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Lord January

Book 1 in the series:Year of the Sword

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'Lord January' in the 'Year of the Sword' series by Dakota Krout follows the protagonist who embarks on a journey of cultivation in a world filled with unique concepts of time and space. The plot unfolds with the protagonist facing challenges and receiving unexpected luck which shapes his path towards immense power. The writing style blends humor, engaging storytelling, and elements of the cultivation genre, creating a world where characters evolve through trials and unexpected encounters.

Characters:

The characters include a relatable protagonist, colorful supporting figures with distinct personalities, though some character depth and relatability are questioned.

Writing/Prose:

The writing style is humorous and engaging, blending light-heartedness with deeper themes and offering a fresh take on the genre.

Plot/Storyline:

The plot features a protagonist whose successes are often unearned, with comedic elements and unexpected twists set in a uniquely crafted kingdom.

Setting:

The setting features a uniquely crafted kingdom rich in culture and humor, with a well-integrated gamelit system.

Pacing:

The pacing varies throughout, with some exciting moments countered by slower segments, leading to a sense of filler at times.

Notes:

The main character has to exercise daily due to emotional blackmail from a mentor.
The story starts humorously but evolves into a richly crafted kingdom centered around a unique cultural concept: the value of being fat.
Character development is generally well-received, with relatable protagonists and side characters.
The book features unexpected plot twists, which readers often find enjoyable.
Some readers feel the protagonist's successes come too easily; he often 'falls' into good fortune.
There are mentions of a unique calendar-style naming system in the story.
The book has received mixed reviews, with some praising its freshness while others feel it has lost focus as the series progressed.
Critics suggest that the protagonist starts off lacking intelligence but displays cunning when motivated.
Humor is a strong aspect of the book, with witty jokes and character names like 'Larry, Curly, and Mo'.
Readers enjoy the world-building and the integration of a coherent gamelit system within the plot.

From The Publisher:

Time is money. Time is a Weapon. Time is running out.

Grant Leap is an orphaned, mortal farmhand in a world where cultivation methods and Weapons of Power are jealously guarded and only passed down among family. He's not content with his lot; as a Januarian, someone living in District January, he should be living the good life just like everyone else. Food, parties, food, entertainment, and food are the minimum requirement. As an orphan, specifically a reviled Leap, there's not even a chance of being treated as a human.

When a celestial event pours time magic into his field, coalescing into a lost Weapon of Power, Grant leaps at the opportunity to advance beyond even the scope of standard cultivation. At the first touch of the weapon, the orphan gains everything he's ever wanted: a Sword and a Name. Also, a pesky mandatory quest with his life as the price of failure. It doesn't take him long to realize that the best thing for him to do is to sell it and live on borrowed Time.

Yet, that would never happen. The blade offers him the first major choice he's ever had to make: surrender to his desires… or live like a King.

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