Pandora

Self-Published

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Description

A girl who grew to become a legend.

Okay yeah just made that synopsis up now... anyways, this book is BASED on Pandora's Box, but is not at all the actual story. This is me mixing and matching Greek mythology together in a weird way... with other stuff that has yet to be revealed.

Some facts/parts about the Greek society at the time may be incorrect and while I do try my best to make sure all are good there may be some that slip through the cracks, if something seems incorrect then please inform me.

That said, this is also not historically accurate either, while I will try my best to ensure the societal factors are correct the historical factors such as certain characters and places may not be accurate, if you believe there's a historical factor that wasn't intentionally done incorrectly then please inform me.

Current status: Developing it.

First Arc: The Mortal Revolt(100% complete-Planning)(50% complete-research)

(Prologue was released because I felt that if I spent too much time on planning that I'd let some writing errors slip through and since I pretty much have that first part done.)

Information

Status: Hiatus
Year: 2017
Author: SquareWell

Royal Road Stats

Rating: 4.5/ 5.0
Followers: 1
Views: 1,102

Chapters(70 total)

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Community Reviews(4)

ILikeWafflesRoyal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
A gripping blend of survival, sci-fi, and mystery, this book delivers an intense and immersive experience. While the story is still in its early stages, the world is already fleshed out, and the stakes are clear. From the first few chapters, it’s obvious that survival won’t be easy, and every character is constantly walking a fine line between life and death.
The writing is fluid and immersive, balancing action with description in a way that keeps the reader engaged. The atmosphere is particularly strong—the way the book describes the world, from the eerie presence of the Servants to the chilling power of the angry gods, makes everything feel tangible. The fights are well-paced and intense, especially the chaotic encounter with the Nighthounds and the moment when Chloe is taken down by the angry god. These scenes stand out because they don’t just rely on action—they build suspense and highlight the raw desperation of the characters.
That being said, some moments could benefit from more breathing room. The story moves quickly, which is great for maintaining tension, but some emotional beats—like the impact of one of there deaths—could hit even harder with a little more reflection from the characters.
There aren’t any major grammar issues that pull you out of the experience. The writing is clean, and even in action-heavy moments, it remains easy to follow. The dialogue feels natural, particularly the banter between Chloe and Jon, which adds a needed human element to the otherwise bleak world they live in.
The premise is one of the strongest aspects of the book. The world is harsh and unforgiving, and the introduction of Jin adds an intriguing new layer to the story. The revelation that the angry gods and Servants are part of an alien invasion, rather than just mindless creatures, was a fantastic twist. It raises the stakes significantly—this isn’t just about survival anymore; it’s about an entire war that’s been orchestrated from the shadows.
There are also great mome
MOMONGAAINZRoyal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
Style
The writing style in Pandora is gripping and immersive, blending a dark and cinematic tone with fluid, fast-paced prose. The descriptions are vivid, painting a world that feels bleak and dangerous, while the dialogue remains natural and effective in revealing character dynamics. The balance between action, suspense, and introspection is well-handled, keeping the reader engaged without overwhelming them with unnecessary exposition. The use of short, impactful sentences during tense moments enhances the urgency, while longer, more descriptive passages build atmosphere beautifully. The transitions between scenes are mostly smooth, making for an easy yet thrilling read.
Story
The story is a compelling blend of post-apocalyptic horror, military action, and supernatural mystery. The premise of a world ravaged by monstrous "angry gods" and a deadly virus is both haunting and fascinating. The stakes feel high from the beginning, and the unfolding mystery surrounding the infection, the creatures, and the human survivors keeps the tension alive. The pacing is strong, with well-timed action sequences that never feel excessive. The interplay between survival, warfare, and the unknown elements of the world-building keeps the reader hooked. The plot’s ability to weave foreshadowing into the narrative adds a satisfying depth, making it clear that every detail matters.
Grammar
The grammar and sentence structure are strong overall, with only minor redundancies and occasional phrasing that could be streamlined for clarity. Dialogue is well-executed, maintaining a natural flow while keeping character voices distinct. Some descriptions, while immersive, could be slightly condensed to improve pacing, but the overall readability remains high. Action-heavy moments are crisp and easy to follow, ensuring that the excitement isn’t dulled by overly complex wording. A few minor tweaks in sentence variation and punctuation could further enhance the fluidity of the prose, but the writing i
WonderWizardRoyal Road
★★★★★ 4.5
This story is hella engaging, hella action-packed, and well paced! The world-building is incredibly strong, and the conflicts are intriguing! The tension ans stakes are high, making me invested in what happens next. A few parts seemed like they could be refined more in terms of clarity, especially in transitions between scenes and character motivations, and other than that this is a solid piece of work!!
The writing style is smooth and immersive, making the action sequences feel vivid. There's a strong use of description which enhances the overall atmospher. A minor issue is some occasional redundany in dialogue and phrasing.
The grammar score is mostly solid. Some sentence structrues could be tightened for better readability, but I hadn't noticed until I re-read for the second time. First pass through I was hooked on the story, and I wasn't nearly as concerned with the punctuation nor flow. Less is often more, so a few areas could benefit from more concise wording, and overall it's fantastic!
The plot is compelling, full of tension, mystery, and fantastic action! The character dynamics, especially Chloe vs. Andre and Jin's precarious situation, adds depth! The foreshadowing is exceptionally well-executed! The first time I read it I hadn't noticed it, but in the second read-through I enjoyed picking out the clues like pieces of a puzzle.
Chloe is a fantastic protagonist, balancing defiance, loyalty, and strategy while having vulnerabilities that humanize her. Jin's character remains an enigma, making her role all that much more compelling! Andre and Erwin are spectacular antagonistic forces, both complimenting one another like good-cop-bad-cop. One is more blunt and cocky, the other is quiet with unsettling authority. Jon, Lucas, and Aiden add a strong team dynamic too, making their interactions feel meaningful.
Overall:
This is a compellingly strong, well-written story with engaging characters and a thrilling plot!
Minor tweaks may help elevate it further, but it's
madavocadoRoyal Road
★★★★ 4.0
overall, i like this story and gave it a follow, but that comes with the big caveat that I only started liking it after i figured it out. and it does not make that easy early on or tell you what it's doing. which i actually like because this story absolutely gets the maxim correct of "show, don't tell"
essentially what is going on here, is that the "main character" is basically just a vehicle for the real main characters: the various different Systems, Foundations, Dungeons, Realities, etc, which keep overtaking each other and resetting everything in the world including our "MC"
her only real role is to figure out what nonsense she's been chucked into this time.. classes reset, stats all set to 100,000 a piece, then reset back to 20 or 30 (not thousand), abilities removed or changed into skills, bound weapon disappears than turns up as part of her body, etc etc
once you figure that out and don't worry about if the system is poorly designed, then everything makes sense... because the system absolutely is poorly designed but that also doesn't matter because here comes a new one every 4-5 chapters
it all plays into the theme of chaos, and once you roll with it, it's entertaining to watch pandora just deal with a world that doesn't, and will never make sense
the only gripe i have is there is several chapters in a row where the story ties in with the authors other works rather clumsily. not having read them, there was about a dozen characters that i did not give a single toss about being played up as important for all of a minute before they disappear (possibly forever?)
give this story a go, but don't expect your standard isekai LitRPG because it's not