Jul 4, 2024
This is an absolute masterpiece and it deserves my only review. I do not know how this novel could possibly have such a low rating on this site, but it may be due to the slow start of the novel. Yes, this novel does have a bit of a slow start, but it is quick to immerse you in the very mysterious world of LOTM. This novel has the best world-building and power system of any novel I have read.
Characters: 9.5/10
The characters are very realistic and their personalities are distinct. Cuttlefish writes them in a manner where they will stick with you and much
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of the side cast does grow. I do have some qualms about Klein's, the protagonist's, growth, or lack thereof, but overall I still believe he is an amazing protagonist and does grow in certain ways. I do, however, believe the antagonist ranks among the scariest and best written antagonist I have ever seen, including the likes of Johan or Friend. Whenever He is involved, there is simply tension that cannot be reproduced elsewhere.
Story and Plot: 10/10 Absolutely amazing. Each volume of the 9 in the main series is amazing and leaves you in suspense, dread, or bittersweet satisfaction. Plot-twist after plot-twist follows when you read the story and you are sucked into a vortex of trying to find out the mysteries of the world with Klein. Tragedies are quite abound in the world of LOTM, and Cuttlefish does not shy away from writing reasonable developments, even if it is against the reader's hopes.
World-building: ∞/10 The best world-building I have ever seen, at least for such a short series. The setting is very grand and the history is truly the most fleshed out of any work I have read before. You unravel deep mysteries and each time I have tried to theorize or think about past developments and problems in the world building and settings, they are answered in some way by Cuttlefish. The world is absolutely made for theorizing and its setting truly feels alive and dynamic. All of the elements of the world, including its power system and dynamics between characters are super well thought out and done to the point that I cannot think of any flaws or deficits.
Ending: 9/10 Probably the worst part of the novel since it was indeed quite rushed. I wish we could have more development and fleshed out description of the protagonist's state and have more fights with him at the end of the novel, or be able to see more of what he is capable of. It did feel quite rushed, however the true ending of the novel is very brilliantly crafted and the end itself I have no qualms about, especially with its sequel being written.
Overall: 10/10 Definitely read, please read this novel is amazing. I cannot describes its greatness and make sure to savor it. I wish I could forget the novel so I could reread it.
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