This book does its own thing in terms of plot. It is interesting seeing the MC make smart but flawed decisions and the repercussions of those decisions. The MC is not a Gary Stu and is highly addicted to online gaming. It is slightly uncomfortable to listen to because I know of people that are stuck in additction. I hope he changes over the course of the series for the better. The book is slice of life with the possibility of a larger plot behind the scene. As one reviewer said, the story stops abruptly. It was not on a cliffhanger, it just stops. I will read the next book.