The Crow and The Rabbit

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The world is filled with evil.Thieves, robbers, murderers, and oppressors do what they want, taking advantage of the innocent, turning them into victims.Ferene hates the world. A killer that refuses to be a victim, she turns her blade on the thieves and murderers, lessening the evil in the world one life at a time.Yet the world is made up of more than single lives, single evils, single deeds. The world is unfair.One cannot choose how they are born. The life they live, however, is something they have control over.Linara's circumstances prevent her from having what she wants the most. Yet her upbringing gives her an unfair advantage in other areas. The world is larger than what is known.To the south of the mountain wall, humans engage in human trivialities, fighting amongst themselves, waging wars over territory. On the other side, a fight for survival occurs.Taradira see the need to move the focus from the useless fighting to the war that truly matters. The only way to do that is to end the pointless wars with her own hand. This is a grim fantasy story.It will have:a morally gray protagonist that makes mistakesan exploration of the cruelty of humanitya world that is hostile to the people living in itnon-magical fantasy racesnon-magical fantasy monsterstragic and depressing moments

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Status: Ongoing
Year: 2023
Author: Wintydunno

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Rating: 4.7/ 5.0
Followers: 664
Views: 164,566

Chapters(86 total)

What readers say about The Crow and The Rabbit

“I'll get this out of the way first: the synopsis of the story is one I don't think does it justice. For my own part, when I first found the story I had some concerns it would be a morally simple tale about the protagonist just killing everyone she finds des…”
AlathentropyRoyal Road5.0 / 5
“Have you ever heard the expression, going medieval? It actually came from this story. It's true. It actually comes from the way the Ferene brutally (yet cleverly) takes down her foes in a well deserve bloodbath that you keeps you reading for chapter after c…”
DWinchesterRoyal Road5.0 / 5

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AlathentropyRoyal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
I'll get this out of the way first: the synopsis of the story is one I don't think does it justice. For my own part, when I first found the story I had some concerns it would be a morally simple tale about the protagonist just killing everyone she finds deserving. It's not, at all. As the synopsis hints, Ferene, the antiheroine lead, just doesn't care about the bigger picture... at first.
The direction of the story and Ferene herself do start out as rather straightforward; bandits are terrorizing people, so she goes to kill them, the same as she's done for a long time. However, she's quickly forced to reckon with both people who don't fit in neatly to her "killers and victims" philosophy, and threats where she gets overwhelmed alone. She starts to learn to rely on others instead of herself, and starts to want more than a life where she just kills the deserving with the expectation of dying, no less deserving, herself. The world opens up to her as she opens herself up to learning more about it, and the people that inhabit it.
Ferene was raised from birth in an environment where she learned little except how to kill, though she is more conflicted about herself than may initially be apparent, and starts the story having chosen a path little different save for the targets she kills. While she keeps the same core mentality throughout the story, it's impressive and rather heartwarming to see how much she has grown by the end of volume 1.
The other characters she interacts with do an excellent job of supporting the story and challenging her ways of thinking, and I would say the story especially picks up once she meets her fellow half-breed Linara, even moreso once Ferene finds her kin, the Hatharen. These are the author's own take on elves (or "not-elves" as they put it), who are a very imperfect race struggling with troubles inherent to both their own existence and the society they've constructed. Through Ferene we meet a plethora of diverse characters throughout the stor
DWinchesterRoyal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
Have you ever heard the expression, going medieval? It actually came from this story. It's true. It actually comes from the way the Ferene brutally (yet cleverly) takes down her foes in a well deserve bloodbath that you keeps you reading for chapter after chapter. I love it, and look forward to doing a more advanced review after I understand the why as well as the what of The Crow and The Rabbit.
Edge ValmondRoyal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
Following the story of someone who lived as a hunter, they would work a job that would lead to their capture. This eventually going into their escape, and what led them down their path. The story is pretty detailed, and does well to convey what is written. Really getting in deeper, and taking advantage of what is around it to portray its message.
Style:
I do not grade style, but since I have to give something about it. It is in third person, flows easily. As well as a more intense feel to it.
Grammar:
Everything seems fine, I didn't spot anything. This simply means it is good enough.
Characters:
They are well written, and stirs a mix of emotions. Which I think is the strong point, and the story does great to get it across. To where you will feel invested into them, and want to see what happens next. The way things build up, to the situations they are in, it all done well.
Overall:
A well written, deep and immersive story. Just know, it has some content that others may not enjoy, and that is fair enough. In the least, I'd recommend giving it a go and seeing for yourselves. From the story, scenes, characters. All around this is a solid work. So, head on in and give it a shot.
Eva_EverquillRoyal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
The story itself is action-packed and intense, with a relentless pace. It’s essentially drenched in bloodbaths. The sheer amount of killing, whether with weapons or otherwise, creates a constant sense of urgency and danger that perfectly matches the tone.
In terms of style, the introduction is short and punchy, drawing you in immediately. Interestingly, the chapters that follow are four to six times longer than the intro. Despite the length, they don’t feel slow. The pace is sustained through a steady stream of gore and graphic violence. Personally, I prefer shorter chapters to let the story breathe, but here, the momentum rarely falters, keeping things engaging.
Technically, the grammar is solid. Rarely, there are paragraphs with multiple pieces of dialogue from different characters without clear breaks. This caused me to reread a few lines, but since each character’s voice is so distinct, it’s still easy enough to follow without constant dialogue tags.
As for the characters, Ferene makes a striking first impression. I liked her brutal honesty — she’s swift, ruthless, and direct. As the story progresses, she does come across as somewhat one-track-minded. Her unwavering commitment to killing, even without fully questioning the truth behind certain events, makes her the epitome of an anti-hero. While other characters do cause her to pause and question her actions, those moments feel brief, like a second, against the crimson backdrop of everything that’s happened. Given all the bloodshed, it would be interesting to see her inner conflict explored a little more deeply.
Overall, the story remains gripping, the action relentless, and the characters memorable. If you’re a fan of brutal, graphic gore and descriptive action, then this one definitely delivers.
Jack0fheartRoyal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
The Crow and The Rabbit is an enthralling tale of Ferene's journey of self-discovery, revenge, and redemption. The author's style is impeccable, and they cleverly subvert readers' expectations with every chapter.Overall score 5/5: This is a must-read for fans of fantasy and action-packed adventure. The author has created a world and characters that feel real and lived-in, and the story is both thrilling and emotionally satisfying.Style score 5/5: The author's writing style is captivating, and they have a gift for descriptive language that transports the reader right into the heart of the action. The plot twists and turns keep the reader on the edge of their seat, and the character development is both subtle and nuanced.Story score 5/5: The plot is well-crafted and engaging, with each chapter leaving the reader wanting more. The author skillfully weaves together themes of identity, self-doubt, and redemption with pulse-pounding action and intense emotional moments.Grammar score 5/5: The grammar and punctuation are flawless, without any obvious errors.Character score 5/5: The character development in this book is superb, with Ferene being a complex and relatable character. She struggles with her past, her identity, and her sense of purpose, making her a dynamic and multifaceted protagonist. The supporting characters are also well-written and add depth to the story.In conclusion, The Crow and The Rabbit is an action-packed adventure with compelling characters and a well-crafted plot. I highly recommend this story to fans of action-packed fantasy! ♥
Justice MRoyal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
Usually, I would try to break down the work in to the different sections and go over each one. But this story is simply phenomenal in my eyes.
The story itself is compelling and interesting, the characters are unique and make sense. The actions scenes are well described and easy to follow. The pacing is just right. Information comes in a way that answers the questions I have while leaving me thirsty for more.
The only complain I have after reading the second half of chapter 5 (which I believe is almost 30k words), is that there are a few places with slightly mispelled words or small grammatical errors. This is the least erroneous fiction I've read on this site so far, and the only reason the grammar score doesn't get a full 5 stars is because I'm a perfectionist, so I hope that really shows how well I think this work is written.
I feel bad writing a review like this, because I personally don't know what to do with feedback that just says "It's good". But, I cannot think of anything that this story leaves desired, aside from my desire to keep reading it! If anything I hope this helps to build your confidence as an author, because if any of us should have some, it's you. Thank you for this wonderful work!
ThroanedKRoyal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
So to start off Ill say, I really did enjoy reading this. As being new to writing myself It gave me a different persepective on how to craft words effectively to create detailed scenes and characters. Now, although I will say it has its flaws, they wernt really easy to come by and mostly plaged the beginning parts of the novel.
Stylistically, the author chose a narrative style of writing, which works well for what the author is trying to accomplish. One of the most entertaining parts of the story being the dialogue, a lot of discussions between characters are well thought out, being short but having plent of meanings/interpretations depending on the reader. Which brings me to the biggest gripe, which is I feel that the novel is heavily reader dependant with little hand holding. For example, many jokes and exchanges between characters have only the smallest hints to signal a joke or particular character trait.I personally had fun with it, but I can see others missing such things and tunin off.
STORY: The best story I can actual compare this with that ive read is berserk. The tone of the story is dark, gritty, downright miserable at times and somewhat conteplative at others. It will have you thinking at every turn about whats right and wrong. Although this has been done before, its always a breath of fresh air when I see it getting done right.
Grammer: Not much to say here, found very few mistakes, worst thing I could find were maybe a couple of badly phrased sentences or movements that were difficult to picture at times but otherwise, I had no trouble understanding most meanings.
Characters: This is probably where Ill have my biggest gripe and that is... the main character. Personally, I found nearly all the characters, even randoms that appeared for one chapter, well fleshed out and meaningful. The main character is also the same, well fleshed out and with her own distinct character traits, one of which I 'PERSONALLY' disliked.
Basically shes dumb. She makes rash de
TrishRoyal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
I have been wanting to review "The Crow and the Rabbit" for a while now, and I just can't seem to find words that satisfy me and do justice to this story. For one, this is a story that does not follow any obvious formulas, which is part of the reason why it's such a good read. There are three character threads being woven together, and I'll do my best to highlight each without hitting too many spoilers.Ferene is the waif seeking for her place in the world as neither human nor Hatharen (a fictitious elf-like, eternal race with all sorts of fascinating psyco-social problems), but rather a half-breed. Ferene's story is compelling because her character growth is as unconventional as it is emotional. A girl with an ultra-simplistic kill or be killed mantra gradually meets people who help reframe her childhood traumas and reshape her personal philosophies. It's so subtly executed and strangely beautiful to watch unfold.Then there's Linara, another half-breed seeking purpose after getting her heart crushed. Her start in life is a stark contrast to Ferene's abusive upbringing, but the dilemma of finding herself is no less real or pressing. Finding ways to use her talents meaningfully becomes a quest wrapped up in a string of side quests that test the limits of her poise and well-deserved confidence.Finally, there is Taradira, the one full-blood Hatharen in the group of dynamic and tragic leading ladies. While her character has been less developed at the point this review is being written, Taradira's dramatic backstory has led her to her own search for meaning and a pragmatic self-education amongst humans.Across these three threads of mystery, heartbreak, and the search for something more, "The Crow and the Rabbit" is, at its heart, an exploration of what it means to be human (or Hatharen) and how one makes sense of trauma in a chaotic world that supplies little natural guidance - a poignant message that most will relate to on some level.Style: elegant in its simplicity and
keeganashleyliveRoyal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
Whew! This one is dark, heavy and vengeful with an underlying feeling of unsatisfied anger as the plot thickens and turns. That being said, it's a great read if you're into that sort of tense vibe. What really pulled me in the most about this story was the depth of the characters and their thoughts. It really took a nose-dive into deep, philosophical, emotional thoughts at certain points, and those moments were the ones I liked the best. Other novels don’t always go there, so I was glad to see that this one does.
This story is a more of a lengthy chapter read. It has lots of description infused with dialogue that is often humorous and shows the characters' personalities. I really loved the characters; they leap off the page and make you feel things. As far as other elements of the story, the world and the underlying darkness of the plot isn't 100% my cup of tea, but I didn't let that affect my overall rating. There are no glaring grammar errors and the text has a nice flow to it.
Give it a read. It's intense and the emotions are tangible. If you're looking for something like that, I’d recommend.
Kino-ManRoyal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
First of all, this is a temporary review. After reading the first eight chapters (which the author refers to as the "first part" of the story), I realized there's still so much more to uncover before writing a full analysis.
Story: Be ready to enter a dark world where farmers break their backs in the fields, and ancient guardians risk their lives fighting Lovecraftian monsters to protect a human society ruled by a corrupt and incompetent elite, who wastes its privilege on pettiness, often resulting in the deaths of hundreds of innocents.
Ferene, the protagonist, is the antithesis of this world. She fights its injustices head-on, never stopping to consider the risks or the number of enemies she's going to make. As a result, she finds herself on the verge of death in nearly every chapter.
If you're curious, just read the first eight chapters like I did. You'll get a strong sense of what the story has to offer, and maybe, like me, you'll be hooked to read more.
Protagonist: I’ll admit it, I didn’t like the main character at first because Ferene presented herself as childish, and I often found myself calling her an idiot. That was until I realized who she reminded me of---Thorfinn from Vinland Saga.
Like Thorfinn, Ferene is on a path of self-destruction, using her personal revenge as an excuse to find a way to finally die. But unlike Thorfinn, her "Askeladd" isn’t a single person or a tangible group---it’s society itself. More specifically, those who allow evil to exists, and she won’t stop until either with its total destruction or hers.
Grammar and Style: Get ready for smooth and flowing prose that makes the story easy and enjoyable to read. The writing style is all great, but the fight scenes are the strawberry on top of the cake. They're incredibly detailed and almost cinematic, allowing the reader to feel Ferene’s rage as she strikes her enemies.
That said, I do have one minor critique. The dialogue and narration can get a bit repetitive at times, especially when