Galactic Badlands

Galactic Badlands #1

by Zachariah Dracoulis

Charles Broadstokes is a little confused... There are cowboy boots on his feet, pop-up hints appearing in his vision, and, oh yeah, there’s a mariachi band in his head. The world's not going to slow down and let him catch up though, no, it's going to throw a chrome hover car at him and hope he gets the picture. Charles isn't what you'd call inept though, and before long he's proving himself as a quick shooter, fast learner, and more than willing to immerse himself in his pseudo-digital reality full of cruel crimelords, dangerous wild animals, and all manner of fun allies.

Genres: Science Fiction, Westerns

208 pages, Kindle Edition

Published August 30, 2018

Reviews

[DJay · Rating 3 out of 5]

I wanted to like this book more. It has the workings of a ton of things I like. LitRPG, western, aliens, insane people working with the MC. The only thing that really made me not give this a higher rating. The Main Character. He tries sooooo hard to be this kinda stand off guy. Not a jerk, but not lovable, and in the end just comes off to me as an ass. He has a big problem with just being straightforward with people, but expects everyone to be that way with him. He also leads people on and never quite straightens anything out with anyone. He's a fly by the seat of your pants kinda guy which I like, but at the end of the day he seems to be a very vanella main character. Just someone you always see but don't really care about. I don't see myself following this series too much further if the MC stays the same due to how dull he is and how vibrant everyone (even the damn eagle) is.

[Randall Medlin · Rating 5 out of 5]

I enjoyed this book. It is fast paced and loaded with action. The story has several weak points and the main protagonist makes foolish decisions, but overall it was a fun filled listen.

The narration was well done. I think the tone the narrator used added to the character of the protagonist. A more serious and gruff tone would have given a different image of the characters.

Disclaimer: I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.

[Steven Wade · Rating 4 out of 5]

Welcome to the badlands

While the part in the beginning where the main character talks to Death is confusing as hell, the story itself was fun and entertaining. The different characters are great and the story is well written. Would have been nice to do more character building on the bad guys.

[Troy Osgood · Rating 3 out of 5]

Audio version

litRPG, space western...

Two things I like. So had to check this out.

It was okay. The narrator was okay but his accent/tone of voice just felt off for a western setting.

Overall the story was fine. Characters were interesting. The plot was good. But it was just okay. Very light on the litRPG.

[M.A. Carlson · Rating 4 out of 5]

A good western in space

A new entry into the litrpg novel world and possibly unique. I enjoyed the story but game rules might need a bit more fleshing out. Still a good read and looking forward to the next book.

[James · Rating 5 out of 5]

Spaghetti Western in Space

This was a surprisingly good read. Made me think of old western movies I watched as a kid. MC is fun and author is doing a good job of keeping me engaged in the story.

[Jeff Nason · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of my favorite authors, with another awesome story

Action, humor, enjoyable characters, excellent writing, professional editing; what's not to like? Fair warning, sarcasm and puns are used. Enjoy.

[Josue Ortiz · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good read!!

Action, fast pace, and harem! A nice blend of western, sci-fi , LitRPG genre. Look forward to more bounty’s and action in the next installment.

[David · Rating 5 out of 5]

A fun read

Something different than my usual fare. I would definitely recommend this book as a guilty pleasure to pass the time.

[Joe Corso · Rating 3 out of 5]

Started out entertaining. Feels like it might go harem which would be disappointing, since there is a lot to do with space cowboy genre. Might give the second book a try.

[Magila · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.5

A fun take on GameLIT; I appreciated this because it felt fresh and different.

[D · Rating 2 out of 5]

Nope on book two.

[Michael Judy]

will not read any more by this author
couldn't finish book not my type