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Reborn: Apocalypse #2
Reborn: Apocalypse Volume 2
The epic conclusion of Micheal's journey through First Layer.
Stopping disasters before they happen, battling against enemies on all sides, saving the lives of millions. The burdens Micheal must bear grow ever heavier as he fights against all odds to complete his mission:
Stop the Apocalypse and save the human race from ultimate destruction.
Come and read of his journey as he gains new powers, greets new allies, and makes startling new discoveries, changing the history of humanity before it has even taken place.
Stopping disasters before they happen, battling against enemies on all sides, saving the lives of millions. The burdens Micheal must bear grow ever heavier as he fights against all odds to complete his mission:
Stop the Apocalypse and save the human race from ultimate destruction.
Come and read of his journey as he gains new powers, greets new allies, and makes startling new discoveries, changing the history of humanity before it has even taken place.
1002 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 19, 2019
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July 15, 2024
A stunning sequel incorporating apocalyptic LitRPG sparingly combined with Wuxia/Cultivation Fantasy genres seamlessly although not without a few hiccups in the writing.
In this second book, the author's growth from volume one in richly expanding the plot elements, characterisations, writing, and all else across the board shows great promise for the rest of the series and more than makes up for the slips encountered in the first volume.
Highly recommended for enthusiasts of Dark Fantasy, LitRPG, Cultivation Fantasy and similar sub-genres.
NB: The cover art for the series is stunning! Good stuff.
In this second book, the author's growth from volume one in richly expanding the plot elements, characterisations, writing, and all else across the board shows great promise for the rest of the series and more than makes up for the slips encountered in the first volume.
Highly recommended for enthusiasts of Dark Fantasy, LitRPG, Cultivation Fantasy and similar sub-genres.
NB: The cover art for the series is stunning! Good stuff.
March 23, 2024
This is second in a litRPG system apocalypse with time travel. Read in order.
I'm very disappointed in this book. Mike of the misspelled name seems confused that events are starting to change from his memory and that's only a minor dissatisfaction for me. I mean, he changed a lot of stuff and some big things are different now and not expecting that to reverberate seems much more stupid than he has been so far.
But it was a combination of two developments that are pushing me to a DNF. The first is that Mike split off from Sophia, giving her a mission of her own. She is much more vulnerable than he is and indeed, she ends up the target of some very powerful people that Mike has angered. When the inevitable fallout hits her, I found myself upset that Mike left her at the mercy of those big forces converging.
Second, much of this book has its conflict supplied by "the Numbers" gang. Each of these over-powered clowns have distinct, disturbing personalities and each is psychotic in their own way. Two problems with that. First, I don't find evil that interesting and theirs is banal when it isn't edge-lord-silly. Each of them have their own twist, but only by exaggerating them past pastiche into Snidely Whiplash territory. Also, their leader is some super-plotter that would give Moriarty a run for his money. I wish that were as interesting as it sounds, but since it comes from a super-OP system ability not so much.
All of which would be bad enough but the author cheats a bunch to give them access to what they need to show up to chew the scenery. I was particularly astonished when the author manipulated things to give them .
I don't like villain PoV in general, but it becomes very frustrating when it seems to take over the story. It feels like more than half the narrative is from evil folks at this point and I'm tired of it. After the spoiler above gave them Mike's super-secret level-up ability for free, I was just out. I like power fantasy. I like it a lot less when it's all the villains with both the narrative spotlight and the power. No thanks. Oh, and bonus minus-points for .
I'm very disappointed in this book. Mike of the misspelled name seems confused that events are starting to change from his memory and that's only a minor dissatisfaction for me. I mean, he changed a lot of stuff and some big things are different now and not expecting that to reverberate seems much more stupid than he has been so far.
But it was a combination of two developments that are pushing me to a DNF. The first is that Mike split off from Sophia, giving her a mission of her own. She is much more vulnerable than he is and indeed, she ends up the target of some very powerful people that Mike has angered. When the inevitable fallout hits her, I found myself upset that Mike left her at the mercy of those big forces converging.
Second, much of this book has its conflict supplied by "the Numbers" gang. Each of these over-powered clowns have distinct, disturbing personalities and each is psychotic in their own way. Two problems with that. First, I don't find evil that interesting and theirs is banal when it isn't edge-lord-silly. Each of them have their own twist, but only by exaggerating them past pastiche into Snidely Whiplash territory. Also, their leader is some super-plotter that would give Moriarty a run for his money. I wish that were as interesting as it sounds, but since it comes from a super-OP system ability not so much.
All of which would be bad enough but the author cheats a bunch to give them access to what they need to show up to chew the scenery. I was particularly astonished when the author manipulated things to give them .
I don't like villain PoV in general, but it becomes very frustrating when it seems to take over the story. It feels like more than half the narrative is from evil folks at this point and I'm tired of it. After the spoiler above gave them Mike's super-secret level-up ability for free, I was just out. I like power fantasy. I like it a lot less when it's all the villains with both the narrative spotlight and the power. No thanks. Oh, and bonus minus-points for .
March 3, 2020
Not worth your time
Not worth your time. This book only does three things; 1 - Spout exposition (which I think the author believes is world building), 2 - Action scenes (where the author constantly re-explains things needlessly), 3 - Dialogue of how 'cool' and 'awesome' the protagonist is. This clearly trying to do the whole shounen anime thing and it falls flat and sounds lame. A clear example why editors exist.
Not worth your time. This book only does three things; 1 - Spout exposition (which I think the author believes is world building), 2 - Action scenes (where the author constantly re-explains things needlessly), 3 - Dialogue of how 'cool' and 'awesome' the protagonist is. This clearly trying to do the whole shounen anime thing and it falls flat and sounds lame. A clear example why editors exist.
November 3, 2019
Head and shoulders above the rest
This second novel has avoided the sophomore slump and has increased the level of interest and pathos for its MC. Kerr has walked that line of an OP character without overstepping. Eagerly looking forward to further installments!
Ps- props for the shout out to competing author writing identically premised book in his afterword.
This second novel has avoided the sophomore slump and has increased the level of interest and pathos for its MC. Kerr has walked that line of an OP character without overstepping. Eagerly looking forward to further installments!
Ps- props for the shout out to competing author writing identically premised book in his afterword.
June 24, 2020
Good narrator, not so good story. Some examples: In book one, the plot created a few anime-moments and that was kinda cool. In this book, the plot is twisted and broken just to create these moments, one anime trope after another, until all it does is bore or outright annoy you. How many arms are cut off in this book? I don't know, I stopped counting after 3. And why keep characters consistent when you can have them get caught looking at lacy underwear for no reason what so ever. Why not throw out the entire set up from book one and ? It's a shame because I quite liked the first book...
October 31, 2019
Great addition to the series. The depth of imagination displayed throughout this book was incredible. I got lost in this story for hours. Can't wait for The next book.
Great story. Great characters. Great action sequences. The author pulls you into this world and makes you feel what the characters feel. An awesome way to spend an rainy afternoon.
Great story. Great characters. Great action sequences. The author pulls you into this world and makes you feel what the characters feel. An awesome way to spend an rainy afternoon.
October 30, 2019
Terrific 2nd Book
This was a great 2nd book in the series. I actually couldn't put down. There were no easy answers for the main character. Also his plans didn't always go as he wanted.
This was a great 2nd book in the series. I actually couldn't put down. There were no easy answers for the main character. Also his plans didn't always go as he wanted.
November 3, 2019
A story of twists and turns.
The story continues to grow and develop as the MC works to make the world better for everyone even as the choices he makes changes how others interact. The fight scenes are very good and I enjoyed it a lot.
The story continues to grow and develop as the MC works to make the world better for everyone even as the choices he makes changes how others interact. The fight scenes are very good and I enjoyed it a lot.
October 25, 2019
Bruh
Bruh it was good yeah read it if ur not a large wanker or something like that lmao just kidding
Bruh it was good yeah read it if ur not a large wanker or something like that lmao just kidding
October 29, 2019
Excellent Continuation of the Story!
Well done second book. Excellent linear progression of the characters and story line. I highly recommend this series for all cultivation and LITRPG fans
Well done second book. Excellent linear progression of the characters and story line. I highly recommend this series for all cultivation and LITRPG fans
October 30, 2019
Mega litrpg
First one was good this one keeps up the world the author and as such is a fucking good book really looking forward to where you going with this series keep up the good work mate
First one was good this one keeps up the world the author and as such is a fucking good book really looking forward to where you going with this series keep up the good work mate
November 1, 2019
It was a gripping book kept me entertained the whole time was a lot of omg moments
This read was just as good or better than volume one i had a fantastic time reading.the action the drama funny scenes made this book go in mt top 20
This read was just as good or better than volume one i had a fantastic time reading.the action the drama funny scenes made this book go in mt top 20
December 2, 2019
One of my favorite litrpg series!
I stumbled upon the first book of this series in the Amazon Unlimited Book recommendations. The story telling is incredible. I have never read a wuxia story before, but this book might have made me a fan. I can’t wait until book 3 comes out!
I stumbled upon the first book of this series in the Amazon Unlimited Book recommendations. The story telling is incredible. I have never read a wuxia story before, but this book might have made me a fan. I can’t wait until book 3 comes out!
December 22, 2019
Still very very good! His actions through his knowledge of the future are changing the world and it’s becoming a place he doesn’t recognize - for the better. Looking forward to the next volume
November 13, 2019
Book two
Mistakes: The writing felt choppy and in need of editing all the way through the book.
Plot: Overly complicated. You can skip large chunks and miss little of worth. This story would improve if some of the repetitive stuff was removed.
Characters: The Mc comes off as condescending and overly full of himself at times. The reluctant hero that the author tries to show us at times doesn’t work at all.
5/10
Mistakes: The writing felt choppy and in need of editing all the way through the book.
Plot: Overly complicated. You can skip large chunks and miss little of worth. This story would improve if some of the repetitive stuff was removed.
Characters: The Mc comes off as condescending and overly full of himself at times. The reluctant hero that the author tries to show us at times doesn’t work at all.
5/10
November 7, 2020
Rating 3.5 stars
Not as good as the first book. The main character actions and his stated goals didn't always line up in this story. His goal is to save humanity. The only way to do this is to make humanity stronger. On a side not he also wants to stop some of the atrocities that he knows have occurred/will occur. He didn't do much to make the people stronger in this one. He gave away the information about the dragon potion to make people stronger and the golden monster farming plan, but he did that in the first book. I could see some of the people that he was fighting being evil and needing to be stopped, but others not so much. As Micheal changed things his knowledge of the future should have helped him less and less but his plans always seemed completely flawless. There was also an issue with the flashbacks. Something would happen and then there would be an explanation of what happened just before that event to explain why everything worked out. This happened over and over and it was getting a little annoying. There were large sections of the book where nothing really affected the story and should have been cut. I liked the Towers of heaven better, but this still is pretty good. I am glad they are going to a new level though.
Not as good as the first book. The main character actions and his stated goals didn't always line up in this story. His goal is to save humanity. The only way to do this is to make humanity stronger. On a side not he also wants to stop some of the atrocities that he knows have occurred/will occur. He didn't do much to make the people stronger in this one. He gave away the information about the dragon potion to make people stronger and the golden monster farming plan, but he did that in the first book. I could see some of the people that he was fighting being evil and needing to be stopped, but others not so much. As Micheal changed things his knowledge of the future should have helped him less and less but his plans always seemed completely flawless. There was also an issue with the flashbacks. Something would happen and then there would be an explanation of what happened just before that event to explain why everything worked out. This happened over and over and it was getting a little annoying. There were large sections of the book where nothing really affected the story and should have been cut. I liked the Towers of heaven better, but this still is pretty good. I am glad they are going to a new level though.
January 19, 2020
Still same issues as first book
The story continues to be interesting and entertaining but...
The same issues from the first book are present again. Over complications, much more so than what’s normal in the wuxia genre, plot armour of the highest order and repetitions that stem from the serial nature of the book.
If you can get by these things, then it will be an enjoyable read.
The story continues to be interesting and entertaining but...
The same issues from the first book are present again. Over complications, much more so than what’s normal in the wuxia genre, plot armour of the highest order and repetitions that stem from the serial nature of the book.
If you can get by these things, then it will be an enjoyable read.
July 25, 2020
I've tried. I really have... But I can't. The writing is just too bad, and now the story is being affected as well. I have little to add to what other 1-star reviewers have said. I wouldn't go as far as tell you not to read this, but I'm definitely telling you I didn't finish it, with no remorse.
October 31, 2019
Fun read
Very enjoyable read that is hard to put down. enjoy the OP mc but restricted. Can't wait for the next installment.
Very enjoyable read that is hard to put down. enjoy the OP mc but restricted. Can't wait for the next installment.
February 23, 2020
A little long
Just like towers of heaven the only relevant character is the mc. But unlike the towers of heaven the book focuses on side characters.
Also how the heck are Asim and Wonderboy almost as powerful as sword boi. Presumably they were businessmen or farmers or something prior to this and were only there a month. Sofa I get, but even Blondie is suspicious. Blondie starts with under 100k points but can duel a rankers within a month. Gold zombie strategy or not he shouldnt have the skill.
Just like towers of heaven the only relevant character is the mc. But unlike the towers of heaven the book focuses on side characters.
Also how the heck are Asim and Wonderboy almost as powerful as sword boi. Presumably they were businessmen or farmers or something prior to this and were only there a month. Sofa I get, but even Blondie is suspicious. Blondie starts with under 100k points but can duel a rankers within a month. Gold zombie strategy or not he shouldnt have the skill.
October 27, 2019
Hungry for more!
I’ve been a fan of L M Kerr since his early Gemstone Chronicles web-serial days, and his writing ability has only improved over time. This latest book is a thrilling addition to the series and only makes me hungry for more! The battles, use of stats and overall plot building are all excellent, and the character development is making headway too!
I’ve been a fan of L M Kerr since his early Gemstone Chronicles web-serial days, and his writing ability has only improved over time. This latest book is a thrilling addition to the series and only makes me hungry for more! The battles, use of stats and overall plot building are all excellent, and the character development is making headway too!
October 22, 2019
Amazing
I consider this series a masterpiece, and ask the author to hurry up writing more books, I need to read more of this
I consider this series a masterpiece, and ask the author to hurry up writing more books, I need to read more of this
October 28, 2019
So good!
Loved the first one the second one is even better. Looking forward to reading the 3rd one when it's out!
Loved the first one the second one is even better. Looking forward to reading the 3rd one when it's out!
July 8, 2020
Really Great!
I’m really enjoying the story. Is fun, fast paced, well written, an$ highly enjoyable. The premise is great and the execution is excellent. Kudos on a phenomenal saga!
I’m really enjoying the story. Is fun, fast paced, well written, an$ highly enjoyable. The premise is great and the execution is excellent. Kudos on a phenomenal saga!
March 19, 2020
Just feel bad there weren't more pages to read
June 24, 2021
Rating 3.5 stars
Please read my kindle review for more detail. I read the book first and listened again on audible. I feel pretty much the second time through as I did the first time through.
Please read my kindle review for more detail. I read the book first and listened again on audible. I feel pretty much the second time through as I did the first time through.
October 27, 2019
Wonderful
This series is turning amazing. I love how even though the main character is a returning character from the past, we as readers get to see how his actions affect the current world. I cant wait for the next I installment.
This series is turning amazing. I love how even though the main character is a returning character from the past, we as readers get to see how his actions affect the current world. I cant wait for the next I installment.
October 26, 2019
Great Continuation
Thought this book lots of things well. Many of the things I loved in the first book continued. I like that it was not overly rushed and felt like a full story. I'm interested to see how much his future knowledge deteriorates as he changed things.
Thought this book lots of things well. Many of the things I loved in the first book continued. I like that it was not overly rushed and felt like a full story. I'm interested to see how much his future knowledge deteriorates as he changed things.
October 27, 2019
Great story, #3 please
This was a really great story, good characters and abilities, I stayed up until 2am finishing it, can't wait for #3, keep writing please.
This was a really great story, good characters and abilities, I stayed up until 2am finishing it, can't wait for #3, keep writing please.
October 22, 2019
Very, very good!
Following on seamlessly from the previous book, everything continues to expand outwards. The story flows seamlessly, with side characters and storylines weaving perfectly throughout the book.
Following on seamlessly from the previous book, everything continues to expand outwards. The story flows seamlessly, with side characters and storylines weaving perfectly throughout the book.
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