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Alpha Physics! #4
Albury
In Albury Adrian and his team must face the most terrifying of all enemies. His fellow humans.
Book 4 of Alpha Physics continues Adrian's journey to get to Melbourne, and he realizes sometimes the only path to success is to do things slower.
He has promised to accept the quest for Jules' sake but his interface is also adamant that completing the quest is the only way he reaches Melbourne. Not only will he need to find the fortitude to kill he will also need to work out how to complete the quest requirements. Despite everything he has achieved and his own growth, the crime family that has taken over the town of Albury are both stronger and richer than them. They will need to use every trick in the book to defeat them, while knowing that the stakes are real and mistakes have consequences.
Book 4 of Alpha Physics continues Adrian's journey to get to Melbourne, and he realizes sometimes the only path to success is to do things slower.
He has promised to accept the quest for Jules' sake but his interface is also adamant that completing the quest is the only way he reaches Melbourne. Not only will he need to find the fortitude to kill he will also need to work out how to complete the quest requirements. Despite everything he has achieved and his own growth, the crime family that has taken over the town of Albury are both stronger and richer than them. They will need to use every trick in the book to defeat them, while knowing that the stakes are real and mistakes have consequences.
643 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 13, 2022
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About the author
Alex Kozlowski
17 books98 followersAlex first fell in love with both computer games and writing when he was on a scholarship completing a Bachelor of Science majoring in Physics. After graduating and getting a job, I put the whole being a novelist to the side while that pesky thing called life got in the way.
A career in banking project managing the delivery of complicated quantitative applications resulted. Very stereotypical;
• Boring job as a banker - tick,
• Suburban home - tick
• Three kids - tick
• Two dogs - tick
• You get the point.
A little thing called a global pandemic then came along and gave Alex a chance to return to his dream of becoming a writer. Having recently read a variety of LITRPG books, it was a genre that he was excited to explore in order to create a world that readers could immerse themselves into. With the familiarity of the gaming world gained from playing WOW, Skyrim, Fallout amongst others, there is simple joy in creating an imaginative magic filled world that is at everyone’s fingertips. In his writing, Alex aims to capture the feeling that he loves of being able to put yourself into a gaming world, develop your character and exploit the rules to the fullest.
A career in banking project managing the delivery of complicated quantitative applications resulted. Very stereotypical;
• Boring job as a banker - tick,
• Suburban home - tick
• Three kids - tick
• Two dogs - tick
• You get the point.
A little thing called a global pandemic then came along and gave Alex a chance to return to his dream of becoming a writer. Having recently read a variety of LITRPG books, it was a genre that he was excited to explore in order to create a world that readers could immerse themselves into. With the familiarity of the gaming world gained from playing WOW, Skyrim, Fallout amongst others, there is simple joy in creating an imaginative magic filled world that is at everyone’s fingertips. In his writing, Alex aims to capture the feeling that he loves of being able to put yourself into a gaming world, develop your character and exploit the rules to the fullest.
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August 5, 2022
Rating 2.0 stars
Yeah. I am done with the series. It is really hard to continue a series when you hate the characters. The stuff I liked from the previous books were missing which made the stuff I didn't like more prominent. Adrian is a whiner. He needs to stop complaining all the time. He needs to stop talking about his wife and needing to get back to her every 5 minutes. He needs to stop being such a hypocrite. He spent forever complaining about a plan that required him to take a poison that would have a 3% chance of killing him but later when that didn't work and he needed to take a poison with a 10% chance and other problems he had no issue with that? He spent forever complaining about mind magic and not wanting to take that path because of where it could lead. Once he took it he immediately started messing with his friends though. Every fight was the same. No matter how much more stamina or mana he gained he ended every fight completely empty of mana and no stamina and almost died. EVERY FIGHT! I can see needing to do that when the chips are down but how bad is the planning if that is what it takes to win every time. I spent the whole book being annoyed at how high the level was of each bad guy and it not making sense. I got the answer for that right at the end but at that point I really didn't care. I skipped through a lot of the last 2 hours of the audiobook because I just wanted it over. Not enough to just quite but enough that skipping large sections.
Yeah. I am done with the series. It is really hard to continue a series when you hate the characters. The stuff I liked from the previous books were missing which made the stuff I didn't like more prominent. Adrian is a whiner. He needs to stop complaining all the time. He needs to stop talking about his wife and needing to get back to her every 5 minutes. He needs to stop being such a hypocrite. He spent forever complaining about a plan that required him to take a poison that would have a 3% chance of killing him but later when that didn't work and he needed to take a poison with a 10% chance and other problems he had no issue with that? He spent forever complaining about mind magic and not wanting to take that path because of where it could lead. Once he took it he immediately started messing with his friends though. Every fight was the same. No matter how much more stamina or mana he gained he ended every fight completely empty of mana and no stamina and almost died. EVERY FIGHT! I can see needing to do that when the chips are down but how bad is the planning if that is what it takes to win every time. I spent the whole book being annoyed at how high the level was of each bad guy and it not making sense. I got the answer for that right at the end but at that point I really didn't care. I skipped through a lot of the last 2 hours of the audiobook because I just wanted it over. Not enough to just quite but enough that skipping large sections.
February 17, 2022
Very good read
I enjoyed reading this book very much and I recommend this book to anyone who like LitRPG and progression type of books. I have been reading the Alpha Physics books with great delight. Thanks.
I enjoyed reading this book very much and I recommend this book to anyone who like LitRPG and progression type of books. I have been reading the Alpha Physics books with great delight. Thanks.
February 20, 2022
A major battle for a city’s humanity begins, for Kozzie!
Albury had a double apocalypse as a perfect storm of conditions gave immense power to a crime family allowing them to own the town. You can imagine how that has gone but add in slavery, mind control, and more on top of the extortion, rape, murder and more that they and their cronies have inflicted on Albury has caused a quest to be created, Save Albury. If you can… oh and our favorite snarky interface is active as hell and you definitely do not want to miss his spotlight at the end of the book.
As a note: there are definite translation/grammatical errors throughout these books that you will see, but they were minor to me.
While I am charged up at the ending, and continuation of the battle with Adhava, the journey has had costs, personal costs that they don’t lose sight of. The entire city has lost or suffered under the Yanney’s and they are willing to die to remove them.
Sadly I am now waiting for the next book and the climatic battle between Adhava, crime family matriarch and master of Albury’s woes. And it’s a brand new location type that they have not heard of yet or experienced!!
Albury had a double apocalypse as a perfect storm of conditions gave immense power to a crime family allowing them to own the town. You can imagine how that has gone but add in slavery, mind control, and more on top of the extortion, rape, murder and more that they and their cronies have inflicted on Albury has caused a quest to be created, Save Albury. If you can… oh and our favorite snarky interface is active as hell and you definitely do not want to miss his spotlight at the end of the book.
As a note: there are definite translation/grammatical errors throughout these books that you will see, but they were minor to me.
While I am charged up at the ending, and continuation of the battle with Adhava, the journey has had costs, personal costs that they don’t lose sight of. The entire city has lost or suffered under the Yanney’s and they are willing to die to remove them.
Sadly I am now waiting for the next book and the climatic battle between Adhava, crime family matriarch and master of Albury’s woes. And it’s a brand new location type that they have not heard of yet or experienced!!
February 17, 2022
Detailed
Feels a bit slower paced compared to previous books, but incredibly detailed and realistic. I disagree with the tactics, I don’t see the issue destroying the town guard. Economics seem a bit high with a very high taxation rate that is questionable.
Feels a bit slower paced compared to previous books, but incredibly detailed and realistic. I disagree with the tactics, I don’t see the issue destroying the town guard. Economics seem a bit high with a very high taxation rate that is questionable.
March 21, 2022
Keeping it going
It hard for a sequel to keep the energy going, much less the fifth. I do worry though that the sidetracks are turning into filler. It's a slupper slop from an exciting journey full of exploration and adventure and filler bogged slog.
It hard for a sequel to keep the energy going, much less the fifth. I do worry though that the sidetracks are turning into filler. It's a slupper slop from an exciting journey full of exploration and adventure and filler bogged slog.
February 17, 2022
fun read as it always is
Great story. With good twist and turns. Well with a read. This requires nine more words to submit. Ain’t that a treat.
Great story. With good twist and turns. Well with a read. This requires nine more words to submit. Ain’t that a treat.
March 21, 2022
Love this book
I have loved this book and the entire series. This is my first time reading this genre of books and I couldn't have started on a better series. This book was full of action and lots of moves and countermoves. Would recommend to anyone
I have loved this book and the entire series. This is my first time reading this genre of books and I couldn't have started on a better series. This book was full of action and lots of moves and countermoves. Would recommend to anyone
February 23, 2022
Much better
The main character finally moved on from complaining and the AIn finally became more than an a-hole for more reason.
He's now an a-hole with a reason. Which is much better.
Back to being as good as the first book!
The main character finally moved on from complaining and the AIn finally became more than an a-hole for more reason.
He's now an a-hole with a reason. Which is much better.
Back to being as good as the first book!
January 13, 2022
Can't wait for book 5.
February 14, 2022
Book four
I'm sorry, but I so strongly dislike the MC that he ruined this book for me. To much time spent with him struggling with his morality. The fact is he has none or he wouldn't have peaked into Steve's head to see his crimes. Also putting down humans that torture, rape, and murder for fun doesn't make you a murderer. If anything consider it pest control.
If you came across a rabid dog in a pen full of puppies you would put the dog down to save the puppies and feel good about it and sleep just fine. So why not the same after putting down rabid humans?
4/10 Annoying MC!
I'm sorry, but I so strongly dislike the MC that he ruined this book for me. To much time spent with him struggling with his morality. The fact is he has none or he wouldn't have peaked into Steve's head to see his crimes. Also putting down humans that torture, rape, and murder for fun doesn't make you a murderer. If anything consider it pest control.
If you came across a rabid dog in a pen full of puppies you would put the dog down to save the puppies and feel good about it and sleep just fine. So why not the same after putting down rabid humans?
4/10 Annoying MC!
February 24, 2022
bleh
DNF, the mc spends literally 25-40% of the book whining or hand-wringing. Also, the writer has massive disconnects in the litrpg aspects of the story without any explanation or attempts at clarification. Lastly, the author has lines like “F$&@ the scientists!” apropos of nothing…
DNF, the mc spends literally 25-40% of the book whining or hand-wringing. Also, the writer has massive disconnects in the litrpg aspects of the story without any explanation or attempts at clarification. Lastly, the author has lines like “F$&@ the scientists!” apropos of nothing…
March 3, 2022
KU Review
Great action and more in depth exploration of morality in the face of war. Somewhat disconcerting in the light of current events but a good read all the same.
As the title says this is a review for Kindle Unlimited and as such is a reflection of my enjoyment of the book and in no way reflects cost to value analysis.
Great action and more in depth exploration of morality in the face of war. Somewhat disconcerting in the light of current events but a good read all the same.
As the title says this is a review for Kindle Unlimited and as such is a reflection of my enjoyment of the book and in no way reflects cost to value analysis.
May 13, 2022
Great continuation of the story, having some minor issues with the back and forth of the main character when it comes to his powers and his ability to continue to grow.
Looking forward to the next one.
Looking forward to the next one.
June 1, 2022
Disappointed.
The book was just not very interesting or entertaining to me. It had a ton of things in it that frankly I don't care about. The interface is still making g the book unappealing.
The book was just not very interesting or entertaining to me. It had a ton of things in it that frankly I don't care about. The interface is still making g the book unappealing.
February 25, 2022
First of all, I'd like to apologize for my typos and bad grammar, I'm trying to improve and will, hopefully, edit it in the future.
For most litrpgs If someone would've asked me 'what's different with this book?' I'd probably answer: 'Dunno, but the humor is cool, there's no harem, the plot doesn't suck, the characters are relatable or fun, etc'
It's not the case with Alpha Physics.
Some points stand out positively in this series.
Two things greatly:
-How the author portrays the mc psyche, exposing thought processes, fears, mistakes, and motivations. I think Adrian is the most lifelike MC that I've seen.
-The way the interface works and interacts with the mc, which only works because of the first point, is, to me, something new and interesting.
Jaracol is a breath of fresh air.
Also, some of the system stuff, the pathways, global average, and level up options.
The worst thing about the series is that I just found out that the next book is the penultimate one.
I was hoping for many more.
Btw, somehow this book became a heist book, didn't it? Jamal is so badass.
For most litrpgs If someone would've asked me 'what's different with this book?' I'd probably answer: 'Dunno, but the humor is cool, there's no harem, the plot doesn't suck, the characters are relatable or fun, etc'
It's not the case with Alpha Physics.
Some points stand out positively in this series.
Two things greatly:
-How the author portrays the mc psyche, exposing thought processes, fears, mistakes, and motivations. I think Adrian is the most lifelike MC that I've seen.
-The way the interface works and interacts with the mc, which only works because of the first point, is, to me, something new and interesting.
Jaracol is a breath of fresh air.
Also, some of the system stuff, the pathways, global average, and level up options.
The worst thing about the series is that I just found out that the next book is the penultimate one.
I was hoping for many more.
Btw, somehow this book became a heist book, didn't it? Jamal is so badass.
February 7, 2024
Earth's finest hero
Adrian is a difficult character to like, and an easy character to dislike. The constant whining and obvious self loathing gets old. An MC who has doubts? Great. An MC who on one page says, 'I need to stop doing this stupid thing constantly' and then does the stupid thing the next page? Less great.
The overall plot is enjoyable, as are all of the characters besides Adrian. Maybe have him develop a little bit of confidence and act like the leader everyone seems to think he is. Tom out
Adrian is a difficult character to like, and an easy character to dislike. The constant whining and obvious self loathing gets old. An MC who has doubts? Great. An MC who on one page says, 'I need to stop doing this stupid thing constantly' and then does the stupid thing the next page? Less great.
The overall plot is enjoyable, as are all of the characters besides Adrian. Maybe have him develop a little bit of confidence and act like the leader everyone seems to think he is. Tom out
July 8, 2022
Fast paced & brutal
Fighting monsters is one thing but in the latest installment we see the crew fight the biggest monster of them all - Humans !!.
While it starts with right intentions we literally see how our team of protagonists edge towards a slippery slope of morally grey characters. Adrian in particular has his ups and downs but kudos to the how tightly the story is knitted together. Waiting for the next in this awesome serie.
Fighting monsters is one thing but in the latest installment we see the crew fight the biggest monster of them all - Humans !!.
While it starts with right intentions we literally see how our team of protagonists edge towards a slippery slope of morally grey characters. Adrian in particular has his ups and downs but kudos to the how tightly the story is knitted together. Waiting for the next in this awesome serie.
February 18, 2022
Good
A little too many pages rehashing his moral dilemma about killing evil people. I think it’s important for it the character to have moral introspection, but he repeats himself so many times I had to skip over some. I really enjoy the story and hope that this kind of repetition is trimmed down.
A little too many pages rehashing his moral dilemma about killing evil people. I think it’s important for it the character to have moral introspection, but he repeats himself so many times I had to skip over some. I really enjoy the story and hope that this kind of repetition is trimmed down.
April 7, 2023
It becomes increasingly difficult to like the main character, his panicky emotions, his self-pity. I also don't like the way the interface communicates - I find it vague and daunting .... and it's poor planning but maybe in the next book something will change and I'm curious about the mechanics of the dungeon?
June 16, 2023
Yuck. I forced myself to finish this book. Wish I hadn’t. Debating dropping this series.
The MC whines and moans over and over and over unendingly about his moral and ethical predicament. It literally ruined the story. It took up so much time that very little actual story took place here. This book was about liberating Aulbury. Should have only been a quarter of a book max.
Skip this.
The MC whines and moans over and over and over unendingly about his moral and ethical predicament. It literally ruined the story. It took up so much time that very little actual story took place here. This book was about liberating Aulbury. Should have only been a quarter of a book max.
Skip this.
February 18, 2022
Decent book
I enjoyed seeing the story progress and some battles against other people with power. Too much angst and dialog over killing what are really bad people. The set up for some of the battles also took too much of the story.
I enjoyed seeing the story progress and some battles against other people with power. Too much angst and dialog over killing what are really bad people. The set up for some of the battles also took too much of the story.
February 20, 2022
Absolutely Excellent
Great progression. I think it is thoughtful and well designed. The writing is very well done I am excited to read the next in the series
Very measured approach to the power curve and real life consequences given a fantastical circumstance
Great progression. I think it is thoughtful and well designed. The writing is very well done I am excited to read the next in the series
Very measured approach to the power curve and real life consequences given a fantastical circumstance
February 21, 2022
Great read!!!!
Very good continuation of the story, what a cliff hanger!! Again, good character development and progression. Bringing more characters into the story line and building them up. Already looking forward to the next book in the series!!!
Very good continuation of the story, what a cliff hanger!! Again, good character development and progression. Bringing more characters into the story line and building them up. Already looking forward to the next book in the series!!!
February 21, 2022
Thumbs up
Wow another impressive book is this story! Glad MC is finally getting tougher. The book was a cool look at how human's can just be fed up end of the world or not. Great magic and combat as always. Already pre-order the next one.
Wow another impressive book is this story! Glad MC is finally getting tougher. The book was a cool look at how human's can just be fed up end of the world or not. Great magic and combat as always. Already pre-order the next one.
February 26, 2022
Political
I would have given a five star rating if it wasn't for the author interjecting his political propoganda 13 pages into the story. Bad form all the way through. Other than that the story has progressed well with few typos.
I would have given a five star rating if it wasn't for the author interjecting his political propoganda 13 pages into the story. Bad form all the way through. Other than that the story has progressed well with few typos.
February 26, 2022
Hard turn towards dark
Well written, new powers and very different type of problem, but much darker more "realistic" grim tone to this book than first two.
I am looking forward to the next book as it looks like things are going to be switched up with a slight subgenre change.
Well written, new powers and very different type of problem, but much darker more "realistic" grim tone to this book than first two.
I am looking forward to the next book as it looks like things are going to be switched up with a slight subgenre change.
March 4, 2022
Great journey to Melbourne continues
This is a really good next book in this series. Geographically our MC and his party dont make much progress, but a lot of emphasize is put on backstory and strategy to solve their current quest.
I look forward to the next part of the journey.
This is a really good next book in this series. Geographically our MC and his party dont make much progress, but a lot of emphasize is put on backstory and strategy to solve their current quest.
I look forward to the next part of the journey.
March 22, 2022
Good story!!
Fantasy, but exciting reading. I like the idea of plain folks trying to destroy evil. Sometimes evil is difficult to discover till your own children, Bill fold and life are affected.
Fantasy, but exciting reading. I like the idea of plain folks trying to destroy evil. Sometimes evil is difficult to discover till your own children, Bill fold and life are affected.
April 26, 2022
A fantastic story
I am completely hooked on this series. The characters are well grounded and feel very real. The story, plot and world building are highly addictive. I can't wait to read the next book.
I am completely hooked on this series. The characters are well grounded and feel very real. The story, plot and world building are highly addictive. I can't wait to read the next book.
December 20, 2023
The curtain behind the system and the interfaces is slowing opening. Wasn’t too big a fan of the heist-like book and them sneaking around Albury. Hopefully they get back to killing monsters and leveling soon
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