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Review of The Identity Tablet

Posted: 18 Oct 2023, 19:35
by Clauson Justin
[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "The Identity Tablet" by Luke Bauman.]
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5 out of 5 stars
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The Identity Tablet by Luke Bauman tells the story of a young boy who wakes up in a mysterious forest, devoid of his identity. As he embarks on a journey of self-discovery, he uncovers a dark conspiracy.

As the book progresses, the boy encounters and befriends creatures like Hammy, Zelda, Mia, and Hara, each with their own stories that intertwine with his. Facing challenges from King Drake, Malveaux, and Ogrefox, the group must find their true selves and use their unique abilities to survive. Their goal is the ancient Identity Tablet, believed to reveal one's true nature. This gripping adventure mirrors the challenges we face in our search for purpose, representing the internal and external forces shaping our lives. What fate awaits our heroes? Explore it in this thrilling tale.

I truly enjoyed the book for several reasons. The author's writing style was captivating, filled with powerful imagery that brought the characters to life on a deeper level. Each character's motivations were well-described, making them relatable. I appreciated the added touch of having a preview of the next chapter at the end of each section. The book was filled with intriguing mysteries that the characters solved, adding to the excitement. There was a constant sense of suspense and clever foreshadowing, building up to significant revelations. Beyond its fictional adventure, the book conveyed real messages about self-discovery, truth, joy, calmness, and perception. These themes are conveyed wonderfully by the protagonists. It also explores difficult themes like loss and the trials of parenthood in a subtle manner.

My least favorable thing about this book was the ending, which left me with unresolved questions. While this didn't diminish my overall enjoyment, it left me hopeful for a potential sequel to provide closure.

I found only one error in this book. It was professionally edited. I rate this book 5 out of 5 stars. I found the book captivating and highly enjoyable, making it a compelling read. I wholeheartedly recommend it to adventure novel enthusiasts. I also recommend this to parents, who may draw parallels between several parts of the book and the challenges they face.

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Re: Review of The Identity Tablet

Posted: 20 Oct 2023, 05:43
by Miracle Oge Adaeze
"The author's writing style was captivating, filled with powerful imagery that brought the characters to life on a deeper level." The author really knows his onions and what to do to spice up the book. Thank you for the review.

Re: Review of The Identity Tablet

Posted: 21 Oct 2023, 15:01
by Cara Wilding
Clauson Justin wrote: 18 Oct 2023, 19:35 [Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "The Identity Tablet" by Luke Bauman.]

The Identity Tablet by Luke Bauman tells the story of a young boy who wakes up in a mysterious forest, devoid of his identity. As he embarks on a journey of self-discovery, he uncovers a dark conspiracy.

As the book progresses, the boy encounters and befriends creatures like Hammy, Zelda, Mia, and Hara, each with their own stories that intertwine with his. Facing challenges from King Drake, Malveaux, and Ogrefox, the group must find their true selves and use their unique abilities to survive. Their goal is the ancient Identity Tablet, believed to reveal one's true nature. This gripping adventure mirrors the challenges we face in our search for purpose, representing the internal and external forces shaping our lives. What fate awaits our heroes? Explore it in this thrilling tale.

There was a constant sense of suspense and clever foreshadowing, building up to significant revelations. Beyond its fictional adventure, the book conveyed real messages about self-discovery, truth, joy, calmness, and perception. These themes are conveyed wonderfully by the protagonists. It also explores difficult themes like loss and the trials of parenthood in a subtle manner.
Ooooh, I like the idea of the "Identity Tablet," how helpful would that be!? The themes explored in this book sound like those that I would enjoy. I'm curious about the "dark conspiracy" you mentioned; however, if there were enough unresolved questions at the end of the book, I'm not sure I'd be up for it. That always feels like a let down to me. I enjoyed reading your review, thanks so much for sharing it with us!

Re: Review of The Identity Tablet

Posted: 24 Oct 2023, 02:38
by Upphilan Paul
This is a captivating and mind-hacking read with a compelling review and I long to read this book and see what you've read. I recommend it. I like your review. Good job.

Re: Review of The Identity Tablet

Posted: 02 Nov 2023, 15:02
by NetMassimo
This novel is in some way structered like a fairy-tale with the protagonist living an adventure and also addresses some important theme. Thank you for your great review!

Re: Review of The Identity Tablet

Posted: 05 Nov 2023, 05:13
by Gee-Q Mdluli
Thank you for sharing your thoughts on the book. I've never read it, and looking at the cover, I wondered what it could be about. Your review has convinced me to check it out. Thanks again for your insight.