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Castle Core
Level up. Expand my village. Conquer my neighbors.
And collect a few wives along the way.
Life as a Peasant Farmer was boring to say the least. Was I really wrong to distract myself with the Mayor’s daughter? She certainly didn’t mind.
Of course, the Mayor did, and now I’ve been exiled to some dark, distant forest on the other side of the continent.
What do you do when your entire village, and even your own family betrays you?
Start plotting your revenge, of course.
After saving a beautiful woman’s life, and nearly getting beaten to death for it, I became the proud owner of a castle Core, the central power of every village. The core’s spirit levels up like any human, gives their owner access to more powerful Classes, and provide buffs to the townsfolk.
The best part? Every woman I marry gains a similar boost in power.
One day, my wives and I will return to my former home as conquerors.
As long as the local King doesn’t kill us first.
***Castle Core is a fantasy LitRPG twist on the typical dungeon Core story, featuring harem, slice-of-life, and town-building elements.***
And collect a few wives along the way.
Life as a Peasant Farmer was boring to say the least. Was I really wrong to distract myself with the Mayor’s daughter? She certainly didn’t mind.
Of course, the Mayor did, and now I’ve been exiled to some dark, distant forest on the other side of the continent.
What do you do when your entire village, and even your own family betrays you?
Start plotting your revenge, of course.
After saving a beautiful woman’s life, and nearly getting beaten to death for it, I became the proud owner of a castle Core, the central power of every village. The core’s spirit levels up like any human, gives their owner access to more powerful Classes, and provide buffs to the townsfolk.
The best part? Every woman I marry gains a similar boost in power.
One day, my wives and I will return to my former home as conquerors.
As long as the local King doesn’t kill us first.
***Castle Core is a fantasy LitRPG twist on the typical dungeon Core story, featuring harem, slice-of-life, and town-building elements.***
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Published September 10, 2021
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December 7, 2022
So do I admit in public that I picked this up with intent to read? I apparently have no sense of shame, so what the heck. At least I can give reasons for a dnf. Redemption achieved? You decide.
So the hero of this is a proto-bro (broto?) and an amazing jerk. I don't blame his former mayor for exiling him, though it seems every other ruler of this world is an even bigger jerk, so whatever. So Broto Joe takes over a town by accident and does unlikely things to impress people in unlikely ways and starts leveling up in a LitRPG fashion that made as little sense as possible while still being a story mechanic. Oh, also, centers of development have a sapience that was interesting (and apparently that's another sub-niche of LitRPG?!?) so there's this town consciousness that enables Broto Joe to do stuff. Like select sycophants so they level up faster and farther if they remain in his good graces.
Just ugh. Also, the author doesn't even bother with any kind of relationship dynamic, but rather sprinkles willing single females liberally for him to pick up. If you know what I mean. And I know you do. Fortunately, they're all totally into him. And each other. Just ugh.
So Yeah. One star? I mean, the author didn't make sentence-level blunders or anything. There's some craft capability on display. But story? Character? Plot? Not so much. Is that really a surprise, though? With that cover, I mean? There's probably an audience for Broto Joes living the bro power fantasy of lucking into success while surrounded by willing women grateful for his attention... The real question is: will this cure me of my LitRPG plunge? Sigh. Maybe? Who knows?
So the hero of this is a proto-bro (broto?) and an amazing jerk. I don't blame his former mayor for exiling him, though it seems every other ruler of this world is an even bigger jerk, so whatever. So Broto Joe takes over a town by accident and does unlikely things to impress people in unlikely ways and starts leveling up in a LitRPG fashion that made as little sense as possible while still being a story mechanic. Oh, also, centers of development have a sapience that was interesting (and apparently that's another sub-niche of LitRPG?!?) so there's this town consciousness that enables Broto Joe to do stuff. Like select sycophants so they level up faster and farther if they remain in his good graces.
Just ugh. Also, the author doesn't even bother with any kind of relationship dynamic, but rather sprinkles willing single females liberally for him to pick up. If you know what I mean. And I know you do. Fortunately, they're all totally into him. And each other. Just ugh.
So Yeah. One star? I mean, the author didn't make sentence-level blunders or anything. There's some craft capability on display. But story? Character? Plot? Not so much. Is that really a surprise, though? With that cover, I mean? There's probably an audience for Broto Joes living the bro power fantasy of lucking into success while surrounded by willing women grateful for his attention... The real question is: will this cure me of my LitRPG plunge? Sigh. Maybe? Who knows?
September 27, 2021
Not very good. Would not recommend.
No real character development. MC is kinda a jerk, and whines that he was thrown out of his old town, but I would have kicked him out as well. Weird writing where things that happened previously, are then fleshed out after they have already happened, sometimes at the end of the previous chapter. I never really care about anyone, and ended up skimming through explicit material. I would not recommend.
No real character development. MC is kinda a jerk, and whines that he was thrown out of his old town, but I would have kicked him out as well. Weird writing where things that happened previously, are then fleshed out after they have already happened, sometimes at the end of the previous chapter. I never really care about anyone, and ended up skimming through explicit material. I would not recommend.
July 18, 2024
DNF. It's terrible. First of all let me say that I saw all the complaints that the MC was a jerk so I had high hopes for this book. Unfortunately it's not really true. He is kinda of annoying but he's not a jerk. He's a pushover, and an idiot. He continuously puts up with women treating him like dirt. In fact one of his wives came up to him and told him she's willing to sell her body to him to get the benefits of being a wife to a ruler. He KNOWS she doesn't like him and even mentions it. But he agrees to it anyway. When that same wife brought her sister to be a soldier and the sister had the same "go eff yourself!" attitude, I gave up on the book. You know it got me thinking about the types of writers who resort to haremlit. In nearly all these books the MC is a male without an ounce of grit who grovels, capitulates, concedes, simpers, and begs for sex. Do haremlit writers think this is how relationships work? Are they incels who imagine that if they simp hard enough they might get to smash? Are there NO haremlit books with strong male MCs who are in charge?
June 20, 2022
Meh. I hope this is entertaining enough.
The book just started, and it seems the protagonist is someone who blames others for when things go bad in his life, after committing the actions he willingly choices.
This would be a book about a real piece of shit protagonist, if what I saw so far is enough for him to take revenge on his village. Maybe there will be flashbacks about how everyone molested him, or kicked his puppy as a kid, but what I saw so far (three chapters) everything is consequences for his actions.
This was a "meh".
The talks of revenge at the start of the novel is completely gone. The protagonist is mad at people because they didn't want him ploughing their wives and daughters instead of the fields (he was farmer).
There are a bunch of other stuff I could make note of, but I can't be bothered. Didn't really like how the protagonist just thinks with his crotch.
I won't be reading the sequel, nor I think anything else from the author.
2.5/5 Stars
The book just started, and it seems the protagonist is someone who blames others for when things go bad in his life, after committing the actions he willingly choices.
This would be a book about a real piece of shit protagonist, if what I saw so far is enough for him to take revenge on his village. Maybe there will be flashbacks about how everyone molested him, or kicked his puppy as a kid, but what I saw so far (three chapters) everything is consequences for his actions.
This was a "meh".
The talks of revenge at the start of the novel is completely gone. The protagonist is mad at people because they didn't want him ploughing their wives and daughters instead of the fields (he was farmer).
There are a bunch of other stuff I could make note of, but I can't be bothered. Didn't really like how the protagonist just thinks with his crotch.
I won't be reading the sequel, nor I think anything else from the author.
2.5/5 Stars
September 30, 2021
An awesome beginning!!!
Readers you definitely need to read this story and keep this series alive!!! Excellent world building, enjoyable characters and great adult fantasy action!!! A true must read!!!
Readers you definitely need to read this story and keep this series alive!!! Excellent world building, enjoyable characters and great adult fantasy action!!! A true must read!!!
July 29, 2022
I'ts not a game/litRPG book, it's not erotica, the plot arcs are not well written or thought out. This story needs a lot of polish, better writing, better ideas and less sexual intercourse. There is absolutely no seduction (at all).
This is the first book where a jerk of a main character marries two girls at the same time. Because the marriage ritual is a religious and sometimes legal convention, it means that it is a contract with another person that requires certain conditions to become fulfilled: which sometimes are "procreation", "faithfulness", "protection", "love and cherish", etc. etc. etc. Because the author married three people at once, this is actually a marriage amongst 3 people, the women are also married to each other, because the author is completely lacking in maturity and emotional intelligence the only condition placed amongst the three, is to have sex. (Believe it or not). Any contract gives conditions (rights and responsibilities) but this marriage is not really a religious or legal convention or traditional marriage by any conditions...
The author does not know much about game play, creates the "castle core" as a kind of extrapolation/derivation of the known "dungeon core", to represent a "core" needed to create a town (not a dungeon). There is no "core master" (Castle-Master), nor a display to manage the town like in a simulation-town-creation-game. New professions or jobs are "stolen" from killing other people. Main character killed the town mayor and thus changed from "farmer/peasant" job (profession).
So the sexual situations are worse than "bad porn", the dialogues need a lot of polish and depth, characters need development (more than breast size and curves), the town needs a lot of everything especially governance, management, and real development...Retinue is harem/like, but this author marries everybody (so as to be able to power level his retinue/harem member wives). Because they are also "married to each other" in theory the "leveling up" should be kind of exponentially achieved...but the author never really realized it...
I can't think of anything positive, maybe the illustration on the cover, is the best characteristic to this first volume of the Castle Core series.
This is the first book where a jerk of a main character marries two girls at the same time. Because the marriage ritual is a religious and sometimes legal convention, it means that it is a contract with another person that requires certain conditions to become fulfilled: which sometimes are "procreation", "faithfulness", "protection", "love and cherish", etc. etc. etc. Because the author married three people at once, this is actually a marriage amongst 3 people, the women are also married to each other, because the author is completely lacking in maturity and emotional intelligence the only condition placed amongst the three, is to have sex. (Believe it or not). Any contract gives conditions (rights and responsibilities) but this marriage is not really a religious or legal convention or traditional marriage by any conditions...
The author does not know much about game play, creates the "castle core" as a kind of extrapolation/derivation of the known "dungeon core", to represent a "core" needed to create a town (not a dungeon). There is no "core master" (Castle-Master), nor a display to manage the town like in a simulation-town-creation-game. New professions or jobs are "stolen" from killing other people. Main character killed the town mayor and thus changed from "farmer/peasant" job (profession).
So the sexual situations are worse than "bad porn", the dialogues need a lot of polish and depth, characters need development (more than breast size and curves), the town needs a lot of everything especially governance, management, and real development...Retinue is harem/like, but this author marries everybody (so as to be able to power level his retinue/harem member wives). Because they are also "married to each other" in theory the "leveling up" should be kind of exponentially achieved...but the author never really realized it...
I can't think of anything positive, maybe the illustration on the cover, is the best characteristic to this first volume of the Castle Core series.
December 19, 2024
Title: "Frostbitten Realms of Revenge and Romance: A Deep Howl into Castle Core"
Introduction:
Salutations, snowpack comrades and furfolk alike! It is I, Kiba Snowpaw, Alpha of HowlStrom, scribe of 5000 games and 400+ audiobooks. Today, I howl to you from the icy heart of my den about Castle Core by Milo Storm, a LitRPG adventure drenched in intrigue, harem antics, and village-building mechanics. Is it a true howl of literary excellence, or does it stumble into the snowbanks of mediocrity? Let's sink our fangs into it.
Basic Plot Summary:
Exiled from his village for frolicking with the mayor's daughter (scandalous, I know), our protagonist stumbles upon a magical artifact—a Castle Core—that thrusts him into leadership over an abandoned settlement. Alongside this newfound power comes the ability to level up, acquire wives (yes, plural), and defend his burgeoning territory from threats both local and royal. Revenge simmers in his veins as he plots to return to his former home, now armed with the power of a ruler and a growing harem.
Originality:
This is where Castle Core earns its frostbitten stripes. It’s a unique twist on the Dungeon Core genre, blending it with village management and harem mechanics. While the concept of sentient "Cores" has been explored in series like Dungeon Crawler Carl or Crystal Core, the town-building aspect adds a refreshing layer of strategy. The marriage mechanic, while polarizing, provides a unique hook that distinguishes this tale from its peers.
About the Writer:
Milo Storm is a relatively new voice in LitRPG, but his penchant for blending humor, strategy, and mature themes has carved out a niche in the genre. Comparisons can be drawn to authors like Bruce Sentar and Matt Dinniman, though Milo’s writing still feels like it’s finding its stride.
Analysis/Evaluation:
Character Development:
Main Character:
The protagonist, while occasionally unlikable, is layered with ambition and flaws that make him relatable. His transition from a downtrodden exile to a calculating ruler mirrors the struggle of an alpha rising in a pack—a trope close to my lupine heart. However, his lack of introspection in key moments occasionally makes him feel more like a game mechanic than a person.
Supporting Characters:
The harem members are diverse but lean heavily on stereotypes: the fiery warrior, the cunning politician, the nurturing healer. While they add flavor to the tale, deeper development would have elevated them from mere plot devices to genuine companions.
Structure and Pacing:
The narrative flows in distinct arcs, balancing slice-of-life village management with action-packed confrontations. However, the pacing can falter, particularly during exposition-heavy sections where the mechanics of leveling and governance overshadow character-driven moments.
Mechanics:
The LitRPG mechanics are well-integrated, offering stats and skills without overwhelming the narrative. The Castle Core functions as both a strategic asset and a character in its own right, imbuing the story with a unique dynamic. However, the mechanics occasionally feel underexplained, leaving certain progression elements ambiguous.
Impact:
For fans of LitRPG and harem genres, Castle Core delivers a compelling mix of strategy, romance, and action. It speaks to the fantasy of starting from nothing and building an empire—a theme that resonates deeply with gamers and dreamers alike.
Hook and Thesis:
At its icy heart, Castle Core asks: What defines a leader? Power, strategy, or the bonds they forge? The protagonist’s journey explores this question, though the answer feels incomplete.
Praise and Critique:
What Howls:
- The unique mechanics of the Castle Core and village building are a breath of frosty air in the LitRPG genre.
- Sierra Kline’s audiobook narration adds depth and nuance, making each character feel distinct.
- The humor and lighthearted moments balance the darker themes of betrayal and revenge.
What Chills:
- The protagonist’s moral inconsistencies undermine his growth, particularly in his relationships.
- Editing issues, including repetitive phrases and awkward sentence structures, break immersion.
- The harem dynamic, while central to the story, risks alienating readers seeking nuanced romance.
Highlights and Drawbacks:
Highlight: The protagonist’s first encounter with the Castle Core—a moment brimming with mystery and potential.
Drawback: The lack of deeper exploration into the political ramifications of his rise to power.
Comparison:
Castle Core stands alongside Dungeon Core Online and Crystal Core in its use of sentient Cores but diverges with its focus on harem-building and town management. Fans of The Land: Founding will appreciate its blend of mechanics and world-building, though it lacks the polish of LitRPG’s titans.
Overall Conclusion:
Castle Core is a snowflake in the blizzard of LitRPG tales—unique but imperfect. It captivates with its innovative mechanics and engaging premise but stumbles in execution. For those willing to overlook its flaws, it offers a journey worth taking, filled with humor, heart, and the thrill of building something extraordinary.
Rating:
Story: 4 ⭐️ / 5 ⭐️
Characters: 3.5 ⭐️ / 5 ⭐️
World-Building: 4.5 ⭐️ / 5 ⭐️
Overall: 4 ⭐️ / 5 ⭐️
Kiba Snowpaw, Alpha of HowlStrom, signing off with a howl of approval and a call for improvement. May your paths be frosty and your prey plentiful. Until next time, happy listening!
Introduction:
Salutations, snowpack comrades and furfolk alike! It is I, Kiba Snowpaw, Alpha of HowlStrom, scribe of 5000 games and 400+ audiobooks. Today, I howl to you from the icy heart of my den about Castle Core by Milo Storm, a LitRPG adventure drenched in intrigue, harem antics, and village-building mechanics. Is it a true howl of literary excellence, or does it stumble into the snowbanks of mediocrity? Let's sink our fangs into it.
Basic Plot Summary:
Exiled from his village for frolicking with the mayor's daughter (scandalous, I know), our protagonist stumbles upon a magical artifact—a Castle Core—that thrusts him into leadership over an abandoned settlement. Alongside this newfound power comes the ability to level up, acquire wives (yes, plural), and defend his burgeoning territory from threats both local and royal. Revenge simmers in his veins as he plots to return to his former home, now armed with the power of a ruler and a growing harem.
Originality:
This is where Castle Core earns its frostbitten stripes. It’s a unique twist on the Dungeon Core genre, blending it with village management and harem mechanics. While the concept of sentient "Cores" has been explored in series like Dungeon Crawler Carl or Crystal Core, the town-building aspect adds a refreshing layer of strategy. The marriage mechanic, while polarizing, provides a unique hook that distinguishes this tale from its peers.
About the Writer:
Milo Storm is a relatively new voice in LitRPG, but his penchant for blending humor, strategy, and mature themes has carved out a niche in the genre. Comparisons can be drawn to authors like Bruce Sentar and Matt Dinniman, though Milo’s writing still feels like it’s finding its stride.
Analysis/Evaluation:
Character Development:
Main Character:
The protagonist, while occasionally unlikable, is layered with ambition and flaws that make him relatable. His transition from a downtrodden exile to a calculating ruler mirrors the struggle of an alpha rising in a pack—a trope close to my lupine heart. However, his lack of introspection in key moments occasionally makes him feel more like a game mechanic than a person.
Supporting Characters:
The harem members are diverse but lean heavily on stereotypes: the fiery warrior, the cunning politician, the nurturing healer. While they add flavor to the tale, deeper development would have elevated them from mere plot devices to genuine companions.
Structure and Pacing:
The narrative flows in distinct arcs, balancing slice-of-life village management with action-packed confrontations. However, the pacing can falter, particularly during exposition-heavy sections where the mechanics of leveling and governance overshadow character-driven moments.
Mechanics:
The LitRPG mechanics are well-integrated, offering stats and skills without overwhelming the narrative. The Castle Core functions as both a strategic asset and a character in its own right, imbuing the story with a unique dynamic. However, the mechanics occasionally feel underexplained, leaving certain progression elements ambiguous.
Impact:
For fans of LitRPG and harem genres, Castle Core delivers a compelling mix of strategy, romance, and action. It speaks to the fantasy of starting from nothing and building an empire—a theme that resonates deeply with gamers and dreamers alike.
Hook and Thesis:
At its icy heart, Castle Core asks: What defines a leader? Power, strategy, or the bonds they forge? The protagonist’s journey explores this question, though the answer feels incomplete.
Praise and Critique:
What Howls:
- The unique mechanics of the Castle Core and village building are a breath of frosty air in the LitRPG genre.
- Sierra Kline’s audiobook narration adds depth and nuance, making each character feel distinct.
- The humor and lighthearted moments balance the darker themes of betrayal and revenge.
What Chills:
- The protagonist’s moral inconsistencies undermine his growth, particularly in his relationships.
- Editing issues, including repetitive phrases and awkward sentence structures, break immersion.
- The harem dynamic, while central to the story, risks alienating readers seeking nuanced romance.
Highlights and Drawbacks:
Highlight: The protagonist’s first encounter with the Castle Core—a moment brimming with mystery and potential.
Drawback: The lack of deeper exploration into the political ramifications of his rise to power.
Comparison:
Castle Core stands alongside Dungeon Core Online and Crystal Core in its use of sentient Cores but diverges with its focus on harem-building and town management. Fans of The Land: Founding will appreciate its blend of mechanics and world-building, though it lacks the polish of LitRPG’s titans.
Overall Conclusion:
Castle Core is a snowflake in the blizzard of LitRPG tales—unique but imperfect. It captivates with its innovative mechanics and engaging premise but stumbles in execution. For those willing to overlook its flaws, it offers a journey worth taking, filled with humor, heart, and the thrill of building something extraordinary.
Rating:
Story: 4 ⭐️ / 5 ⭐️
Characters: 3.5 ⭐️ / 5 ⭐️
World-Building: 4.5 ⭐️ / 5 ⭐️
Overall: 4 ⭐️ / 5 ⭐️
Kiba Snowpaw, Alpha of HowlStrom, signing off with a howl of approval and a call for improvement. May your paths be frosty and your prey plentiful. Until next time, happy listening!
September 17, 2021
This is going for a lazy main character who gets booted out and fuels himself with revenge to gain power.
The writing is weak, the flip never really makes any sense. The set ups are obvious and poorly constructed. This is a harem book built on revenge, that is what I expect. The noble aspirations, and I mean that morally, from a lazy, revenge motivated character make no sense. The instant connections are poorly explained. The obvious dangers that hold off till the village is ready are just obvious p!it devices that defy basic convention. This is a good idea with a very forced narrative. Reexamine character motivations, and rethink character archetypes and this could be something grand.
The writing is weak, the flip never really makes any sense. The set ups are obvious and poorly constructed. This is a harem book built on revenge, that is what I expect. The noble aspirations, and I mean that morally, from a lazy, revenge motivated character make no sense. The instant connections are poorly explained. The obvious dangers that hold off till the village is ready are just obvious p!it devices that defy basic convention. This is a good idea with a very forced narrative. Reexamine character motivations, and rethink character archetypes and this could be something grand.
October 2, 2022
As required by U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) regulations and Audible.com requirements, I am disclosing that I was given a free review copy of this audiobook at my request. I have listened to the audiobook, and I have voluntarily left an honest review. Receiving a review copy did not influence my rating nor my review.
“Castle Core” is a fun haremlit adventure with lots of humor and fantastic narration by Sierra Kline.
The story begins with our MC being exiled for banging the mayor’s daughter, so we learn right away that he’s not exactly a rule follower!
The publisher’s synopsis does a great job describing the story; I don’t really have anything to add that wouldn’t be a spoiler.
5* for a fun story; I look forward to the sequel being released as audio!
“Castle Core” is a fun haremlit adventure with lots of humor and fantastic narration by Sierra Kline.
The story begins with our MC being exiled for banging the mayor’s daughter, so we learn right away that he’s not exactly a rule follower!
The publisher’s synopsis does a great job describing the story; I don’t really have anything to add that wouldn’t be a spoiler.
5* for a fun story; I look forward to the sequel being released as audio!
September 13, 2021
If the review title sounds odd, that's because there is an isekei-angle, but it's not the MC. The only quibble I have with this is the slice-of-life subtitle. There's a bit more going on here than I'd expect for a SoL story, but it's still nothing earth-shattering. The MC is sensible type and very likeable. With some additional help from the transported character, they stand a good chance of breaking more "well-known" things that are just never considered, like the fact marriage isn't actually limited to just one wife. The mature parts were very well done and I'm looking forward to many more adventures with Wyle's and his wives.
September 19, 2021
This book is a very fun and compelling read. There's lots of good sex and the LitRPG elements aren't overbearing and obtrusive.
It needs some editing for spelling errors and the like.
The MC was kicked out from his village early on and we only get the general idea that he is a troublemaker until over half way through. It would have been better to have a sort of public sentencing to show us why he was exiled and so we could learn why he acts like that and see him grow throughout the book.
Overall it was really good and I'm looking forward to more.
It needs some editing for spelling errors and the like.
The MC was kicked out from his village early on and we only get the general idea that he is a troublemaker until over half way through. It would have been better to have a sort of public sentencing to show us why he was exiled and so we could learn why he acts like that and see him grow throughout the book.
Overall it was really good and I'm looking forward to more.
November 5, 2021
Intriguing and promising start
I've read a fair share of cultivation, LitRPG and dungeoneering novels, but having the premise of a Castle Core that assists it's Ruler and Citizens is definitely a new and novel experience.
The characters are fun and interesting, although they could do with a bit more depth as to character history that I'm hoping will come with time.
The adventures are fun and exciting, with the over arching threat applied well to the story.
I am intrigued to see more!
I've read a fair share of cultivation, LitRPG and dungeoneering novels, but having the premise of a Castle Core that assists it's Ruler and Citizens is definitely a new and novel experience.
The characters are fun and interesting, although they could do with a bit more depth as to character history that I'm hoping will come with time.
The adventures are fun and exciting, with the over arching threat applied well to the story.
I am intrigued to see more!
September 8, 2023
Not bad.
The storytelling was a bit less polished than the books I have been reading, there is also quite a few sex scenes thrown in with a growing harem starting up as the MC games the system by levelling up a girls ‘Class’ by marrying them. Impending doom with an OP enemy waiting in the wings as the MC rapidly as possible levels up as he knows the enemy will come. I still enjoyed the book, but its not high on my priority to read book 2. So many authors in Kindle Unlimited still to read along with my favourite authors still releasing new books.
The storytelling was a bit less polished than the books I have been reading, there is also quite a few sex scenes thrown in with a growing harem starting up as the MC games the system by levelling up a girls ‘Class’ by marrying them. Impending doom with an OP enemy waiting in the wings as the MC rapidly as possible levels up as he knows the enemy will come. I still enjoyed the book, but its not high on my priority to read book 2. So many authors in Kindle Unlimited still to read along with my favourite authors still releasing new books.
April 22, 2024
Good Read
I thought this was a pretty good story to read, the plot was decent although a little off with a somewhat goal of revenge.
The MC is decent if a little lecherous when it comes to women, which sometimes does not mesh with his morals that seem to be exhibited. So far his wives are pretty decent, although I feel Perle could use a little depth compared to the other two.
I would recommend this to anyone looking for decent story about a hero growing into his role and powers.
I thought this was a pretty good story to read, the plot was decent although a little off with a somewhat goal of revenge.
The MC is decent if a little lecherous when it comes to women, which sometimes does not mesh with his morals that seem to be exhibited. So far his wives are pretty decent, although I feel Perle could use a little depth compared to the other two.
I would recommend this to anyone looking for decent story about a hero growing into his role and powers.
November 15, 2021
It is a good start.
I enjoyed reading this book. The story and characters were interesting, intriguing, and engaging. This work has the possibility to become something really great. But first, it needs some serious proof reading. There were far too many errors. Something as simple as reading it aloud would have solved most issues. I look forward to seeing more of this story in the future. This book is worth checking out.
I enjoyed reading this book. The story and characters were interesting, intriguing, and engaging. This work has the possibility to become something really great. But first, it needs some serious proof reading. There were far too many errors. Something as simple as reading it aloud would have solved most issues. I look forward to seeing more of this story in the future. This book is worth checking out.
September 23, 2023
Best suited for lonely young men..
The protagonist is really horny. Luckily for him, the women around him are - of course! - beautiful and horny as well and can´t wait to jump into the bed with him..
The plot itself is not bad even though the antagonist is absolutely overpowered and the protagonist is really deluded - ranting around constantly in public about overthrowing a massive kingdom he knows literally nothing about with only 15 people hesitantly behind him...
The protagonist is really horny. Luckily for him, the women around him are - of course! - beautiful and horny as well and can´t wait to jump into the bed with him..
The plot itself is not bad even though the antagonist is absolutely overpowered and the protagonist is really deluded - ranting around constantly in public about overthrowing a massive kingdom he knows literally nothing about with only 15 people hesitantly behind him...
February 28, 2024
Someone in the village of Southcroft wants Wyle exiled for good .
As the mayor of Southcroft comes back from his trip he's informed of Wyles actions while he was gone an immediately exiles him permanently to an unknown land . He stumbles across an woman in need of help an offers assistance as best as he can with both of them together they overcome . An Wyle is transformed from farmer to ruler of Gloomvale .recommend reading excellent book .
As the mayor of Southcroft comes back from his trip he's informed of Wyles actions while he was gone an immediately exiles him permanently to an unknown land . He stumbles across an woman in need of help an offers assistance as best as he can with both of them together they overcome . An Wyle is transformed from farmer to ruler of Gloomvale .recommend reading excellent book .
September 12, 2024
Why was this written? MC is horrible, the video game system they live in is awful, the characters make no sense given how the system works. To give you some idea of how much the world makes sense, the MC invents harems as an exploit to the system because everyone else in the history of the world was too stupid to have done it previously. Yup, that's as clever as the book gets, inventing harems.
December 17, 2024
A fun read/listen (I have the audiobook version)! This is a well-executed light LitRPG fantasy story with typical harem elements. The execution by both the author and narrators was excellent, which kept me engaged throughout.
I often skip harem books because many authors tend to overdo it, but here it felt balanced.
That said, to be honest, I would have enjoyed this book even more if the harem aspects were replaced with a more traditional approach featuring true couples. But that’s just me.
I often skip harem books because many authors tend to overdo it, but here it felt balanced.
That said, to be honest, I would have enjoyed this book even more if the harem aspects were replaced with a more traditional approach featuring true couples. But that’s just me.
September 15, 2021
great slice of life harem
If you want action a great story and a progressive character plus harem elements and sexy times then this is the book for you, I often see great books that fail on being more like real life but this one doesn’t it has a bit of everything from dungeon diving to world building to relationships with multiple females, I also cannot wait for book two.
If you want action a great story and a progressive character plus harem elements and sexy times then this is the book for you, I often see great books that fail on being more like real life but this one doesn’t it has a bit of everything from dungeon diving to world building to relationships with multiple females, I also cannot wait for book two.
September 15, 2021
Lots of laughs
Fun book, but very poorly edited and lots of spelling mistakes. The MC is well defined and interesting. There is quite a lot of very explicit sex. The mechanics of classes and levels are clear but lack depth and the book is not very crunchy. I did enjoy the book though and will definitely buy any sequels
Fun book, but very poorly edited and lots of spelling mistakes. The MC is well defined and interesting. There is quite a lot of very explicit sex. The mechanics of classes and levels are clear but lack depth and the book is not very crunchy. I did enjoy the book though and will definitely buy any sequels
August 27, 2025
Well...
Writing was ok, few spellcheck issues, no plot errors. Seemed a good length.
I'd like to be fair so I won't get into much, but my view of this story is clouded. I don't like the M.C. which colored how I view the story.
This is just my issue, the book seems good otherwise.
Writing was ok, few spellcheck issues, no plot errors. Seemed a good length.
I'd like to be fair so I won't get into much, but my view of this story is clouded. I don't like the M.C. which colored how I view the story.
This is just my issue, the book seems good otherwise.
September 14, 2021
interesting
A bit over-sexed, but with some interesting concepts. A light read if you ignore the harem bits. MC is arrogant to the point of unlikeability, but he does claim to have good intentions.
Clean prose.
Not sure if I will read the sequel.
A bit over-sexed, but with some interesting concepts. A light read if you ignore the harem bits. MC is arrogant to the point of unlikeability, but he does claim to have good intentions.
Clean prose.
Not sure if I will read the sequel.
September 25, 2021
Vet slow paced
The story might be good at some point, but I gave up at 20% in. It was just too boring, and the mild humor wasnt enough to keep me pushing through. Interesting premise, but it felt very adolescent and slow paced.
The story might be good at some point, but I gave up at 20% in. It was just too boring, and the mild humor wasnt enough to keep me pushing through. Interesting premise, but it felt very adolescent and slow paced.
October 4, 2021
By the numbers harem book
The plot of this book is pretty average.
The sex scenes are well written.
I could not immediately get behind the hero.
I was not fully in his camp until the over-arching threat wascestablished.
The plot of this book is pretty average.
The sex scenes are well written.
I could not immediately get behind the hero.
I was not fully in his camp until the over-arching threat wascestablished.
December 17, 2023
Lost a star at the end
This was good until the ‘epilogue’. There are some things authors should not do period or hint at as a cliffhanger. If what was hinted at comes to pass, it will ruin not only this series but this author for me, unfortunately.
This was good until the ‘epilogue’. There are some things authors should not do period or hint at as a cliffhanger. If what was hinted at comes to pass, it will ruin not only this series but this author for me, unfortunately.
May 29, 2024
Good Start
An interesting change from an Earth man transported to another world filled with beautiful women in need. I won’t spoil the plot but there are beautiful women, an Earth like world, and an Earth woman included. This book is a fun read and deserves all five stars!
An interesting change from an Earth man transported to another world filled with beautiful women in need. I won’t spoil the plot but there are beautiful women, an Earth like world, and an Earth woman included. This book is a fun read and deserves all five stars!
August 19, 2024
It was my first Lit RPG book. I really enjoyed the setting and world building concepts in the genre. It was a fun read. The sexual scenes were enjoyable without being so repeatative that got in the way of the story. Look forward to finding out what happens next.
September 17, 2025
Fun premise - enjoyable!
Great concept, but lacks greater details and depth. I will keep reading the series but would love a little more depth on everything, from the characters, to their backstories, relationships, world building to the sex scenes. Still enjoyable though!
Great concept, but lacks greater details and depth. I will keep reading the series but would love a little more depth on everything, from the characters, to their backstories, relationships, world building to the sex scenes. Still enjoyable though!
September 14, 2021
Great book
Great book and I will recommend it to everyone I know.This is what I have come to expect from this author
Great book and I will recommend it to everyone I know.This is what I have come to expect from this author
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