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Life in Exile #3
Watcher’s Fate
The Nelsons have grown in just about every way since being exiled to Eloria.
Now they will face their biggest challenge yet. For all that they thought they had begun to understand what faced them, it has now become apparent that there are larger forces at work and more powerful enemies behind the scenes.
The monstrous dark mage Seimion seems almost unstoppable with a host of fiends at his command and behind him is the mysterious Master.
If they are to save not only their home but the very kingdom of Albia from utter chaos, all of the Nelson's will be required. For the first time the two youngest, Jackson and Sara, will be called upon to play vital roles.
Join the Nelsons in their Life in Exile in this exciting third installment of this Amazon Bestselling LitRPG Series. Grab your Copy Today!
Now they will face their biggest challenge yet. For all that they thought they had begun to understand what faced them, it has now become apparent that there are larger forces at work and more powerful enemies behind the scenes.
The monstrous dark mage Seimion seems almost unstoppable with a host of fiends at his command and behind him is the mysterious Master.
If they are to save not only their home but the very kingdom of Albia from utter chaos, all of the Nelson's will be required. For the first time the two youngest, Jackson and Sara, will be called upon to play vital roles.
Join the Nelsons in their Life in Exile in this exciting third installment of this Amazon Bestselling LitRPG Series. Grab your Copy Today!
- GenresFantasy
680 pages, Kindle Edition
First published October 6, 2020
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August 15, 2021
Emily's such a MILF!
September 4, 2025
Watcher’s Fate (Life in Exile #3) continues the story of Dave, Emily, and their kids as they fight to survive in the game world they’ve been trapped in. The danger keeps escalating—Dark Mage Seimion is becoming a bigger threat, the mysterious Master’s presence is felt more strongly, and the family finds themselves facing tougher challenges both in dungeons and out in the world. Mira, Jackson, and Sara all get more development as adventurers, while Dave and Emily try to guide and protect them despite the odds.
I really enjoyed this book. The dungeon runs were some of my favorite parts, and the way the characters continue to grow kept me hooked. As much as I like Mira and Jackson, I have to admit Sara gets on my nerves—her childish behavior often feels more like a 4-year-old than an 8-year-old. That said, the overall family dynamic still shines, and the balance between high-stakes battles and quieter family moments makes this series stand out.
If you’ve liked the first two books, this one raises the bar with bigger threats, deeper growth, and plenty of action. Solid 5 stars from me.
I really enjoyed this book. The dungeon runs were some of my favorite parts, and the way the characters continue to grow kept me hooked. As much as I like Mira and Jackson, I have to admit Sara gets on my nerves—her childish behavior often feels more like a 4-year-old than an 8-year-old. That said, the overall family dynamic still shines, and the balance between high-stakes battles and quieter family moments makes this series stand out.
If you’ve liked the first two books, this one raises the bar with bigger threats, deeper growth, and plenty of action. Solid 5 stars from me.
January 15, 2021
The organization and flow keeps getting better. I enjoyed the evolution of the family, though they can be grating at times, which isn't a complaint, at all. They're just very human. I still think Sara reads too young and had I skipped much of the dwarf dialogue because it was a chore to muddle through. Overall, this is a great story line and a really neat world that I look forward to further exploring.
October 7, 2020
4.5 is the best I can give
Really am loving this series and I really enjoyed seeing the culture shock trope done with the kids. The inherent racism and segregation of the cultures seemed to resonate with the current political climate. And that despite whatever hardships the Nelson's face the western nuclear family mindset stands strong. It hits right on so many points but your beta readers missed alot and thats not even touching on the Dwarven brogue which while I get what they were trying to say trying to sound them out was more of a tongue twister than the elven names. Can't wait for the next book.
Really am loving this series and I really enjoyed seeing the culture shock trope done with the kids. The inherent racism and segregation of the cultures seemed to resonate with the current political climate. And that despite whatever hardships the Nelson's face the western nuclear family mindset stands strong. It hits right on so many points but your beta readers missed alot and thats not even touching on the Dwarven brogue which while I get what they were trying to say trying to sound them out was more of a tongue twister than the elven names. Can't wait for the next book.
October 20, 2020
Still hate the wife
The novel is developing nicely, the last book was kind of a chore and this one has gone back to the level of the 1st. I love how the leveling up is going and also that the head MC is mellowing down. The world building is really good and I will remain a reader if the next continues in the same way. Though I really hate skills not being used especially maxed out skill, seriously? Use the darn research...spend time every week dedicated to nothing but research on magic skill and crafting...this will have a bigger power boost to everyone in the town and lead to the Gains being hoped for....
The novel is developing nicely, the last book was kind of a chore and this one has gone back to the level of the 1st. I love how the leveling up is going and also that the head MC is mellowing down. The world building is really good and I will remain a reader if the next continues in the same way. Though I really hate skills not being used especially maxed out skill, seriously? Use the darn research...spend time every week dedicated to nothing but research on magic skill and crafting...this will have a bigger power boost to everyone in the town and lead to the Gains being hoped for....
October 26, 2020
More family drama and children doing stupid things. That's the main reason this gets a 3, that and I still can't stand the self-righteous "Karen" who is the wife/mother. Pretty much the same in terms of writing quality as the preceding books in the series; the family dynamics really put me off, so keep that in mind when reading this review.
November 4, 2020
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First, my review: “This was a fun book. I am glad that I read it. You should try it too.”
Second, I am not a bot...at least I don’t think I am. Yes this is copy pasta (just learned that term, so fun!) simply because I feel like any book I read deserves acknowledgement but at the same time my feelings on reviews conflict with the normal review process.
I enjoyed this book, so my goal is to promote it and help the author. If you are a potential reader, just stop reading now and take the above as all you need to know. I am not going to share my reasoning, thoughts on the book, or any opinions that would influence your decision to read it. It is my opinion that Art needs to be experienced at an individual level. You are the only one that can determine what you like and don’t like. Don’t let others make that decision for you. You should definitely read the book and completely ignore all of the reviews. Or not if you don’t think this book is for you. That choice is all yours and the beauty of art appreciation. You are a much better judge of what you will like than anyone here.
If you are a member of the IAK Guild (thanks, Jason) or part of the review police, feel free to criticize me and challenge my philosophy on reviewing art. I think we all love a good debate. The forums are open and I welcome your comments. I was wrong in my previous request to get you to stop. Your blatant disregard for that request has led to some fun discussions. Growth is important for us all.
Cheers
First, my review: “This was a fun book. I am glad that I read it. You should try it too.”
Second, I am not a bot...at least I don’t think I am. Yes this is copy pasta (just learned that term, so fun!) simply because I feel like any book I read deserves acknowledgement but at the same time my feelings on reviews conflict with the normal review process.
I enjoyed this book, so my goal is to promote it and help the author. If you are a potential reader, just stop reading now and take the above as all you need to know. I am not going to share my reasoning, thoughts on the book, or any opinions that would influence your decision to read it. It is my opinion that Art needs to be experienced at an individual level. You are the only one that can determine what you like and don’t like. Don’t let others make that decision for you. You should definitely read the book and completely ignore all of the reviews. Or not if you don’t think this book is for you. That choice is all yours and the beauty of art appreciation. You are a much better judge of what you will like than anyone here.
If you are a member of the IAK Guild (thanks, Jason) or part of the review police, feel free to criticize me and challenge my philosophy on reviewing art. I think we all love a good debate. The forums are open and I welcome your comments. I was wrong in my previous request to get you to stop. Your blatant disregard for that request has led to some fun discussions. Growth is important for us all.
Cheers
July 29, 2021
OK, the first two books in this series are straight-up awesome... but Holy gods, hang onto your seat as you settle in for this action-packed, high-fantasy, litRPG ride!!!
Although the story's still following multi points of view, there's more focus on young Sara and her epic "monster friend class", along with her older brother Jackson, and his need for stat points to gain power and level up quickly! Speaking of stats, a known consequence of reading/listening to any litRPG, is the monotonous liturgy of the stats themselves... and generally, it's something I tune out 😴 (yes, I realize stats are important to a gamer, but they aren't to me!) Yeah, yeah... you get stronger, what matters is it progresses the story along... Okay, true confession, I've never played a RPG, but yet I enjoy the genre (so go figure, 🤔)... Sean Oswald has managed an amazing "first" by actually making me care about those stats as each family member gains points, and studies how best to utilize them in order to build up who/what they eventually want to be in this strange, new existence.
Again Peter Berkrot's voice performance is dead on the money, and finely nuanced, so let that magical voice transport you back to Eloria once again, for a ride you won't soon forget!
Although the story's still following multi points of view, there's more focus on young Sara and her epic "monster friend class", along with her older brother Jackson, and his need for stat points to gain power and level up quickly! Speaking of stats, a known consequence of reading/listening to any litRPG, is the monotonous liturgy of the stats themselves... and generally, it's something I tune out 😴 (yes, I realize stats are important to a gamer, but they aren't to me!) Yeah, yeah... you get stronger, what matters is it progresses the story along... Okay, true confession, I've never played a RPG, but yet I enjoy the genre (so go figure, 🤔)... Sean Oswald has managed an amazing "first" by actually making me care about those stats as each family member gains points, and studies how best to utilize them in order to build up who/what they eventually want to be in this strange, new existence.
Again Peter Berkrot's voice performance is dead on the money, and finely nuanced, so let that magical voice transport you back to Eloria once again, for a ride you won't soon forget!
January 24, 2021
I thought the first two books were goods this one however was phenomenal. Here's the thing there are quite a few authors out there that don't listen to the fans they write what they write and that's all anyone gets that being said whether it was just fans or it was a combination of his own opinion of how the books came out but the jarring way the flashback were written in the first two got fixed in this book and this book truly was a masterfully well-written and things are definitely heating up in the story. From start to finish this book hits on all cylinders I absolutely can't wait for more.
October 11, 2020
Really great book.
This was a great book to read. It was clean and did not have any profanity. It has really good character development. Of course it also had plenty of level ups loot and everything that make litrpg so much fun.
My only complaint is that the father character is starting to become arrogant and prideful. I hope he gets fixed soon and doesn't mess up to much in the meantime. David the dad is my favorite character.
Oh I guess I have another complaint. I can't wait for the next book.
This was a great book to read. It was clean and did not have any profanity. It has really good character development. Of course it also had plenty of level ups loot and everything that make litrpg so much fun.
My only complaint is that the father character is starting to become arrogant and prideful. I hope he gets fixed soon and doesn't mess up to much in the meantime. David the dad is my favorite character.
Oh I guess I have another complaint. I can't wait for the next book.
March 22, 2021
Major Plot Stupidity
For the 5th or 7th time the "very bright smart" eight year old girl with a "heart of gold" acts out like a 3 year old brat in a preventable or trivially fixable way (like taking 1 fething DAY with uber trackers on hand to rescue her from a simple goblin, instead having to leave RIGHT THAT MINUTE to do politics that could have been done a week later), becomes the only way to move forward. The older sister is right, the little one is only "special" in a short bus manner of speaking.
For the 5th or 7th time the "very bright smart" eight year old girl with a "heart of gold" acts out like a 3 year old brat in a preventable or trivially fixable way (like taking 1 fething DAY with uber trackers on hand to rescue her from a simple goblin, instead having to leave RIGHT THAT MINUTE to do politics that could have been done a week later), becomes the only way to move forward. The older sister is right, the little one is only "special" in a short bus manner of speaking.
July 13, 2023
It's ok I guess? I wish the primary protagonist would stop trying to be better and just actually do it. Everyone seems to grow except him, who struggles decides something... then doesn't.
I love that the main couple actually communicate and like each other... when they do. But again, the MC is still, in book 3, going "I should tell her" and then not. And then finally actually does talk to her at the end of the book and then as soon as she walks out the door, he goes, "NAH."
Probly won't continue.
I love that the main couple actually communicate and like each other... when they do. But again, the MC is still, in book 3, going "I should tell her" and then not. And then finally actually does talk to her at the end of the book and then as soon as she walks out the door, he goes, "NAH."
Probly won't continue.
November 26, 2020
Sean Oswald does it again!
Seriously I really love this series, if your a fan of the fantasy/litrpg genre, you've gotta give this series a try, it's really great. I love seeing the family grow. It's just a super neat and different dynamic. Give the series a try for sure. The character development is great, the story line believable, and enough mystery to keep you coming back for more. I can wait for the next in this series. Keep them coming Mr. Oswald!
Seriously I really love this series, if your a fan of the fantasy/litrpg genre, you've gotta give this series a try, it's really great. I love seeing the family grow. It's just a super neat and different dynamic. Give the series a try for sure. The character development is great, the story line believable, and enough mystery to keep you coming back for more. I can wait for the next in this series. Keep them coming Mr. Oswald!
January 13, 2021
Good story, ruined by all the political garbage
If you consider yourself to be a social justice warrior, you'll probably love this book. I couldn't get into the book at all because of all the politically correct crap the author kept throwing in the readers face. I thought I would give the third book a try but I only made it 5% through before i couldnt stand it and deleted the book.
If you consider yourself to be a social justice warrior, you'll probably love this book. I couldn't get into the book at all because of all the politically correct crap the author kept throwing in the readers face. I thought I would give the third book a try but I only made it 5% through before i couldnt stand it and deleted the book.
January 3, 2021
Power
Starting to get a little worried for the main character but seeing his power increase to mass proportions and dominating the field like a BOSS, fantastic!!!! His family is now no joke either. They're almost comparable to the Z force in dragon ball z. I Cant wait to see how Jackson handles his bullies. Already ordered the next book, seriously looking forward to it.!.!.!.
Starting to get a little worried for the main character but seeing his power increase to mass proportions and dominating the field like a BOSS, fantastic!!!! His family is now no joke either. They're almost comparable to the Z force in dragon ball z. I Cant wait to see how Jackson handles his bullies. Already ordered the next book, seriously looking forward to it.!.!.!.
January 14, 2021
Fantastic book, but the wife is still such an annoying character that I just can’t give it 5 stars. Every other character has meaningful character growth except for her. After suffering through her preachy Karen rages about everything, I've started just skimming her PoV to make sure I am not missing any vital plot details. The other characters are fantastic, and as with the previous book the world building is great.
January 15, 2021
A good read but to long
I have to say this book was good but it has a drawback in it was to long and we had another long dungeon sequence which I thought was repetitive of book 2 and could of been shorter as well as a lot of things to remember with lots of new abilities for characters. Still a great series to read and innovative
I have to say this book was good but it has a drawback in it was to long and we had another long dungeon sequence which I thought was repetitive of book 2 and could of been shorter as well as a lot of things to remember with lots of new abilities for characters. Still a great series to read and innovative
October 8, 2020
More family peril fun.
I enjoy the Swiss Family Robinson flavor. It’s a great twist on the isekie trope. Fantastic settings and family dynamics keep things rolling. Now of course I have to wait for the next one.
I enjoy the Swiss Family Robinson flavor. It’s a great twist on the isekie trope. Fantastic settings and family dynamics keep things rolling. Now of course I have to wait for the next one.
October 29, 2020
Best in the series
Some grammatical errors and typos. Books are building on each other to develop a rich narrative and opening up a fantastic universe. Excited to see where the author takes us as the story continues.
Some grammatical errors and typos. Books are building on each other to develop a rich narrative and opening up a fantastic universe. Excited to see where the author takes us as the story continues.
January 7, 2021
Yet again, a wonderful read.
I have been binging this entire series and so far thoroughly enjoy it. The multiple characters mesh well and the family dynamics of an alien universe are fantastic. Please read the series! You will love it!
I have been binging this entire series and so far thoroughly enjoy it. The multiple characters mesh well and the family dynamics of an alien universe are fantastic. Please read the series! You will love it!
April 3, 2021
The most dangerous enemy finally revealed.
Still enjoying this series, looking forward to the next book. The wife seems like a b#ch sometimes but is getting better as the story progresses.
Still enjoying this series, looking forward to the next book. The wife seems like a b#ch sometimes but is getting better as the story progresses.
April 25, 2021
Good
The story is still very compelling and the writing has greatly improved. There is still a small part where the past is juxtaposed into a scene of the present but it’s not as jarring as in book 2. I am in for this series now
The story is still very compelling and the writing has greatly improved. There is still a small part where the past is juxtaposed into a scene of the present but it’s not as jarring as in book 2. I am in for this series now
April 22, 2022
A little better than the last one, Emily is still insufferable but seems a little better and he doesn't do that back and forth time thing nor the multiple repetitions of the same evens from the first. I think Oswald might be finding his stride as an author.
February 26, 2025
Solid and fun adventure, with the family dynamic really making the story unique. Good combat, decent humor, not bad plot. Not sure what the overarching story is, but I guess that will be revealed in time.
October 11, 2020
Good read
The character development is nice. I
Appreciate the spousal arguments and interaction. I am interested where their respective outlooks and struggles will lead them.
The character development is nice. I
Appreciate the spousal arguments and interaction. I am interested where their respective outlooks and struggles will lead them.
October 12, 2020
A captivating story
A great progression of the story that leaves you wondering what’s next. Truly worth the read so pick it up now!
A great progression of the story that leaves you wondering what’s next. Truly worth the read so pick it up now!
October 14, 2020
This series just gets better and better. The Nelsons are a family to root for. The author nails the family dynamic. All the choices and the way they family acts ring true.
October 18, 2020
Surprising Twists
Enjoyable read with lots of unexpected twists that are a pleasure to read and ponder. Excellent character development, world building, and story.
Enjoyable read with lots of unexpected twists that are a pleasure to read and ponder. Excellent character development, world building, and story.
October 21, 2020
Excellent. Great mechanics and a good story to boot. Thoroughly enjoyed this book and am looking forward to the next.
November 4, 2020
Great book
Stellar work once again from Sean Oswald! Lots of action and adventure, leveling and magic, dungeons and monsters. Looking forward to the next one!
Stellar work once again from Sean Oswald! Lots of action and adventure, leveling and magic, dungeons and monsters. Looking forward to the next one!
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