Kazuki started writing novels when she was in her second year of junior high school. After taking an entrance exam, she entered into a national university before graduating and becoming busy with work, stopping her from writing. Once she was married and her child entered kindergarten, Kazuki had more free time, which she used to start writing again. From 2013 onwards, she started publishing her novel Ascendance of a Bookworm on the user-generated novel publishing website Shōsetsuka ni Narō which saw success. In 2015, she officially debuted with said series under the T.O. Books imprint.
This book was very engaging and enjoyable, the action scenes were very good and, as always, I enjoy the interactions between Rozemyne and Ferdinand so much, I missed it very much; It's interesting how their relationship has evolved. In general, I did not expect Georgine's point of view, now I see that character in a totally new way, something really necessary for this character who is behind almost all the disasters and plots that happen, you can sympathize with her and her past. I think that in another world she and Ferdinand would have been good allies against Veronica, they are similar in many ways, except that Ferdinand, despite everything he went through, received direction and a little love from his father, compared to Georgine, who did not receive love or direction from anyone, this shows how cruel the system and policies behind an archducal family are. This book shows that this is the beginning of a disaster (like an iceberg) and that there are a lot of things yet to happen, both in Ehrenfest and in Soberania, I am very excited to see how things turn out and what kind of plot twists we'll get from the author, I love the way she keeps things interesting, logical and so connected, I applaud her.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
I finally got my hands on this book! Though, it ends with a cliffhanger as well... *s0b*
The Prologue is in Justus' POV, and it is about what he and Eckhart did during and after Ferdinand's poisoning. It's great to see their reaction and actions to everything, and it gives a more complete picture as to what is going on (even if they, themselves, are largely in the dark).
Things kick off fairly quickly with Rozemyne's rescue mission, and it's great to see her wield her magic and new powers/knowledge. The first bit isn't as action-packed as I was expecting, but there's reasons for that, and I still enjoyed every moment of it. Things still happen rather quickly, and, while I miss some of the more whimsical magic moments of the past, it's great to see how much Rozemyne has grown.
I was not expecting the turn in plans once again, and I'm curious how that will play out.
This book ends with the battle taking on a personal role once more, even if the cliffhanger is a bit different than the last, but I can't wait to get my hands on the next book. So many things can still go wrong, even with all of the careful planning, which makes me quite anxious!
The Epilogue is from Georgine's POV, and... Wow. Getting her perspective on everything completely changes my view of her. She's not wrong in how she feels, but her methods are the issue. It also helps a lot in putting the entire situation together, as I never felt like I quite understood it all (I don't think there's a lot of new information in this, but it was nice to have it clearly all laid out).
Then the bonus stories.
The first story is a bit different this time around, as it jumps around to many characters as they get ready for the battle to come. I won't go into all the POVs in detail, as there's just too many and I don't want to accidently drop spoilers. But, it shows exactly how those close to Rozemyne are reacting to everything going on, and it's a great way to show where everybody is going to be at for the battle without just a massive exposition list from Rozemyne. I loved seeing all the various characters and their thoughts and reactions to everything. It set the stage perfectly while keeping the tension and emotions strong.
The second story is from Ferdinand's POV, and it details his thoughts as he is left to die, as well as some of what happens in this volume of the series. An interesting read that I won't elaborate further on for spoilers.
Then, the bonus comics. They're all cute, but I love 'All About Ferdinand' the best. That one made me chuckle.
I love the illustrations, as always, though it still throws me off every time I see Rozemyne. She is quite beautiful, but it's just a bit jarring. :P
Overall, this is another great addition to the series. There's still some humor, but things are getting rather serious. The rescue mission kept me on the edge of my seat, and then, when I was starting to wonder what the rest of the volume would cover, things ended up being a bit more complicated than I had initially thought--at least, for the battle in Ahrensbach. It makes me all the more interested to see the world outside of Yurgenschmidt, though I don't know if that will happen. But I could hardly put this book down, and I'm dying to get my hands on the next book.
The giant game of chess that is war between several duchies and also another country has begun in earnest! In this volume we have many action scenes which altogether cover only a few short days in the narrative. Alot of important events transpire in a short space of time! Fleshed out further in the ever present side stories, the numerous perspectives of familiar characters lend themselves to the scale of the schemes Ahrensbach have been preparing to perpetrate against Ehrenfest and also the Sovereignty.
The one letdown for me is that, given Rozemynes group are here outmanoeuvring their enemies and attacking back from an unexpected angle, we do not see them have any meaningful encounters with any familiar antagonists this time. The enemies are nearly all faceless and nameless. Instead, the main excitement comes from the coup itself and the various daring rescues all in a race against time.
We are also left on a cliffhanger; the enemy is now inside Ehrenfest and much will still need to be done before everyone there is safe. There is alot of preparation in the epilogues setting up a big payoff in the next volume! Hopefully we’ll be treated to a showdown between our heroes and villains!
In terms of villains, the epilogue from Georgines perspective was very interesting. Not before now have her motivations, opinions and traumas been revealed so candidly. As a villain i now feel she deserves some small amount of sympathy, unlike some others i can think of! It will be interesting to see how her story resolves just as much our heroes.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
This is like book 30. It's been a long haul getting this far. There has been a lot of setup. And this books is just filled with payoff. And obviously a huge cliffhanger. I don't think we see every significant character in Ehrenfest in this one, but wow if not, we get close. And the story in this one really moves. And the characters are themselves. 4.5 of 5
Totalmente emocionada con esta fascinante e intrigante historia 🤭
Volumen 29 📖 ( la emoción va en aumento 😍 )
Estoy sin palabras con esta asombrosa historia
Adictiva, ligera, única y asombrosa, los personajes tan diferentes y valientes dispuestos a ayudar y proteger, la trama maravillosamente atrapante, descripciones precisas, narrativa impecable, giros, mucha más magia, un libro especial, muchos sentimientos y una batalla inminente...
Una Ratona dispuesta a enfrentarse a humanos o dioses, para salvar lo que más le importa
" Haré lo que sea para salvarlo. Cualquier cosa. "
Grandes Ducados, la Soberanía, la Familia Real, incluso los mismísimos Dioses...
Rozemyne se enfrentará a cualquiera en su intento de rescatar a Ferdinand...
Con su recién adquirido Libro de Mestionora, activará la puerta rural de Kirnberger, inactiva desde hace mucho tiempo...
Además, con Dunkelfelger a su lado, acelera hasta Ahrensbach mucho más rapido que Steifebrise
¡ A la guerra !
Mientras comienza la batalla contra Lanzenave, Georgine inicia finalmente su invasión y desencadena la Defensa de Ehrenfest...
¿ Conseguiran las fuerzas combinadas del Templo y los plebeyos de la Ciudad Baja ayudar a mantener el Ducado a salvo ?
¿ Podrá ella obtener la victoria en este juego tan complicado... ?
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Esta Ratona valiente demuestran que es imparable cuando se trata de proteger lo que le importa
( Se lanza de cabeza sin dudarlo )
Rozemyne ama de una manera intensa, profunda y sincera, para ella su hogar son cada una de personas que ama y mientras estén bien, ella puede seguir adelante sin dudar ni retroceder, pero si falta una, eso la destrozaria por completo
Aunque para muchos pueda parecer que ello es su mayor debilidad, lo cierto es que son su mayor fuerza, escudo e impulso
Si alguno de sus seres queridos está en peligro, literalmente arrasaría con el mundo entero con tal de rescatarlo
Pero si todos están a salvo, ella hara todo lo posible y más para protegerlos en todo sentido
Y lo demostró con hechos
En el momento en que supo que Ferdinand, estaba en grave peligro les dejo claro a todos que lo salvaría y nada ni nadie la detendría
Los ducados mayores, la Soberanía, la Familia Real e incluso los mismos Dioses, no le importa que deba hacer o si debe enemistarse con el mundo entero para salvarlo
Y lo hizo y no puedo expresar lo maravillosa que es
Asombrosa
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Una vez completados los preparativos de Rozemyne para la batalla y operación de rescate, se reunió con Eckhart y Justus, y sin esperar más partio al frente
Utilizó al máximo y de la manera más eficaz su Libro de Mestionora, aprovechando las puertas del campo para viajar rápidamente e incluso consiguió que los caballeros de Dunkelfelger se unieran a la batalla
No retrocede pues tiene una importante promesa que cumplir...
Pero mientras la Ratona parte a Ahrensbach, el ataque de Georgine contra Ehrenfest empezó...
Por otra parte los ciudadanos de Lanzenave solo pueden entrar a Yurgenschmidt por la puerta fronteriza de Ahrensbach ( la única puerta abierta del país ), y como Detlinde les dio poder de acción a estos, los problemas son demasiados para a los que desean proteger Yurgenschmidt, ya que los de Lanzenave poseen extraños objetos inmunes a la magia...
Pero eso no detendra a una Ratona cuyas ideas son demasiado inesperadas e inimaginables...
Por proteger y salvar a cada uno de sus seres queridos Rozemyne es capaz de cualquier cosa...
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No se ni que decir...
Me dolio ver lo mucho que les afecto a Justus y Eckhart que Ferdinand estuviera en peligro, y lo que significó para ellos saber Rozemyne, estaba dispuesta a iniciar una guerra por salvarlo
Pero también el inmenso alivio que sintieron al notar que hay muchos que la ayudan en la misión
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Ver a la Familia de Rozemyne tan unida como siempre luchando, protegiendose y pidiendo a los dioses volver a encontrarse es demasiado conmovedor
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Es conmovedor y hermoso ver como todos los asistentes se esfuerza en proteger lo que más valora Rozemyne
Los que no pueden acompañarla al frente, también se esfuerzan al máximo en otros puntos
Los que la acompañan no la dejaran sola
Ninguno permitirá que ella resulte lastimada
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Es muy lindoooooooo
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Mis respetos a Hannelore
Es una guerrera formidable, valiente e increíble
¡¡ Maravillosaaaaa !!
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Clarissa y Hartmut...
Consiguieron un montón de devotos a la Santa
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Esos 2 son especialistas en lavar cerebros
Lo cierto es que me da un poco de lastima por la Ratona y sus otros asistentes pues parecen disco rayado
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Me hace muy feliz la situación de la condenada ex " profesora " Fraularm
Primero la desgraciada participo en el incidente del robo de la Biblia
Así que el saber que fue destituida de su cargo de maestra ( por andar diciendo que la Ratona había subido la altísima escalera mientras estuvo que el Erwaermen ), y la humillación tras descubrir la nueva posición de la Ratona
Fue un hermoso y maravilloso castigo del destino 😈❤️😈
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Ha sido sublime e increíble ver como cada uno de estos personajes se esfuerza y trabajan para salir airosos de tan complicadas batallas
Ya quiero ver que sigue
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La Ratona es alguien que siempre piensa en los demás y esa fue una de las razones por las que Ferdinand le confío a ella una piedra con su nombre
Sabia que ella jamás le robaría el nombre a alguien y cuidaría tal piedra sin dudar
Pero ante una situación tan desesperada y un poco persuadida por Justus, para ser un escudo más para Ferdinand, ella tomo su nombre
Pues si bien los juramentados con nombre mueren por lo que ello puede conllevar, asi también pueden sobrevivir en situaciones fatales gracias al maná que reciben de su Señor o Señora
Por eso ella decidió tomarlo, prefiere un regaño a no aprovechar cualquier medida que le permitiera salvarle...
Claro le devolverá el nombre a la primera oportunidad sin dudar
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Hasta el momento la situación entorno a Rozemyne era muy inestable y complicada, ya que había elegido un camino que no la hacía feliz, pero tras tomar el cargo de Aub Ahrensbach, aparecen nuevos caminos frente a sí
Ella pudo haber reducido a cenizas Ahrensbach, más teniendo en cuanta la alta traición que cometió la Ex Familia Archiducal
Pero por sugerencia del Señor Del Mal, nació en la Ratona la esperanza de convertirse en la Aub oficial del ducado y convertirlo en su propia Ciudad Biblioteca, podría comer pescado, ampliar la Imprenta y crear escuelas para cualquiera que desee aprender
( El Zent no puede intervenir en la gestión de los Ducados )
Aunque lo más maravilloso de ello sería la posibilidad de volver a interactuar con su amada Familia, pues el contrato que los separa solo funciona en Ehrenfest
Aunque al inicio se mostró sorprendida y cautelosa por las sugerencias del Señor Del Mal, ya que la primera vez que ella le dio tales ideas las rechazo, y pues como lo conoce demasiado bien, sabe que él " JAMÁS " hace nada si no obtienen algo a cambio...
Y tenía razón...
El Señor Del Mal desea su propio Laboratorio junto a la Biblioteca de la Ratona y otras cuestiones
La Ratona no tiene problema en darle lo que quiere, pero a cambio le dijo que él deberá ayudarla en la gestión del ducado y lograr que pueda reunirse con su Familia lo más seguido posible ( bueno también hay otros requisitos 🤭 )
Pero aun hay muchas cosas que resolver antes de realizar ese sueño, sin embargo de esa opción nace una nueva esperanza que da fuerza extra para luchar
( No les diré como la Ratona, termino siendo Aub Ahrensbach 😅, solo dire que su método no fue precisamente normal y si muy loco... En resumen muy ella 🤣 )
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Me dolio demasiado ver a Rozemyne derrumbarse
Si bien ella se esforzó lo indecible por proteger y salvar a Ferdinand, enfrentándose a cualquiera que le dijera que no valia la pena, ideando lo imposible y declarando sin dudar que no fallaría en misión de salvarlo
Lo cierto es que en ningún momento dejó de estar aterrada y preocupada ante la posibilidad de no llegar a tiempo, de fallar y perderlo
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Porque mientras todo eso trascurria ya cargaba sola con tantas cosas encima...
Verla tan dichosa de verlo vivo, de verle refunfuñar, de que la regañara o le pellizcara las mejillas, fue demasiado hermoso
Yo también me sentí totalmente aliviada al verlo a salvo nuevamente
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Al fin Ferdinand estará bien
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Más si debo decir un momento en que mi alma se rompió por completo, fue toda la situación de Ferdinand
La situación desde que lo enviaron a Ahrensbach, no hizo más que empeorar a medida paso el tiempo
Conocer sus sentimientos ante la situación y ver que aún así, cuando llegó un momento crítico decidió hacer un esfuerzo para salvar a las pocas personas que valoraba y estaba resignado a morir para que Rozemyne completará el Libro de Mestionora, me rompio...
Por eso el ver que se quedó sorprendido y conmocionado en demasia, al ser testigo y comprender lo mucho que ella lo valora, fue demasiado para mi corazón
Porque ella como siempre supera sus expectativas y le demostró con hechos, que para ella su vida es más importante que mundo mismo
Para Rozemyne no tiene ningún sentido luchar por Yurgenschmidt si Ferdinand no vive en el
Por eso ame, cuando él declara que ahora es su turno de ayudarla y de paso liberarla de quienes quieren aprovecharse de ella
El Señor Del Mal va proteger a su pequeño Shumill Problemático, pobres lo que se metan en su camino...
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En verdad agradezco a la autora por esta parte de la aventura, porque me transmitiera tantos sentimientos con estos bellos personajes
( Tampoco me olvido de las ilustraciones tan hermosas que aportan tanto en esta aventura )
Todo lo que viví en esta parte de la historia fue emocionante, único, por ratos doloroso y complicado, pero todo valió la pena y eso me hace muy dichosa
¡¡ Hermosooooo !! 🥹❤️🥹❤️🥹
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Hay tanto en lo que quisiera entrar en detalles, pero de lo que sin duda se disfruta más descubriendo uno mismo
Los descubrimientos, los rescates, las estrategias, y especialmente cada punto de las batallas que han sido mágicamente épicas y sublimes ( y aún faltan más 🤭 )
Créanme no hay palabras para describir lo hermosamente peligroso y sublime que cuando Ferdinand y Rozemyne entran en acción
Las pobres almas idiotas no tendrán oportunidad contra ese par 😈😈😈
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Ojalá más se animen a viajar por Yurgenschmidt
Les aseguro que será una experiencia única
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Una invasión, infiltraciones, peligro, sorpresas desagradables, muchas batallas, opiniones, ritual nuevo, rescates, evacuaciones, estrategias únicas e inesperadas y un robo necesario para salvar y proteger lo más valioso
Recomendada 1000%
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Los ducados mayores, la Soberanía, la Familia Real real e incluso los mismos Dioses, me enemistaría con el mundo entero para salvarte
I love this series. I basically have the volumes read shortly after they drop and have been pre-ordering the volumes to ensure that I get them as soon as possible. And I have read the google translated version off the original Japanese web novel site - I know what's going to happen, but I still want the professionally translated versions as they contain more side stories and some short manga strips. The story as a whole is well planned out, and if you know enough German the names of things make so much sense. This volume was one of the action-packed ones - and the one I was the most invested in reading as it's about Rozemyne rescuing Ferdinand, a battle over Ahrensbach, and setting the stage for the futures of Rozemyne and Ferdinand - ones they will actually want for themselves.
The next volume is also going to be action-packed too as it is about the defense of Ehrenfest, and I look forward to reading it too.
You know, in my review of Part 5 Vol. 2's light novel, I had said that I wasn't sure if any other Ditter match could top the one in that book. Now, I TECHNICALLY stand corrected. You'll see what I mean when reading this book.
& oh boy, is this light novel now my favourite of the series, or is it still P5V2? It's tricky because this book is unique among all the others in the series in that, from start to finish, it's all about one major event: the invasion. This contrasts with the other novels, which are packed with numerous shenanigans caused by Rozemyne and the antagonists across multiple, somewhat connected storylines, along with the addition of some slice-of-life elements. Conclusion? I don't know which novel I love more.
~ This was honestly *Ferdinand's book!
*The whole & vulnerability of Ferdinand was so thrilling and heartfelt. I felt every tug of emotion when he was down, *Also loved the whole scene; it was such a powerful moment that gave me the same excitement you'd feel when epic music suddenly starts playing.
*But even more so, it was intriguing trying to deduce his true thoughts when It feels like he still has plans he's not yet revealed. Why do I feel like he's planning on I just... have a feeling. I just hope it truly is carried out in
*That aside, it was really exciting seeing Ferdinand, Lord of Evil, emotionally charged and I want more of that low-simmering rage & wrath. I imagined a dangerous rainbow aura coming from him!
*I SO BADLY want the life Ferdinand mapped out that came afterwards worries me, as does the author's propensity for bittersweet endings. If it doesn't happen, ISTG...! After even bringing it up at all (I certainly wouldn't have thought of its possibility on my own, Miya!), it better freaking happen!
*I'm all for the slow unravelling of Ferdinand's backstory. I wonder who it is he'll I am seated for this!
*Honestly, it was even better to see his thoughts through his POV, especially how kind they were in regard to worrying most about the wellbeing of the He always comes across as far harsher and colder than he really is. This is yet another POV of his that proves that to me.
~ Unrelated to Ferdinand though? This is a truly fantastic series, because holy shit, Miya Kazuki managed to make me sympathise with Georgine for a moment there. No, her actions aren't justified, but I get it now! I can see why. I can hate someone else (Veronica + also unfair societal expectations) far more for creating the circumstances that led to Georgine committing all of her villainy. She is now, truly, a well-written villain.
~ Quick Notes: • Feel bad for Eckhart, but I'm glad he's bonding even more with Rozemyne. • Justus already sunk low in my book, but he'll really be dead to me if he unnecessarily does anything • Dunkelfelgerians are always so hype! From their stadium-like cheers to coming in clutch, love them! • Protective Hartmut is the best Hartmut <3 • Assigning value with insults like "a bookless prince" will never not be funny. • "What lunatic would someone?" -> "You're looking at her." The banter between the two was peak. Probably because it went on so long with these two uninterrupted • The Aub's Protection yellow bird magic was sick! • EWIGELIEBE'S SWORD! Those four had a truly badass scene! • Gosh, I love Effa, Gunther, Kamil, Lutz, & all of them! They were too damn sweet in the post-Epilogue short stories. The parents nearly made me tear up. If there's one thing I want for the series ending, it's their undeniable thriving lives and happy endings!
~ There's too many things I want on the large scale of things, so I'll close off with some minor things I hope we'll see in relation to what's happened in this novel: 1. I wanna see what comes of Lutz Let's see some bookbinding upgrades, please. 2. Give me some buffed Gunther action next novel! 3. While I'm enjoying this invasion arc, I hope it won't be drawn out for too long. It's hype, but it's not necessarily what makes me love this brilliant series, so I wouldn't want it to lose itself amongst all the cool action either.
Seriously, very few authors out of the many many things I’ve read, can keep you coming back, just as excited as the last novel. I can only think of five or six off the top of my head, and I have read a lot of books. But this author is amazing. The people she is created the world she has created Are amazing, and the richness in their character. I keep coming back every time. And I have no problem rereading old books I can again. Very rarely do you find such quality penmanship.
This one is one of those climactic novels that you’ve been waiting for… And I’m sure the next one’s gonna be the same, but we have to wait till March darn it. Is it wrong with me that I’m still shipping her with Ferdinand, God I hope it turns out the way I’m looking for… But the pace in which the author is writing, these novels is amazing, and it’s volume, and in its content. I’m so excited I love it.
The battle to rescue Ferdinand and save Ehrenfest is on. Myne rushes out to Ahrensbach to take over the foundation, only to learn more is going on than meets the eye. Meanwhile those back home in Ehrenfest have to deal with issues of their own.
Great book with some much needed action and progress in the plot. The exposition on why the kingdom is in the current condition came as a rather inappropriate point as far as pacing is concerned and it felt a bit unnatural conversation at that. Sure, the reader needed those answers, the timing was really off. Otherwise it was a fine addition to the series. Looking forward to the next volume.
This one was intense and had lots of action. Loved getting to see so many beloved characters in the epilogues. As always, I'm rooting for Rozemyne! Can't wait for the next one.
To war! Perhaps it was inevitable. Perhaps it was the bespoke vigilance that arose from tracking one's foes across duchy borders. Perhaps it was the fact that extraordinary circumstances beget extraordinary measures (Ferdinand: "What lunatic would dye a foundation just to rescue someone?"; page 122).
ASCENDANCE OF A BOOKWORM v29 is a strong, fun payoff following a pair of volumes focused on high tension. The expected test of herding dozens of soldiers into battle, coordinating defensive strategies across borders, and conducting a secret rescue operation brokers little room for emotional release. And yet, somehow, Lady Rozemyne rises to the challenge. This volume has just about everything: dynamic action scenes, dedicated backstories, secondary characters who make good on their promises, more worldbuilding notes, and a legion of witty banter that readers have surely been pining for.
But the best thing about the current volume isn't the anticipated payoff of Rozemyne's eagerness to charge into Ahrensbach territory and reclaim her buddy. What makes this volume so good is the thoroughness, comprehensiveness, and balance of Ehrenfest's war strategy. Rozemyne and Sylvester move the gewinnen pieces with intention and alacrity (Who informs which giebe for support? Who teleports where and when?), they enlist the strength of competent allies (Dunkelfelger is itching for a good fight; Lord Bonifatius wields a halberd), and they spread their knowledge as widely as possible (Defending the Central District won't be easy, but it can definitely be done.). It's not the action, so much as it is the coordination and the finesse. And then, after Rozemyne's operation to rescue Ferdinand from the clutches of a devious poison plot, the author treats readers to a sensational display of field generalship. "Lord of Evil," indeed.
The author packs a lot into this installment, but considering the narrative's urgency and the vast number of characters involved one understands why summaries (and ordonnanzes) occasionally replace explicit narration. Readers familiar with parallel-narrative books will be eternally grateful for how the author follows up on loose threads, hailed teammates, and rhetorical asides. For example, Lady Hannelore joins the battle and gets her hands dirty. The young woman is a great addition to the more immediate cast and provides meticulousness and grounding among Dunkelfelger's battle-hungry idiots and Ehrenfest's more strategic minds. And when Hannelore brings wolfaniels to the battlefield (wolf-dog feybeasts that attack just about anything), everyone quickly intuits she means business.
On the lore end of things, ASCENDANCE OF A BOOKWORM v29 finally provides unequivocal clarity on the history and mythos regarding the relationship between The Book of Mestionora, the Grutrissheit, and the underground archive. Readers received bits and pieces over the past three or four volumes, but an extended conversation, owed in part to Rozemyne now possessing wisdom via Erwaermen, draws a straight line from the first Zent through to the present (and every version, type, and style of "the book" in-between).
The result of these exchanges is a doubtlessly complex info dump, but it's much needed. On the one hand, this knowledge fills a few lingering plot holes, while on the other hand, the conversation feeds an important decision Rozemyne must make about her future; she has four options: (1) conquer Ahrensbach, but give it up after the war and return to the Sovereignty as a subordinate wife; (2) conquer Ahrensbach, and give it up after the war, but move to the Sovereignty to rule Yurgenschmidt as the Zent; (3) gift a version of the Grutrissheit to the royal family, retire to Ahrensbach, and never return to Ehrenfest; (4) gift a version of the Grutrissheit to the royal family, leave Ahrensbach after the war, and retire to Ehrenfest.
Oh wow! That was quite intense from start to finish.
The whole volume exudes this urgency so befitting of the current plot point. From the prologue, to the main story, to the epilogue, and the short stories—you can feel this tense atmosphere that you can't help but want to read more.
Rozemyne is presented with choices and you can see that Ferdinand is steering her to a particular choice that he, too, likes. We can slowly see their relationship progress too—evident with how Rozemyne'e retainers react to their actions every now and then. To be honest, I rather that than they be stuck with people who clearly will not respect them nor look at them as equals—even worse, attempt to kill them. In an ideal world, Dietlinde gets her comeuppance and Sigiswald will be knocked a knot or two down. (sigh)
I especially like the prologue and short stories this time. It shows the perspectives of the people closely related to Rozemyne. It's fun to read their circumstances and how they are navigating through the current unrest that is happening.
The short story about Ferdinand feels like a divulge of Ferdinand's emotions which are, for so long, a mystery to us all lol but ahhh, we finally get to see his thoughts on Ahrensbach, on Rozemyne, and on his relationship with Rozemyne. And I am here for it! I absolutely love this short story and I am very happy that it was the last chapter I read of this volume.
I can't wait to read more of what happens. This volume left me wanting more. It feels like I am with them—fighting that battle too, so I can't wait for them to emerge victorious. And for me to get to the victory part, I must read on. Thus, on to the next one!
Justus and Eckhart teleports to the Royal Academy to warn Ehrenfest, to their surprise Sylvester welcomes them quickly and informs them how Rozemyne already told them everything.
Rozemyne goes to war to save Ferdinand, stealing a duchy's foundation appears surprisingly easy as Ahrensbach isn't as protected as they anticipated. The reunion gets quite emotional for both of them, even though Ferdinand tries to keep a straight face as usual.
Now that Ferdinand is safe and Rozemyne dyed the foundation they only need to subdue Lanzenave, this brings them to a battle at sea where they use several blessings and rituals to break through the silver plates while shocking their allies from Dunkelfelger once again.
After the battle Ferdinand takes some time to negotiate with the new aub Ahrensbach about his living arrangements, it was pretty funny to read as their dreams are essentially the same with only minor differences.
There were a few scenes with characters reflecting on memories which made me sad realizing that we're getting close to the end. I'm not sure I'm ready to let go.
Anyways, this volume made me feel so much sympathy for both Georgine and Ferdinand. Georgine is a villainess with so much right to rage because of her neglectful parents and a misogynistic society. & Ferdinand is a robot because of his upbringing. I can see why Rozemyne is the perfect healing potion for all his childhood wounds.
The author wrote a lot more scenes now where there is "tension" (attraction) between the two which is fine, I guess. It still would've been better if they were a similar age (physically) since the beginning or a lot sooner.
I feel like this volume's strength is in fleshing out all the plethora of side characters.
This is the first book in the series that ever fell a bit flat for me. Every time a conflict was built up ahead of time, it was just kinda steamrolled pretty easily. Zero sense of consequence, sacrifice, or even that much effort. The side stories at the end just murdered any suspense for the next book too. Too many threats were defanged ahead of time.
Overall, I don’t enjoy feeling like the bad guys came up with the clever plan and managed to implement it, but the good guys get to just win because of an endless supply of luck and magical dues-ex-machina. Paired with the Georgina POV at the end, the big baddie has become the underdog and I kinda want to root for her to win now.
thrilling and amazing as always! Looking back on the books before, all the way t part 1 and 2, I also can't help but feel like ms Kazuki and/or the translator have really grown. there's more 'show' while it also maintains a nice amount of 'tell'. The plot and worldbuilding is as terrific as always of course. I loved reading about everyone's feelings and desires. The extra stories focussing on really nostalgic characters was so lovely to read and the chapter from Ferdinand's perspective, including flashbacks alluding to what is to come (or what has been, haha) was the cherry on top.
This series just keeps getting better and better with every book, honestly. Can't wait until the next one.
Every time I think I’ve found my favorite volume, another one gets translated and absolutely blows my mind.
The amount of subtext and nuances required to make this volume as “kick my feet” worthy as it is, is the kind that can literally only be achieved with the 30+ volumes of build up and world building that had been laid down prior.
The way we all KNOW the implications of his actions, and the way he obviously is doing it ON PURPOSE, And the way she clearly DOESN’T GET IT?!
This is the volume I have been eagerly awaiting since I read the web novel machine translations. My number one top tier favorite part of the story is when Rozemyne saves Ferdinand, and we get not only her POV but his in the final bonus story. There is still a lot of story left - four whole volumes to be exact - and more battles to win before it's over, but this will always be my favorite part.
An amazing volume finally allowing Rozemyne and Ferdinand to be reunited. A lot of build up from previous volumes and definitely worth it. Also seeing some of the backstory and reasoning for Georgine going against Ehrenfest finally fleshed out her character.
Another cliff hanger, just like many of the previous novels though does leave a sour taste though it only seems normal now considering the scales of each part.
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Fermai really paved the way, their communications make me wanna screammmm and we get Ferdinand pov, which none in Webnovel version.
Matthias my boy, u did a great jobbb. As always our gremlin myne has unexpected think to get away from the traps. Clearly she's not changed in the inside, meanwhile in the outside grow into such a goddesses beauty. DIDN'T FERDI SAY THAT SO MANY TIMES IN HIS POV
so much lore dump gotdam. lots of action and that's cool. but when rozemyne accomplishes her goal? we go from having a brief respite from the action to action completely grounding to a stop. which is something that happens in the book i guess. next volume's going to have more and the continuation and the conclusion of all this action so that's something to be excited for.
Best moment ever. When Mayn finally finds Ferdinand and saves him I cried. I so want him to see her memories of this moment. Ferdinand is the most important person in her world and that's obvious in this volume.
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Your heart will race the entire time you read this volume! Our beloved book gremlin and all she holds dear charge into a furious series of events. Nonstop excitement and a few great laughs carry you to the very last page!
I'm so over the moon. This volume had so much information. Rozemyne has truly outdone herself by saving Ferdinand. The battle isn't over. Rozemyne has truly been working hard to save her love ones. I don't think Georgine is going to expect any resistance.
Manas domas par Georginu mainījās, izlasot sadaļu par viņas pagātni, un uzzinot no kurienes ir radies viņas naids. Ļaunie stāstu tēli vienmēr kļūst labāki, ja viņiem piešķir cilvēcību.
Am I the only one who was screaming when the rescue finally happened?!!! No? Great, because the ship is now full speed ahead in my mind after that and the purge of Aransbach scenes. Read the book to help power the relationship with me.