Has it been a month already?

So we always put out a calling for anyone that wants to volunteer for various groups on site to let us know. This past month we had @W_L answer that call and joined up with our Review Team. So let's check out his first entry!

The Case of the Short, Short Prince
by Geron Kees

Reviewer: W_L
Status: Complete
Word Count: 372,908

For a serious person, it offers an escape into a magical world where you can get lost in the adventure plots. Its spiraling plots and characters reminded me of Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim or Dragon Age, furthering my escape into this world of fantasy.

Above the quaint nostalgia, the story inspires with its well-paced fantasy plot, I think what kept me reading was the introduction of new fantasy elements throughout the tale. Despite new magical tools and new backstories that are integrated with the plot, Geron Kees did not overwhelm readers with exposition which is a hallmark of the fantasy genre.

The other benefit in Geron Kees' writing style is that the romance has already been established with Jamie and Garvin at the start, so we don't have to spend time getting to the gay lovers' stuff. Reducing need for romance development saved room for plot pacing.

I found the story captivating and engaging with its fantasy premise. Fighting magical creatures, going on side-quests, and meeting new characters were seamless. While some plot elements are not original for fantasy readers, i.e. magic rings and nether realms, it is a well-written story with various threads tying together. 

I recommend this story for those seeking a fun fantasy story that is fun with its plots and engages readers with its concepts.

Category: Fiction  Genres:  Fantasy, Action/Adventure, Science Fiction  Sub-genres: Adventure, General Fantasy, Soft Sci-Fi, Action Fiction, Science Fantasy, Sword and Planet  Tags:  teen, aliens, mages, magic, sorcery, wizards, gay, coming of age  Rating:  Everyone