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The Saga of Tanya the Evil Light Novel #7
The Saga of Tanya the Evil, Vol. 7 (light novel): Ut Sementem Feceris, ita Metes
Even in the skies above the quagmire of the Eastern front, the gunfire never ceases. It's here that the Salamander Kampfgruppe has been thrust into the madness of battle once again as another cog in the machine of war. For good or for ill, the time has come to reap what they have sown. Their only hope is that they will be blessed with a harvest of victory.
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First published December 28, 2016
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January 28, 2020
開始懷疑本書作者似乎不是以表面上的歐洲大戰來玩，而是在骨子裡套用了日本二戰時的大戰略陷阱？在這第七集的故事裡，女主角（某大叔）所率領的「帝國」（影射德意志第三帝國）精銳部隊，經過幾場勝利戰役後將戰線推進到了離「聯邦」（影射共產蘇聯）的腹地，首都莫斯科已在他們的攻擊威脅之下。女主角（某大叔）已經樂觀地預測《布列斯特–立陶夫斯克條約》的簽訂。然而最後在帝國的最高統帥會議上，參謀部所提出的停戰和約草案，竟然被高層所推翻，並要求軍方繼續進行征服戰爭。
「太過害怕緩慢地逐漸窮困，所以打算迅速地衝向破產嗎？」故事裡參謀中將這句挖苦財政部長的話，正好是現代人評論日本的「為了避免慢慢輸光，結果卻一把輸個精光」有異曲同工之妙。
「存在 X」已經許久沒有出場了。女主角（某大叔）對社會組織怪現象的諷刺，依然是這部作品吸引我讀下去的最大亮點。
期待接下來的故事。
「太過害怕緩慢地逐漸窮困，所以打算迅速地衝向破產嗎？」故事裡參謀中將這句挖苦財政部長的話，正好是現代人評論日本的「為了避免慢慢輸光，結果卻一把輸個精光」有異曲同工之妙。
「存在 X」已經許久沒有出場了。女主角（某大叔）對社會組織怪現象的諷刺，依然是這部作品吸引我讀下去的最大亮點。
期待接下來的故事。
March 14, 2021
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Ut Sementem Feceris, ita Mete – As you sow, so shall you reap. The Latin titles continue to be extremely on-point in this series. Things have picked back up a bit since the lull in the last book as the war continues. The series has spent quite a few volumes focused on the Empire (not-Germany) fighting the Union (not-Russia) at this point. But it’s starting to seem like the end of that fighting is in sight. If for no other reason than both militaries are practically on their last legs. Until, of course, reality ensues.
The opening of this volume is fantastic because Tanya’s unit gets stuck babysitting an observer from a neutral country. This guy provides some outside perspective and reminds us, the readers, just how insane everything Tanya’s group now considers normal really is. War is hell but, apparently, you can get used to anything given enough time. And it is hilarious. Seeing this guy utterly horrified while Tanya just stands there with a “this is fine” face. While this all ties into the heavy diplomacy the last book really focused on, it mixes it pretty evenly with the action sequences of the earlier volumes. The action is more in the middle here while the politics are the book-ends.
Now for a lot of this series, the brass has been disconnected from the frontline troops in terms of thought. We’ve seen time and again how Tanya’s knowledge of Earth’s military history lets her predict how things will play out. We’re now to the point where the brass realizes they’re barely hanging in there. Manpower and resources are stretched to the limit; victory or defeat, the war will end soon. So, they better do their best to make sure it’s a victory. Unfortunately, the civilian leadership is of another mind and the aforementioned reality ensues.
In my review of the last book, I talked about how humans are rarely logical creatures. Even when there is an obvious logical choice, emotions often stop us from acting like Vulcans. In this case, greed is the motivating emotion. Seeing is believing and the civilian leadership has not seen the frontlines. Not to mention people tend to only see what they want to, in this case viewing small victories as bigger than they are. We see more of that here and there’s no question Tanya’s battles will be far from over in Volume 8.
5 stars for this book though. A great mix of the action and political elements I’ve come to love in this series.
Ut Sementem Feceris, ita Mete – As you sow, so shall you reap. The Latin titles continue to be extremely on-point in this series. Things have picked back up a bit since the lull in the last book as the war continues. The series has spent quite a few volumes focused on the Empire (not-Germany) fighting the Union (not-Russia) at this point. But it’s starting to seem like the end of that fighting is in sight. If for no other reason than both militaries are practically on their last legs. Until, of course, reality ensues.
The opening of this volume is fantastic because Tanya’s unit gets stuck babysitting an observer from a neutral country. This guy provides some outside perspective and reminds us, the readers, just how insane everything Tanya’s group now considers normal really is. War is hell but, apparently, you can get used to anything given enough time. And it is hilarious. Seeing this guy utterly horrified while Tanya just stands there with a “this is fine” face. While this all ties into the heavy diplomacy the last book really focused on, it mixes it pretty evenly with the action sequences of the earlier volumes. The action is more in the middle here while the politics are the book-ends.
Now for a lot of this series, the brass has been disconnected from the frontline troops in terms of thought. We’ve seen time and again how Tanya’s knowledge of Earth’s military history lets her predict how things will play out. We’re now to the point where the brass realizes they’re barely hanging in there. Manpower and resources are stretched to the limit; victory or defeat, the war will end soon. So, they better do their best to make sure it’s a victory. Unfortunately, the civilian leadership is of another mind and the aforementioned reality ensues.
In my review of the last book, I talked about how humans are rarely logical creatures. Even when there is an obvious logical choice, emotions often stop us from acting like Vulcans. In this case, greed is the motivating emotion. Seeing is believing and the civilian leadership has not seen the frontlines. Not to mention people tend to only see what they want to, in this case viewing small victories as bigger than they are. We see more of that here and there’s no question Tanya’s battles will be far from over in Volume 8.
5 stars for this book though. A great mix of the action and political elements I’ve come to love in this series.
August 23, 2020
The war drags on but the end is in sight. At least, relatively speaking, the end of the war is in sight. Through the eyes of the Salamander Kampfgruppe and its vicious commanding officer, Lieutenant Colonel Tanya von Degurechaff, combat on the eastern front of the great war has whittled each opposing force down to its most stalwart components. Winter has passed, and the with the spring comes the mud and muck of distant lowlands not fit for human habitation. The Federation lacks cohesion. The Empire lacks resources. The end is in sight.
Or so one would think. THE SAGA OF TANYA THE EVIL #7 nurtures the familiar refrain of the elite, political class marshalling its agenda ignorant or in spite of the reality lived by those on the front lines. The only difference, with this volume of Carlo Zen's novel series, is that readers receive a far more straightforward and unvarnished glimpse of how, precisely, this happens. At the fore, the soldiers of the Salamander Kampfgruppe survive an array of nasty conflicts. They attack. They retreat. They succeed and they fail. They endure the onslaught of enemy mages equipped with new type of computation orb that nearly changes the tide of battle. For the first 100 pages of THE SAGA OF TANYA THE EVIL #7, readers sink back into the grit and grime of war.
However, behind the scenes, diplomacy is at work. Colonel von Lergen has taken more seriously his newfound role of envoy and seeks to use the Empire's relationship with the Kingdom of Ildoa to broker peace talks with the Federation. The peace-despite-war effort is not duplicitous -- von Lergen has grown quite shrewd over the past two volumes. And the effort certainly isn't one-sided -- Colonel Virginio Calandro, of Ildoa, visits the eastern front and even embeds with Tanya's crew to witness the horrible haze of war for himself. And yet, there remain forces at play higher in the Empire's machinery that wish for more "victory," regardless of the bloodshed that would result.
Funnily enough, it's Lieutenant Generals von Rudersdorf and von Zettour who find themselves arguing for an end to conflict, before politicians, in a stuffy conference room. The prolonged irony is not lost on the men. They've argued and bickered for the resources to push their military to its limit. Now, they seek the opposite. But the "civil servants" in the room, too deeply indoctrinated by their own culture of war, refuse to accept anything but total victory and economic reparations from the loser. If loyal counsel is refused, then is the Empire fully and truly doomed?
THE SAGA OF TANYA THE EVIL #7 is a strong volume. The title's narrative trajectory is almost entirely linear and without the shifting point-of-views that have typified the previous two or three volumes. Readers stick with Tanya's group for what amounts to a majority of the book, only detaching for necessary context regarding peace negotiations (von Lergen), war negotiations (von Rudersdorf and von Zettour), and the requisite foreshadowing of a showdown between first lieutenant Mary Sue and the Empire's erstwhile Devil of the Rhine. Regarding Mary Sue, as with her every appearance, she's a whiny brat who refuses to acknowledge the basics of military duty. One can only hope she gets some sense knocked into her the next time she encounters the Empire's ace aerial mages.
The domestic (Western) release of this book took considerably longer than previous volumes of the novel series. The translation remains sharp and novel series' characterization of personas of all stripes remains consistent.
Alas, patience is a virtue, for the title's back-to-basics focus on aerial mage combat techniques, terrain-based tactical advantages, and situational ethics associated with urban warfare make for a more engaging narrative. Previous volumes played up the Empire's politics and the politics of its foes. THE SAGA OF TANYA THE EVIL #7 gets back to the heart of the matter: blood and conflict.
Or so one would think. THE SAGA OF TANYA THE EVIL #7 nurtures the familiar refrain of the elite, political class marshalling its agenda ignorant or in spite of the reality lived by those on the front lines. The only difference, with this volume of Carlo Zen's novel series, is that readers receive a far more straightforward and unvarnished glimpse of how, precisely, this happens. At the fore, the soldiers of the Salamander Kampfgruppe survive an array of nasty conflicts. They attack. They retreat. They succeed and they fail. They endure the onslaught of enemy mages equipped with new type of computation orb that nearly changes the tide of battle. For the first 100 pages of THE SAGA OF TANYA THE EVIL #7, readers sink back into the grit and grime of war.
However, behind the scenes, diplomacy is at work. Colonel von Lergen has taken more seriously his newfound role of envoy and seeks to use the Empire's relationship with the Kingdom of Ildoa to broker peace talks with the Federation. The peace-despite-war effort is not duplicitous -- von Lergen has grown quite shrewd over the past two volumes. And the effort certainly isn't one-sided -- Colonel Virginio Calandro, of Ildoa, visits the eastern front and even embeds with Tanya's crew to witness the horrible haze of war for himself. And yet, there remain forces at play higher in the Empire's machinery that wish for more "victory," regardless of the bloodshed that would result.
Funnily enough, it's Lieutenant Generals von Rudersdorf and von Zettour who find themselves arguing for an end to conflict, before politicians, in a stuffy conference room. The prolonged irony is not lost on the men. They've argued and bickered for the resources to push their military to its limit. Now, they seek the opposite. But the "civil servants" in the room, too deeply indoctrinated by their own culture of war, refuse to accept anything but total victory and economic reparations from the loser. If loyal counsel is refused, then is the Empire fully and truly doomed?
THE SAGA OF TANYA THE EVIL #7 is a strong volume. The title's narrative trajectory is almost entirely linear and without the shifting point-of-views that have typified the previous two or three volumes. Readers stick with Tanya's group for what amounts to a majority of the book, only detaching for necessary context regarding peace negotiations (von Lergen), war negotiations (von Rudersdorf and von Zettour), and the requisite foreshadowing of a showdown between first lieutenant Mary Sue and the Empire's erstwhile Devil of the Rhine. Regarding Mary Sue, as with her every appearance, she's a whiny brat who refuses to acknowledge the basics of military duty. One can only hope she gets some sense knocked into her the next time she encounters the Empire's ace aerial mages.
The domestic (Western) release of this book took considerably longer than previous volumes of the novel series. The translation remains sharp and novel series' characterization of personas of all stripes remains consistent.
Alas, patience is a virtue, for the title's back-to-basics focus on aerial mage combat techniques, terrain-based tactical advantages, and situational ethics associated with urban warfare make for a more engaging narrative. Previous volumes played up the Empire's politics and the politics of its foes. THE SAGA OF TANYA THE EVIL #7 gets back to the heart of the matter: blood and conflict.
August 21, 2020
In Summary
Volume 7 packs a lot into a short timeframe. All the action takes place on the Eastern Front, but there’s plenty of chaotic back-and-forth clashing. Between near misses, masses of enemy mages with incredible firepower, and impossible requests from higher ups, there’s never a dull moment for Tanya.
The Review
Most volumes in the series chronicle events that span over months and across multiple war fronts. In contrast, Volume 7 focuses solely on the happenings of the Eastern Front from April 20, 1927 to May 14, 1927. In other words, a ton of stuff takes place in just a few weeks in the war against the Federation.
If you’ve stuck with Tanya this long, you’re probably used to Zen-sensei habit of shifting POV’s and minimizing setting descriptions to the point where you’re not sure who’s in the room. If you’re able to tolerate those stylistic idiosyncrasies, you’ll find Volume 7 a fairly thrilling narrative of Imperial finesse versus Federation brute force with a lot of politics sprinkled throughout.
The volume opens with the Salamander Kampfgruppe abruptly yanked back to the East because the Federation got the jump on the Empire. Rather than the Imperial Army launching a spring counteroffensive, the Federation Army is shoving them back hard. The resulting disarray is vividly depicted as Tanya narrowly escapes getting blown up by a Federation trap, blocks an Imperial unit on the brink of desertion, encounters enemy mages with a new model orb, and barely averts friendly fire on her Kampfgruppe.
In the midst of this chaos, Colonel Lergen visits Tanya on the front with a request. Up till now, Lergen’s thoughts on Tanya have been a continual refrain of “she’s a monster,” “she’s abnormal.” While the two continue to not quite be on the same page, it’s nice to see him finally feel respect toward the peace-loving individual that’s Tanya. As for his request, it’s rather surprising. Tanya’s to play host to a high level Ildoan military observer.
In addition to creating another annoyance in Tanya’s already burdensome work environment, Colonel Calandro provides a normie’s perspective on the front. Tanya and the Empire have been fighting multiple fronts nonstop for years whereas Calandro and Ildoa are newbies to clashing with enemies who don’t recognize international war conventions.
Calandro’s not the only one faced with unpleasant new realities. General Staff has been progressively forced to do more with less, and the precision fighting machine that was the Imperial Army is now resorting to making all or nothing gambles. The conversations between Rudersdorf and Zettour still trend toward long-winded, but they effectively show how pressure’s building on the higher ups.
Despite all the activity on the Eastern Front, we only get one glimpse of the Federation pedophile Loria, but that one scene is telling enough. As for the joint mage force under Drake and Mikel, we also get a glimpse of how the brawling in the East impacts forces in the North. Unfortunately, most of that glimpse is Mary Sue reacting to her new orders like a spoiled child.
Extras include map and fold-out illustrations in color; appendixes of the history timeline and general commentary; author afterword; and six black-and-white illustrations.
For more manga and book reviews, drop by my blog Keeping It In Canon!
Volume 7 packs a lot into a short timeframe. All the action takes place on the Eastern Front, but there’s plenty of chaotic back-and-forth clashing. Between near misses, masses of enemy mages with incredible firepower, and impossible requests from higher ups, there’s never a dull moment for Tanya.
The Review
Most volumes in the series chronicle events that span over months and across multiple war fronts. In contrast, Volume 7 focuses solely on the happenings of the Eastern Front from April 20, 1927 to May 14, 1927. In other words, a ton of stuff takes place in just a few weeks in the war against the Federation.
If you’ve stuck with Tanya this long, you’re probably used to Zen-sensei habit of shifting POV’s and minimizing setting descriptions to the point where you’re not sure who’s in the room. If you’re able to tolerate those stylistic idiosyncrasies, you’ll find Volume 7 a fairly thrilling narrative of Imperial finesse versus Federation brute force with a lot of politics sprinkled throughout.
The volume opens with the Salamander Kampfgruppe abruptly yanked back to the East because the Federation got the jump on the Empire. Rather than the Imperial Army launching a spring counteroffensive, the Federation Army is shoving them back hard. The resulting disarray is vividly depicted as Tanya narrowly escapes getting blown up by a Federation trap, blocks an Imperial unit on the brink of desertion, encounters enemy mages with a new model orb, and barely averts friendly fire on her Kampfgruppe.
In the midst of this chaos, Colonel Lergen visits Tanya on the front with a request. Up till now, Lergen’s thoughts on Tanya have been a continual refrain of “she’s a monster,” “she’s abnormal.” While the two continue to not quite be on the same page, it’s nice to see him finally feel respect toward the peace-loving individual that’s Tanya. As for his request, it’s rather surprising. Tanya’s to play host to a high level Ildoan military observer.
In addition to creating another annoyance in Tanya’s already burdensome work environment, Colonel Calandro provides a normie’s perspective on the front. Tanya and the Empire have been fighting multiple fronts nonstop for years whereas Calandro and Ildoa are newbies to clashing with enemies who don’t recognize international war conventions.
Calandro’s not the only one faced with unpleasant new realities. General Staff has been progressively forced to do more with less, and the precision fighting machine that was the Imperial Army is now resorting to making all or nothing gambles. The conversations between Rudersdorf and Zettour still trend toward long-winded, but they effectively show how pressure’s building on the higher ups.
Despite all the activity on the Eastern Front, we only get one glimpse of the Federation pedophile Loria, but that one scene is telling enough. As for the joint mage force under Drake and Mikel, we also get a glimpse of how the brawling in the East impacts forces in the North. Unfortunately, most of that glimpse is Mary Sue reacting to her new orders like a spoiled child.
Extras include map and fold-out illustrations in color; appendixes of the history timeline and general commentary; author afterword; and six black-and-white illustrations.
For more manga and book reviews, drop by my blog Keeping It In Canon!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
September 17, 2023
Ut Sementem Feceris, ita Metes - Consequences Unravel in the Wake of Ambition
The Saga of Tanya the Evil continues its riveting exploration of war, ambition, and the relentless pursuit of power with Vol. 7: Ut Sementem Feceris, ita Metes by Carlo Zen. In this installment, the consequences of Tanya's actions come to the forefront, providing readers with an intense and thought-provoking narrative.
Carlo Zen's storytelling prowess remains a cornerstone of this series. The intricate plot pushes Tanya and her companions into increasingly perilous situations, as the full weight of their ambitions becomes apparent. The narrative is marked by tension, high-stakes scenarios, and the unyielding pursuit of personal goals.
Character development remains a standout feature of the series, and this volume is no exception. Tanya, the ruthless and complex protagonist, faces the repercussions of her choices as she navigates the complex web of war and politics. Her interactions with other characters reveal the multifaceted nature of their motivations and the evolving dynamics within the story.
The pacing in Ut Sementem Feceris, ita Metes is skillfully executed, blending action-packed sequences with moments of deep reflection. This balance ensures that both the grand-scale battles and the personal dilemmas of the characters receive the attention they deserve. The narrative's unexpected twists add to the excitement and unpredictability of the story.
Carlo Zen's writing style continues to be sharp and evocative, capturing the brutality of war and the moral quandaries faced by the characters. The dialogue is both philosophical and introspective, delving into the minds of the characters and the complexities of their decisions.
Compared to other military fantasy works, The Saga of Tanya the Evil stands out for its unflinching examination of the consequences of ambition and the moral complexities of warfare. While other works may focus on epic battles or political intrigue, this series excels in its exploration of the human condition under the extreme conditions of war.
In conclusion, The Saga of Tanya the Evil, Vol. 7: Ut Sementem Feceris, ita Metes is a powerful continuation of Tanya's journey through a world marked by conflict and moral ambiguity. Carlo Zen's intricate characters and relentless storytelling make this volume a compelling read for fans of military fantasy with philosophical depth. Readers seeking an intense and morally challenging exploration of war and ambition will find this work to be a captivating and unforgettable experience.
The Saga of Tanya the Evil continues its riveting exploration of war, ambition, and the relentless pursuit of power with Vol. 7: Ut Sementem Feceris, ita Metes by Carlo Zen. In this installment, the consequences of Tanya's actions come to the forefront, providing readers with an intense and thought-provoking narrative.
Carlo Zen's storytelling prowess remains a cornerstone of this series. The intricate plot pushes Tanya and her companions into increasingly perilous situations, as the full weight of their ambitions becomes apparent. The narrative is marked by tension, high-stakes scenarios, and the unyielding pursuit of personal goals.
Character development remains a standout feature of the series, and this volume is no exception. Tanya, the ruthless and complex protagonist, faces the repercussions of her choices as she navigates the complex web of war and politics. Her interactions with other characters reveal the multifaceted nature of their motivations and the evolving dynamics within the story.
The pacing in Ut Sementem Feceris, ita Metes is skillfully executed, blending action-packed sequences with moments of deep reflection. This balance ensures that both the grand-scale battles and the personal dilemmas of the characters receive the attention they deserve. The narrative's unexpected twists add to the excitement and unpredictability of the story.
Carlo Zen's writing style continues to be sharp and evocative, capturing the brutality of war and the moral quandaries faced by the characters. The dialogue is both philosophical and introspective, delving into the minds of the characters and the complexities of their decisions.
Compared to other military fantasy works, The Saga of Tanya the Evil stands out for its unflinching examination of the consequences of ambition and the moral complexities of warfare. While other works may focus on epic battles or political intrigue, this series excels in its exploration of the human condition under the extreme conditions of war.
In conclusion, The Saga of Tanya the Evil, Vol. 7: Ut Sementem Feceris, ita Metes is a powerful continuation of Tanya's journey through a world marked by conflict and moral ambiguity. Carlo Zen's intricate characters and relentless storytelling make this volume a compelling read for fans of military fantasy with philosophical depth. Readers seeking an intense and morally challenging exploration of war and ambition will find this work to be a captivating and unforgettable experience.
July 5, 2020
A weaker entry in an excellent series.
I started to explain the series, but if you're reading a review of the seventh light novel, you already know. Or you mis-typed 'Vol. 7' when you meant to look for 'Vol. 1' - a search that is worth your time.
Vol. 7 takes place on the Federation front - equivalent to our world's Russian front. The Empire's army has gone from fighting General Winter to fighting General Mud. And then the Federation armies show up, and they're reinforced and resupplied and fighting smarter. Tanya keeps pulling military rabbits out of a hat for the general staff, although the tactical situation is bad. The general staff keeps pulling rabbits out of a hat for its civilian masters, although the strategic and logistical situation is horrible. And it's all for naught, because they are fighting a war that cannot be won and cannot be stopped. (This is clearer to the reader, who has the benefit of historical hindsight.)
So the book is somewhat depressing. It advances the War but doesn't advance the story. It doesn't make good use of the protagonist's interesting character.
The series has been, as noted, excellent, so if you've been enjoying it, and are wondering whether to keep reading, and are wondering whether this entry will be as good as the earlier ones, my answers would be 'yes' and 'no' respectively.
I started to explain the series, but if you're reading a review of the seventh light novel, you already know. Or you mis-typed 'Vol. 7' when you meant to look for 'Vol. 1' - a search that is worth your time.
Vol. 7 takes place on the Federation front - equivalent to our world's Russian front. The Empire's army has gone from fighting General Winter to fighting General Mud. And then the Federation armies show up, and they're reinforced and resupplied and fighting smarter. Tanya keeps pulling military rabbits out of a hat for the general staff, although the tactical situation is bad. The general staff keeps pulling rabbits out of a hat for its civilian masters, although the strategic and logistical situation is horrible. And it's all for naught, because they are fighting a war that cannot be won and cannot be stopped. (This is clearer to the reader, who has the benefit of historical hindsight.)
So the book is somewhat depressing. It advances the War but doesn't advance the story. It doesn't make good use of the protagonist's interesting character.
The series has been, as noted, excellent, so if you've been enjoying it, and are wondering whether to keep reading, and are wondering whether this entry will be as good as the earlier ones, my answers would be 'yes' and 'no' respectively.
June 29, 2020
While I give the entire series a 5 star rating, some of the books only clock in at a 4 such as this one.
Spoiler free details to follow!
The series is about someone who dies and is reincarnated in an alternate reality Earth that is similar to ours around WWI but with magic included. The best things about the series is not the fun 'alternate history' elements but the humor instead. The main character is drafted into the military because she has magical ability and the desperate Germany-analog needs every mage they can get. The kicker is that she's around 10 when the story starts and the dichotomy between her 40+ personality and her cute appearance makes for no end of amusement. If you are a fan of history, you'll appreciate that this isn't a cut-and-dried 'Germany bad!' story... there really aren't any bad nations, per se, just bad or good people. Mostly of the villainy comes actually comes from stupid politicians... much like the real world.
Spoiler free details to follow!
The series is about someone who dies and is reincarnated in an alternate reality Earth that is similar to ours around WWI but with magic included. The best things about the series is not the fun 'alternate history' elements but the humor instead. The main character is drafted into the military because she has magical ability and the desperate Germany-analog needs every mage they can get. The kicker is that she's around 10 when the story starts and the dichotomy between her 40+ personality and her cute appearance makes for no end of amusement. If you are a fan of history, you'll appreciate that this isn't a cut-and-dried 'Germany bad!' story... there really aren't any bad nations, per se, just bad or good people. Mostly of the villainy comes actually comes from stupid politicians... much like the real world.
October 24, 2020
It had been a while since I read volume 6. So it took me a little bit to remember what was happening. The Action has shifted from a more World War 1 to a WW2 style conflict. Tanya is coming to grips with having to survive the horrible Eastern Front, while Germany is barley hanging on. It will be interesting to see what happens when the US gets involved.
June 24, 2025
The first thing one notices when reading this book ist, how much more action there ist from the get go. Also contrary to some of the previous novels, the first few chapters also focus primarily on Tanya.
This feels great.
We also get military politics and the desperation and hopefullness as appropriate to the war situation.
The Sunk Cost Fallacy sends its regards.
This feels great.
We also get military politics and the desperation and hopefullness as appropriate to the war situation.
The Sunk Cost Fallacy sends its regards.
August 21, 2021
While the style and story telling are the same, it’s a bit predictable. You can tell what’s going to happen in the end from the first chapters.
As the author mentions in the afterword, it’s a book about the ridiculousness of war. Doesn’t mean it makes for an interesting read though :)
As the author mentions in the afterword, it’s a book about the ridiculousness of war. Doesn’t mean it makes for an interesting read though :)
January 14, 2022
Imperial army is using gamble after gamble to compensate lack of resources. Will they stretch theyself to thin?
June 10, 2022
The incompetence of war
January 10, 2023
Man, Carlo Zen is able to convey the emotions of characters perfectly in this series. This book is no exception to that rule, and overdelivers with many of the insane events that occur in this book.
October 19, 2024
Alotttt more action packed than any book before!! Definitely made me way more intrigued again, the ending threw me for a loop for a second but I can’t wait to see how Tanya reacts lol
5/5
5/5
December 16, 2024
The smile on the cover matches the feelings that reading this book instills.
July 25, 2025
rate: 3.75
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