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Phase Shift #4
Overload: Phase Shift 4
How can one man fight the entire Shift, even if that man is the most powerful warrior anyone on Earth has seen?
With the liberation of Chicago, Troias' new County gained a measure of security and prosperity it's never experienced before. That prosperity brings problems, though, in the form of warlike neighbors, potential allies, and new monsters. Everyone and everything demands Troias' time and attention, including the new President of the United States.
The Shift upsurge brought a new level of danger, and Troias has to meet it with his Facets and his blade, but how can he do that when his most powerful weapon might be slowly killing him?
Troias has to choose between conquest and diplomacy, between keeping control and having faith in those around him, and between protecting himself and safeguarding his people. None of his choices are good ones, and if he chooses wrong, he could unleash new horrors on the world...or even start a second Shift!
With the liberation of Chicago, Troias' new County gained a measure of security and prosperity it's never experienced before. That prosperity brings problems, though, in the form of warlike neighbors, potential allies, and new monsters. Everyone and everything demands Troias' time and attention, including the new President of the United States.
The Shift upsurge brought a new level of danger, and Troias has to meet it with his Facets and his blade, but how can he do that when his most powerful weapon might be slowly killing him?
Troias has to choose between conquest and diplomacy, between keeping control and having faith in those around him, and between protecting himself and safeguarding his people. None of his choices are good ones, and if he chooses wrong, he could unleash new horrors on the world...or even start a second Shift!
- GenresFantasy
761 pages, Paperback
Published December 5, 2021
91 people are currently reading
22 people want to read
About the author
Kyle Johnson
31 books52 followersKyle Johnson is a kids gymnastics and martial arts instructor who teaches outside of Chicago. He's worked on cruise ships, traveled the world, climbed glaciers, ziplined between mountains, and even danced in the end of a rainbow.
Currently, his main hobbies include helping his wife raise their two kids, because after that, who's got time for hobbies?
Currently, his main hobbies include helping his wife raise their two kids, because after that, who's got time for hobbies?
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February 1, 2022
Exciting twists and turns but deadly threats are always close by in the Shift
Troias actions have accelerated the Shift and caused a lot of others to fear him and his people. They see him inexorably crush every threat or challenge as he grows his county. Taking on city Omegas that they couldn’t dream of beating with all their people together. Troias just wants to safeguard his people and as many humans as he can. He’s strong enough to not care about their opinions but he is honorable enough to give them a chance until his moral line.
Don’t cross that or him or his people. Is also recommend leaving his dog Max alone, he’d probably eat them.
Seemingly the only thriving society in North America, Troias and his people have to think of what is best for humanity as they watch leader after leader fail to provide food, protection, and more for their people.
Meanwhile the world only becomes more dangerous, oh and wait until the ending to see … more of what’s coming!
Troias actions have accelerated the Shift and caused a lot of others to fear him and his people. They see him inexorably crush every threat or challenge as he grows his county. Taking on city Omegas that they couldn’t dream of beating with all their people together. Troias just wants to safeguard his people and as many humans as he can. He’s strong enough to not care about their opinions but he is honorable enough to give them a chance until his moral line.
Don’t cross that or him or his people. Is also recommend leaving his dog Max alone, he’d probably eat them.
Seemingly the only thriving society in North America, Troias and his people have to think of what is best for humanity as they watch leader after leader fail to provide food, protection, and more for their people.
Meanwhile the world only becomes more dangerous, oh and wait until the ending to see … more of what’s coming!
February 2, 2022
KU Review
“This was a fun book. I am glad that I read it. You should try it too.”
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. I hate trying to define my enjoyment and describe facets of it that would appeal to someone else. It is simply not my style. But for the sake of those fishing for clues:
Character development: good
Game elements: minimal
Harem elements: none
Summary: super fun series. I love the inclusion of local myths and legends.
I will happily discuss the book with you on Goodreads if you are so inclined. As always, I am open to debates and arguments, but also vain enough to seek acknowledgement, so feel free to roast me or applaud my efforts. Either is acceptable, because if you are paying attention to me then you are at least considering the book. And THAT my friends is exactly why you see my comments here.
Cheers
“This was a fun book. I am glad that I read it. You should try it too.”
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. I hate trying to define my enjoyment and describe facets of it that would appeal to someone else. It is simply not my style. But for the sake of those fishing for clues:
Character development: good
Game elements: minimal
Harem elements: none
Summary: super fun series. I love the inclusion of local myths and legends.
I will happily discuss the book with you on Goodreads if you are so inclined. As always, I am open to debates and arguments, but also vain enough to seek acknowledgement, so feel free to roast me or applaud my efforts. Either is acceptable, because if you are paying attention to me then you are at least considering the book. And THAT my friends is exactly why you see my comments here.
Cheers
December 23, 2021
Outstanding Series
This story of the System taking over and an ex MMA adapting to it to thrive was Fantastic. I really like that the guides were animal spirits, instead of the bleeping fairies (Sookie}. I didn’t enjoy the stupid dragon at the end and hope he doesn’t dominate the next book. Great Reading regardless.
This story of the System taking over and an ex MMA adapting to it to thrive was Fantastic. I really like that the guides were animal spirits, instead of the bleeping fairies (Sookie}. I didn’t enjoy the stupid dragon at the end and hope he doesn’t dominate the next book. Great Reading regardless.
January 2, 2022
A good book.
This is a very good book and I wanted to give it more stars but I can't. You see it has some issues.
First it has profanity. Not a lot but it does have it. So it lost a star for that.
Second it has nudity. In past books the author had skated the line of what I will except. This time he crossed the line. so he lost another star.
This is a very good book and I wanted to give it more stars but I can't. You see it has some issues.
First it has profanity. Not a lot but it does have it. So it lost a star for that.
Second it has nudity. In past books the author had skated the line of what I will except. This time he crossed the line. so he lost another star.
February 7, 2022
OUTSTANDING!!!
I love the wit and good logical thinking in most chapters. The action is very good and the interpersonal communication is great. Sometimes some of the conflict goes a little long, but we’ll worth it. The exchange of explaining what is happening is refreshing and very needed in most books, and this one has it all… please keep it up!
I love the wit and good logical thinking in most chapters. The action is very good and the interpersonal communication is great. Sometimes some of the conflict goes a little long, but we’ll worth it. The exchange of explaining what is happening is refreshing and very needed in most books, and this one has it all… please keep it up!
February 11, 2022
Grew on me!
This series has grown to be one of my all times favorites. The continuation of each book has been on point! The main characters are unique and each has they’re own struggles. It’ll be good for the author to branch out and make a whole universe of the “phase shift” with the system he has in place. Can’t wait till the final!
This series has grown to be one of my all times favorites. The continuation of each book has been on point! The main characters are unique and each has they’re own struggles. It’ll be good for the author to branch out and make a whole universe of the “phase shift” with the system he has in place. Can’t wait till the final!
March 12, 2022
Outstanding!
Kyle Johnson is writing a series that is captivating, energizing, plays with values/ethics, and the tension evident with power.
Would that “real” people would recognize the tight rope that exists when people get power without advisors to balance.
The fictional read is great and keeps moving well.
Kyle Johnson is writing a series that is captivating, energizing, plays with values/ethics, and the tension evident with power.
Would that “real” people would recognize the tight rope that exists when people get power without advisors to balance.
The fictional read is great and keeps moving well.
May 10, 2022
Overall I liked this one better than book 3. Trois has hoisted aboard that he needs to be ruthless with people who fuck with him, and he drops the gloves here in a big way toward the end. Next book is the last one, and that sounds right to me, as I see one more major arc for this story. We'll see how far up the chain Troias goes in book 5.
December 14, 2021
Awesome
This is how System Apocalypse should be written. A unique and interesting system, strong characters, and a deeply laid plot.
I am eager to see what the next book has in store.
Also, Max is awesome and should find female companion.
This is how System Apocalypse should be written. A unique and interesting system, strong characters, and a deeply laid plot.
I am eager to see what the next book has in store.
Also, Max is awesome and should find female companion.
December 19, 2021
Author does a really good job
All the characters continue to grow in each book of the series. Always forward movement on the plot line. He is growing as an author and I am glad to along for the ride!
All the characters continue to grow in each book of the series. Always forward movement on the plot line. He is growing as an author and I am glad to along for the ride!
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December 30, 2021The saga continues. Another impressive edition that forwards the plot quickly and expands the scope significantly.
the handling of antagonist a bit different than normal and I loved it. Didn't really see the twist at the end and the climax coming at all.
Loved it!
the handling of antagonist a bit different than normal and I loved it. Didn't really see the twist at the end and the climax coming at all.
Loved it!
April 6, 2022
Very good series
This is a well written and somewhat original series of books, and I am looking forward to the next book. Good characterizations, well written action scenes, and an intriguing story line. I recommend this to anyone that enjoys this genre.
This is a well written and somewhat original series of books, and I am looking forward to the next book. Good characterizations, well written action scenes, and an intriguing story line. I recommend this to anyone that enjoys this genre.
December 14, 2021
Epic
This book was more than expected and definitely delivered an epic tale. Can’t wait for book five. Summer of 2022
This book was more than expected and definitely delivered an epic tale. Can’t wait for book five. Summer of 2022
December 19, 2021
Love this series
I am saddened to hear there is only one book left in the series to come out, but all good things come to an end.
I am saddened to hear there is only one book left in the series to come out, but all good things come to an end.
January 2, 2022
Great next
Followed the story progression. I like that MC can’t just be all powerful all time but spurts. And between spurts he is getting handled some.
Followed the story progression. I like that MC can’t just be all powerful all time but spurts. And between spurts he is getting handled some.
January 14, 2022
This book, like this series is fantastic. I stayed up till nearly 2 am to finish this book as I couldn't put it down.
January 28, 2022
Great read
I enjoyed reading this book very much and I recommend this book to anyone who like LitRPG and progression type of books with lots of action.
I enjoyed reading this book very much and I recommend this book to anyone who like LitRPG and progression type of books with lots of action.
February 1, 2022
good
Overall, a great evolution of the story. Better than many in the genre. If food, it would be a great local place.
Overall, a great evolution of the story. Better than many in the genre. If food, it would be a great local place.
February 20, 2022
Do not mess with Troias
This book took the story leaps and bounds into the stratosphere. Best book in the series. Love this authors work and this story is captivating.
This book took the story leaps and bounds into the stratosphere. Best book in the series. Love this authors work and this story is captivating.
June 15, 2023
Wow
Well, this one really stepped things up. It went from mid range power story to a top tier power story so quick. Interested to see what comes next.
Well, this one really stepped things up. It went from mid range power story to a top tier power story so quick. Interested to see what comes next.
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