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Gus, a paranormal detective known as the Boogieman, is tasked with preventing a paranormal terrorist group from exposing the supernatural world to humans. The story unfolds with a mix of action, magic, and intriguing characters, leading to a global conspiracy involving various supernatural beings and a high-stakes showdown. The writing style is described as dynamic, detailed, and refreshing, with well-developed female characters, a grounded plot, and a protagonist who is not all-powerful.
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'Portal to Nova Roma' by J.R. Mathews is a blend of science fiction and fantasy genres, following the journey of an AI that creates a human body and ventures into an alternate universe where magic is real. The story revolves around the challenges faced by the AI as it learns to be human and navigates through a new system of leveling up. The plot is action-packed, involving elements like rebuilding from scratch, overcoming obstacles, and character growth. The writing style is engaging, with a focus on world-building and character development, providing a fresh take on the fantasy genre.
Our ship was fully stocked, laden down with orichalcum ore and enough food and water to feed 125 legionnaires and the twenty-five sailors who manned the ship for us. My leaders—Ryld, the head of my da... - #12
'Azarinth Healer' by Rhaegar follows the thrilling journey of Ilea, a combat healer who transforms from a nobody to a formidable force in the world she is transported to. The plot revolves around Ilea's progression through intense combat scenarios, uncovering unique skills and classes, and forming meaningful relationships with other characters. The writing style is praised for its engaging storytelling, well-developed characters, and immersive world-building. is described as a LitRPG novel with a focus on action-packed adventures and character growth, offering a refreshing take on the healer warrior concept.
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The Wandering Inn is a slow-paced fantasy novel with a unique twist of characters from our world being teleported to a fantasy world filled with monsters and different races. The story is a mix of light humor and grim tragedy, exploring themes of loss, friendship, and personal growth. The writing style is described as somewhat grounded, with a well-developed world and memorable characters that evolve throughout the series.
After a few minutes, the traveler sat back up. No, not a traveler. She hadn’t intended to travel anywhere tonight. The young woman frowned as she rubbed at her face. She’d been going to the bathroom a...