Okay, let's talk about The Beginning After The End, Book 1 by Turtleme. We're diving headfirst into baby Arthur's life! A king reborn? Sure, why not?
Baby Genius Alert!
Arthur Leywin, the king-turned-infant, is seriously smart. He's analyzing mana flow while drooling on his bib. I think that's a bit much, even for fantasy.
Remember learning to crawl? Arthur's strategizing battle formations! Maybe I was just a slow learner. Or maybe he's just showing off.
I'm pretty sure normal babies aren't pondering existential crises. He is definitely not your average kid. My unpopular opinion: it's a tad unbelievable.
Family Matters (and Mana Cores)
His parents are lovely, if a little clueless. They don't realize their kid is basically a tiny, magical professor. It's kind of cute though, isn't it?
Little Ellie, his sister, is adorable. She provides some much-needed normalcy. Someone has to be normal, right?
Arthur's mana core development? Faster than my internet speed. It's like he's speedrunning magic. Show off!
The Forest Shenanigans
The forest adventures are where things get interesting. He's fighting boars at age five? I was struggling with kindergarten.
Sylvie, the mana beast, enters the scene. She's loyal, powerful, and also a dragon. A very useful friend, indeed.
Their bond is... intense. It's like having a super-powered pet and a telepathic best friend all rolled into one. Lucky kid!
Training Montage (But Make it Cute)
Arthur's training regimen is insane. He's pushing his tiny body to the limit. Someone get this kid a juice box!
He's already mastering techniques that seasoned adventurers struggle with. It's inspiring, but also makes me feel inadequate. Is this self-help or fantasy?
My unpopular opinion: the power scaling gets a little wonky. He's just too good, too fast. Slow down, kid, let others catch up!
The Early Years Charm
Despite my gripes, the early years are charming. Seeing Arthur navigate a new life is engaging. It's fun to watch his past life knowledge clashes with his present.
The world-building is intriguing and keeps you reading. Turtleme creates a vibrant and dangerous fantasy world. You want to know more.
We're all suckers for a good underdog story, even if the underdog is a reincarnated king. Plus, everyone loves a cute baby, right?
Final Thoughts (Maybe?)
Book 1 sets the stage for an epic journey. It's a fun read, even if it requires some suspension of disbelief. Just go with it!
The Beginning After The End might not be perfect, but it's entertaining. Arthur's journey is compelling, and the world is fascinating.
So, should you read it? If you like fantasy, reincarnation, and overpowered protagonists, then yes! Just prepare to question your own life choices.
Remember, this is just my silly take. Form your own opinions! Happy reading, fellow fantasy enthusiasts!
