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Sentenced to Troll #4
Sentenced to Troll 4
For Chod and company, Mythos just got a whole lot bigger.
After making a name for himself on the isle, Chod has set out for new kingdoms. Each portal brings its own unique challenges, with powerful threats and deadly monsters, but most importantly, potential allies.
Tasked with completing a difficult quest for the dwarven king, the barbarian summoner is determined to prove his worth, not just for the good of the forest trolls, but for all of Mythos.
Under-leveled, and far from home, Chod will have to use his wits as well as his muscles to survive in these strange lands. All the while enemies lurk in the shadows. Willing and waiting to strike when he least expects it.
After making a name for himself on the isle, Chod has set out for new kingdoms. Each portal brings its own unique challenges, with powerful threats and deadly monsters, but most importantly, potential allies.
Tasked with completing a difficult quest for the dwarven king, the barbarian summoner is determined to prove his worth, not just for the good of the forest trolls, but for all of Mythos.
Under-leveled, and far from home, Chod will have to use his wits as well as his muscles to survive in these strange lands. All the while enemies lurk in the shadows. Willing and waiting to strike when he least expects it.
412 pages, Kindle Edition
First published October 4, 2021
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S.L. Rowland
20 books530 followersS.L. Rowland is a cozy fantasy and LitRPG author known for crafting immersive worlds filled with adventure, heart, and a touch of humor. A lifelong gamer and fantasy enthusiast, he draws inspiration from tabletop RPGs, video games, and the fantastical. When he’s not writing, he enjoys weightlifting, hiking with his Shiba Inu, and enduring the heartbreak of being an Atlanta sports fan.
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January 8, 2025
3.75/5
Although I love this series and the characters so much, this one was slow for me. I feel like it took a long time for anything big to happen. The last 10-20% was great and packed for of action and upgrading, but the rest was mostly them traveling and learning some things. I think this book is necessary to set up the next books. I have a feeling that the next 2 books are going to be wild.
Although I love this series and the characters so much, this one was slow for me. I feel like it took a long time for anything big to happen. The last 10-20% was great and packed for of action and upgrading, but the rest was mostly them traveling and learning some things. I think this book is necessary to set up the next books. I have a feeling that the next 2 books are going to be wild.
April 3, 2023
This book was probably my top 2 of the series. The level of connection I have with these characters now, it really speaks to the writing and the story telling.
October 8, 2024
great book!
April 4, 2022
Can't do it anymore. They've been on the same quest for like 3 books and I'm just ready for something, anything, interesting to happen to challenge the characters or make them grow. Chod supposedly has anger issues but he just gets slightly steamed sometimes and his buddy says "Yo, chill" and he does. His buddy is supposed to be conflicted about splitting his time between the game and his family, but he never, ever mentions them or seems to care. Their quest is the same bland grind it has been for book after book, and all the NPCs want to be their buds. How is a gamelit book managing to stagnate?!
January 24, 2022
Is isn't real or is it a video game ?
This is where I differ from most people when I play video games . Most people will play video games and be able to be good or evil. They can play either side of the campaign for whatever reason For the enjoyment of the story. But I'm much like the main character in this book: I play the main character as if that is who I am; As if I have to live with the consequences; that have to sleep with the fact that I did those things. I've been told that that is committing to a roll too strongly but that is who I am and I don't have to deal with the nightmares other people do.
This is where I differ from most people when I play video games . Most people will play video games and be able to be good or evil. They can play either side of the campaign for whatever reason For the enjoyment of the story. But I'm much like the main character in this book: I play the main character as if that is who I am; As if I have to live with the consequences; that have to sleep with the fact that I did those things. I've been told that that is committing to a roll too strongly but that is who I am and I don't have to deal with the nightmares other people do.
April 22, 2022
The story starts off with them realizing how under powered they are compared to nearly everyone in a city they came to ask for help against the Dark wizard.
After getting flat turned down for assistance they continue on their merry way to the frozen mountains. And continue to get turned down for aid in the war, but hey thanks for coming in, here is what we can do for you personally.
They do get more powerful by the end of the book, just to run into a horde of goblins all nearly as powerful as them. Yeah that ended well, but one of the communities that did previously turn them down decided it might be fun.
After getting flat turned down for assistance they continue on their merry way to the frozen mountains. And continue to get turned down for aid in the war, but hey thanks for coming in, here is what we can do for you personally.
They do get more powerful by the end of the book, just to run into a horde of goblins all nearly as powerful as them. Yeah that ended well, but one of the communities that did previously turn them down decided it might be fun.
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October 25, 2025Not bad.
These books are worth reading. However, the author is in desperate need of a good editor. There are so many things that are problematic with the characters' behavior. Way too often you can tell that the author is trying to advance the story in a way he wants to, but it comes at the price of the characters acting really, really stupid or doing really really dumb things. I can't count how many times I find myself rolling my eyes and considering just putting these books down. If I hadn't read all the Dungeon Crawler Carl books already, I would have a long time ago! Go read those instead!
These books are worth reading. However, the author is in desperate need of a good editor. There are so many things that are problematic with the characters' behavior. Way too often you can tell that the author is trying to advance the story in a way he wants to, but it comes at the price of the characters acting really, really stupid or doing really really dumb things. I can't count how many times I find myself rolling my eyes and considering just putting these books down. If I hadn't read all the Dungeon Crawler Carl books already, I would have a long time ago! Go read those instead!
October 6, 2021
A buildup book with little buildup
This iteration probably should have been should have been part of the next book because almost nothing happened. There was some gratuitous drama at the end in an attempt to make the plot seem to move but ultimately almost nothing of significance happens. I'm invested in the story so I'll keep going but...I feel that if I were the publisher I would have cut this or required it to be significantly more fleshed out. It feels almost incomplete.
This iteration probably should have been should have been part of the next book because almost nothing happened. There was some gratuitous drama at the end in an attempt to make the plot seem to move but ultimately almost nothing of significance happens. I'm invested in the story so I'll keep going but...I feel that if I were the publisher I would have cut this or required it to be significantly more fleshed out. It feels almost incomplete.
December 6, 2021
I have enjoyed this book series a great deal and this book was no different the story is getting really good cant wait to see what happens next! The only thing I wish is that I already had book five this was a great book don't get me wrong but it felt like a build-up filler while still important I just didn't get my fix. I can't wait to get the next book.
May 15, 2024
Get Iced
This was a fantastic story, I did seem to forget parts, but that might be because it has been months since I read book 3. I loved that Chod was able to meet more trolls and what he was able to learn from them. I was surprised at the final town with whom they met, and the battle end shocked me. Now, onto book 5.
This was a fantastic story, I did seem to forget parts, but that might be because it has been months since I read book 3. I loved that Chod was able to meet more trolls and what he was able to learn from them. I was surprised at the final town with whom they met, and the battle end shocked me. Now, onto book 5.
June 1, 2025
Sentenced to Troll 4
3.5 Stars
Sentenced to Troll 4 feels like a slightly bland but necessary installment in the series. The book certainly furthers the narrative of the series, but not as significantly as the previous three books. I enjoyed it but was definitely left hoping there were more significant developments.
3.5 Stars
Sentenced to Troll 4 feels like a slightly bland but necessary installment in the series. The book certainly furthers the narrative of the series, but not as significantly as the previous three books. I enjoyed it but was definitely left hoping there were more significant developments.
April 3, 2022
Things are hotting up...
Another fantastic episode in this amazing story. The characters are levelling up and evolving into fearsome heroes, the villains are ever more villainous. Can't wait for the next book, see where the cliffhanger takes us next...
Another fantastic episode in this amazing story. The characters are levelling up and evolving into fearsome heroes, the villains are ever more villainous. Can't wait for the next book, see where the cliffhanger takes us next...
October 14, 2021
Great story
The story moves for forward and we meet Ice Trolls. The whole story take place in the frozen north and we find Glenn.
The story moves for forward and we meet Ice Trolls. The whole story take place in the frozen north and we find Glenn.
October 25, 2021
Great Addition to the Series.
I really enjoyed the continued adventures of Chod and Taryn. Well developed world and characters. Read the books, you won’t regret it.
I really enjoyed the continued adventures of Chod and Taryn. Well developed world and characters. Read the books, you won’t regret it.
November 29, 2021
spirit journey
The main character and his friend search for help to fight the dark wizard. Along the way new friends and more levels in strength.
The main character and his friend search for help to fight the dark wizard. Along the way new friends and more levels in strength.
December 31, 2021
Emotions hit you hard
This was my favorite out of the series so far. Extra abilities, spirit quest, heroic sacrifice. It's all there and more
This was my favorite out of the series so far. Extra abilities, spirit quest, heroic sacrifice. It's all there and more
May 2, 2022
5th installment is great
As more portals open plot lines grow. Pretty well written without the endless status updates other game based stories seem to use
As more portals open plot lines grow. Pretty well written without the endless status updates other game based stories seem to use
May 27, 2022
poor stompy
Looking forward to finding out what happens next. Wasn’t expecting the events at boxmoor. Enjoyed hearing some more from tartans perspective and the epilogue
Looking forward to finding out what happens next. Wasn’t expecting the events at boxmoor. Enjoyed hearing some more from tartans perspective and the epilogue
June 29, 2023
No Trolling
Great series so far. Without being bogged down or overly complicated. I would recommend fora casual read entertaining story. Great
Great series so far. Without being bogged down or overly complicated. I would recommend fora casual read entertaining story. Great
March 6, 2024
Loved the precious books, but this one seemed slow and couldn't keep my attention. DNF
June 26, 2024
Chill out, Chod!
Chod travels to the barbaric ice regions to recruit allies and level up. All goes well until he meets an old enemy.
Chod travels to the barbaric ice regions to recruit allies and level up. All goes well until he meets an old enemy.
August 14, 2024
This series is SO GOOD.. though the actions of Glenn being permitted confuse me.
September 22, 2024
I just really need more plot development st this point...
November 24, 2024
What an absolute adventure! I love everything about this book and this series. 10/10 would highly recommend this LitRPG be on everyone’s TBR list!
March 11, 2025
This one is definitely my favorite of the series so far. This book brought a decent more emotion throughout and especially near the end. 👍🏽👍🏽
August 11, 2025
You're already this far
So I waited until I read the entire series before leaving a review. This was great. It's like Sword Art Online but middle earth. Highly recommend!
So I waited until I read the entire series before leaving a review. This was great. It's like Sword Art Online but middle earth. Highly recommend!
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