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The Blade's Own Truth
The Wilderlands are said to contain many dangers. On most maps the area remains blank and only the bravest of travelers will venture beneath its canopy. For monsters roam these woods, which made it the perfect place for a legendary swordmaster to disappear from the world for a time and raise a child.
For seventeen years Holviti of Yuutan raised Duren in those woods, training him in the sword, hunting the creatures that called it home, but as is the case with all young men, there comes a day when one must leave his fathers home and make their own mark on the world.
Duren had no idea what awaited him in the world, but he was definitely looking forward to finding out. Sword in hand and Holviti’s lessons in his head he set out, thinking he was prepared for anything in the world. Up until the point he met her that was…
Author’s note: This book contains an overpowered main character, graphic violence, creative language, sexual innuendos, and quite a few moments that cracked my creative consultant up. You have been warned...
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For seventeen years Holviti of Yuutan raised Duren in those woods, training him in the sword, hunting the creatures that called it home, but as is the case with all young men, there comes a day when one must leave his fathers home and make their own mark on the world.
Duren had no idea what awaited him in the world, but he was definitely looking forward to finding out. Sword in hand and Holviti’s lessons in his head he set out, thinking he was prepared for anything in the world. Up until the point he met her that was…
Author’s note: This book contains an overpowered main character, graphic violence, creative language, sexual innuendos, and quite a few moments that cracked my creative consultant up. You have been warned...
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380 pages, Kindle Edition
First published October 10, 2021
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July 12, 2024
This is a power fantasy with an endearing goof of a main character and some very fun side characters in a fast-paced romp that held my attention throughout. It is also the worst-edited book I have ever read. Probably. I mean, that's a lot of books and my memory isn't great. I'm confident in the claim nonetheless.
I worried that Duren's naiveté would wear on me after a while, but the author does a pretty good job both keeping it semi-reasonable and also letting him grow with experience. This made for a great entre into the world and with a lot of fun seeing the world run up against his consistent good humor. He is given a superpower from his upbringing by the world's finest swordsman and duelist so we don't have to worry about him being humiliated by bullies (of which there are more than a few). Indeed, a lot of the fun is seeing him be a one-man karma dispenser to the bullies he runs across.
And I liked even better the balance brought by the woman he accidentally betroths. She's a good match for him and her cynicism made for a great foil, plus banter, along the way as Duren fights monsters and makes the world a safer place.
And I managed to make the editing its own source of humor. So I laughed a lot.
I'm giving this four stars because I just can't give any book this badly edited more than that. I'm already starting the next in the series, though, and I hope this author manages to keep up Duren's growth without changing him too much. So far, so good.
Seriously, the editing: Some examples.
* whitewashing isn't something rich people do to their houses. Look it up.
* The sun doesn't take "four or five hours" to clear a city wall.
* Character names have variable spellings. Duren's mentor is "Holviti", "Holviiti", and "Holvti". Even the cities aren't safe from alternative spellings.
* This author has the distinction of taking the world's most common fantasy misspelling and turning it on its head. "Rogue" is not a color...
* Somehow a herd of commas escaped into the manuscript and fell asleep any old where. And I'm not talking about the comma splices and random sentence fractures (of which there are many). I have never seen a comma separate an adjective and its subject before. Until now. Some commas fell asleep together. Maybe the first was anxious and needed a friend?
A note about Chaste: Duren gets himself engaged, accidentally, really early in the story. There is some semi-ribald humor and Michaeleen (ugh, that name), Duren's friend, is a total womanizer and we see some interrupted shenanigans. And we even see post wedding bliss. But there's nothing steamy on-page. So this is dubiously chaste. Dubiously. But I'm still tagging it.
I worried that Duren's naiveté would wear on me after a while, but the author does a pretty good job both keeping it semi-reasonable and also letting him grow with experience. This made for a great entre into the world and with a lot of fun seeing the world run up against his consistent good humor. He is given a superpower from his upbringing by the world's finest swordsman and duelist so we don't have to worry about him being humiliated by bullies (of which there are more than a few). Indeed, a lot of the fun is seeing him be a one-man karma dispenser to the bullies he runs across.
And I liked even better the balance brought by the woman he accidentally betroths. She's a good match for him and her cynicism made for a great foil, plus banter, along the way as Duren fights monsters and makes the world a safer place.
And I managed to make the editing its own source of humor. So I laughed a lot.
I'm giving this four stars because I just can't give any book this badly edited more than that. I'm already starting the next in the series, though, and I hope this author manages to keep up Duren's growth without changing him too much. So far, so good.
Seriously, the editing: Some examples.
* whitewashing isn't something rich people do to their houses. Look it up.
* The sun doesn't take "four or five hours" to clear a city wall.
* Character names have variable spellings. Duren's mentor is "Holviti", "Holviiti", and "Holvti". Even the cities aren't safe from alternative spellings.
* This author has the distinction of taking the world's most common fantasy misspelling and turning it on its head. "Rogue" is not a color...
* Somehow a herd of commas escaped into the manuscript and fell asleep any old where. And I'm not talking about the comma splices and random sentence fractures (of which there are many). I have never seen a comma separate an adjective and its subject before. Until now. Some commas fell asleep together. Maybe the first was anxious and needed a friend?
A note about Chaste: Duren gets himself engaged, accidentally, really early in the story. There is some semi-ribald humor and Michaeleen (ugh, that name), Duren's friend, is a total womanizer and we see some interrupted shenanigans. And we even see post wedding bliss. But there's nothing steamy on-page. So this is dubiously chaste. Dubiously. But I'm still tagging it.
July 2, 2024
Now THIS is why I do what I do! Positive proof that one doesn’t have to be “traditionally” published to be an incredible novelist. Before we go any further, however, I will warn any readers who can’t get past editing errors, that this one will be a frustrating challenge in that area. Because, while it is the very best of storytelling, it is also the perfect example of why so many people get frustrated at indie books. There are a plethora of editing mistakes. Still, if one can look over those shortcomings, this story is AWESOME!
The plotline revolves around Duren, a young man whose family were murdered by bandits. When the legendary swordsman, Holviti, happens upon the carnage, he discovers a baby underneath its mother, who died trying to protect the child. Holviti takes the child and raises him in the wilderness as his own while teaching him everything he knows about swordsmanship, life and the world. Then, he sends Duren into that world to find his own fortune.
This begins a saga that is absolute can’t-put-down action, humor, intrigue and fun! Duran’s humility and naïveté, combined with his stunning prowess is such an addicting combination. And the author really knows his stuff when it comes to the subject matter. Building the world, explaining the intricacies of battle, swordsmanship etc. are all weaved into the storyline with such a fine touch that one learns without even noticing!
The secondary characters are just as expertly crafted as Duran, himself. Michaeleen is the womanizing but big-hearted best friend and of course, Lisaka, the love interest who is an accomplished swordsman, as well. I did have a bit more trouble relating to her because of her cranky and sometimes off-putting demeanor, but she, too, has a big heart underneath all her bluster.
SO… IF one isn’t OCD with editing, I would highly recommend giving this story a gander. I know reviews are often such a personal preference thing but the fact it rated a rousing five stars from me, despite the mistakes that could drag it down, should attest to how much fun I had reading it.
The plotline revolves around Duren, a young man whose family were murdered by bandits. When the legendary swordsman, Holviti, happens upon the carnage, he discovers a baby underneath its mother, who died trying to protect the child. Holviti takes the child and raises him in the wilderness as his own while teaching him everything he knows about swordsmanship, life and the world. Then, he sends Duren into that world to find his own fortune.
This begins a saga that is absolute can’t-put-down action, humor, intrigue and fun! Duran’s humility and naïveté, combined with his stunning prowess is such an addicting combination. And the author really knows his stuff when it comes to the subject matter. Building the world, explaining the intricacies of battle, swordsmanship etc. are all weaved into the storyline with such a fine touch that one learns without even noticing!
The secondary characters are just as expertly crafted as Duran, himself. Michaeleen is the womanizing but big-hearted best friend and of course, Lisaka, the love interest who is an accomplished swordsman, as well. I did have a bit more trouble relating to her because of her cranky and sometimes off-putting demeanor, but she, too, has a big heart underneath all her bluster.
SO… IF one isn’t OCD with editing, I would highly recommend giving this story a gander. I know reviews are often such a personal preference thing but the fact it rated a rousing five stars from me, despite the mistakes that could drag it down, should attest to how much fun I had reading it.
September 7, 2024
As the other reviews state, this is a fascinating and entrancing story.
I am not as forgiving about the editing issues. There are two authors listed. Were there no Beta readers? Friends who could provide gentle guidance? Plus, in this day of ebooks, an updated version could be posted easily.
I am not as forgiving about the editing issues. There are two authors listed. Were there no Beta readers? Friends who could provide gentle guidance? Plus, in this day of ebooks, an updated version could be posted easily.
June 3, 2022
Excellent All about the blade
This is a story about a young blade master. Well supremely skilled with blade his social interaction and ability is limited. He has reintroduced himself to the world and it seems the world needs him. The story is will written well past and a supreme amount of fun. I laughed a lot throughout the book the humor Is excellent. Well there is romance throughout the book there is no love scenes. Most of the action Is with the weapons. Our hero and MC is supremely talented and quite OP. I really wish the book hadn't ended I was enjoying the story immensely. I have to wait for the next book.
This is a story about a young blade master. Well supremely skilled with blade his social interaction and ability is limited. He has reintroduced himself to the world and it seems the world needs him. The story is will written well past and a supreme amount of fun. I laughed a lot throughout the book the humor Is excellent. Well there is romance throughout the book there is no love scenes. Most of the action Is with the weapons. Our hero and MC is supremely talented and quite OP. I really wish the book hadn't ended I was enjoying the story immensely. I have to wait for the next book.
July 2, 2022
First the good news: The story (plot-line) was decent and reasonably engaging, and I appreciated the level of detail in describing several of the fight scenes, especially the duels. Clearly the author put time and study into fencing or sword-fighting in general.
The bad news is that the grammatical and spelling errors were a bit ridiculous, pretty much on a grade-school level. The run-on sentences and missing punctuation .. OMG. Maybe more of elementary-school level. Also there were some continuity problems (errors keeping up with the passage of time). On a related note, the drawbacks of "mending" were described at least three different times, and frankly didn't make any sense to begin with. I mean, our brains shouldn't have a hard time accepting that we're healed. We spend the vast majority of our time "healed," so our brains are pre-conditioned to our bodies being fully functional, so to suggest that our brains take some prolonged period of time to go accept that we're back to a "healed" state doesn't make any sense, psychologically speaking. The brain should have a much harder time accepting that we've been injured, as it's generally not used to that condition. Ever heard of "phantom pain?" Where someone has pain in a limb that's been amputated? THAT'S how the brain works, more likely to tell you you're okay when you're NOT okay than to tell you you're injured when in fact you've been fully healed.
Most of the main characters were reasonably developed and interesting, but the leading lady was irksome. Emotionally she is a complete brat, and a bully, what with kicking people in the shins when they piss her off, or challenging them to duels, or glaring at them when it's not convenient to physically assault them. She acts like a child, completely ruled by her emotions. Please have your grown-ups act (mostly) like grown-ups, and please don't make the mistake of thinking that all female characters should behave like they're bipolar (that's sexist).
The bad news is that the grammatical and spelling errors were a bit ridiculous, pretty much on a grade-school level. The run-on sentences and missing punctuation .. OMG. Maybe more of elementary-school level. Also there were some continuity problems (errors keeping up with the passage of time). On a related note, the drawbacks of "mending" were described at least three different times, and frankly didn't make any sense to begin with. I mean, our brains shouldn't have a hard time accepting that we're healed. We spend the vast majority of our time "healed," so our brains are pre-conditioned to our bodies being fully functional, so to suggest that our brains take some prolonged period of time to go accept that we're back to a "healed" state doesn't make any sense, psychologically speaking. The brain should have a much harder time accepting that we've been injured, as it's generally not used to that condition. Ever heard of "phantom pain?" Where someone has pain in a limb that's been amputated? THAT'S how the brain works, more likely to tell you you're okay when you're NOT okay than to tell you you're injured when in fact you've been fully healed.
Most of the main characters were reasonably developed and interesting, but the leading lady was irksome. Emotionally she is a complete brat, and a bully, what with kicking people in the shins when they piss her off, or challenging them to duels, or glaring at them when it's not convenient to physically assault them. She acts like a child, completely ruled by her emotions. Please have your grown-ups act (mostly) like grown-ups, and please don't make the mistake of thinking that all female characters should behave like they're bipolar (that's sexist).
September 22, 2023
I loved, loved this book
A slightly OP MC, but only due to training. Very little magic, good character development. Woman are a little constrained to typical female characteristics, it was a little heavy handed. Action was good, editing could be better. Still, can’t wait for book 2!
A slightly OP MC, but only due to training. Very little magic, good character development. Woman are a little constrained to typical female characteristics, it was a little heavy handed. Action was good, editing could be better. Still, can’t wait for book 2!
November 14, 2023
Blades Own Truth
A most enjoyable tome! Both Duran and Lisaka are enjoyable main chacters. The is a very good tale with lots of fighting, mainly of the sword variety. Not any bad language thank goodness.
A most enjoyable tome! Both Duran and Lisaka are enjoyable main chacters. The is a very good tale with lots of fighting, mainly of the sword variety. Not any bad language thank goodness.
September 30, 2023
Grrr.... Please edit
It you paid someone to edit this, you need to get a refund.
Ownership is shown with an apostrophe.
The weighted knob at the end of a blade is called a pommel, not a pummel. It you're going to get the uncommonly known nomenclature correct... Get the basic stuff right too.
A wain is a wagon, but on page 52 you use it to mean pale skin... The are so many errors in the general writing of the first 60 pages of this tale that it becomes difficult to ignore. So I have stopped reading.
There are run-on sentences, poor punctuation, and a horrible use of (or failure to use) commas.
What's even more frustrating is that this story could be really, really good! I looked forward to reading it almost immediately, and was beginning to be disappointed by the the of chapter 1.
I'm sorry. Please edit this and resubmit it. I'd love to read it without trying to translate it.
It you paid someone to edit this, you need to get a refund.
Ownership is shown with an apostrophe.
The weighted knob at the end of a blade is called a pommel, not a pummel. It you're going to get the uncommonly known nomenclature correct... Get the basic stuff right too.
A wain is a wagon, but on page 52 you use it to mean pale skin... The are so many errors in the general writing of the first 60 pages of this tale that it becomes difficult to ignore. So I have stopped reading.
There are run-on sentences, poor punctuation, and a horrible use of (or failure to use) commas.
What's even more frustrating is that this story could be really, really good! I looked forward to reading it almost immediately, and was beginning to be disappointed by the the of chapter 1.
I'm sorry. Please edit this and resubmit it. I'd love to read it without trying to translate it.
April 26, 2022
A great first novel, despite the flaws.
This was an enjoyable first entry. There are many obvious grammatical and copy flaws, but never too many at once to be unreadable. There are some pretty clear tropes, but they are also not too overdone. I enjoyed the sense of flair and the personalities of the core characters, even if they do seem a bit flat at first. There is a very loose sense of time, as at a couple points it seems weeks or months have gone by with a phrase and not addressed. This does make it seem like the relationships of the core characters advance very quickly. The action scenes are usually well done, and relatively brief - because of the skill and practice the MC has with combat. Overall it is a very simple but fun read, and I hope the author carries on.
This was an enjoyable first entry. There are many obvious grammatical and copy flaws, but never too many at once to be unreadable. There are some pretty clear tropes, but they are also not too overdone. I enjoyed the sense of flair and the personalities of the core characters, even if they do seem a bit flat at first. There is a very loose sense of time, as at a couple points it seems weeks or months have gone by with a phrase and not addressed. This does make it seem like the relationships of the core characters advance very quickly. The action scenes are usually well done, and relatively brief - because of the skill and practice the MC has with combat. Overall it is a very simple but fun read, and I hope the author carries on.
September 2, 2022
A Fun Exciting Read
Duren has been raised by his Old Man the past17 years. His Old Man is a master swordsman and teaches the young boy from an early age his swordsmanship. He decides to leave home and experience the world. Everything was going fine until he met a beautiful swords woman. He only wanted to talk to her about her sword, but thinking that he was another man hitting on her. She challenges him to a dual and if she wins, he must leave town. However if he wins he will get her. Hilarity ensues. I like the action, humor, and romance. Another book would be great.
Duren has been raised by his Old Man the past17 years. His Old Man is a master swordsman and teaches the young boy from an early age his swordsmanship. He decides to leave home and experience the world. Everything was going fine until he met a beautiful swords woman. He only wanted to talk to her about her sword, but thinking that he was another man hitting on her. She challenges him to a dual and if she wins, he must leave town. However if he wins he will get her. Hilarity ensues. I like the action, humor, and romance. Another book would be great.
February 17, 2022
This reads like an anime.
If you enjoy that, this will be great. A five star fun little romp. If you find that to be annoying, not everyone enjoys the character types, then this will probably not be for you. It will read more like a three star, still fun but with issues.
If you enjoy that, this will be great. A five star fun little romp. If you find that to be annoying, not everyone enjoys the character types, then this will probably not be for you. It will read more like a three star, still fun but with issues.
June 25, 2022
A enjoyable read.
Overall the book was entertaining. The MC was pretty powerful but also had no people skills at all. The story has a lot of room to grow but really had nothing truly outstanding or a hook I really look forward to seeing what happens.
Overall the book was entertaining. The MC was pretty powerful but also had no people skills at all. The story has a lot of room to grow but really had nothing truly outstanding or a hook I really look forward to seeing what happens.
April 26, 2022
constant run-on sentences. practically every paragraph needs to be rewritten entirely
September 21, 2023
Very good read
I enjoyed reading this book very much and I recommend this book to anyone who likes magic, intrigued and lots of action
I enjoyed reading this book very much and I recommend this book to anyone who likes magic, intrigued and lots of action
April 18, 2025
Excellent story, minor grammatical issues
Excellent story, although the editor struggles with commas and apostrophes. Characters aren't 2d. The story is well placed for a second.
Excellent story, although the editor struggles with commas and apostrophes. Characters aren't 2d. The story is well placed for a second.
September 4, 2023
Good story, let down by editing - or the lack thereof
For pity's sake, PLEASE get this proofread, at least, and better yet properly edited.
Also, if you're going to write a book about an incredibly skilled swordsman, try doing some actual research.
Riposte, not repost.
Pommel, not pummel.
The flexibility of a blade is for a thrust, not a cut, so that if you thrust at an opponent and hit a hard piece of bone, or armour, the blade will bend before penetrating rather than breaking. This is also why you don't want the blade to bend too far (past about 60 degrees) as then it will be too flexible to thrust properly.
If you describe a blade as having a hexagonal cross-section, do not also describe it as having a diamond cross-section. Diamonds are not hexagonal. Neither is a scent-stopper style pommel.
And please stop repeating the same comments about mender's magic two paragraphs later!
Apart from all that, this is a fun story that just needs a little polishing. It's a good first draft.
PLEASE get it edited.
For pity's sake, PLEASE get this proofread, at least, and better yet properly edited.
Also, if you're going to write a book about an incredibly skilled swordsman, try doing some actual research.
Riposte, not repost.
Pommel, not pummel.
The flexibility of a blade is for a thrust, not a cut, so that if you thrust at an opponent and hit a hard piece of bone, or armour, the blade will bend before penetrating rather than breaking. This is also why you don't want the blade to bend too far (past about 60 degrees) as then it will be too flexible to thrust properly.
If you describe a blade as having a hexagonal cross-section, do not also describe it as having a diamond cross-section. Diamonds are not hexagonal. Neither is a scent-stopper style pommel.
And please stop repeating the same comments about mender's magic two paragraphs later!
Apart from all that, this is a fun story that just needs a little polishing. It's a good first draft.
PLEASE get it edited.
September 27, 2023
Someone recommended this series to me and I'm glad they did.
Duren was raised in the Wilderlands, which is basically the forests in between the cities. He is trained to hunt, fight, and most of all, how to use the sword. Not just one sword but all of them. Once he turns eighteen he's on his own and decides to head out and see what civilization looks like.
He arrives at the first city and see a beautiful women wearing a sword. Both attract his attention. After all, there aren't many women around in the wilderlands. She agrees to duel him to make him go away.
I'll stop the recap there. There is a lot to like here. Duren is a simple character. He likes to fight, he believes in honor and honesty, and he loves the women he won in a duel. The story is fairly straightforward but that's alright.
The editing is a different matter. This feels like it was written in a different language and translated using Google. Most of the words are written correctly, they're just the wrong words. Harp instead of hare and things like that. It's very odd and at times confusing.
Likisa, Duren's soon to be wife, is mostly a blank slate. She doesn't like fighting as much as Duren does but follows him around anyway. If it weren't for Duren and the details of swordsmanship (There are many) I would rate this lower. Instead, I'll give it the full 5/5* despite it's flaws.
Duren was raised in the Wilderlands, which is basically the forests in between the cities. He is trained to hunt, fight, and most of all, how to use the sword. Not just one sword but all of them. Once he turns eighteen he's on his own and decides to head out and see what civilization looks like.
He arrives at the first city and see a beautiful women wearing a sword. Both attract his attention. After all, there aren't many women around in the wilderlands. She agrees to duel him to make him go away.
I'll stop the recap there. There is a lot to like here. Duren is a simple character. He likes to fight, he believes in honor and honesty, and he loves the women he won in a duel. The story is fairly straightforward but that's alright.
The editing is a different matter. This feels like it was written in a different language and translated using Google. Most of the words are written correctly, they're just the wrong words. Harp instead of hare and things like that. It's very odd and at times confusing.
Likisa, Duren's soon to be wife, is mostly a blank slate. She doesn't like fighting as much as Duren does but follows him around anyway. If it weren't for Duren and the details of swordsmanship (There are many) I would rate this lower. Instead, I'll give it the full 5/5* despite it's flaws.
September 16, 2023
A legendary hero raises a young infant that his parents was killed by bandits .
Holtvi of Yuutan a legendary hero saves a infant from dying as his parents were killed by bandits . He raised him up as his own son . Seventeen years later he sets out on his own to start a life of his own . To hopefully follow in his fathers foot steps . So he helps a caravan of merchants along the way from monster's attacks . An ends up joining and order of beastmen that provide services for escorts for caravans an general duties at the local adventures guild . There he meets a beautiful beast woman an takes her hand in marriage after beating her in a duel . recommend reading excellent book .
Holtvi of Yuutan a legendary hero saves a infant from dying as his parents were killed by bandits . He raised him up as his own son . Seventeen years later he sets out on his own to start a life of his own . To hopefully follow in his fathers foot steps . So he helps a caravan of merchants along the way from monster's attacks . An ends up joining and order of beastmen that provide services for escorts for caravans an general duties at the local adventures guild . There he meets a beautiful beast woman an takes her hand in marriage after beating her in a duel . recommend reading excellent book .
January 31, 2022
A fun read but tails off a bit in the second half
It's pretty good, definitely needs some more polishing and it felt like the author was maybe a bit inexperienced. Definitely was forcing some of the dialogue and actions to hype up Duren and certain actions were often forgotten. One example being duren crossing his arms early on in the book but then the weird complaining about people crossing their arms being pointless. Just trying to hype duren up as OP a bit too much. Also the whole war with the wolf species was somewhat unnecessary. Still a fun read just fell off a bit in the second half where it seemed like the author ran into a bit of a time crunch and lost focus.
It's pretty good, definitely needs some more polishing and it felt like the author was maybe a bit inexperienced. Definitely was forcing some of the dialogue and actions to hype up Duren and certain actions were often forgotten. One example being duren crossing his arms early on in the book but then the weird complaining about people crossing their arms being pointless. Just trying to hype duren up as OP a bit too much. Also the whole war with the wolf species was somewhat unnecessary. Still a fun read just fell off a bit in the second half where it seemed like the author ran into a bit of a time crunch and lost focus.
September 9, 2023
Couldn't put down.
Been in a slump looking for a good book. This book hits the spot. It's a low fantasy tale. There's all the fantasy creatures, goblins, kobolds, etc but no real magic. There's some basic healing magic and thats it.
The MC is great. He reminds me of Duncan of the valley from Gary Spechko's hero of the valley series. He's OP but in a good way. He's OP because he was raised by the best swordsman in the world. He also has a great personality without having one of those obnoxious hero complexes.
The romance is also good and doesn't take away from the story.
Great fight scenes, good humor, good story.
Just read it. You'll love it.
Been in a slump looking for a good book. This book hits the spot. It's a low fantasy tale. There's all the fantasy creatures, goblins, kobolds, etc but no real magic. There's some basic healing magic and thats it.
The MC is great. He reminds me of Duncan of the valley from Gary Spechko's hero of the valley series. He's OP but in a good way. He's OP because he was raised by the best swordsman in the world. He also has a great personality without having one of those obnoxious hero complexes.
The romance is also good and doesn't take away from the story.
Great fight scenes, good humor, good story.
Just read it. You'll love it.
October 3, 2023
Good story
There were things I liked and some I didn't. I'll start with the things I liked....the story and the world is kool I prefer more magic but it's still good the fights ...here's what I didn't like ...the author rambled about details that were needless while skimming over fights...the main character falls for the very first chick he come across....the mc love interest is supposed be a warrior and all about freedom to adventure while being a complete nag I really hate that I will read one more book but if it's more same nagging crap and skimmed over fights I won't read any further
There were things I liked and some I didn't. I'll start with the things I liked....the story and the world is kool I prefer more magic but it's still good the fights ...here's what I didn't like ...the author rambled about details that were needless while skimming over fights...the main character falls for the very first chick he come across....the mc love interest is supposed be a warrior and all about freedom to adventure while being a complete nag I really hate that I will read one more book but if it's more same nagging crap and skimmed over fights I won't read any further
February 28, 2022
Fun time
The story does have a few pov changes but they felt right and I felt like they actually added something more to the story. The time jumps were a bit strained as we would go a week or two then a month then a "couple months". Kinda made it hard to keep track of time. The characters were fun but the personalities overlapped a bit to much at times. Most of the issue I had were just me nitpicking at thing tho. Overall a fun read and decent story. I would check out a sequel.
The story does have a few pov changes but they felt right and I felt like they actually added something more to the story. The time jumps were a bit strained as we would go a week or two then a month then a "couple months". Kinda made it hard to keep track of time. The characters were fun but the personalities overlapped a bit to much at times. Most of the issue I had were just me nitpicking at thing tho. Overall a fun read and decent story. I would check out a sequel.
March 3, 2022
Promise
Not a terrible book. Lots of cliche that I enjoy, but they were all extremely rushed. Not even a quarter into the book after barely knowing the MC for half a day everyone he’s met plays along to the cliches of this kind of the MC’s like they are readers who have already know these things. It was aggravating reading the side characters thoughts about someone they barely know and then proven right.
Again it’s not a bad book, and I look forward to reading the next one because I’m sure there will be improvements to the set up and grammar.
Not a terrible book. Lots of cliche that I enjoy, but they were all extremely rushed. Not even a quarter into the book after barely knowing the MC for half a day everyone he’s met plays along to the cliches of this kind of the MC’s like they are readers who have already know these things. It was aggravating reading the side characters thoughts about someone they barely know and then proven right.
Again it’s not a bad book, and I look forward to reading the next one because I’m sure there will be improvements to the set up and grammar.
April 11, 2022
Delightful
The imagery and scene plotting tells me that there were many careful hours spent designing this story and the characters in it. The world building is very nice too. The editing… needs help. That said, the rest of the book is much too good to let the type-ohs get you down. It’s funny, irreverent, full of action, and filled with people you could meet on the street (assuming everyone in town uses swords). Quite nice for a first-in-series book, I think. Recommended! (15+)
The imagery and scene plotting tells me that there were many careful hours spent designing this story and the characters in it. The world building is very nice too. The editing… needs help. That said, the rest of the book is much too good to let the type-ohs get you down. It’s funny, irreverent, full of action, and filled with people you could meet on the street (assuming everyone in town uses swords). Quite nice for a first-in-series book, I think. Recommended! (15+)
March 16, 2022
Very nice...
The first two-thirds are phenomenal... great characters, pacing, dialog, everything. The MC, while definitely overpowered, is a simple, straightforward, extremely likeable man. The love interest is believable, driven woman.
The book then devolves into a less interesting standoff battle with little tension or doubt in the outcome, but drags on a bit to long without much payoff in its resolution.
The first two-thirds are phenomenal... great characters, pacing, dialog, everything. The MC, while definitely overpowered, is a simple, straightforward, extremely likeable man. The love interest is believable, driven woman.
The book then devolves into a less interesting standoff battle with little tension or doubt in the outcome, but drags on a bit to long without much payoff in its resolution.
April 3, 2022
An amazing book
I picked this book based on the cover and the synopsis on th book,most people think it silly. For me it was rewarded with a true and entertaining book the cover did justice and was a great likeness in my mind of th main lady. The book was a dream to read and the world was refreshing and easy to grasp. Making me want more.I am only sad because I now need to find the next book release date.Thanks for your hard work and please keep the books coming.
I picked this book based on the cover and the synopsis on th book,most people think it silly. For me it was rewarded with a true and entertaining book the cover did justice and was a great likeness in my mind of th main lady. The book was a dream to read and the world was refreshing and easy to grasp. Making me want more.I am only sad because I now need to find the next book release date.Thanks for your hard work and please keep the books coming.
June 1, 2022
Great story but needs some work.
I really enjoyed this story but the proofreading is bad. There are run-on sentences, lots of missing punctuation (commas save lives), and some typos. There was a scene where the characters are giving/talking about a massage. Every time, about 10 times on the page, massage is written as message. Really? No one caught that typo? With a professional's polish, this would be a 5 star book.
I really enjoyed this story but the proofreading is bad. There are run-on sentences, lots of missing punctuation (commas save lives), and some typos. There was a scene where the characters are giving/talking about a massage. Every time, about 10 times on the page, massage is written as message. Really? No one caught that typo? With a professional's polish, this would be a 5 star book.
September 30, 2023
Really liked this book
I do not write these but had to this time bc this is the type of book I’ve been looking and waiting for. Not getting into the why’s and all but just loved the simple, not over the top, romance line going through it. Tactfully done and a significant part of the story, with the MC trained by the sword master and having a good personality and he’s not dense. Really liked it need the next one.
I do not write these but had to this time bc this is the type of book I’ve been looking and waiting for. Not getting into the why’s and all but just loved the simple, not over the top, romance line going through it. Tactfully done and a significant part of the story, with the MC trained by the sword master and having a good personality and he’s not dense. Really liked it need the next one.
October 7, 2023
Not terrible, just not for me
I couldn’t get into this one. Seems geared a bit towards a younger audience, perhaps college level. Never really cared for any character except the main one. Even his betrothed was somewhat insufferable. Only got about 80-90 pages in and I just couldn’t do it anymore. Probably a good read for OP MC enthusiasts, however. Fight scenes were good. The lovey-dovey, budding relationship stuff just felt drawn out.
I couldn’t get into this one. Seems geared a bit towards a younger audience, perhaps college level. Never really cared for any character except the main one. Even his betrothed was somewhat insufferable. Only got about 80-90 pages in and I just couldn’t do it anymore. Probably a good read for OP MC enthusiasts, however. Fight scenes were good. The lovey-dovey, budding relationship stuff just felt drawn out.
October 14, 2021
Decent story
I liked the story well enough. Didn't care for how expensive it was or that it wasn't on unlimited. The sword fights were really hard to follow. The author also glossed over the little details a lot. The sense of time was kind of hard to figure out. They only ever mentioned it in passing.
I liked the story well enough. Didn't care for how expensive it was or that it wasn't on unlimited. The sword fights were really hard to follow. The author also glossed over the little details a lot. The sense of time was kind of hard to figure out. They only ever mentioned it in passing.
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