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Member Since: Sep. 13, 2015

Ry James

Ry James. Reader. Writer of shite short stories. Plenty of time to fix that.

The Centurion and the Crown of Thorns on Sep. 13, 2015

Starts well - interesting concept for basis. Reasonably well written but too earnest and caught up in doctrine to graduate into a genuinely good piece of prose. But, I imagine the aim of the author was principally to glorify God. Still... Not worth reading unless you're already VERY interested in Scripture.
Enoch's Folly on Sep. 16, 2015

Really interesting read. A bit complex at first but it doesn't take long to get your head around it and engage. Comley is one of the best characters I have encountered. The author works a bit like a jazz musician when it comes to him - you listen for the notes NOT being played as well. You find yourself wanting to know his secrets. Highlight - the threads running off the main story. Seemingly minor characters give insights into rich stories. EG (no spoiler) - the story of Evo... WOW. I'd read a novel just about him. This isn't a perfect book... But it's a damn good book. Somewhat rough at times and maybe could do with a little bit of editing, but if it's a first novel it's a sign of big things to come. Enjoyed it - it made me think.