Amanda
A farmer conscripted into the army is invited to join a prestigious cultivation sect after distinguishing himself.
The First Step draws heavily from Chinese xianxia novels, a genre that draws from Chinese mythology and involves martial artists whose training involves intense spiritual discipline. Tao Wong does a very good job of explaining the concepts of the genre without leaving the reader feeling overwhelmed.
This is another story of an underdog who triumphs over snobby rich kids via hard work and dedication. I never doubted that the hero, Long Wu Ying, would succeed, but I enjoyed reading about his journey and I look forward to reading his further adventures.
Received via NetGalley.
A farmer conscripted into the army is invited to join a prestigious cultivation sect after distinguishing himself.
The First Step draws heavily from Chinese xianxia novels, a genre that draws from Chinese mythology and involves martial artists whose training involves intense spiritual discipline. Tao Wong does a very good job of explaining the concepts of the genre without leaving the reader feeling overwhelmed.
This is another story of an underdog who triumphs over snobby rich kids via hard work and dedication. I never doubted that the hero, Long Wu Ying, would succeed, but I enjoyed reading about his journey and I look forward to reading his further adventures.
Received via NetGalley.