
I really enjoyed this book. It was fast paced with an entertaining narrative voice. I liked the development of the story line and the characters. The character interactions were so amusing. :)
I'm looking forward to the third installment! I'm very curious to see how the real world meshes with this RPG life.
I'm looking forward to the third installment! I'm very curious to see how the real world meshes with this RPG life.
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