Though, in addition, Senlin Ascends does include some very interesting technology. Unlike much Modern Fantasy, a lot of what happens here isn't too far removed from characteristics and science of our world. I won't divulge the reason why I thought that as that could approach spoiler territory and I loved some of the reveals. He's not the only person here that makes the story so strong although it seemed that would be the case at first. He is a headmaster, very intelligent and overall a really interesting character. The way Senlin is forced to change and adapt to these unusual surroundings had me putting myself in his position, therefore, empathy and affinity were created between us for that reason. (Although Orbit has picked up the rights and this will be re-released next year by the home of Brent Weeks, RJ Barker and Nicholas Eames.) Although not a fair testament to the story as a whole, due to Thomas' character progression some parts made me think it was similar to what a modern-day Candide would be, with a wide-eyed interesting hero having to deal with some inexplicably bad moments. It felt like I was reading a classic rather than a modern self-published fantasy book. Most notable from the offset is that it is beautifully written. This story has a lot of great things going for it. He soon realises that the tower isn't exactly the same place which he adored from afar and which his trusty Everyman's Guide to the Tower of Babel had led him to believe it would be. He aims to find her by entering the tower and rising through the levels.
What better way to spend a honeymoon than to ascend the tower with his savings, guidebook and beautiful wife? Unfortunately, Senlin loses his partner amongst the massive crowds at the start of the narrative. Rumour has it that each stage is more beautiful than the previous. Each level of the tower is a Ringdom - cities with different characteristics and unique aspects. Thomas Senlin planned a seemingly perfect honeymoon at the magnificent, and world renowned Tower of Babel. Seeing only unanimously positive reviews from my blogging peers, I had to check out this 2016 #SPFBO's entrant as soon as I could. I truly regret being late to the party but can safely say the hype is well deserved. Josiah Bancroft's debut novel is a huge deal in the world of fantasy fiction right now.
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