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The Grand Game

Book 1 in the series:The Grand Game

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The Grand Game by Tom Elliot is a LitRPG novel that follows the journey of Michael, who wakes up in a dungeon with no memory of his past. As he navigates through this mysterious world filled with swords, magic, and dungeon exploration, Michael must level up, find a way out, and survive the challenges presented by the Forces of the universe. The story is gripping, with a well-defined magic system and a protagonist who is not overpowered but clever in his tactics. The writing style is engaging, the plot is intriguing, and the character development is consistent, making it a refreshing take on the LitRPG genre.

Despite facing a clearly stacked deck and playing under false pretenses, Michael manages to control his own destiny through persistence and imagination. The book offers a unique premise of being brought into a Dark vs Light video game world without memory of the previous life, setting it apart from other LitRPGs. The story is well-paced, with a focus on dungeon exploration, smart MC, and a nice plot that keeps readers hooked till the end.

Characters:

Characters are well-crafted and relatable, with the protagonist being particularly clever and engaging while facing challenges.

Writing/Prose:

The prose is engaging and well-structured, making it accessible for readers, though some gameplay elements may feel inconsistent.

Plot/Storyline:

The narrative follows a character's journey to escape a dungeon while unraveling their lost memories and facing various challenges in a game-like world.

Setting:

The setting is an immersive dungeon environment with a well-defined fantasy world, allowing for exploration and adventure.

Pacing:

Overall, the pacing is fast and engaging, though some parts may start slower than others.
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Notes:

The Grand Game is written by Tom Elliot, but the author also writes under the name Rohan M. Vider.
The main character, Michael, wakes up with no memory except for his name and must escape a dungeon.
The book combines elements of LitRPG with an intriguing plot and character development.
There are over five books in the series, with the sixth book releasing in March 2024.
Michael is described as a lone wolf and has interactions with other characters throughout the story.
The story features a game-like system where characters can choose classes and develop skills, although some readers find it arbitrary.
Many readers enjoyed the fast pacing and logical dialogue in the book.
The setting of The Grand Game includes a Dark versus Light theme and is more immersive than typical Earth-based systems.
While Michael isn't overpowered, his clever tactics help him overcome challenges.
The series has a focus on dungeon exploration and tactical combat, with a smart main character.

Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings

Content warnings include violence, themes of death and betrayal, and a dark atmosphere common in fantasy-driven plots.

From The Publisher:

One man. Assassin. Caster. A new world. And a Game that is as brutal as it is complex.

Michael finds himself in the realm of the Forever Kingdom, with no memory of how he got there and who he is. Even so, he must participate in the Grand Game and forge a new destiny for himself.

Dropped into a dungeon of monsters, and strange magics, would you survive in a Game where to lose means death?

Alone, and with little more than his wits to aid him, Michael must advance as a player, slay his foes, and gain experience. All while navigating the intrigues around him and discovering his purpose.

A world of Powers, Forces, and mysterious factions. A Game with endless opportunities for advancement and power.

Join Michael on his epic adventure as he deals with the Game's challenges, the machinations of the Powers, and the ambitions of his fellow players.

The start of an exciting new portal fantasy epic!

PRAISE FOR THE GRAND GAME:

"Interesting portal litrpg. Well-paced and the start of a new series. Curious to see where it goes..." - Tao Wong on goodreads.com.

"… Great action, great storyline and I honestly binge read it, start to end…" - Alex Kozlowski on goodreads.com.

"Smart MC. Great Tension. Full of Action." - CookieCrumble on RoyalRoad.com.

"Everything I look for in a LitRPG." - CosmereCradleChris on RoyalRoad.com

"Oh I liked this very much!" - The Enlightened Beard on amazon.com.

"One of the best in this category this year." - kindle customer on amazon.com.

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