This is a review the series as far as I've read it, which is up to volume 12. I've spent a LOT of my time studying Japanese working with these books. I don't regret it, but its also hard to recommend to others. The main thing that made me stick with it is the audio books. They are done by Rumuru's voice actor from the anime, and I really like the Rimuru voice.
Entertainment: I loved the anime, and I really liked the books overall. If you've seen the anime, you know what makes it good. An
Fun book, excellent audio book
I'm mostly writing this review as a recommendation. I really liked the book, and the audio book in particular. Its the highest quality audio book I've listened to.
Entertainment: Its about a necromancer reincarnated as the daughter of a hero and saint. Most of her actions are focused on getting people to pledge their loyalty to her, so she can add them to her necromancer army when they eventually die. Despite the selfish motives, her actions get interpreted positively by others, and she is