《Book reviews *Requests Closed*》#8: 'Raava' by Lady-Senpai
Advertisement
'Raava' is a book about... well, Raava. Raava is one of the Saviors, a group of people chosen by God to protect the Earth. With them is Thomas, a boy who must be protected because he is said to be "the one who restores the balance in the world".
First, let me say that you can expect quite some constructive criticism; in my opinion, a lot of things could've been done a lot better.
Starting with the characters: I didn't care for them at all. I've spend the entire book trying to figure out why, and I still don't know if I did figure it out, but this is what I found: I didn’t notice character development. The characters don't change throughout the stories. They don't seem to evolve. This does get a bit better near the later chapters of the book, but still.
There's also that the characters seem to succeed in everything they try. I haven't seen Raava lose a fight even once. I don't recall seeing the other characters losing a fight either. Only Thomas did, but he's kind of weak and not a savior, and he did kill his opponent so I guess it was sort of a tie.
Grammar and punctuation could also use some work. Try to add commas in certain places, as well as editing out some spelling mistakes.
Lastly, I've taken some pieces of dialogue out of your book:
"Raava? What are you doing here? He asked.
"I mean thanks for saving my life and all but what are you doing here?" He added confused.
A lot of dialogue is written like that, and sometimes it's confusing and it breaks the flow of the story. Maybe try writing like this:
"Raava? What are you doing here?" he asked, confused. "I mean, thanks for saving my life and all, but what are you doing here?"
It sounds more natural like that (I've also added commas where necessary)
As for the plot, I do like the concept, but I think the book would be a lot better if you fix the issues mentioned above.
Advertisement
- In Serial114 Chapters
Rebirth in a Magical World
What would you do if you were reborn inside the Harry Potter Universe. Follow Alexander Fawley's adventures as he is reborn in the Harry Potter world. In this tale, he will have new unique adventure to call his own, And he will discover that the Harry Potter Universe is much greater than he had imagined. P.S This is my first story, so please leave reviews, to let me know how I am doing, so I can get better. Also J.K. Rowling owns Harry Potter, I simply play in her world. On a side note, I am curently re-editing the first half of the story. So, you might see grammer mistakes. I am working on fixing the problems, if you can push through to the chapter thirty-five ish the grammer improves alot becuase White Wind has been editing my mistakes.
8 374 - In Serial89 Chapters
Why I am me
You may know me as the worst tyrant in history, as the enemy of all life, as a mistake or maybe the greatest leader of all time. Maybe you even know my real name. Petrió Mill. Most likely you know what I did, but not why. I'm going to give you the full story on how I became hated by almost everyone, from the start of my life all the way here. To my message for everyone. To the end of my reign. To... my death.
8 135 - In Serial24 Chapters
Miracle Angeliva
Spirits, or what people usually referred to as ghosts, are something that has always been with us since ancient times. Some people are gifted to see them. However, most of us can’t see them without training. And without seeing them, we won’t believe. People only believe what they see, after all. However, I assure you, spirits are real. Spirits are always there. Just because you can’t see them doesn’t mean they are not real. Just like people of ancient ages who can’t see bacteria or those who can’t see stars further than eyes can see, there are limits to our technology. Similarly, even though the current technology can’t prove the existence of supernatural beings, that doesn’t mean they don’t exist. In the future, if we can develop technology so everyone can see them just like how a microscope helps us seeing micro beings, I believe everyone will believe it too. That being said, I still can’t prove their existence yet. -Raleigh Von Vlad Update daily (if possible, if not, guaranteed chapters are on Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday) Thanks to gej302 for the fantastic cover!
8 126 - In Serial6 Chapters
Trying So Bard: Taking the High Road
Robert was a self-ascribed "stoner" with no long-term life goals and multiple felonies. After a traffic collision while he was walking home Robert found himself immersed in a lifelike fantasy simulation. Disbelieving that his situation was anything more than a flashback from an acid trip or maybe some laced weed Robert decided to go with the flow and do what his old DM's would never let him do. Craft and sell potions and alchemical supplies with a more recreational objective! As he attempts to make his vision of being a fantasy land Drug Lord come to fruition he begins to question his self-understanding and the concept that maybe what everyone was telling him wasn't horse dung, that this was real, and this was his life now. Did he really want to live it the same way as his old one?-Authors note: This is my first attempt at web fiction, I appreciate honest feedback as the story develops. Thanks for reading!
8 144 - In Serial48 Chapters
Sarafina De Luca
Sara also know as Sarafina De Luca was born in the family in the Mafia world.What will happen if the parents give her up at the age of 2 for her own safety?Will she survive?What happens when she finds out she has five older brothers after 14 years of her life? Will she be the cute, innocent girl they once knew? What will happen when secrets will reveal and mystery will be solved!?
8 419 - In Serial11 Chapters
Levi x depressed reader
Y/N is a new student at rose high school blah blah blah ( Levi's the teacher he's 20 your 18 ) he finds out what happens to you at home and school
8 107

