Book 4) - Shadows of the Great Forest - Epic LitRPG (Realm of Arkon

This book is 100% Max and friends. No Krian/Roman. If you have a problem with that, don't bother buying the book.

That said, it is of the same quality and adventurous spirit as the other books.

If you liked the previous books that had Max's POV, buy this book. If not, don't.

There are a few grammar errors, nothing too bad though.

The story continues, just as good if not better. The point of view is from Max and what is happening in the "above" world. Only bad part is we have to keep waiting for the next book to find out what's happening with Roman.
Some minor issues with editing that could have used another quick fix but takes nothing away from the book.

I really enjoyed this installment of the Realm of Arkon. Even though the main character, Krian, wasn't in the book, the secondary character(s) moved the plot line a lot and provided a ton of back ground information on the world. I still think this is one of the top series in this new genre!

At first I was bummed that this book followed Max's story but I was wrong. It fits perfectly and is a great build up to the next book. At the end I was only disappointed that I now have to wait for the next translation. I think the author has written 6 books with this being the 4th translated.

There was one or two grammar/spelling mistakes but hardly noticeable.

5 stars.

Another good story , well worth your time . For me there was a little too much time describing the area and atmosphere but , not a bad thing at all . Definitely a story that can be enjoyed more than once .

It would seem we’ve been following the wrong character in previous books. Max is “THE” perfect character, every step the right one, every decision perfect, Heck, why follow Roman as he stumbles through the game, Max makes it all look easy, surpassing everything Roman has accomplished over multiple books, in one book.

We’ve been reading about the wrong character.

Kinda cheapens the efforts of others.

Hi all, series' translator here again. I haven't written a review since book 1, but I feel compelled to "stick up" for book 4. I suspected that some fans would be upset by Krian not figuring in this book at all, but I propose we judge the book on its own merit. And in that respect, I feel it's every bit as good as book three.

This was needed, as Max's storyline really isn't minor or secondary anymore (as you find out towards the end of the book), and the two storylines were in need of syncing in terms of timeline. There are some real twists here as well, and I personally really enjoyed the bond and camaraderie being forged between these characters. And the ending sequence is as epic as anything Krian has done, IMHO.

Remember all, this isn't Ned Stark being beheaded :) Oh, and a ton of people griped about that, but ASOIAF only got better from there. Besides, I promise there'll be a lot of Krian in book 5. I also promise you'll have book 5 on your Kindles by June. (I know my track record hasn't been the best in that regard, but I have every intention to make up for past delays.)

Happy reading!

This story focuses on Max, as his friendship with Krian (Roman) starts to have more of an impact on his life in the ‘game’ and those around him, even though they are on different planes. It is great to see that he has a similar determination to do what is right! And, without quite the same level of rage.

I also like that Max said he doesn’t care if his friend is technically a demon in the game, as he figures he will still be the same person regardless of outward appearance. That is true friendship. :)

Hopefully, once he and Krian meet back up, he’ll be able to help his friend stay on a more even keel and not let his anger blind him.