Scan barcode
steve_pagechewing's review
4.0
I received a digital copy of this book from the author for an honest review. I also purchased a paper copy on my own to support the author.
Review on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fGPF0fwobIw&t
What I Liked:
The characters were likable and fun. Their banter back and fourth was hilarious and genuine.
The environments are described very well. You always know where you are in a village or in a forest, you always feel as though you're in the world with the characters. The way the environments are described reminded me of walking through a village in an MMO or an RPG like Skyrim.
The villain's are great and the backstory was intriguing. I want to know more about them.
The action scenes are well done.
There are some flashbacks that are well timed and well done.
The is enough lore given to you for you to enjoy the story, but not so much that it's a ton of bricks and you are overwhelmed. That said, I'm looking forward to the rest of this series to learn more about this world.
Anticipation and that feeling of imminent doom is well done.
What I Didn't Like:
Being a reader that enjoys characters, I would have liked a little more character moments and back story.
A few times the characters say one thing but shortly thereafter do another.
Final Thoughts and Rating:
This is a great first entry for a fantasy series, and a debut for the author. It's long enough that you get a good story but not too long that it takes a lot of time to read. I feel invested in the characters, lore and world enough that I want to come back to this world and know what happens next. There are some hilarious moments between the characters. It does a good job of going from a heartfelt moment, to action and gore without feeling abrupt. Although I would have liked more character moments, with a book this long and the story I received it's not a huge problem. If you're into fantasy it's definitely a book to check into and keep an eye on this series.
Rating: 4 flicking eye flesh out of a spoon like a grape out of 5
Review on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fGPF0fwobIw&t
What I Liked:
The characters were likable and fun. Their banter back and fourth was hilarious and genuine.
The environments are described very well. You always know where you are in a village or in a forest, you always feel as though you're in the world with the characters. The way the environments are described reminded me of walking through a village in an MMO or an RPG like Skyrim.
The villain's are great and the backstory was intriguing. I want to know more about them.
The action scenes are well done.
There are some flashbacks that are well timed and well done.
The is enough lore given to you for you to enjoy the story, but not so much that it's a ton of bricks and you are overwhelmed. That said, I'm looking forward to the rest of this series to learn more about this world.
Anticipation and that feeling of imminent doom is well done.
What I Didn't Like:
Being a reader that enjoys characters, I would have liked a little more character moments and back story.
A few times the characters say one thing but shortly thereafter do another.
Final Thoughts and Rating:
This is a great first entry for a fantasy series, and a debut for the author. It's long enough that you get a good story but not too long that it takes a lot of time to read. I feel invested in the characters, lore and world enough that I want to come back to this world and know what happens next. There are some hilarious moments between the characters. It does a good job of going from a heartfelt moment, to action and gore without feeling abrupt. Although I would have liked more character moments, with a book this long and the story I received it's not a huge problem. If you're into fantasy it's definitely a book to check into and keep an eye on this series.
Rating: 4 flicking eye flesh out of a spoon like a grape out of 5
slavicreader's review
4.0
First off, I'd like to thank the author for providing me with an e-arc of this novel, in exchange for a honest review.
Red Harvest Moon is an action-packed and fast-paced story about two bandits, who set out to save a village from invading monsters. The story is filled with humour that often breaks up the frequent fighting sequences. Although I have not read anything by Miles Hurt before, upon finishing the first chapter, I knew right away that this wasn't his first written piece of work. The story has a flow to it, and the writing has a distinct style to it. It was a very fun and quick read!
My favourite aspect of the story had to be the lore and geography. I'm a sucker for world-building so hearing local tales and stories was really enticing for me. I only wish there was more of it, though I'm sure things were saved for the next books in the series. I also liked seeing the differences between the cultures of the different nations. The e-arc did not include a map, but I would love to see one eventually.
If you are in the mood for something shorter but with some substance still - enough that you could read it as a stand-alone - then I recommend reading Red Moon Harvest. The story arc is solid and it doesn't feel like one of those stories that ends so abruptly that you feel forced to buy the sequel - which can sometimes deter me from doing so. It feels a lot more organic. In addition it's a good induction to the author's work.
Red Harvest Moon is an action-packed and fast-paced story about two bandits, who set out to save a village from invading monsters. The story is filled with humour that often breaks up the frequent fighting sequences. Although I have not read anything by Miles Hurt before, upon finishing the first chapter, I knew right away that this wasn't his first written piece of work. The story has a flow to it, and the writing has a distinct style to it. It was a very fun and quick read!
My favourite aspect of the story had to be the lore and geography. I'm a sucker for world-building so hearing local tales and stories was really enticing for me. I only wish there was more of it, though I'm sure things were saved for the next books in the series. I also liked seeing the differences between the cultures of the different nations. The e-arc did not include a map, but I would love to see one eventually.
If you are in the mood for something shorter but with some substance still - enough that you could read it as a stand-alone - then I recommend reading Red Moon Harvest. The story arc is solid and it doesn't feel like one of those stories that ends so abruptly that you feel forced to buy the sequel - which can sometimes deter me from doing so. It feels a lot more organic. In addition it's a good induction to the author's work.
ceskykure's review
3.0
CAWPILE SCORE
C-5
A-7
W-7
P-7
I-6
L-7
E-6
TOTAL-6.43/10
This was a fun book to read centered around Ren and Crimp.
the Book takes place over 2-3 days. Red and Crimp vary back and forth about what they are going to do. I appreciated Ren's backstory and thought it was good. Krond beating the spell caster was a little too quick for me. Also Ren's power level seemed to vary as required
C-5
A-7
W-7
P-7
I-6
L-7
E-6
TOTAL-6.43/10
This was a fun book to read centered around Ren and Crimp.
More...