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Second Coming of Gluttony #1
Gula's Chosen
Seol had everything – a loving family, a beautiful girlfriend, and an instinct for danger that let him navigate through life safely. Unfortunately, an addiction to gambling cost him everything. Seol was at the lowest he had ever been, and had decided to end his life... but instead, he received a second chance to make things right – a chance of redemption – in a different world called Lost Paradise, where danger abounded at every step. Wanting to escape reality, and guided by his dream, Seol decided to take a leap of faith and entered Paradise.
In this new world, where gods are able to bestow powers upon humans, will Seol be able to redeem himself? Will he find the meaning of his vivid dream? Join Seol as he embarks on an epic adventure, creating new legends in his search for answers in this new world of Lost Paradise…
In this new world, where gods are able to bestow powers upon humans, will Seol be able to redeem himself? Will he find the meaning of his vivid dream? Join Seol as he embarks on an epic adventure, creating new legends in his search for answers in this new world of Lost Paradise…
- GenresFantasyLight Novel
828 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 8, 2021
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September 14, 2024
I read so many badly translated Asian web novels through my teens that I can hardly remember all of them. Coming back to them now, I wonder what I was thinking when I read that garbage. Hollow and played-out fantasy tropes, hubris-stroking Mary Sues and a main character that can do no wrong (or does, but in an "edgy" and "cool" way). I'm projecting, but I seriously can't read some of this stuff anymore without blushing.
Then there's this series. It's not perfect, but by god it is the best of the lot by a wide margin. It's everything a web novel shouldn't be: it has original ideas, characters with their own motivations and flaws, and a main character that, get this: isn't a perfect person. In fact, he's kind of a fuckwit in the beginning, and spends most of the series mending his ties with the people close to him because of it.
That's not to say he's unlikable, but he is vulnerable. This isn't the meat and bones of the series, but his retribution arc on earth is actually touching. I know first hand what it's like to admit fault and ask for forgiveness; even when the other person might prefer you disappear instead. Consequences, man.
The bulk of the series takes place in Lost Paradise—Seol's convenient escape from his dreary past on Earth. A good ninety percent of a good fantasy setting for me is novelty and a sense of wonder, and there's that and more on offer here. Much thought went into crafting a world that feels real and interesting. There's a map of lost paradise permanently etched in my brain, along with a list of characters, organizations and deities that vie for control over it. And much like how Middle-Earth slowly opens up to Frodo and Hogwarts gradually reveals its secrets to Harry, there's no big exposition dump here. You'll have to stick around to get the full course.
And yet the side characters are maybe my favorite part of this series. Lost paradise is in constant war, and the people from Earth aren't too keen on risking their lives for it. This leads to a very natural incongruity, where people are ruthless, pragmatic and morally flexible, but carefree at the same time. There is not one perfect person in paradise, which means that there are no perfect friends for the main character. He has to work and learn to trust people who are greedy, emotional, ignorant or prideful.
There's also no perfect victory. If there's a gain, there's also a loss. Characters die and regrets will mount over time. A hero is only as good as the challenges they overcome, and there's no respite when your enemy stands at the top of the world.
I'm overemphasizing the tough parts here, but it's just so unusual for this genre that I can't help it. Rest assured, Seol still laughs more than he cries, and the sweet taste of well-earned victory overwhelms the bitterness of loss. He's still the main character, like the boy with the scar on his forehead or a ring in his pocket. But he earns every bit of it. I like that.
It does start off a little slow, but you'll start to see slivers of light after the tutorial is over. Once he enters Lost Paradise proper—that's when the author hits his stride. I like the intro too, but know that you can expect much more to come later.
This is an all-timer. A classic. A bonafide fantasy cornucopia. Enjoy your time in Lost Paradise! And don't forget: death is the preferred outcome of battle with the seven armies.
Then there's this series. It's not perfect, but by god it is the best of the lot by a wide margin. It's everything a web novel shouldn't be: it has original ideas, characters with their own motivations and flaws, and a main character that, get this: isn't a perfect person. In fact, he's kind of a fuckwit in the beginning, and spends most of the series mending his ties with the people close to him because of it.
That's not to say he's unlikable, but he is vulnerable. This isn't the meat and bones of the series, but his retribution arc on earth is actually touching. I know first hand what it's like to admit fault and ask for forgiveness; even when the other person might prefer you disappear instead. Consequences, man.
The bulk of the series takes place in Lost Paradise—Seol's convenient escape from his dreary past on Earth. A good ninety percent of a good fantasy setting for me is novelty and a sense of wonder, and there's that and more on offer here. Much thought went into crafting a world that feels real and interesting. There's a map of lost paradise permanently etched in my brain, along with a list of characters, organizations and deities that vie for control over it. And much like how Middle-Earth slowly opens up to Frodo and Hogwarts gradually reveals its secrets to Harry, there's no big exposition dump here. You'll have to stick around to get the full course.
And yet the side characters are maybe my favorite part of this series. Lost paradise is in constant war, and the people from Earth aren't too keen on risking their lives for it. This leads to a very natural incongruity, where people are ruthless, pragmatic and morally flexible, but carefree at the same time. There is not one perfect person in paradise, which means that there are no perfect friends for the main character. He has to work and learn to trust people who are greedy, emotional, ignorant or prideful.
There's also no perfect victory. If there's a gain, there's also a loss. Characters die and regrets will mount over time. A hero is only as good as the challenges they overcome, and there's no respite when your enemy stands at the top of the world.
I'm overemphasizing the tough parts here, but it's just so unusual for this genre that I can't help it. Rest assured, Seol still laughs more than he cries, and the sweet taste of well-earned victory overwhelms the bitterness of loss. He's still the main character, like the boy with the scar on his forehead or a ring in his pocket. But he earns every bit of it. I like that.
It does start off a little slow, but you'll start to see slivers of light after the tutorial is over. Once he enters Lost Paradise proper—that's when the author hits his stride. I like the intro too, but know that you can expect much more to come later.
This is an all-timer. A classic. A bonafide fantasy cornucopia. Enjoy your time in Lost Paradise! And don't forget: death is the preferred outcome of battle with the seven armies.
November 24, 2024
So I read the manhwa for this, and everyone said the novel was better. So I bought an e-reader and picked it up for free on Amazon. They were f*****g right. Damn, reading is pretty dope, I should do it more often.
April 28, 2021
Starts off a little rough, but keeps getting better
Gula's Chosen is the first book of The Second Coming of Gluttony, which is a web series, and is definitely the weakest entry. Despite this, I still thoroughly enjoyed this book and even if you don't, the good news is that the series continues to get better.
The series is set between two worlds, Earth, and a fantasy-filled world known as The Lost Paradise. The Lost Paradise is a place where Earthlings are able to attain classes, level up, and fight monsters.
The first half of this book is not plotted like your typical LITRPG/Progression Fantasy Because of this, I believe many LITRPG/Progression Fantasy fans may drop the series early. However, once you get through this initial period and move on through the series, you will experience one of the greatest web series of all time.
Gula's Chosen is the first book of The Second Coming of Gluttony, which is a web series, and is definitely the weakest entry. Despite this, I still thoroughly enjoyed this book and even if you don't, the good news is that the series continues to get better.
The series is set between two worlds, Earth, and a fantasy-filled world known as The Lost Paradise. The Lost Paradise is a place where Earthlings are able to attain classes, level up, and fight monsters.
The first half of this book is not plotted like your typical LITRPG/Progression Fantasy Because of this, I believe many LITRPG/Progression Fantasy fans may drop the series early. However, once you get through this initial period and move on through the series, you will experience one of the greatest web series of all time.
May 24, 2021
I don't like the MC
This book is garbage because the MC is garbage. He is a coward, a moron, a jerk, and his brain doesn't work properly. His actions are totally inconsistent and serve to just push the story forward. As a human being, he is not believable. When he does something that appears kind it's out of cowardice or a misunderstanding rather than anything good. The whole premise of willingly going to a slave world to fight and die is nonsense in the beginning so it's not that remarkable that people in this novel don't act much like real folks would.
This book is garbage because the MC is garbage. He is a coward, a moron, a jerk, and his brain doesn't work properly. His actions are totally inconsistent and serve to just push the story forward. As a human being, he is not believable. When he does something that appears kind it's out of cowardice or a misunderstanding rather than anything good. The whole premise of willingly going to a slave world to fight and die is nonsense in the beginning so it's not that remarkable that people in this novel don't act much like real folks would.
April 28, 2021
Highly Recommended
This must be on of my favourite books of all time.
I’m not sure how to describe the Genre of this book, but as a reader I am a fan of Fantasy. I’d also consider myself a Gamer (when I find the time to Game) and a fan of Anime.
I stumbled upon this on WuxiaWorld when chasing the light novel of an amazing Anime show that ended far to soon. (Grimgar of Ashes and Illusions - of course recommend this also)
Thankfully, I found it late. As I probably only spent half a year waiting for the weekly “chapter” releases before it reached the end. (Chapter = roughly 1-2 pages of text. Lol!)
That being said, I’m writing this review to support the Authors the translators and everyone else that contributes towards opening up this world of Stories and Culture that personally I was ignorant to previously.
So, that being said.. Give it a go!
This must be on of my favourite books of all time.
I’m not sure how to describe the Genre of this book, but as a reader I am a fan of Fantasy. I’d also consider myself a Gamer (when I find the time to Game) and a fan of Anime.
I stumbled upon this on WuxiaWorld when chasing the light novel of an amazing Anime show that ended far to soon. (Grimgar of Ashes and Illusions - of course recommend this also)
Thankfully, I found it late. As I probably only spent half a year waiting for the weekly “chapter” releases before it reached the end. (Chapter = roughly 1-2 pages of text. Lol!)
That being said, I’m writing this review to support the Authors the translators and everyone else that contributes towards opening up this world of Stories and Culture that personally I was ignorant to previously.
So, that being said.. Give it a go!
April 26, 2021
Excellent
The book follows Seol, one of people that can go to another world. The earthlings are there to grow stronger and help local humans with alien invasions, but human nature interferes and makes a mess.
There is a slight litrpg element, but it's not shown much. The story is very well done, and characters are believable and realistic. Seol is no hero, he is flawed and traumatised by his own actions.
Translation is very good, there are no typos and non asian names are mostly ok, unlike in some other books. I did find a few extra words (like "immediately go right now") but it's rare.
Overall, I loved reading it so much online that I bought the book.
The book follows Seol, one of people that can go to another world. The earthlings are there to grow stronger and help local humans with alien invasions, but human nature interferes and makes a mess.
There is a slight litrpg element, but it's not shown much. The story is very well done, and characters are believable and realistic. Seol is no hero, he is flawed and traumatised by his own actions.
Translation is very good, there are no typos and non asian names are mostly ok, unlike in some other books. I did find a few extra words (like "immediately go right now") but it's rare.
Overall, I loved reading it so much online that I bought the book.
April 27, 2021
Great story. And well written. Really enjoy it.
Have really enjoyed the story to date. Think its an interesting setting and well put together. Would definitely reccommend. To date one of my favorites of its type.
Have really enjoyed the story to date. Think its an interesting setting and well put together. Would definitely reccommend. To date one of my favorites of its type.
July 13, 2022
Prose is decent, but the protagonist is unlikeable and the interchangeable other characters nothing much. I stopped mainly because, though it was easy to read, I was hundreds of pages in and totally didn't care.
October 30, 2024
Great starter book for light novels
As the title reads! Main character's development is great and steady. I would highly recommend this book to anyone interested in starting light novels
As the title reads! Main character's development is great and steady. I would highly recommend this book to anyone interested in starting light novels
June 22, 2022
It was a good book
I thinks some things were lost in translation but over all it was a good read will buy the second book
I thinks some things were lost in translation but over all it was a good read will buy the second book
October 2, 2024
Good book
Why is it that the mad guys are always rapist, and the grown mc is allergic to the opposite sex? If he doesn't get laid or keep acting like a homo am out.
Why is it that the mad guys are always rapist, and the grown mc is allergic to the opposite sex? If he doesn't get laid or keep acting like a homo am out.
November 17, 2025
Little bit eccentric, but I enjoyed it.
November 21, 2024
I’m conflicted on this one. On one hand, I really liked this book when I first read it. On the other, the ending really killed it for me, and the rest feels tainted as the foreshadowing I hadn’t before seen is clear as day. 0.5 stars.
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