![]() ![]() In addition, the world outside of the factory is so poorly explained that it actually becomes a distraction: it isn’t quite clear what pieces are historical or purely fiction, or whether this is a creative merging of both. Unfortunately, too much of the plot hinges on Wen’s virtue, an abstract concept with which almost every character in the novel is obsessed. The metaphorically and literally scarred Bo is the true and complex star of this homage to Phantom of the Opera, and his melding of beauty and horror will likely be the most memorable element of this novel. Even while Wen finds him intriguing, she recognizes she is falling for one of the Noor, and that she will risk almost everything to allow them to be together. ![]() ![]() The ghost is, of course, not a supernatural entity but rather a young man named Bo, who went into hiding after his body was mangled in the killing room of the slaughterhouse. This, plus guilt, is why she sells her own beloved dresses to help cover the Noor’s expenses after multiple accidents befall the workers at the hand of the factory “ghost” who will do anything to protect Wen. ![]() Wen lives with her father in the medical clinic at the Gochan One factory, and while she knows her family is in debt, she also knows that the Noor, the poorly paid workers they treat, are worse off. ![]()
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Without limiting the rights under copyright reserved above, no part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in or introduced into a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form, or by any means (electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise) without the prior written permission of the above copyright owner of this book or publisher. Please delete it from your device and support the author by purchasing a legal copy. If you are reading this book and did not purchase it, this book has been pirated and you are stealing. ![]() Cover Design by Letitia Hasser, RBA Designs ![]() ![]() ![]() Lately I have read and listened (a specialty listened) to a lot of LIT RPGs. ![]() LitRPG-Progression Fantasy Discord Server Spoiler tags are written like this: (/spoiler) Posts and Comments are to adhere to Reddit's Content Policy, specifically in regards to Threatening, Harassing or Bullying. 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Kester and his animal friends embark on a journey to find the cure to save those left in the last of the Wild. It looks like Kester is the only hope now, as he finds out having a special ability to communicate with those still left in the Wild. The virus known as the Red Eye is claiming the lives of the animals at a fast pace. ![]() It is a thought-provoking read, and a book with a valuable message, particularly for young readers. The story also attempts to highlight the contribution of humans in much of the damage to the animal kingdom and also to the environment. This book is well-written and the storyline is captivating and engaging. Piers Torday`s The Last Wild is the story of twelve-year-old Kester Jaynes and his adventurous journey to save wild animals and also humans from a deadly virus. Kester is forced to stay in a home for troubled children, and the wardens keep telling him that something is wrong with him. "It's weird, but I kind of enjoy feeling sad sometimes." ![]() |