Review of Rogue Light

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[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Rogue Light" by Brian Nyaude.]

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4 out of 5 stars

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"Rogue Light" by Bryan Nyaude tells the story of Riyo, also known as Rid, a proud and arrogant prince of a country called Rogue. Riyo had a cunning stepbrother, James, who framed him for a crime he did not commit. As a result, he was banished without a fair trial, far away from Rogue, and forced to wander the world as an outcast. During his solo travels, he encountered Tye and Paul, who ambushed and attempted to rob him. They unexpectedly became friends following a serious fight, and they were the ones who introduced Rid to stealing.

Their lives changed when they robbed the caravan of the evil Rainku, of whom Katherina Fox was a member. They stole some silver gloves, a shiny steel shield, and a golden arm gauntlet. Apparently, they were powerful treasures that merged with them. They became separated and were supposed to meet in the town of Okaya, but his friends were captured. Riyo, now on his own, had to face many challenges and adversaries, as well as make new friends, as he traveled to Okaya to save his friends from the Rainku and Katherina Fox.

I enjoyed how the book emphasized the value of friendship throughout, as evidenced by Riyo, Tye, and Paul's close relationship and Riyo's ability to make new friends on his journey to Okaya. In many chapters, the book creates a sense of chill, suspense, and anticipation for what comes next, such as when Riyo falls on the road and asks passersby for help. It was thrilling to discover they were slave traders.

The book also highlighted virtues that readers can emulate, such as resilience, as demonstrated when Riyo was repeatedly asked if he was still going to Okaya to save his friends, and he continued to say yes. Perseverance can also be seen in the numerous challenges and adversaries he encountered. He was able to stand his ground and overcome these obstacles alongside his friends. Speaking of his friends, I like how the book depicts that two heads are better than one, as Riyo always tried to get things done alone, but the company of new friends he made kept on helping with their own strength to ease the journey ahead.

In terms of criticism, I found it off-putting that Katherina seemed to always discover where Riyo and his friends were too easily. It rarely afforded them any time to rest, and the fact that they still journeyed on didn't sit well with me. Also, this book will need some corrections, as I noticed some errors in it. These things cause me to give the book a 4 out of 5 rating. I think those who enjoy adventure stories with underdog protagonists would enjoy this one.

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[Adam Bryce Stern]

It'd be incredible to follow Rid's story as an outlaw and the fate of his cunning step brother. Your review got me hooked. Congrats on a well written review.

[NetMassimo]

This seems like an engaging novel full of adventures centered around the friendship between some of its protagonists, so I hope the author at least does proper proofreading. Thank you for your great review!