Toothless is a LitRPG Horror novel about four individuals who must navigate through a glitched game system that reads their minds and knows their fears. It is a gripping tale—
[Hold up. Let’s break the blurb and get real with the description. This is a story about 4 friends who are trapped in an RPG. However, it’s a hilarious attempt at horror that will keep you engaged and thrilled if you enjoy: LitRPG, Crunchy stats, Crazy player stunts, and a Glitched game system. If those aren’t your thing, this probably isn’t for you—and that’s okay. Regardless, I hope you enjoy the story. It’s a quick read that skims the surface of the mind and fear—enough to create questions (but requires you to look for the answers). So, without further ado—]
Read the thrilling adventure and uncover the depths of unrestrained fears [maybe?] with Toothless.
Assessment:
Plot: Toothless throws readers into the middle of a glitched RPG. With a light touch and a big wink to the RPG community, Thomas serves up humor and gentle scares.
Prose: The narrative integrates player stats alongside the prose, adding an air of verisimilitude to the gaming aspect.
Originality: Thomas offers a clever and original concept that will readily appeal to RPG fans.
Character/Execution: Characters aren't fully fleshed out, but the concept works; it's a breezy, fun read that mimics the experience of gaming within the body of a horror novel.
Date Submitted: August 30, 2022