Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it. Neve has a long road ahead of her...I hope you stick around for the ride :)
Neve lived primarily in the Capital for the last few years! In a sense, this is her "first" training session in a very long time. In her childhood, she mostly trained with the squires, not the knights. (And don't worry, she won't be going alone...)
Today was Neve's first training session with the knights of House Rosentine. She was dressed in a fur-lined tunic and woolen pants–barely warm enough for the northern winds. Still, Neve was too excited to feel discomfort. Despite the gravity of the situation, she couldn't wait to wield a sword once again.
The Lady of Ice and Snow
Fantasy · pocchari
While this is not the type of novel I would usually read, I can appreciate the intrigue of the plot and the author's writing skill. From the first chapter, the author handles a lot of serious topics, but embeds lighthearted humour that makes the novel more enjoyable to read. Great characterization, nice pace. Overall, great work!
LOL I wasn't expecting all that dry humour! There were more than a few lines that made me laugh. The humorous narration was a nice juxtaposition against the darker elements of the plot. The story is moving a little quickly, but it's not too confusing. Overall, a very interesting start to a novel. Keep it up!
Wow, thank you so much! While I was drafting this story, it started to lean more political than romantic. Glad you enjoy the slow burn!
Me, a Liberal Arts major, trying to understand science...RIP. But seriously, this is a very creative premise! The writing is good, the characters are interesting, and the story world is clearly meticulously imagined. The only advice I can offer the author is to be mindful of long paragraphs, especially ones with fragmented dialogue. Appropriate paragraph breaks make for a more fluid reading experience. Looking forward to seeing where the story goes!
Definitely a gripping beginning! There was a lot of information and many characters being introduced at once, but the writing itself was descriptive and well-paced. The author paints a very clear picture with their writing. This seems like it will be a very interesting story!
This novel has a very captivating hook. Both of the leads are dynamic and their banter is enjoyable to read. The premise of the arena battle reminds me a little of the book, Red Queen. Though this novel has a fun (and less graphic) twist! However, I did find that the beginning was a little fast paced. The progression of events didn't seem realistic, and I wish I could've gotten to know more about Hope and her motivations before she was thrust into a new life with Drake.
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original The Lady of Ice and Snow
After the Crown Prince suddenly annuls their engagement, Neve Rosentine is sent to die in the frontlines of war. To everyone's surprise, Neve rises in rank and leads the military alongside her newfound ally: the bastard Prince Hale. But things are not always as they seem, and Neve and Prince Hale might lose everything at the hands of their shared enemy. Updates on Monday – The Lady of Ice and Snow is copyright © 2021 by pocchari. All rights reserved. This book is work of fiction. Any resemblance to any person, living or dead, any place, events or occurrences, is purely coincidental. Story and Art by pocchari28 Chs 23 Collections
Yeah, Neve is nowhere near Oliver's level in terms of swordsmanship (yet). And to answer your question, yes! But on those scales...it won't be until further in the novel. There's a lot more for Neve to unveil before then.
The Lady of Ice and Snow
Fantasy · pocchari