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Published October 13, 2020
Right of Retribution, #1
Author: William D. Arand

Genre: Urban Fantasy / LitRPG
William D. Arand’s Right of Retribution is the first book in a series that promises action, complex characters, and a dark journey of revenge. It falls within the growing subgenre of LitRPG, where elements of gaming systems are combined with fantasy world-building.

The book follows Axton, a man marked by tragedy and injustice. After the murder of his family and the loss of everything he holds dear, Axton embarks on a quest for retribution.

In this world, there is a justice system called the "Right of Retribution," which grants the victim—or someone chosen by the victim—the opportunity to exact punishment on the guilty.


The book's strength lies in its portrayal of revenge as something that is both empowering and corrosive.

Example: "When Axton unlocked the next skill in his progression tree, the rush of power was as intoxicating as it was terrifying."


The novel contains a lot of violence, and the darker themes may not be for everyone.


Final Thoughts
Right of Retribution is a compelling dark fantasy with RPG elements that will appeal to fans of LitRPG and morally complex protagonists.