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God of Magic 2
Gabriel has taken his first step to become the most powerful mage in the universe, but the path to his ultimate destiny has just begun. The next step to greatness for both he and his ragtag guild lay in their latest contract to recover a powerful magical artifact from across the desert.
Now, he will have to harness new powers over the mind and magic to overcome dragons, gryphons, a fight club full of halflings, and the harebrained ideas of a sweet-but-ditzy alchemist just to reach their goal and the powerful rogue wizard who has it in his clutches.
This novel contains harem elements.
Now, he will have to harness new powers over the mind and magic to overcome dragons, gryphons, a fight club full of halflings, and the harebrained ideas of a sweet-but-ditzy alchemist just to reach their goal and the powerful rogue wizard who has it in his clutches.
This novel contains harem elements.
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April 17, 2022
I just blew through books 1-4 in this series so, to save time I am going to give them all the same review. First, if you enjoy straight-forward D&D style stories you should be able to enjoy these books. They aren't great but good enough.
I'm a pretty critical reader and so my criticisms follow. If you enjoy simplistic D&D style books you may want to skip the rest of this review and just try out book 1 in this series.
In book 1, the MC is transported to a D&D style world by a goddess. The goddess chose the MC because he would become a "manipulator" in the new world. Manipulators are magic users who can sense and interact with manna directly. This means a manipulator can prevent, for example, a fire mage from casting spells. As a result manipulators were hunted to extinction by the other mages years ago.
This leads us to the first truly stupid aspect of this book. The MC's big plan to not be killed by other mages is to tell people he is an air mage. However the MC puts no effort into this. For example, the MC doesn't learn what an air mage can do and attempt to mimic it. Neither does the MC put any effort into finding a place he can live safely. He just stays put in the city he is dropped into in spite of it being the center of power for the mages that want to kill him. The MC doesn't really even attempt to learn how many continents or seas there are. Nor does the MC attempt to learn how mages detect manipulators or even the general abilities of mages. I kept expecting the mages to discover the MC by simply scrying for him.
In the early books the author's failings at writing fight scenes isn't obvious since it doesn't apply to the MC & co. attacking a dragon. In book 4, however, the MC & co. fight a bandit gang and it seems pretty clear that the author doesn't really think about these scenes. For example, the bandit leader starts the fight not by attacking anyone but by pointlessly throwing a smoke bomb. This is supposedly a prepared ambush so why didn't the bandit have his entire gang kill the MC & co. from cover with spells, arrows and bolts? Instead the bandit leader throws the smoke bomb and disappears from the fight while all of his fellows are killed. Then, rather than running away, the bandit leader pointlessly attacks the MC, an attack which, even if successful, would still get the bandit leader killed by the rest of the MC's party. (There is an even worse scene where the MC and co. attack an entire ballroom full of 100 people but, fortunately for the MC, they each wait their turn to be killed.)
The MC never experiments with his magic. Over and over again the MC is in a fight, wants something to happen, it happens and that's it. For example, in book 1 the MC breaks his knife in a fight and out of desperation creates a manna blade for his knife. Afterwords does the MC attempt to lengthen the blade or change its shape in any way? No. Does the MC attempt create an entire manna knife so he doesn't have to carry around his broken knife for 4 books? No. Does the MC attempt to create the knife away from his body so he can strike enemies from a distance? No. This is just stupid and shows a lack of imagination on behalf of the author.
The MC also never practices knife fighting and yet he can fight better than trained guards and people who grew up knife fighting. This makes no sense but then it makes no sense that the MC only ever carries a single knife. The need to hide his magic in no way prevents the MC from learning other weapons.
Bottom line: There is a lot of unnecessary stupidity in these books but, if you can turn off your brain and enjoy a D&D style story you should be able to enjoy these books.
I'm a pretty critical reader and so my criticisms follow. If you enjoy simplistic D&D style books you may want to skip the rest of this review and just try out book 1 in this series.
In book 1, the MC is transported to a D&D style world by a goddess. The goddess chose the MC because he would become a "manipulator" in the new world. Manipulators are magic users who can sense and interact with manna directly. This means a manipulator can prevent, for example, a fire mage from casting spells. As a result manipulators were hunted to extinction by the other mages years ago.
This leads us to the first truly stupid aspect of this book. The MC's big plan to not be killed by other mages is to tell people he is an air mage. However the MC puts no effort into this. For example, the MC doesn't learn what an air mage can do and attempt to mimic it. Neither does the MC put any effort into finding a place he can live safely. He just stays put in the city he is dropped into in spite of it being the center of power for the mages that want to kill him. The MC doesn't really even attempt to learn how many continents or seas there are. Nor does the MC attempt to learn how mages detect manipulators or even the general abilities of mages. I kept expecting the mages to discover the MC by simply scrying for him.
In the early books the author's failings at writing fight scenes isn't obvious since it doesn't apply to the MC & co. attacking a dragon. In book 4, however, the MC & co. fight a bandit gang and it seems pretty clear that the author doesn't really think about these scenes. For example, the bandit leader starts the fight not by attacking anyone but by pointlessly throwing a smoke bomb. This is supposedly a prepared ambush so why didn't the bandit have his entire gang kill the MC & co. from cover with spells, arrows and bolts? Instead the bandit leader throws the smoke bomb and disappears from the fight while all of his fellows are killed. Then, rather than running away, the bandit leader pointlessly attacks the MC, an attack which, even if successful, would still get the bandit leader killed by the rest of the MC's party. (There is an even worse scene where the MC and co. attack an entire ballroom full of 100 people but, fortunately for the MC, they each wait their turn to be killed.)
The MC never experiments with his magic. Over and over again the MC is in a fight, wants something to happen, it happens and that's it. For example, in book 1 the MC breaks his knife in a fight and out of desperation creates a manna blade for his knife. Afterwords does the MC attempt to lengthen the blade or change its shape in any way? No. Does the MC attempt create an entire manna knife so he doesn't have to carry around his broken knife for 4 books? No. Does the MC attempt to create the knife away from his body so he can strike enemies from a distance? No. This is just stupid and shows a lack of imagination on behalf of the author.
The MC also never practices knife fighting and yet he can fight better than trained guards and people who grew up knife fighting. This makes no sense but then it makes no sense that the MC only ever carries a single knife. The need to hide his magic in no way prevents the MC from learning other weapons.
Bottom line: There is a lot of unnecessary stupidity in these books but, if you can turn off your brain and enjoy a D&D style story you should be able to enjoy these books.
January 29, 2020
Mok's review
I've still got quite a few complaints about this author. He does not seem the least bit concerned about the development of his characters through their interaction with the world and the individuals, groups and characters within it. It hints at a bad piece of story writing. An example of this would be the halflings. The halflings where violent, brutish and aggressive. But they were not outright murderous. They did not deserve to be exterminated one and all. There could have been quite a bit of a story extension through the characters learning to fight amongst the halflings in a ring or an arena to claim the prize. Instead the main character threw a temper tantrum like an SJW and attempted to take by force what he wanted. This resulted in the main character and his party Exterminating an entire community of Sapient beings. I also noticed that there is a distinct lack of repercussions due to these actions taking place. So far a community of dwarves and a community of halflings have been exterminated one and all. What happened to the Younglings amongst them the children what about the women they seem to be only made up of males. This is a strange bit of half-hearted Storytelling that lacks any form of depth or character development. It also lacks negative consequences that could facilitate the development and growth of the main character.
In all this type of Storytelling by this author makes the main character come off as the prime villain of the story. The main characters and his party seem to be driven by greed, selfishness, arrogance and ego with a penchant for murdering first and asking questions later.
I've still got quite a few complaints about this author. He does not seem the least bit concerned about the development of his characters through their interaction with the world and the individuals, groups and characters within it. It hints at a bad piece of story writing. An example of this would be the halflings. The halflings where violent, brutish and aggressive. But they were not outright murderous. They did not deserve to be exterminated one and all. There could have been quite a bit of a story extension through the characters learning to fight amongst the halflings in a ring or an arena to claim the prize. Instead the main character threw a temper tantrum like an SJW and attempted to take by force what he wanted. This resulted in the main character and his party Exterminating an entire community of Sapient beings. I also noticed that there is a distinct lack of repercussions due to these actions taking place. So far a community of dwarves and a community of halflings have been exterminated one and all. What happened to the Younglings amongst them the children what about the women they seem to be only made up of males. This is a strange bit of half-hearted Storytelling that lacks any form of depth or character development. It also lacks negative consequences that could facilitate the development and growth of the main character.
In all this type of Storytelling by this author makes the main character come off as the prime villain of the story. The main characters and his party seem to be driven by greed, selfishness, arrogance and ego with a penchant for murdering first and asking questions later.
March 17, 2019
Great adventure
This author has a lot of potential for a very good series. Book 1 and 2 have been great reading and not being a boring read from the start, characters are well rounded and you can see yourself in one of the characters. The action is very logical and it is not dominated with impossible actions or stupid actions. The reading is good and plots are good and sensible, I just wish that the book was longer because I am really interested in this group as they evolve themselves and thier guild. I also like that it doesn't have wasteful fillers. I am waiting for the next installment of this series. Please don't rush it with garbage like I seen other authors do when they started with a good series then started writing garbage afterwards, also don't take forever with your next release.
This author has a lot of potential for a very good series. Book 1 and 2 have been great reading and not being a boring read from the start, characters are well rounded and you can see yourself in one of the characters. The action is very logical and it is not dominated with impossible actions or stupid actions. The reading is good and plots are good and sensible, I just wish that the book was longer because I am really interested in this group as they evolve themselves and thier guild. I also like that it doesn't have wasteful fillers. I am waiting for the next installment of this series. Please don't rush it with garbage like I seen other authors do when they started with a good series then started writing garbage afterwards, also don't take forever with your next release.
March 17, 2019
Well-written with (mostly) good primary and secondary characters. I say mostly as I admit that the foppish orc gets on my nerves. The characterization is genre-subversive and not bad in itself, but there is entirely too much of him for what he adds to the story. I concur with another reviewer I saw that this needs to move a little faster, but the amount of filler (see orc banter, above) is minimal and things are overall progressing for the Shadow Foxes. So far so good, and I'll read the next one.
December 19, 2019
God of Magic continues to be a fine fantasy series, but for a non-litRPG it feels more "Video Gamey" than a lot of actual litRPG stories. Book starts with a quest, in order to do the quest they need a thing, to get that thing they need to do a side quest, and sometimes get side quested on that side quest. It's the kind of progression you expect in an MMO trying to stretch it's content.
Again, there's harem stuff of tacked on with a s*x scene. It feels really out of place in the story and I'm confused why it's there.
Again, there's harem stuff of tacked on with a s*x scene. It feels really out of place in the story and I'm confused why it's there.
May 5, 2019
Awesome and humorous
This was always a good series, and probably my third favorite of Jacobs'. But now I have to say that this is at least tied with the first spot for me. There is plenty of action and the interaction between the group is very well done and entertaining. With the events that have transpired, I'm interested and eager to see where the story takes us! On to the next book.
This was always a good series, and probably my third favorite of Jacobs'. But now I have to say that this is at least tied with the first spot for me. There is plenty of action and the interaction between the group is very well done and entertaining. With the events that have transpired, I'm interested and eager to see where the story takes us! On to the next book.
February 15, 2019
Fun to read.
I enjoyed the progression of the characters in this book. Overall the pace was good and the action was good. The MC is starting to learn how to use his magic better and that is making the book more entertaining to me. The author has started to work in more depth into the characters and I enjoyed that. Overall I enjoyed it.
I enjoyed the progression of the characters in this book. Overall the pace was good and the action was good. The MC is starting to learn how to use his magic better and that is making the book more entertaining to me. The author has started to work in more depth into the characters and I enjoyed that. Overall I enjoyed it.
March 1, 2019
His Magic Strengthens
Gabriel leads his Guild through adventures on a quest. The team members grow closer and work well together. I like the action, humor, and romance. The characters become more real as they develop and we find out more about them. I look forward to the next book.
Gabriel leads his Guild through adventures on a quest. The team members grow closer and work well together. I like the action, humor, and romance. The characters become more real as they develop and we find out more about them. I look forward to the next book.
March 7, 2019
Awesome
This book has become a favourite of mine and I would recommend to others interested in fantastical guild adventure stories. the world is beautiful, the plot and characters are also endearing and while they haven’t grow a whole lot from the first book to now there is character growth 😊 just more realistic than other books I have read
This book has become a favourite of mine and I would recommend to others interested in fantastical guild adventure stories. the world is beautiful, the plot and characters are also endearing and while they haven’t grow a whole lot from the first book to now there is character growth 😊 just more realistic than other books I have read
March 16, 2019
Enjoyable
This book was slow to start but I got into the story eventually. As a harem story it was slow to build and not much into detail with only one scene. I am looking forward to the next book and hopefully it will build more on the relationships and harem between the MC and others.
Well done and it was enjoyable
This book was slow to start but I got into the story eventually. As a harem story it was slow to build and not much into detail with only one scene. I am looking forward to the next book and hopefully it will build more on the relationships and harem between the MC and others.
Well done and it was enjoyable
January 15, 2020
The team is turning into the protagonist's harem... Also very very detailed graphic sex scenes, with vulgar language. This whole thing started to feel like it is a D&D geek teenager's wet dream... I'll give it another shot with the third book. It could turn into a good anime though, one of those that people watch for "plot".
February 16, 2019
The only complaint I have is it doesn't progress too much, which is also a good thing, considering the endless possibilities.
Logan Jacobs has a very bright future as an author. These stories are entertaining, truthful and emotional as well.
Logan Jacobs has a very bright future as an author. These stories are entertaining, truthful and emotional as well.
February 19, 2019
Fun
Well this series is one that you do not want to put down till you finish. Defiantly not a short read. That is what makes it fun to read and enjoy. The development of each individual is such that the different races are progressing to a awesome saga.
Well this series is one that you do not want to put down till you finish. Defiantly not a short read. That is what makes it fun to read and enjoy. The development of each individual is such that the different races are progressing to a awesome saga.
March 6, 2019
Another great book by Logan
Magic, adventure and a bit of sex makes this book a great addition to the series. Thoroughly enjoyed reading this book and will wait for the next in the series. His other series "Arena" is also very good.
Magic, adventure and a bit of sex makes this book a great addition to the series. Thoroughly enjoyed reading this book and will wait for the next in the series. His other series "Arena" is also very good.
March 17, 2019
Great Dungeon-Delving Fun
This group makes for a great dungeon crawl, and the character progression is interesting and and fun. New relationships, new abilities, new views of the world, and new plot twists make for a fun read. Recommended.
This group makes for a great dungeon crawl, and the character progression is interesting and and fun. New relationships, new abilities, new views of the world, and new plot twists make for a fun read. Recommended.
July 21, 2019
Work in progress for an adventure novel.
Writing is all over the place. Has good ideas but they are unfortunately not fleshed out to their fullest potential. Hope things are not as flat and predictable for future iterations of this series.
Writing is all over the place. Has good ideas but they are unfortunately not fleshed out to their fullest potential. Hope things are not as flat and predictable for future iterations of this series.
August 17, 2019
Excellent sequel
This is a true blue fantasy story. And it's really, really good. Yes there is a miniscule amount of somewhat graphic sex but it's not gratuitous. Also, you get far more in many romance novels. It's not offensive.
This is a true blue fantasy story. And it's really, really good. Yes there is a miniscule amount of somewhat graphic sex but it's not gratuitous. Also, you get far more in many romance novels. It's not offensive.
September 28, 2019
How to hunt an Evil Mage
Quests lead to more quests and sometimes quests your not expecting. The Shadow Guild is new but showing its strengths in beating very hard quests.
Very fun read and I'm looking forward to reading more.
Quests lead to more quests and sometimes quests your not expecting. The Shadow Guild is new but showing its strengths in beating very hard quests.
Very fun read and I'm looking forward to reading more.
April 26, 2020
Off to see a wizard...
And capture or kill him. The bounty hunter guild is off to collect the bounty on a rogue mage and recover a healing medallion. They have to cross a desert and survive the creatures that live in it. A good read.
And capture or kill him. The bounty hunter guild is off to collect the bounty on a rogue mage and recover a healing medallion. They have to cross a desert and survive the creatures that live in it. A good read.
December 7, 2020
Enjoying this series. I like the rapport that the characters are building with each other,and the storyline keeps me invested in the book. Read book 2 on one sitting. Logan is definitely a top writer in this genre. Looking forward to reading more of his work
February 22, 2019
Very good
The story is very good, and some of the characters are an interesting blend of quirky. I will look for next in series, and hope for more depth to the book.
The story is very good, and some of the characters are an interesting blend of quirky. I will look for next in series, and hope for more depth to the book.
February 28, 2019
Good story
This is a good book. You should read it. I like the story. The characters are fun. I like how this is progressing. Good way to spend some down time.
This is a good book. You should read it. I like the story. The characters are fun. I like how this is progressing. Good way to spend some down time.
March 13, 2019
Good book
Good book I can't wait to read the next book in the series I would recommend this book to anyone
Good book I can't wait to read the next book in the series I would recommend this book to anyone
April 12, 2019
The title of this one bothers me. Nothing about the ability's of the MC fit it. Nothing of any of the magic in this series is deserving of it. Not bad but doesnt stick out either.
April 21, 2019
Good tale
It was a fun tale. He had character development and wove a good story. It was a good read, worth reading.
It was a fun tale. He had character development and wove a good story. It was a good read, worth reading.
May 17, 2019
Excellent
The author has done it again, what a great story. The world created in this series is just incredible. I couldn’t put it down and can’t wait to read the next book.
The author has done it again, what a great story. The world created in this series is just incredible. I couldn’t put it down and can’t wait to read the next book.
July 9, 2019
Well Done.
There must have been a ton of research on magic lore done to write such a book. So much of it I have read about in other books, and so much more I have never imagined.
There must have been a ton of research on magic lore done to write such a book. So much of it I have read about in other books, and so much more I have never imagined.
December 10, 2019
3 to 3.5 stars, good but sadly not as good as the first book.
December 31, 2019
Fun adventures as the Shadow Fox guild's fame and notoriety increase. I like this series so far
May 1, 2021
3*
ok is a solid 3 star. Incredibly average harem literature. Rating it 1 star in the hope that kindle will then stop recommending me books from thos author....
ok is a solid 3 star. Incredibly average harem literature. Rating it 1 star in the hope that kindle will then stop recommending me books from thos author....
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