It is currently 3:30 am when I am writing this, and I have quite literally only finished one route so far- HOWEVER, this novel was an absolute treat to stumble upon after a dry spell of demos and/or nothing new from the IF/VN community.
The writing, worldbuilding, and characters are all so well-loved and crafted in a way that really transports you into the shoes of the MC. The journal entry before every chapter that ties in terms/concepts learned previously or a little later on in the story was one of the best aspects of this despite being one page of context.
In general, though, I do sincerely enjoy dystopian fiction especially ones that have a hopeful message that can be conveyed irl. I won't delve too deep into a potentially dark topic, but with the current state of the world this is refreshing and almost tragically resonates with me and a lot of other people as more and more lose their voices.
Literature is amazing and no matter where you read it- book, audio, on a screen- it is an art that truly inspires and is something I will deeply appreciate just like the characters in this novel.
Sorry for getting so philosophical but I love this and hope it gets more attention. Please keep making amazing stories! :)
No apologies necessary, you can wax philosophical anytime! This was truly a wonderful comment to read, thank you for sharing your thoughts! I’m glad the story resonated with you in such a way. It does, sadly, parallel real life right now. This IF is actually adapted from a novella I wrote 25 years ago, and it’s disappointing to think that now, after so many years, it rings truer than ever. But if it brings you hope or uplifts you in anyway, that is all I can ask for. ❤️
Thank you again for your kind words, and take care of yourself!