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Ether Collapse #2
Excise: A Post-Apocalyptic LitRPG
Otherworldly invasions. Nuclear meltdowns converted to dark power. A quest assigned by the Planet itself.
Three weeks ago the world started anew as buildings literally stood up, fearsome monsters materialized, and humanity's way of life changed forever. Now, Rockland Barkclay must continue to protect his people from a new threat while dealing with internal issues that keep popping up. For instance, will he choose to heed the warning of his resurrected Ancestral Guide as she notices the edges of an ancient conspiracy?
Things take a turn for the worse thanks to a freshly awakened God-or was it the fearsome evolution of Earth's wildlife? Regardless of the cause, the group discovers something dark and twisted in the Atlantean System, invited by a recent unmanned nuclear catastrophe.
The apocalypse isn't over; it's just luring everyone into a false sense of security.
Three weeks ago the world started anew as buildings literally stood up, fearsome monsters materialized, and humanity's way of life changed forever. Now, Rockland Barkclay must continue to protect his people from a new threat while dealing with internal issues that keep popping up. For instance, will he choose to heed the warning of his resurrected Ancestral Guide as she notices the edges of an ancient conspiracy?
Things take a turn for the worse thanks to a freshly awakened God-or was it the fearsome evolution of Earth's wildlife? Regardless of the cause, the group discovers something dark and twisted in the Atlantean System, invited by a recent unmanned nuclear catastrophe.
The apocalypse isn't over; it's just luring everyone into a false sense of security.
539 pages, Paperback
Published November 7, 2019
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About the author
Ryan DeBruyn
14 books230 followersRyan DeBruyn - Author of the Amazon best-selling series Ether Collapse, Ether Flows, and System Misinterpret.
Ryan is a relatively new author but has already reached the best-seller status in multiple categories. Find out why and start your adventure below!
Ryan is a relatively new author but has already reached the best-seller status in multiple categories. Find out why and start your adventure below!
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October 28, 2021
I kinda want more of the story to be about Sela and Azoth instead of the main character, Rocky. He's not as exciting as Sela, that's for sure.
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November 1, 2019
Another great book in this series
During this book, we get into the guts of some settlement building, nation development and there's quite a bit of dungeon delving.
What else can you ask for besides when is the next one out?
During this book, we get into the guts of some settlement building, nation development and there's quite a bit of dungeon delving.
What else can you ask for besides when is the next one out?
July 16, 2020
Couldn't finish. The swearing thing, was funny in first book and the reason the author gave for it happening worked well, but making Sela the one reporting him ,instead of a automated system function, just made me despise her. I don't swear at all but the though of a close friend forcibly controlling my thoughts (language is thought) just angered me to no end. I kept reading for a bit but every time I would I would encounter Sela in the story I just though "authoritarian, language controlling, harpy queen" and finally I had to quit reading the book. Vary disappointed because I really really enjoyed the first book.
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November 29, 2019
Mmmm disappointing
Not as involving as first book, bogged down in several places and I,lost interest and began flipping thru pages instead of reading
Not as involving as first book, bogged down in several places and I,lost interest and began flipping thru pages instead of reading
August 9, 2020
Brilliant
Love this series of books, can't wait to read the third and hope that there will be more to come. ..... Azoth rules 😍
Love this series of books, can't wait to read the third and hope that there will be more to come. ..... Azoth rules 😍
November 1, 2019
More fun for Rocky
This series is different, yet familiar. Instead of the main character deciding to jump into a game that becomes “real”, the world around him (and everyone) has collapsed into a new reality where MMORPG game mechanics rule the day. This makes the entire world populated by “players”, rather than a mix of players and non-player characters. And it seems that death is permanent. Maybe.
Rocky survived the first few weeks in book 1, and now he has a large group of followers in his village to fight with and fight for. And there is plenty to fight. Book 2 provides plenty of clues that there is even more to this planetary cataclysm. What comes in the next books?
This series is different, yet familiar. Instead of the main character deciding to jump into a game that becomes “real”, the world around him (and everyone) has collapsed into a new reality where MMORPG game mechanics rule the day. This makes the entire world populated by “players”, rather than a mix of players and non-player characters. And it seems that death is permanent. Maybe.
Rocky survived the first few weeks in book 1, and now he has a large group of followers in his village to fight with and fight for. And there is plenty to fight. Book 2 provides plenty of clues that there is even more to this planetary cataclysm. What comes in the next books?
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November 6, 2019Good second
I love this sub genre. This book is a good continuation and explains more of the series magic framework. The abilities and power as well as some of the history is starting to be exposed. The main character and the secondaries are likeable and follow-able. My main gripe is with the writing style. Sometimes the author portrays an aspect change to0 rapidly and it's easy to miss causing sentence reread. Some parts are extremely well described while others are the last four words of a sentence. Annoying but not killer as the story is fun and engaging with more to come... Cliff hanger not welcome please.. I would give 4.5 but rounded up as I want more.
I love this sub genre. This book is a good continuation and explains more of the series magic framework. The abilities and power as well as some of the history is starting to be exposed. The main character and the secondaries are likeable and follow-able. My main gripe is with the writing style. Sometimes the author portrays an aspect change to0 rapidly and it's easy to miss causing sentence reread. Some parts are extremely well described while others are the last four words of a sentence. Annoying but not killer as the story is fun and engaging with more to come... Cliff hanger not welcome please.. I would give 4.5 but rounded up as I want more.
November 7, 2019
Lots of good ideas, execution good
What I liked about this book as a sequel, is it successfully had a self contained story, as well as expanded the world for future books.
This makes it a good story in my eyes. I enjoyed the main characters emotional changes through the book, and the way characters had to adapt to the challenges faced in this story.
What I liked about this book as a sequel, is it successfully had a self contained story, as well as expanded the world for future books.
This makes it a good story in my eyes. I enjoyed the main characters emotional changes through the book, and the way characters had to adapt to the challenges faced in this story.
November 10, 2019
Good book with an enjoyable plot
There was alot of action in the book and it was enjoyable the cliffhangers are driving me crazy wanting to read the next one, only thing i would of liked more was more settlement building but it is more of the breath between the fights so it helps relax the pace the way it is.
There was alot of action in the book and it was enjoyable the cliffhangers are driving me crazy wanting to read the next one, only thing i would of liked more was more settlement building but it is more of the breath between the fights so it helps relax the pace the way it is.
March 21, 2021
While I definitely enjoyed the first book in the series (Equalize) this book was even better! I know it can't be easy for indie authors to make their start, and the first book was a little rough, but this author improved on his story by leaps and bounds and his writing has evolved well. He has done a fantastic job of expanding the plot while keeping it exciting, tragic at some points, and humorous. He is not afraid to put your emotions through the ringer. I would definitely recommend this series. Keep up the great work Mr. DeBruyn!
November 5, 2019
Awesome fun, well balanced story telling.
This was a great read, the style of writing seems notably improved from the first book was already pretty good. I like the balance and sense of struggle. The base building is off to a slower start but has real promise. Excited to see where the series goes in the future!
This was a great read, the style of writing seems notably improved from the first book was already pretty good. I like the balance and sense of struggle. The base building is off to a slower start but has real promise. Excited to see where the series goes in the future!
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November 9, 2019Great Book!!!
Great book! Everything that you want in a litrpg. Quests, leveling up, heros, monsters, and more to keep you wanting to know what comes next. In fact you will find yourself turning pages well past your bedtime.
I can't wait for the next book!
Great book! Everything that you want in a litrpg. Quests, leveling up, heros, monsters, and more to keep you wanting to know what comes next. In fact you will find yourself turning pages well past your bedtime.
I can't wait for the next book!
November 1, 2019
Great book
Loved the book!! Really increased the lore and developed the story line. Lots of great jokes too! Even a Rocky and bullwinkle one!!
Loved the book!! Really increased the lore and developed the story line. Lots of great jokes too! Even a Rocky and bullwinkle one!!
November 1, 2019
Love the world building; One of my favorite books in this genera!
November 3, 2019
Hoo wee
A truly terrible story. Started reading and it wouldnt let me go. The story kept me enthralled hour after hour. I ended up only getting 4 hours of sleep before work. Call in sick if you get this book because it's a struggle to put down minimal typos and a great read your going to want to have a few days to devour and digest it. Oh and that double cliffhanger at the end was a kick to the gut. Warning stay away if you have things to do.
A truly terrible story. Started reading and it wouldnt let me go. The story kept me enthralled hour after hour. I ended up only getting 4 hours of sleep before work. Call in sick if you get this book because it's a struggle to put down minimal typos and a great read your going to want to have a few days to devour and digest it. Oh and that double cliffhanger at the end was a kick to the gut. Warning stay away if you have things to do.
November 4, 2019
Lots of fighting
I enjoyed this continuation of the series but was disappointed that so much of the story is combat. I enjoy city/community development story lines as well and this aspect is only lightly covered between battles against overwhelming odds. There is lots to like in the underlying story lines about Gaia and the historic earth.
I enjoyed this continuation of the series but was disappointed that so much of the story is combat. I enjoy city/community development story lines as well and this aspect is only lightly covered between battles against overwhelming odds. There is lots to like in the underlying story lines about Gaia and the historic earth.
November 5, 2019
Loved it
Fast paced page turner with interesting characters that you can instantly root for. Definitely glad that I gave the series a second chance. Book 2 is better than book 1 can't wait for book 3
Fast paced page turner with interesting characters that you can instantly root for. Definitely glad that I gave the series a second chance. Book 2 is better than book 1 can't wait for book 3
November 9, 2019
Great improvement over book 2
This continued an interesting story and expanded on it quite a bit. It’s apocalyptic in nature but has some nice world building going on that I hope the author continues.
This continued an interesting story and expanded on it quite a bit. It’s apocalyptic in nature but has some nice world building going on that I hope the author continues.
December 13, 2019
A good continuation
This book picks up where the last left off and keeps the story rolling nicely. The struggle continues with new friends and enemies. I'm looking forward to reading what happens next.
This book picks up where the last left off and keeps the story rolling nicely. The struggle continues with new friends and enemies. I'm looking forward to reading what happens next.
March 23, 2021
This is book 2 and Ryan is still doing a great job storytelling. I can't wait for the next one.
November 3, 2019
Moves story along and sets up interesting lead ins for future books
Continues to grow characters, see both good and bad effects on characters state of mind of what happens. Slowly filling in backstory with both hints and history and setting up a variety of story lines for future.
Looking forward to next.
Continues to grow characters, see both good and bad effects on characters state of mind of what happens. Slowly filling in backstory with both hints and history and setting up a variety of story lines for future.
Looking forward to next.
November 4, 2019
Enjoyable
I loved the first book and loved this one. The mc can at times be quite mopey and annoying but most of the time he is interesting and the story and other characters make up for it in spades. Looking forward to the next book!
I loved the first book and loved this one. The mc can at times be quite mopey and annoying but most of the time he is interesting and the story and other characters make up for it in spades. Looking forward to the next book!
November 5, 2019
Highly enjoyable, book three practically waiting to be written
I have been waiting for this book and i was not let down. I'm exited to see where things go within the world building and the reveals of Gaia's past. Im sure book 3 will be packed with many big revelations
I have been waiting for this book and i was not let down. I'm exited to see where things go within the world building and the reveals of Gaia's past. Im sure book 3 will be packed with many big revelations
November 11, 2019
Great!
This book is a great sequel to the first. Action and growth throughout the entire length. I am anticipating the next.
This book is a great sequel to the first. Action and growth throughout the entire length. I am anticipating the next.
November 3, 2019
Excited!
Ryan DeBruyn takes us back to his Ether Collapse Saga in Book Two; Excise. Great addition to the series, Ryan does a good job blending action and suspense. A few twists I was not expecting.
Ryan DeBruyn takes us back to his Ether Collapse Saga in Book Two; Excise. Great addition to the series, Ryan does a good job blending action and suspense. A few twists I was not expecting.
November 3, 2019
Wonderful. An epic LitRPG series with the second book being a great addition to the first. Compelling and engaging from the beginning right to the end. I didn't want it to ever be over. Highly recommended and worth every penny.
November 3, 2019
Level Up
An enjoyable follow up to this series. I like the system and story. Some the characters need work though and the MC is a bit of an idiot but I look forward to the next installment.
An enjoyable follow up to this series. I like the system and story. Some the characters need work though and the MC is a bit of an idiot but I look forward to the next installment.
December 1, 2019
I was a bit sceptical but then I loved it
I gave it five stars because it manages to check a few must have's boxes.
A bit of kingdom building, some sweet loot, resonable power progression, dialogue is great and the characters relatable.
I gave it five stars because it manages to check a few must have's boxes.
A bit of kingdom building, some sweet loot, resonable power progression, dialogue is great and the characters relatable.
November 3, 2019
An exciting book
Good switch from book one with a more town focus instead of individual one. Some interesting bits thrown in about a MUCH larger story. Excited for more to come!
Good switch from book one with a more town focus instead of individual one. Some interesting bits thrown in about a MUCH larger story. Excited for more to come!
December 1, 2019
Very good read
Excellent second book, I loved the growth of the characters. My favorite parts are the ones in the shop and exploring what is a new world opening to them with the blend of science and magic. I love the gadgets.
Excellent second book, I loved the growth of the characters. My favorite parts are the ones in the shop and exploring what is a new world opening to them with the blend of science and magic. I love the gadgets.
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