Tales of Shattered Stars

I've been reading Luo Sen's books for over ten years. From "The Tale of Wind and Grace" in 2002, to "Ali," "Six Dynasties," "Song of Silver," and "King of Myriad Realms," each book has moved me deeply and given me insights into life's truths. I think this is all because Luo Sen has consistently upheld the pride and dedication of a writer, writing with his heart. This is something that writers like Tang Jia San Shao, Tian Can Tu Dou, and Wo Ai Xi Hong Shi (a popular online novelist) can hardly achieve! Although their quick-money success is disdainful, and for a time I felt saddened by Luo Sen's lackluster performance on Qidian (a Chinese online literature platform), why are good works appreciated so little, while quick-fix novels are making a fortune? Are there really that many novice writers in China? Even if they are novice, they will grow with more reading, right?! This is perhaps a market distortion where bad money drives out good. I can only support excellent authors and works with my own meager strength, and I hope more and more people will join this movement. I've been following "Shattered Stars Chronicles" for over a year, and recently when I came back, I noticed it was doing quite well on 17k. I finished it in two weeks and found it fantastic. I won't go into the many touching and moving parts, but what's particularly striking is that it's clear Luo Da has successfully transitioned. The sense of frustration he felt when writing "Myriad Realms Heavenly King" on Qidian is gone, replaced by a Luo Da who upholds his writing principles while effectively communicating with readers, helping them understand the original meaning of the work, and even teaching them how to read. Congratulations, Luo Da!

Compared to his previous novel, *Myriad Realms*, *Shattered Star* seems to have truly followed the path that Luo Da (the author) favored. The character development and plot depth have both seen a qualitative improvement. Perhaps younger readers cannot yet accept such complex characters and contradictory personalities, but what I see is Luo Da's progress (of course, Luo Da already possessed this level of skill, but simply lacked the opportunity to write in this way). The protagonist is no longer an overly kind person like Sun Wu, nor a naive and innocent character like Meng Yan who then builds a harem. Compared to the consistently high level of depth in his villains in the past, the inner conflicts of the protagonists this time are particularly compelling.

I was completely engrossed in this book; it felt like stepping back into the days of binge-reading a few years ago. There were no brainless enemies, no absolutely evil enemies, and no scenes where an enemy was instantly defeated. Reading the author's own words, I discovered he was influenced by the "Banana Demon King" (a popular online novelist), which was truly delightful. However, the platform itself isn't very good... Especially the client software; as a reading app, it's terrible.

My thoughts after reading *Shattered Stars*: I once read a comment on the Four Great Classical Novels: *Journey to the West* is for teenagers, it teaches perseverance and striving for progress; *Romance of the Three Kingdoms* is for young adults, it teaches worldview; *Water Margin* is for middle-aged people, it teaches shrewdness, strategy, and intrigue; and *Dream of the Red Chamber* is for the elderly, it teaches the lessons of success and the rainbow after the storm. I've been following Luo Guanzhong's novels for 15 years. In my eyes, Ali is *Journey to the West*, Feng Zi is *Romance of the Three Kingdoms*, Dongfang Baiyin is *Water Margin*, and this *Shattered Stars* is *Dream of the Red Chamber*. *Shattered Stars* tells the story of the regret of success and the leaderlessness of the group, a point that is difficult for contemporary novels to achieve. While the humor and banter on the surface are Luo Guanzhong's usual nonsensical style, the underlying message is a breakthrough in his self-recognition as he enters middle age and his novels mature. The gentle, poignant reminiscences, sighs, and acceptance all reveal a longing for Feng Zi, Ali, and other characters from his novels, evoking similar memories for readers of the same age. Every novel has its ultimate goal: Feng Zi Ali's is about salvation, Wan Jie Bai Yin's is about growth, and this Shattered Star is about survival. Following the typical novel formula, this is a revenge story, but the protagonist sees through the world, experiencing helplessness, responsibility, and actions against his will. He lives not only for himself but also, and more importantly, for others—this is the brilliance of the novel, a bittersweet experience known only to the reader. In terms of entertainment, this book remains as captivating as ever. The protagonist's feigned weakness and gradual power-up are both engaging and eye-catching elements. A good book shouldn't be missed. According to our local custom, it's time for a family reunion dinner, so I'll stop here. Knowing that Luo Daneng reads book reviews, I'm having an interaction and writing these thoughts.

[Regarding the physical book]—Character designs for Wen Qubing and Long Yun'er from *Shattered Stars* have been released (from Gaia Taiwan). Original images are currently available in book groups, Weibo, and Baidu Tieba. Readers who wish to learn more can join the official group: 173258214. More exciting news is coming! You can also follow the author's Weibo and the *Shattered Stars* Baidu Tieba for the latest updates.

Actually, I was captivated by the synopsis; it was grand and inspiring, so I clicked in without hesitation. And it didn't disappoint. The first chapter, "The Hero's Final Fate," sets a grand backdrop for the story, and the suspense surrounding whether Shan Luling and others are truly dead is quite gripping… However, the second chapter, with its incredibly capricious Wen Qubing, is truly both lovable and infuriating. Wen Qubing's personality is incredibly eccentric, and what I'm most curious about is his emotional entanglement with a woman of dragon-like nature from a branch of the Long clan, or perhaps not even her… I finished reading the story and am very conflicted about Wen Qubing's identity, his connection to the Shattered Star Clan, and the relationship between him and the woman who appeared earlier. I must say, Sen Sen, you really know how to whet our appetites! The business the Wen family engages in is indeed shady on the surface, but what are they secretly doing? I have a feeling that although Wen Qubing is ostensibly hunting down the remnants of the Shattered Star Clan, his purpose is definitely more complex… When will the Shattered Star Clan be exonerated? And who is that "he"? Sen Sen, I really want to know! The more I read, the more mysterious and intriguing the story becomes, making it impossible to stop reading! I love it so much, please update soon

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