Rec: Collide
Title: Collide Author: Reibrook Format: Novel Published/Free: Free Length: 236k Status: Complete Rating: Ultra mature Warnings: Rape, graphic violence, slavery Link: http://www.fictionpress.com/s/2878415/1/ Summary: Calis Tsrali is the son of a duke in the Nayian kingdom, where money is a way of life. Spoiled, and arrogant, he's lived the life of a prince. His problems don't span further than having to sit through a lunch with people that bore him. He finds himself rather disinterested in the kingdom around him, though he isn't afraid to indulge in what he wants. But, that's all about to change. Taeru is a slave, lucky to have a name and mistreated even by people in his own social class. He's small, and kind, which aren't good traits for a slave to have. With a master as lustful as he is cruel, Taeru knows he's lucky to be alive—though he's beginning to question whether or not his life is any better than death. But he's about to be introduced to a different side of the world… In a kingdom where birth means everything, the collision of these two worlds might be bigger than either of these men know. Review: A satisfying read especially if you're a fan of slavefics, a well written story (only the odd typo here and there, great grammar!) that has a bit of substance. Great characterization with fantastic supporting characters who make you smile. There are horrifying scenes of torture that occur throughout, most occur during scenes of Taeru remembering or dreaming of the abuse. While some of the damage/injuries he receives defy belief, especially when sustained over years (like in reality he'd be disfigured or dead 100's of times over), the story is a fantasy and set in an AU so I figured healing was accelerated or something! It all works though to show you the strength, resilience and determination of the slave particularly when he has no belief of self. (Original Post)
