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Azarinth Healer

8/10

Rhaegar

LitRPG, GameLit, Fantasy, Progression Fantasy, Progression

The Story

Ilea likes punching things. And eating.

Unfortunately, there aren’t too many career options for hungry brawlers. Instead, the plan is to quit her crappy fast-food job, go to college, and become a fully functioning member of society. Essentially—a fate worse than death.

So maybe it's lucky that she wakes up one day in a strange world where a bunch of fantasy monsters are trying to kill her?

On the bright side, "killing those monsters right back" is now a viable career path! For she soon discovers her new home runs on a set of game-like rules that will allow her to punch things harder than in her wildest dreams. Well, maybe not her wildest dreams, but it’s close.

With no quest to follow, no guide to show her the way, and no real desire to be a Hero—Ilea embarks on a journey to discover a world full of magic. Magic she can use to fight even bigger monsters.

She’s struggling to survive, has no idea what will happen next, and is loving every minute of it. Except, and sometimes also, when she’s poisoned and/or has set herself on fire. It’s complicated.

Listen to the story that took Royal Road by storm with more than 60 million views and counting.

Firstly, you get A lot of bang for your credit with this one. At 25 hours long, if you really want to get your teeth into something with a lot of meat, then this is the book for you. A LitRPG with a female MC, narrated by Andrea Parsneau this really is tier 1 gamelit. The story follows the life of Ilea, a young woman with a troubled past who suddenly finds herself in a magical world brimming with danger. After awakening a unique healing ability (always good), Ilea embarks on a quest to explore her newfound powers and navigate the treacherous landscapes of this new world. There are plenty of people, both good and bad and a handful of separate story arcs – which for me is where it loses some marks. I know that a lot of people want multiple stories that intertwine in new and complex ways, but to me this meant that as my attention wandered, I was quickly lost in the story and had no idea what was happening or where we were. (It’s not such a bad thing to have a gripe with though, is it?). The world is rich and diverse, infused with intricate details, unique magic systems, and fascinating lore. From vast and perilous dungeons to lush forests teeming with mythical creatures, each setting really does feel alive and vibrant. The author's attention to detail creates a vivid and tangible backdrop for the story, enhancing the overall reading experience. The action sequences in Azarinth Healer are intense, fast-paced, and expertly choreographed. Whether it's battling fearsome monsters or engaging with deadly elves, Rhaegar's vivid descriptions and precise writing style make the action scenes come alive, keeping me on the edge of my seat, and having said that I quickly became lost, when a battle scene arrived I knew exactly who I was rooting for. The strategic nature of the LitRPG elements adds an additional layer of excitement, as Ilea gains experience, levels up, and learns new skills to enhance her healing abilities. I quite liked that the MC was portrayed as an unfeeling monster, cocky almost. It would be exactly how someone would act if they felt no pain, but also managed to best their opponents even when they’re much higher levels. The character development in Azarinth Healer though is a definite highlight. Ilea faces numerous challenges, both physical and emotional, and her growth as a character is palpable, and I did find myself rooting for her every step of the way. The supporting cast is also well-developed, with each character bringing their unique personality and motivations to the story. Without a doubt the strengths of Azarinth Healer make it a worthwhile addition to any fantasy enthusiast's bookshelf. Storyline: 7/10 Character Depth: 8/10 Narration: 9/10

My Review

Firstly, you get A lot of bang for your credit with this one. At 25 hours long, if you really want to get your teeth into something with a lot of meat, then this is the book for you. A LitRPG with a female MC, narrated by Andrea Parsneau this really is tier 1 gamelit.

The story follows the life of Ilea, a young woman with a troubled past who suddenly finds herself in a magical world brimming with danger. After awakening a unique healing ability (always good), Ilea embarks on a quest to explore her newfound powers and navigate the treacherous landscapes of this new world. There are plenty of people, both good and bad and a handful of separate story arcs – which for me is where it loses some marks.
I know that a lot of people want multiple stories that intertwine in new and complex ways, but to me this meant that as my attention wandered, I was quickly lost in the story and had no idea what was happening or where we were. (It’s not such a bad thing to have a gripe with though, is it?).

The world is rich and diverse, infused with intricate details, unique magic systems, and fascinating lore. From vast and perilous dungeons to lush forests teeming with mythical creatures, each setting really does feel alive and vibrant. The author's attention to detail creates a vivid and tangible backdrop for the story, enhancing the overall reading experience.

The action sequences in Azarinth Healer are intense, fast-paced, and expertly choreographed. Whether it's battling fearsome monsters or engaging with deadly elves, Rhaegar's vivid descriptions and precise writing style make the action scenes come alive, keeping me on the edge of my seat, and having said that I quickly became lost, when a battle scene arrived I knew exactly who I was rooting for. The strategic nature of the LitRPG elements adds an additional layer of excitement, as Ilea gains experience, levels up, and learns new skills to enhance her healing abilities.

I quite liked that the MC was portrayed as an unfeeling monster, cocky almost. It would be exactly how someone would act if they felt no pain, but also managed to best their opponents even when they’re much higher levels.

The character development in Azarinth Healer though is a definite highlight. Ilea faces numerous challenges, both physical and emotional, and her growth as a character is palpable, and I did find myself rooting for her every step of the way. The supporting cast is also well-developed, with each character bringing their unique personality and motivations to the story.

Without a doubt the strengths of Azarinth Healer make it a worthwhile addition to any fantasy enthusiast's bookshelf.

Storyline: 7/10
Character Depth: 8/10
Narration: 9/10

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David Lingard is an author of LitRPG, Gamelit, Progression Fantasy, Sci-Fi and Historical Fiction Books

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