A review by kellan_writes
Grandmaster of Demonic Cultivation: Mo Dao Zu Shi (Novel) Vol. 1 by Mo Xiang Tong Xiu

adventurous funny mysterious medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

This is the first translated work I've read that wasn't for school.  I enjoyed it a lot.  It is a Chinese Fantasy novel.  We follow Wei Wuxian, a powerful Cultivator who went down a very dark path and was eventually killed by those he'd once considered friends and family.  Sixteen years after his death, his soul awakens in the body of a disturbed young man who wants Wei Wuxian to exact revenge on his behalf.  But the past refuses to stay buried and he must unravel this mystery with the help of his friend Lan Wangji, a very proper and powerful cultivator himself.

This is the first book of five and I loved it.  The characters are well rounded, and even the more antagonistic characters are enjoyable.  For a story with many dark twists and turns, it is suprisingly lighthearted and funny.    The only reason I didn't give this book a 5 star rating is simply that the first chapter was not very enjoyable to read and I almost gave up on the book very early because of it.  However once that smaller part of the larger story was finished the book picked up pace and it was very hard to put down.  A definite recommend, cannot wait to read the next book.
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