TlDr; I really like this story. The plot, the setting, and the Narrator is perfect! But, I like cultivation, and I like over powered characters. Especially ones that learn about their power and the truths behind it. Zach’s… his story is good, and I’m sure there are readers that prefer his, but I’m just not one of those unfortunately.
The long part;
So I really like this book series. It’s a shame it takes so much time before the next one comes out as I couldn’t wait for this one after reading the first one.
The world is quite unique and I can really see it making sense in this reality and so do the abilities. I love the personalities of the characters, including both protagonists.
I’m a huge fan of OverPowered characters that learn and grow. How they see the world differently than others and Ryuin especially because he has to sit and try to temper his arrogance at times.
Zack has his own things, though I do wander. He seems smart, and I’m sure there’ll be this whole blind hatred against Ryuin but I’m really interested to see what he makes out of this new person that Ryuin has become.
The But;
As i mentioned, I like over powered characters. I’m not a huge fan of the norm, and although Zack is perhaps more than the majority, he really doesn’t hold a candle to Ryuin. This leaves me with kinda a meh feeling about him.
I really wish this was two stories from two perspectives in the same realm. Perhaps leaving clues in both books, which would then get me interested in reading both, because of wanting to listen to them, then being stuck on this up and down rollercoaster that it currently is.
I want to stress that I like Zack, but it’s like looking at your lover, and then looking at a friend. One just doesn’t do the same for you as the other one does.