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Monster Tamer #1
Breaker
Three women. One man. A whole lot of monsters. Malem is a Breaker. He breaks the minds of beasts, exerting the steel vise of his will over their own, bending them to his wishes. His ability is severely limited in terms of the types of creatures he can control, and how many. Most monsters have always been beyond him. And then one day he accidentally breaks a monster girl. Doors begin to open for him faster than he thought possible… this book contains harem elements. The main character certainly isn't shy around women, and the magic system is unique in ways you might not expect. Also, the story can get a tad dark in places.
528 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 10, 2019
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Isaac Hooke
102 books508 followersIsaac Hooke is the best-selling author of the Ethan Galaal series of thriller novels, as well as the SF-themed ATLAS trilogy. When Isaac isn't writing, publishing, and blogging, he's busy cycling and taking pictures in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. He has a degree in Engineering Physics.
You can follow Isaac on Twitter @IsaacHooke and his website http://IsaacHooke.com.
You can follow Isaac on Twitter @IsaacHooke and his website http://IsaacHooke.com.
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April 8, 2019
This books doesn't even deserve 1 star
It's like this guy is trying to rip off both wild waste (Willian D Arron) and tamer (Tamer:King of Dinosaurs) at the same time yet throws in a bunch of broody little bitches that no one can relate to or wants to relate to. Stay away from this trash it's not worth your time. Your welcome.
It's like this guy is trying to rip off both wild waste (Willian D Arron) and tamer (Tamer:King of Dinosaurs) at the same time yet throws in a bunch of broody little bitches that no one can relate to or wants to relate to. Stay away from this trash it's not worth your time. Your welcome.
February 15, 2019
I've seen better
I wasn't really expecting a lot going in to this, but was at least hoping to be entertained. Unfortunately it didn't really manage that. The fights felt bland, I never got a great feel for the characters, and I've seen this story idea executed better in the past.
I wasn't really expecting a lot going in to this, but was at least hoping to be entertained. Unfortunately it didn't really manage that. The fights felt bland, I never got a great feel for the characters, and I've seen this story idea executed better in the past.
January 16, 2019
A great read, with a twist of dragons
A very involved storyline and plenty of characters with unknown loyalties and agendas find each other in this complex but enjoyable story of a man running from darkness towards a destiny which seems unavoidable. A fun read with a few twists and turns as the MC levels up while helping a damsel in distress, or a red dress in this case, and less of a damsel and more of a lady powerful enough to usually look after herself.
A very involved storyline and plenty of characters with unknown loyalties and agendas find each other in this complex but enjoyable story of a man running from darkness towards a destiny which seems unavoidable. A fun read with a few twists and turns as the MC levels up while helping a damsel in distress, or a red dress in this case, and less of a damsel and more of a lady powerful enough to usually look after herself.
January 23, 2019
Boring
Started out pretty good but then went on and on from one tribulation to another over and over ad nauseam.
Started out pretty good but then went on and on from one tribulation to another over and over ad nauseam.
January 27, 2019
A Few Twists on Tamer Theme, Decent Characters, Interesting World
Overall, this book is pretty well written and flows. There are a few quibbles, the author talks of hunting but seems to lack knowledge in the area and misunderstanding of basic nature.
But that is a minor detail. Malem, the main character is introduced during a time of stress, so his character is immediately revealed. He's shown to be thoughtful but haunted, pursued by Darkness that claims victims while seeking him. Only slowly through the book are the reasons for his haunting revealed, and they ring true because we see it effect his actions so often.
The breaking is analogous to the old school DnD concept of subduing a creature, and thus taking control of it. Physical damage or stress makes the target easier to break. As do moments of intimacy, which also create a deeper bond. Malem treats his Broken animals as friends, and takes good care of them.
Malem has cool pets including a Felipe, a monkey and Bounder, a riding lizard (iguanid) that is rarer then a horse, and more powerful and faster. There are other interesting creatures in the world, including large and very large carnivorous monstrous spiders, hill giants, elves, orcs, goblins, etc. In the background there is war and strife, and evil is looking to get the upper-hand. Its not always safe to travel the roads, and at night the best you can hope for is not to draw unwanted attention.
Malem encounters several interesting characters, first a bandit "princess", who rewards him for saving her from his own Darkness, after she and her crew waylay him on the road. She comes and goes as the story develops, and her name is only revealed later, Xaxia.
Then he runs into an exotic woman in red, Abigail, who somehow shows up on his breaking-radar, even though normal humans don't. He has to pursue her on the road, and earn her trust while joining in a battle to help her fight off wolves, and dire-wolves. He only learns much later after numerous other trials, what her true nature is. In the interim, she hires him to help her on her journey.
It quickly becomes clear that Abigail is on no simple journey, but pursued by the enemy. Oraks attack and harry her and Malem. They come to one burned-out village, plunder by the Oraks, and find a lone survivor, a half-goblins young lady by the name of Gwen.
Things develop on the road, including a relationship between Malem and Gwen, where her half-monster blood allows him to break her in a decidedly more friendly manner. What isn't expected is that the bond becomes permanent unlike his breaking of animals and regular monsters, and that it expands his capabilities.
Later, in order to have a chance of surviving a very tough situation when they are backed into a corner, Abigail also willingly submits to this breaking process. Its clear immediately that Gwen, Abigail, and Malem will be tied together forever.
There is a lot of cool stuff with dragons, including friendly and not-friendly dragons. Malem's breaking power has grown enough for him to take over a black (evil) dragon, which helps them a lot as they near their final destination.
Interesting developments as Abigail's true race and her family ties are revealed in the closing chapters. And the team decides to join the fight and try to turn the tides of the war in favor of good, setting up the next book. Even Xaxia signs up for the adventure.
Overall, this book is pretty well written and flows. There are a few quibbles, the author talks of hunting but seems to lack knowledge in the area and misunderstanding of basic nature.
But that is a minor detail. Malem, the main character is introduced during a time of stress, so his character is immediately revealed. He's shown to be thoughtful but haunted, pursued by Darkness that claims victims while seeking him. Only slowly through the book are the reasons for his haunting revealed, and they ring true because we see it effect his actions so often.
The breaking is analogous to the old school DnD concept of subduing a creature, and thus taking control of it. Physical damage or stress makes the target easier to break. As do moments of intimacy, which also create a deeper bond. Malem treats his Broken animals as friends, and takes good care of them.
Malem has cool pets including a Felipe, a monkey and Bounder, a riding lizard (iguanid) that is rarer then a horse, and more powerful and faster. There are other interesting creatures in the world, including large and very large carnivorous monstrous spiders, hill giants, elves, orcs, goblins, etc. In the background there is war and strife, and evil is looking to get the upper-hand. Its not always safe to travel the roads, and at night the best you can hope for is not to draw unwanted attention.
Malem encounters several interesting characters, first a bandit "princess", who rewards him for saving her from his own Darkness, after she and her crew waylay him on the road. She comes and goes as the story develops, and her name is only revealed later, Xaxia.
Then he runs into an exotic woman in red, Abigail, who somehow shows up on his breaking-radar, even though normal humans don't. He has to pursue her on the road, and earn her trust while joining in a battle to help her fight off wolves, and dire-wolves. He only learns much later after numerous other trials, what her true nature is. In the interim, she hires him to help her on her journey.
It quickly becomes clear that Abigail is on no simple journey, but pursued by the enemy. Oraks attack and harry her and Malem. They come to one burned-out village, plunder by the Oraks, and find a lone survivor, a half-goblins young lady by the name of Gwen.
Things develop on the road, including a relationship between Malem and Gwen, where her half-monster blood allows him to break her in a decidedly more friendly manner. What isn't expected is that the bond becomes permanent unlike his breaking of animals and regular monsters, and that it expands his capabilities.
Later, in order to have a chance of surviving a very tough situation when they are backed into a corner, Abigail also willingly submits to this breaking process. Its clear immediately that Gwen, Abigail, and Malem will be tied together forever.
There is a lot of cool stuff with dragons, including friendly and not-friendly dragons. Malem's breaking power has grown enough for him to take over a black (evil) dragon, which helps them a lot as they near their final destination.
Interesting developments as Abigail's true race and her family ties are revealed in the closing chapters. And the team decides to join the fight and try to turn the tides of the war in favor of good, setting up the next book. Even Xaxia signs up for the adventure.
January 30, 2019
Interesting Way To Gain Power
Malem is a Breaker. He can take control the minds of animals and monsters. He discovers an interesting way of breaking monster girls and gaining power at the same time. However, this also brings close connections to them. I like the action, and romance. The battle and love sequences are intense. The plot builds in a crescendo to the end. I look forward to another book.
Malem is a Breaker. He can take control the minds of animals and monsters. He discovers an interesting way of breaking monster girls and gaining power at the same time. However, this also brings close connections to them. I like the action, and romance. The battle and love sequences are intense. The plot builds in a crescendo to the end. I look forward to another book.
May 8, 2019
Pretty damn good overall. Had its moments where it struggled but overall it was a enjoyable read.
The magic was interesting and so was the story line. Definitely not one of those books where the MC is a simpering idiot/fool that has become so commonly used by authors now days. You know the type of MC i mean..
Would recommend :)
The magic was interesting and so was the story line. Definitely not one of those books where the MC is a simpering idiot/fool that has become so commonly used by authors now days. You know the type of MC i mean..
Would recommend :)
January 18, 2023
Is it okay to extort sexual favors from a bandit woman, in exchange for not turning her in to the authorities? Even if the author "decorates the moment" with "spiteful/payback-insults banter" from the girl bandit, I feel that it kind of sets the mood for a description of the main character, Malem: little or no ethical values, low self-esteem, a sadistic-streak and indifferent demeanor. The question then would be, if Malem cares so little for the things he does, and the people around him, then why extort sex if apparently it means so little or nothing to him? ( a kind of "pissing contest" that an immature/domineering man would have with a "rebellious/antagonist" bandit woman?)
I think there is a difference with monster taming, and recruiting sapient/sentient beings, mounts or "beast/spirit/other-species-women" to his "adventure-retinue"... Monster Taming is usually the creation of a "contract" or an "unbreakable bond" with an animal/monster/being and "recruiting team-members" takes negotiation, convenience, consent, etc...The author in this first book of the Monster Tamer series, keeps the "monster-tamer ability" in a sort of gray-zone (plot-hole central)... Usually mounts are not "tamed" but domesticated (like horses)... Even though, the author creates an emotional and skills connection with the animals/monsters/beings that the main character "bonds with"... Malem shares "night-vision", calms his "tamed animals" through his "connection"...but when these "beings" are "sapient and sentient", what happens with their "free will" and "consent"? Usually, sapient/sentient beings give their "consent" when they sign the "contract" (typically with blood contract or special runes), but the "tamed beings" never lose their "free-will"...
There is something positive about "creating or writing about a place that has no relation to Earth", even though the author does not define the "languages" of this other world... does define the "money" (drachmae-variation from the ancient greek currency) I find it strange, that Goblins, Humans, etc. talk to each other (as if there was a universal translator or the author placed this "convenient plot hole: languages") to make it easy for the "main characters" to communicate without any problems...
The cover illustration seems to lack "perspective"...Gwen's and Abigail's body (torso) are at a skewed angle, from the perspective of the main character, Malem, and from their respective "own heads" and monsters in the background...
Usually the monkey familiar, Felipe, is the typical pet to a pirate...but Malem, having only two taming possibilities...having a monkey and a mount, is rather not very powerful or optimal...Either Malem is not very strong as a "Monster Tamer" or the author didn't really think about providing Malem with ideal familiars, or doesn't give it as much importance because, Malem's retinue is quickly filled with "sapient beings" like Abigail, Xaxia and Gwen... So, then why make it a "Monster Tamer series" with "weak familiars"???
Malem is not "handsome", "strong", "affluent" or "powerful" and in my opinion is not a "chick-magnet"... So creating a "harem-retinue" around a main character that is not "charming, ideal or has seduction skills" is nonsensical and illogical. Usually, women (according to anthropologist/sociologist Helen Fisher) "desire" a man that will "provide for them" or "improve the genes of their progeny". If we are to believe the "bandit woman" from the beginning of book 1 , Malem is neither "handsome", "clean" or "physically endowed"...So, why "force a --Harem-retinue-- where there are no conditions to follow a "weak", "dirty", "tiny" (reference to his manhood), "poor", "un-instersting" main character like Malem??? Then, does the "taming bond" that Malem has, used to "force sexual situations" with sapient/sentient who become "enslaved" harem-retinue members?? If Malem has a monkey and a lizard as a mount, only 2 familiars, how is it "logical/rational" to be able to "raise that number to 7 sapient/sentient" beings (beast/spirit/etc. women) that would require much more "magic/mana/power/ability" than "controlling and forcing a monkey and a lizard"??? Can a harem-retinue of 7 beast/spirit/fantasy-species women be considered a "tamer's half-dozen" now? Or is it more like a "tamer's-sex-pack"?? Is it not considered continuous rape/slavery if the "women" are beast/spirit/fantasy-species women in a fictional fantasy book series??
I think there is a difference with monster taming, and recruiting sapient/sentient beings, mounts or "beast/spirit/other-species-women" to his "adventure-retinue"... Monster Taming is usually the creation of a "contract" or an "unbreakable bond" with an animal/monster/being and "recruiting team-members" takes negotiation, convenience, consent, etc...The author in this first book of the Monster Tamer series, keeps the "monster-tamer ability" in a sort of gray-zone (plot-hole central)... Usually mounts are not "tamed" but domesticated (like horses)... Even though, the author creates an emotional and skills connection with the animals/monsters/beings that the main character "bonds with"... Malem shares "night-vision", calms his "tamed animals" through his "connection"...but when these "beings" are "sapient and sentient", what happens with their "free will" and "consent"? Usually, sapient/sentient beings give their "consent" when they sign the "contract" (typically with blood contract or special runes), but the "tamed beings" never lose their "free-will"...
There is something positive about "creating or writing about a place that has no relation to Earth", even though the author does not define the "languages" of this other world... does define the "money" (drachmae-variation from the ancient greek currency) I find it strange, that Goblins, Humans, etc. talk to each other (as if there was a universal translator or the author placed this "convenient plot hole: languages") to make it easy for the "main characters" to communicate without any problems...
The cover illustration seems to lack "perspective"...Gwen's and Abigail's body (torso) are at a skewed angle, from the perspective of the main character, Malem, and from their respective "own heads" and monsters in the background...
Usually the monkey familiar, Felipe, is the typical pet to a pirate...but Malem, having only two taming possibilities...having a monkey and a mount, is rather not very powerful or optimal...Either Malem is not very strong as a "Monster Tamer" or the author didn't really think about providing Malem with ideal familiars, or doesn't give it as much importance because, Malem's retinue is quickly filled with "sapient beings" like Abigail, Xaxia and Gwen... So, then why make it a "Monster Tamer series" with "weak familiars"???
Malem is not "handsome", "strong", "affluent" or "powerful" and in my opinion is not a "chick-magnet"... So creating a "harem-retinue" around a main character that is not "charming, ideal or has seduction skills" is nonsensical and illogical. Usually, women (according to anthropologist/sociologist Helen Fisher) "desire" a man that will "provide for them" or "improve the genes of their progeny". If we are to believe the "bandit woman" from the beginning of book 1 , Malem is neither "handsome", "clean" or "physically endowed"...So, why "force a --Harem-retinue-- where there are no conditions to follow a "weak", "dirty", "tiny" (reference to his manhood), "poor", "un-instersting" main character like Malem??? Then, does the "taming bond" that Malem has, used to "force sexual situations" with sapient/sentient who become "enslaved" harem-retinue members?? If Malem has a monkey and a lizard as a mount, only 2 familiars, how is it "logical/rational" to be able to "raise that number to 7 sapient/sentient" beings (beast/spirit/etc. women) that would require much more "magic/mana/power/ability" than "controlling and forcing a monkey and a lizard"??? Can a harem-retinue of 7 beast/spirit/fantasy-species women be considered a "tamer's half-dozen" now? Or is it more like a "tamer's-sex-pack"?? Is it not considered continuous rape/slavery if the "women" are beast/spirit/fantasy-species women in a fictional fantasy book series??
May 15, 2019
Much better than expected
I went into this book with low expectations. I was thinking that I wouldn't finish it, but wanted to check it off my list. Right away I realized this was pretty good and not just another tired monster tamer book.
I wasn't crazy about Battle Harem, the only other book by Isaac Hooke that I've read. It was well enough written that I wanted to give this a try.
First This is not a transplanted from earth, or a stuck in a computer simulation story. The main character Malem is not from earth and never heard of it, so that's a relief. That particular shtick is getting tiresome, especially if you drop any mention of earth after chapter two so it never mattered anyway, or if our earth-man whines about how he misses cheeseburgers and the internet. I'm so glad this is a straight up fantasy novel with mild game elements, instead of a fantasy novel ruined by trying to be LitRPG. So right off the bat I'm happy with the choices the author is making.
Second. I like the pacing of the story arc. Too many writers rush ahead giving the MC Too many powers and lovers too fast and have nowhere to go after that. Hats off to Isaac for having the craft to construct this book well.
This book is well written and (mostly) well thought out. I enjoyed the hell out of it. There were sex scenes, 3 that I remember but they fit well into the plot and didn't seem forced or out of the blue.
I could say the the characters might have been more likeable, but they were more likeable by the end and that leaves room for growth in future books.
I'm a little creeped out by the term: Break, Breaker, Broken in this book. That's the main reason I couldn't give it 5 stars. Other books have the hero recruiting monster girls to his cause with sex. It's an inherently fraught scenario that needs a lot more tact than: Break, Breaker, Broken to avoid sounding despicable. Wile the main character does stay on the right side of consent, and straddles the line on decency, that Break, and Broken thing makes my skin crawl where the events of the story don't warrant it. Maybe those words lack the darker connotations in Canada where the author is from.
I went into this book with low expectations. I was thinking that I wouldn't finish it, but wanted to check it off my list. Right away I realized this was pretty good and not just another tired monster tamer book.
I wasn't crazy about Battle Harem, the only other book by Isaac Hooke that I've read. It was well enough written that I wanted to give this a try.
First This is not a transplanted from earth, or a stuck in a computer simulation story. The main character Malem is not from earth and never heard of it, so that's a relief. That particular shtick is getting tiresome, especially if you drop any mention of earth after chapter two so it never mattered anyway, or if our earth-man whines about how he misses cheeseburgers and the internet. I'm so glad this is a straight up fantasy novel with mild game elements, instead of a fantasy novel ruined by trying to be LitRPG. So right off the bat I'm happy with the choices the author is making.
Second. I like the pacing of the story arc. Too many writers rush ahead giving the MC Too many powers and lovers too fast and have nowhere to go after that. Hats off to Isaac for having the craft to construct this book well.
This book is well written and (mostly) well thought out. I enjoyed the hell out of it. There were sex scenes, 3 that I remember but they fit well into the plot and didn't seem forced or out of the blue.
I could say the the characters might have been more likeable, but they were more likeable by the end and that leaves room for growth in future books.
I'm a little creeped out by the term: Break, Breaker, Broken in this book. That's the main reason I couldn't give it 5 stars. Other books have the hero recruiting monster girls to his cause with sex. It's an inherently fraught scenario that needs a lot more tact than: Break, Breaker, Broken to avoid sounding despicable. Wile the main character does stay on the right side of consent, and straddles the line on decency, that Break, and Broken thing makes my skin crawl where the events of the story don't warrant it. Maybe those words lack the darker connotations in Canada where the author is from.
January 20, 2020
I saw this book and picked it up since the synopsis looked interesting. It isn't mind blowing, or breaking any ground, it is a pretty standard fantasy novel, but one which is mostly enjoyable.
The scene with the bandit at the beginning was a bit off putting, but it circles around and becomes part of the story. I'm not going to say the author writes believable female characters because he doesn't...not really at all. However at least it is consistent, and I can just tell myself it is a different world with different societal norms. I'm sure some people would think this is a deal breaker, but it isn't for me. Especially because this is a major part of the plot, and it makes it different in a way that not many books are.
The story follows a normal fantasy plot, where a group of characters have to travel to a certain location through a wilderness where people and things hunting them want them dead. This is enjoyable, and I like the magical powers of the main character, and how they have room for improvement and expansion, and what that expansion is tied to. Once I got use to his relationship with the female characters, it started to become amusing. It took me longer than normal, but once into the story I had no problem accepting what I was given and enjoying the world and the story.
I read the audio book which is read by Luke Daniels, who has quickly become one of my favorite readers. He does an outstanding job here, just as he did with the Valkyrie Collections series by Brian McClellan. If you can I would suggest definitely listening to the audio book version, it is well worth it.
It's not an outstanding book, but it is 100% a good book. I'm going to read the rest in the series so that says it all. The story reads quick, and I really like the pacing. When we have battles there is a good ebb and flow with a balance of positives and negatives for the main characters, It is nice to see, it is not always done well. The book never drags for me, and I read right through it, interested all the way.
The scene with the bandit at the beginning was a bit off putting, but it circles around and becomes part of the story. I'm not going to say the author writes believable female characters because he doesn't...not really at all. However at least it is consistent, and I can just tell myself it is a different world with different societal norms. I'm sure some people would think this is a deal breaker, but it isn't for me. Especially because this is a major part of the plot, and it makes it different in a way that not many books are.
The story follows a normal fantasy plot, where a group of characters have to travel to a certain location through a wilderness where people and things hunting them want them dead. This is enjoyable, and I like the magical powers of the main character, and how they have room for improvement and expansion, and what that expansion is tied to. Once I got use to his relationship with the female characters, it started to become amusing. It took me longer than normal, but once into the story I had no problem accepting what I was given and enjoying the world and the story.
I read the audio book which is read by Luke Daniels, who has quickly become one of my favorite readers. He does an outstanding job here, just as he did with the Valkyrie Collections series by Brian McClellan. If you can I would suggest definitely listening to the audio book version, it is well worth it.
It's not an outstanding book, but it is 100% a good book. I'm going to read the rest in the series so that says it all. The story reads quick, and I really like the pacing. When we have battles there is a good ebb and flow with a balance of positives and negatives for the main characters, It is nice to see, it is not always done well. The book never drags for me, and I read right through it, interested all the way.
October 10, 2019
I am more impressed with this book than expected. Not a litRPG at all, but a well-developed sci-fi fantasy tale. There are harem elements, but they are quite tame compared to other titles. The characters are wonderful; a bit unique just as is the plot. The dragons brought an added twist to the story as the main plot was developing. Our protagonist Malem is a beast breaker; i.e., he breaks the will of his target and takes control of its mind. Malem was limited in his abilities compared to other breakers in that he could only control two beasts at a time where others could control six or seven. Then one day he broke a half-human, half-goblin female which granted new and interesting results. Thus, Malem’s life began down an entirely new path; one that he had never dreamed of. The more Malem experimented, the stronger his abilities became. And that, in turn, opened even more challenges and opportunities. The tale is quite entertaining, and the character’s dialogue is quick and witty. I’m looking forward to the next volume to see how the adventure unfolds. Luke Daniels, as always, does an excellent job as the narrator. Four.point.five. I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.
December 8, 2020
Breaker of Monsters and Hearts
Having the ability to use an animal or animals to live and survive are all that are important to the MC until a beautiful woman crosses his path. He tries to break into her mind and she blocks his attempts enough that he tries to pursue her and ends up saving her from monsters. Then gets pulled into being her protector to the land of Metal Dragons. Yet, to get there they must fight tons of monsters. As they travel, he is able to get stronger and stronger at breaking the minds of monsters. ...Dragons...
Read and find out.
I enjoyed reading this story from start to finish and look forward to more power and broken monsters and women...
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Having the ability to use an animal or animals to live and survive are all that are important to the MC until a beautiful woman crosses his path. He tries to break into her mind and she blocks his attempts enough that he tries to pursue her and ends up saving her from monsters. Then gets pulled into being her protector to the land of Metal Dragons. Yet, to get there they must fight tons of monsters. As they travel, he is able to get stronger and stronger at breaking the minds of monsters. ...Dragons...
Read and find out.
I enjoyed reading this story from start to finish and look forward to more power and broken monsters and women...
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January 20, 2019
Very nice
Your a great writer Isaac, I enjoy all your books. I was pleasantly surprised to see you getting into monstergirl/harem writing. The whole gendre seems to be exploding( to my great pleasure lmao). Anyways it's a good book, I like the plot, needs to be a bit more risque for the whole harem vibe, but not to much more. Like I said a great writer, great promise, highly recommend to everybody ;)
Your a great writer Isaac, I enjoy all your books. I was pleasantly surprised to see you getting into monstergirl/harem writing. The whole gendre seems to be exploding( to my great pleasure lmao). Anyways it's a good book, I like the plot, needs to be a bit more risque for the whole harem vibe, but not to much more. Like I said a great writer, great promise, highly recommend to everybody ;)
February 10, 2019
A truly remarkable read
Isaac Hooke has created some truly interesting characters with their own unique quirks and personalities. Set in an almost typical good versus evil world at war scenario. What sets this book apart isn't just it's characters but also a fairly unique and interesting style of magic used by the MC. The action is fast paced and well written. Definitely recommend it
Isaac Hooke has created some truly interesting characters with their own unique quirks and personalities. Set in an almost typical good versus evil world at war scenario. What sets this book apart isn't just it's characters but also a fairly unique and interesting style of magic used by the MC. The action is fast paced and well written. Definitely recommend it
February 23, 2019
Excellent start
Very complex by the end. Seems there are skeletons in everyone's closet in this book. I liked the premise and feel of the story. Our very reluctant hero (not an angel) is slowly dragged deeper into the surrounding war. Along the way discovers new abilities and powers as he collects monsters. Can't wait to see how he feels with so many woman in the next book. Good luck buddy
Very complex by the end. Seems there are skeletons in everyone's closet in this book. I liked the premise and feel of the story. Our very reluctant hero (not an angel) is slowly dragged deeper into the surrounding war. Along the way discovers new abilities and powers as he collects monsters. Can't wait to see how he feels with so many woman in the next book. Good luck buddy
March 5, 2019
Unlikely hero
Story was easy to follow and had nice pacing. Didn't get bored and never felt the need to take a break from reading.
I did feel as if I may have missed previous books or series; however, the story does stand alone.
I will finish the series so it is worth the time.
If you like dragons, uncovering back stories and people falling in love then this story shouldn't disappoint.
Story was easy to follow and had nice pacing. Didn't get bored and never felt the need to take a break from reading.
I did feel as if I may have missed previous books or series; however, the story does stand alone.
I will finish the series so it is worth the time.
If you like dragons, uncovering back stories and people falling in love then this story shouldn't disappoint.
April 3, 2019
I actually bought this by accident and instead of returning it I decided to give it a shot since I've enjoyed Isaac's work in the past. I'll admit that I really enjoyed some of it and was very annoyed by other parts of it. I think a good editor could have cut a third of the book and made it a 4 or maybe even 5 star read. As it is I enjoyed it and I'll probably get the second book in the series if I see it on sale...
January 13, 2019
A very entertaining story.
This is the first book in a new series and I enjoyed it alot. The characters are good the MC has flaws that are explored during the book. The secondary characters are interesting and important to the story and have real worth in the story. The author has good pacing for the book.
This is the first book in a new series and I enjoyed it alot. The characters are good the MC has flaws that are explored during the book. The secondary characters are interesting and important to the story and have real worth in the story. The author has good pacing for the book.
January 20, 2019
Fantasty harem book
This was a good premise within its genre. There's a character who can control the minds of animals and eventually learns he can do the same to demihumans.
The plot was a bit linear, with the characters mostly reacting to the danger in front of them. But the relationships were interesting and more complex than just "everyone gets along"
This was a good premise within its genre. There's a character who can control the minds of animals and eventually learns he can do the same to demihumans.
The plot was a bit linear, with the characters mostly reacting to the danger in front of them. But the relationships were interesting and more complex than just "everyone gets along"
January 21, 2019
a typical Isaac Hooke book full of action. Malem a breaker can mentally control certain animals. I his wanderings he meets 3 women and is able to get into the minds of all 3 which increases his powers. The last one he turns is a Dragon shifter who wants him to help in their war but he has his own personal war with the black entity.
January 24, 2019
Good
I enjoyed this book. Malem was a very interesting character as he doesn’t seem completely heroic or good as the MC. Yet he still does the right thing even though he doesn’t do the right things for the right reasons all the time. All of the supporting characters are well written and developed which is important.
I enjoyed this book. Malem was a very interesting character as he doesn’t seem completely heroic or good as the MC. Yet he still does the right thing even though he doesn’t do the right things for the right reasons all the time. All of the supporting characters are well written and developed which is important.
January 30, 2019
This was an interesting and entertaining book, it had some problems with feeling a bit too video game some times that kind of brought me out of it, and oraks and goblings feel a bit unneaded when they are just one letter substitutions from the normal pattern baddies, all in all entertaining, but a bit silly some times, but absolute worth a try if you like fantasy.
March 10, 2019
Warning! Do not read! You will be very sorry if you waste your time reading this series. While this book is just mediocre and not very good. The second book has the worst ending I have ever read. Ignore this Warning at your own peril. I thought it would get better in the 2nd book. Boy, was I ever wrong!
July 8, 2019
Good read
Yes it has the required male who powers up with sex, links or bonds women, or half-time women, but it isn't only about that. Oraks, not orcs, goblings, not goblins, elves, dragons who shift to humans, a reluctant warrior/hero, chases, battles, etc.
An interesting start to a series.
Yes it has the required male who powers up with sex, links or bonds women, or half-time women, but it isn't only about that. Oraks, not orcs, goblings, not goblins, elves, dragons who shift to humans, a reluctant warrior/hero, chases, battles, etc.
An interesting start to a series.
February 6, 2021
Pretty good
I am new to the harem genre and don’t have many books of the same type to compare Monster Breaker to, but I liked the story. The protagonist is a good compilation of hero and wanderer, while the monster girls are uniquely imagined species. The dialogue fell flat at times, but overall it was entertaining.
I am new to the harem genre and don’t have many books of the same type to compare Monster Breaker to, but I liked the story. The protagonist is a good compilation of hero and wanderer, while the monster girls are uniquely imagined species. The dialogue fell flat at times, but overall it was entertaining.
January 13, 2019
Solid action and decent romance progression
I hope to see more of this monster taming action novel. Also interested to see how the romance develops overtime in the following novels
I hope to see more of this monster taming action novel. Also interested to see how the romance develops overtime in the following novels
January 17, 2019
Captivating book from beginning to end
Malem, the main character can’t seem to get away from his past. Meets 3 women while on the road to know where. Battle scenes sprinkle throughout the book. A good read for fantasy readers.
Malem, the main character can’t seem to get away from his past. Meets 3 women while on the road to know where. Battle scenes sprinkle throughout the book. A good read for fantasy readers.
January 22, 2019
Truly amazing story
I really enjoyed this story and its characters and recommend it to everyone who likes adventure and a very twisting plot, it kept me wanting more the whole book, amazing story.
I really enjoyed this story and its characters and recommend it to everyone who likes adventure and a very twisting plot, it kept me wanting more the whole book, amazing story.
January 29, 2019
A fun exciting read!
I chose the Harem genre as a change from my usual selections. While I have read several Breaker stands alone. Yes, there is some sex, but not enough to distract from the story. Well written, well thought out, well, just great!
I chose the Harem genre as a change from my usual selections. While I have read several Breaker stands alone. Yes, there is some sex, but not enough to distract from the story. Well written, well thought out, well, just great!
February 4, 2019
Interesting and Action-Filled
An interesting and different fantasy harem series, filled with action, magic, and mystery. There’s a lot going in here, and while there are still a few rough patches, the story and the characters promise a lot. Definitely worth watching.
An interesting and different fantasy harem series, filled with action, magic, and mystery. There’s a lot going in here, and while there are still a few rough patches, the story and the characters promise a lot. Definitely worth watching.
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