Kyle Kirrin is a good writer and his story outline is similar to others in this genre; although the MC’s backstory is unique. Actually, while the character is written as a caring person, his real world reclusive backstory is unappealing and his means of entering the game makes him somewhat of an unlikable character. There is a inanimate object with similar knowledge to Skippy with a personality of a warrior. The relationship between him and the MC is one of snarky acceptance but overdone. The book also suffers from stat-bane at times which often seems like filler.
With that said, I liked the book and plan to purchase the next book in the series.
Travis Baldree.really adds to the listening experience, as would be expected.