
Awaken Online by Travis Bagwell is a LitRPG novel that follows the story of Jason, a high school student facing challenges in his real life. As he enters the virtual reality game Awaken Online, he is taken on a dark path that blurs the lines between hero and villain. The book interweaves two storylines - one focusing on the development of the game and the other following Jason's journey within it, showcasing a complex plot that keeps readers guessing. The writing style delves into technical aspects of the game, character stats, and immersive gaming experiences, appealing to a gamer audience.
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Content warnings include graphic violence, dark themes, and vulgar language, making it unsuitable for younger readers.
Has Romance?
There is some romance present in Catharsis, but it is not the primary focus of the story.
From The Publisher:
Jason logs into Awaken Online fed-up with reality. He's in desperate need of an escape, and this game is his ticket to finally feeling the type of power and freedom that are so sorely lacking in his real life.
Ratings (58)
Incredible (5) | |
Loved It (15) | |
Liked It (18) | |
It Was OK (10) | |
Did Not Like (8) | |
Hated It (2) |
Reader Stats (84):
Read It (55) | |
Currently Reading (6) | |
Want To Read (14) | |
Did Not Finish (2) | |
Not Interested (7) |
2 comment(s)
(3.5 stars) listened to audiobook w/hubby
Enjoyed the in-game parts , and most of the background. I’ve read some/most of the sequels, and were ok too.
The MC has uncaring parents, dives into a futuristic game managed by an advanced AI.
The outside game plot/characters were not well developed, predictable and umm, shallow?
In-game, not too bad, enough intrigue and resourcefulness from the MC to keep it interesting.
About the Author:
I live in Austin, Texas with my wife and our three dogs. I'm an attorney by day and an avid video game enthusiast by night. Writing fiction had been a secret dream of mine for a while.
However, between school and work, that dream seemed impossible to squeeze in. A couple of years ago, I had a bit more time on my hands and I finally decided to put my nerdy interests to work by trying my hand at writing science fiction and fantasy.
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