Title: Raze
Author: Dakota Krout
Published July 26, 2019
365 pages, Kindle Edition
Rating: 4.44
Overview
The stakes are higher than ever before. With Earth on the brink of destruction, Joe and his guild, The Wanderers, have become a beacon of hope for humanity.
But with great power comes great danger. As Joe’s abilities and influence continue to grow, he attracts unwanted attention from powerful organizations that see him as a threat.
While Joe strives to protect his guild and those he cares about, the choice between staying on Earth or fleeing to Eternium becomes imminent. As the human population in Ardania swells, supply shortages and social unrest threaten to tear the new society apart.
Joe must navigate the murky waters of politics and power struggles, all while a group of enforcers lurk in the shadows, waiting to strike. Will Joe be able to save humanity from impending doom, or will he fall victim to those who seek to bring him down?
About the Author
Dakota Krout, known for his popular Divine Dungeon, Completionist Chronicles, and Full Murderhobo book series, has been recognized as one of Audible’s top five fantasy authors in 2017. He has also been a top-selling author on both Amazon and Audible.
Krout’s military background has helped him create expansive landscapes and intricate systems in his writing. He also draws from his experience in programming and information technology to bring a logical approach to his writing and company management.
This unique perspective helps him tackle future challenges in a creative manner.
Krout feels grateful for the opportunity to publish his stories and hopes to continue captivating readers for many years to come.
Editoral Review
Raze by Dakota Krout is a gripping epic fantasy novel that was published on July 26, 2019. Krout, who is also the author of the popular LitRPG series, The Divine Dungeon, has established himself as one of the leading voices in fantasy fiction.
Raze is a thrilling addition to his repertoire, overflowing with brilliant world-building, action-driven plot, and compelling characters with unique abilities. The novel takes place in a world where humans are born with unique fatal attributes that define their abilities and roles in society.
The protagonist, Tanner, is a Raze, a type of human that is capable of creating and manipulating fire. However, Tanner soon discovers that he is capable of wielding other fatal attributes, a revelation that puts him at odds with the corrupt and oppressive government.
Along with his allies, he embarks on a journey to challenge the status quo and bring about a revolution. Krout’s writing style in Raze is crisp, vivid, and cinematic.
His descriptions of the various characters’ fatal attributes, known as ‘Fatalism,’ are imaginative and well thought out. The world-building in Raze is exceptional, with Krout creating a complex and immersive universe inhabited by well-crafted characters.
The pacing of the plot is fast-paced, with plenty of action scenes to keep readers engrossed. However, Raze has some minor flaws.
Some of the characters lack depth and could have been developed more, particularly Tanner’s allies. Additionally, the romance angle felt contrived and unnecessary, and the ending could have been more impactful.
Nonetheless, these weaknesses offer valuable insights into what Krout can do better in his next novels. Overall, Raze is a must-read for fans of epic fantasy.
It is a well-executed debut that holds the potential for a fantastic series. The novel’s strong points far outweigh its weaknesses, and Krout demonstrates his prowess and creativity in storytelling beautifully.
Krout’s world-building and distinctively imaginative take on fatalism make Raze stand out from other books in the genre. In sum, Raze is an excellent book that will transport readers to a thrilling and immersive universe replete with intriguing characters, imaginative world-building, and action-packed plot.
It is a great book for fans of epic fantasy and for readers looking for a well-written, fast-paced adventure set in a world full of magic and intrigue. I highly recommend it.
I would give Raze four stars out of five.
