While I only have one LiTRPG novel under my belt, I plan on doing more. Everyone has their favourite in the genre and usually, it tends to be Dungeon Crawler Carl. I love that series, but they are not my favourites. Mine is the above title, by David J Bushman. As many know, science fiction will always be close to my heart and when I knew this title was on the way, I was eagerly awaiting it. Why? Because David was trying something new. Not a LiTRPG, but a LiTFPS.
I grew up loving First Person Shooters and having one in novel form was exciting to me. Coupled with the fact that it was science fiction was a real draw. So how was it?
On his way back from getting a sandwich, Cameron exchanges a free coupon with a hobo for a 'wishing stone.' This leads to him inadvertently setting off a chain of events that sends the world to shit. The next thing he knows, he's fighting in a war against an alien invasion to prevent the extinction of the human race.
Sweet.
Boasting a cool cover by Stephen Landry, the book was an awesome story and I flew through it, which is always a good sign. But, as you've probably guessed, I listened to the audiobook.
Respect to David for getting a top-notch narrating duo for the audiobook. Daniel Wisniewski and Jessica Threet absolutely knock it out of the park with their performances, particularly Daniel as Cameron's companion throughout the story. At fourteen hours and thirty minutes long, the audiobook is plenty of bang for your buck, especially for those who enjoy a long listen.
David has told me he is working on book two and I can't wait for it. For those looking for a good read or listen, I suggest checking this one out. It's a great start in what hopefully becomes an equally great series.
Find it on Amazon here for US readers,
and here for UK readers.
Thank you so much man! Stuff like this gives me so much motivation!
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