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Strong, Capable Female Lead In Gripping Post-Apocalyptic Novel

Full transparency, I'm just 10 chapters in. I love Post apocalypse stories with strong female leads. I especially appreciate when the author is able to make the survival aspects feel real. Willow is full of those moments. In fact, arguably, Willow's intense survivalist skills are what she uses to insulate her heart from the significant losses she's endured. She carries her past with her, saves a stranger, and begins a journey that in some ways is against her better judgement. She proceeds with the realisation that she really has nothing else. There's a balance between action and calm. Moments around a fire where conversations drift timidly. So far, I appreciate the balance between sheer grimness and hope. Good read, I recommend it.

Post-Apocalypse Story With A Unique Creeping Dread

Full disclosure I'm only 10 chapters into the story. (It's on-going). I'm a huge fan of post-apocalypse fare with strong female leads, be it zombies, after the bombs, etc. This story has a mystery slowly unravelling that emanates from the past and either threatens the protagonist in the present, or (???). The story is improving as it goes. The OFC is strong, smart, emotionally immature due to her circumstances growing up, and yet steeped in the darkness of being too aware and sensing that something is amiss. There has been a recent introduction of a male character - Antagonist? Future friend? More?? I don't know, but the tension building around him is delicious! Highly recommend.

Brilliant Dark Psychological Thriller

I binged this story. This is one of those books that is challenging to review because you don't want to reveal anything. The writer skilfully creates a unique dread that continues to metastasise as the story develops. The characters are well-hewn and revealed skilfully and painfully. This story explores the deeper horror of what people can truly be. The real monsters. The shadows that have touched most of us, either personally, or others close to us. Escape is not clean, and what remains after survival? There is a 2nd book which I plan to read. I will say, this is dark, and not for the faint-hearted. Highly recommend.

Brilliantly written LitRPG MC + Dog

This is my first litRPG story that I've committed to reading. The dog drew my in, and I'm not disappointed. The prose is modern and delivered with such a flat eerie affect that I feel chilled. And not surprised when the world spins out of control. I'm a few chapters in, but it's gripping. Slowly the MC's character is revealing itself: in part as he interacts with the artifice of his torment, and more understandably, as he reacts to the potential loss of his canine best friend. So far the LitRPG aspects are clear to me (despite being new to the genre). There are spikes of humour as well, which adds to the crafted emotional pacing the author maintains. And did I mention there's a hammer? Yeah. Plenty of action, too, of course! I'm excited to see where the story goes, an' I highly recommend!

Intense Literary-Horror-Thriller!!! A true page-turner!!!

I'm so glad I stumbled across this story. The prose, characterisations and pacing are excellent. The author sets the scene believably. So miserably desolate. Almost as desolate as the monstrous characters themselves... I love claustrophobic settings where the characters slowly reveal themselves... I can't really say more without spilling details. Highly recommend!

Quick Satisfying Read With a Strong Female Protagonist

This is a great, quick read. Well written suspense/thriller with a frightening antagonist and a strong female lead. The setting is marvellously bleak - the captor's cabin in the snow acts as beastly as he does. I took away one star for plot only because I found one chapter confusing. However, the actual overall arc of the story is great. This story functions almost like a one-room play, where every breath is a roar and every thought a requiem. Yes, claustrophobic and horrifying... A great read!

Dark & Fascinating Science Fiction Tale

I found this fairly painful to read in the best possible way. This story embodies dark as I traditionally think of it: exploring the monstrous nature of humanity turned inward until you wonder if maybe you could be just as bad... The story is written with an economy of prose which I admire. It suits the story, and the protagonist's confusion and slow acclimation to his new reality. Excellent 1st chapter/hook. Good pacing throughout.

Charming tale that warms the heart

This a lovely read that warms the heart. Unlike most stories with the word 'PET', this is not a kink-fest. [Now, don't misunderstand me. I'm not opposed to a kink-fest] But sometimes innocence can be it's own reward. And the story still has its spicy moments. Like bath time. I found the characterisations especially endearing. The MFC's emotional arc seemed a little nonsensical at one point, but not enough to make me stop reading. This story lives in the main characters' love connection. Enjoy.

Lovely Slow Burn Lycan Dark Romance With A Fiery Female Lead

Story is well written with an engaging plot, and a strong female lead who is a worthy adversary/dark love interest for the Lycan prince.

Unique Female Heroine~

My previous review got axed with my page, So I'm rewriting it. This is a fun romp with an intriguing female protagonist who sometimes waxes romantic in the language of science. A brilliant and fun twist. There is a nice balance between the despair of medieval life, the shocking revelations of medieval clothing. Dare I say HOSE? Spiciness, love, attraction and humour. My first Isekai story. And the author broke me in beautifully...