The Rangers' Dilemma

Final Rating: 4.75


Notes:1) I wish there was a name pronunciation guide because I feel as though I'm horrible sounding out the characters' names. Example 1):Teyerien. I have been pronouncing his name as "Tear-e-en". Example 2:Supesien. For him, I've been pronouncing his name as "Sup-see-en" or just calling him "Sup".2) 11 Chapters all relatively short3) a good amount of dialogue mixed with the right amount of plot and developmentChapter 1:The first few pages were rough to understand at first but after re-reading it. It became more understandable. There are many comas that, in my opinion, are not needed nor should they be there. Example:“Yes,” Teyerien said. Another reason why they were almost strictly forbidden from mingling too close with others outside the Guild. Susceptible to large amounts of heartbreak, and no doubt, revenge. “Well, you do you, I guess.”In my opinion, it would read cleaner if it was written like this. “Yes,” Teyerien said. Another reason why they were almost strictly forbidden from mingling too close with others outside the Guild. Susceptible to large amounts of heartbreak and no doubt... revenge. “Well, you do you... I guess.”The reason why I used the ellipsis or the three dots is a more flattering way to show a longer pause or for the reader to catch their breath when reading. Also, it can be used as an informal device to catch a reader's attention, often replacing a dash or colon. However, this is a personal opinion that can be disregarded.Now, overall Chapter 1 was a solid start. Chapter 2:This chapter was solidChapter 3:Solid, The plot is being developed nicely.Chapter 4:Solid all-around characters, plot, and overall development of everything.Chapter 5:Oo. very good. Chapter 6:Feels like the longest chapter of the whole book but no complaints. Chapter 7:I didn't take any notes on this chapter because I was invested after chapter 5.Chapter 8:Maybe this was the longest chapter? But it's good. Like real good.Chapter 9:I guess trigger warning for those that need it. This chapter and chapter 8 had depictions of violence and blood. Chapter 10 & 11:I 100% stopped caring about the idea of taking notes because I was enjoying the story and was sad to see it come to an end. But there is fighting and I am glad my boy Teyerien is good. I was about to lose my mind.

Overall, it's a fantastic story with, a good plot, dialogue, and amazing characters. The only issue I had was with chapter 1 and... that could have been a “me issue” and the possibility of entering a new book. I'm not sure. So, rating this is between 4.5 to 5. I still have yet to be 100% decided but I've sat on this rating and review for longer than what I would have normally done.