Review for Version 1.4
<------- Hud & Gameplay ------->
Being a KN there's no Gameplay, but, the Hud in what concerns the font and colors of it, is quite legible and pleasant. It shows that some care was put into it.
<------- Graphics ------->
This is, maybe, one of the less stellar points of this KN. Not because the creator hasn't made an effort, but because it is limited by the engine in use.
In spite of it, the creator was able to deliver a product that isn't ugly, there's a lot of attention to detail, with transparencies and other tricks, that attempt to go beyond the engine limitations.
<------- Animations ------->
One of the problems of this engine is the somewhat limited range of animations. Don't get me wrong, they work, they do their job. There's nothing particularly bad in this, except that anyone that has played other game(s) created in this engine, they have seen them many times.
In what concerns this title, they are sufficient to enhance the story.
<------- Photography ------->
Here is where the Creator work shines trough.
The plans, from extreme close-ups to the very wide shots, show the care with which this was created.
The underwater scenes are very good. The color filters used are stupendous. The sunsets really feel special. The night shots aren't dark but convey the feeling of night.
I felt the need to pause and keep looking at some of the scenes to appreciate the work done on them, either in the engine or in Post.
Again, it is here that the care with which this was done really shines, a really good job.
<------- Writing ------->
Let's get this out of the way, the writing shows sophistication and maturity, not only of the creator, but of their writing skills.
It doesn't matter if they are just starting or if this is their 100th story, they are quite comfortable writing, they have a large vocabulary and a strong domain of the sentences. This is NOT an amateur job.
What this is is a very well written with a sense for the dramatic, for the effect, for the flair. The writing is not pompous or elaborate to the point of obscurity, but a quite interesting mix of simplicity and sophistication that makes this a extremely pleasant experience as a reader. The vocabulary is extensive and textured, creating by itself a sense of comfort and homeliness.
The author is quite comfortable in the process and it shows beautifully.
<------- Story ------->
Now, this is a Kinetic Novel (and I hope it stays that way) so, it lives and dies by the story.
In this still incipient, still small, plot, we can see the roots of the greater drama and greater plot that it promises.
If there's anything I would ask for a reduction of, would be of the foreshadowing and futuring that the narration seems dedicated too.
Let's steep into the Theme. This has been done and done and done, better, worse, different, etc... too many times, but, also, not enough times. The incest angle, especially with twins and eventually the mother, is one of the tamer ones. Mostly because it isn't as disturbing or carries a sense of danger as does the ones involving fathers.
In a quite novel and pleasant surprise, we see the female protagonist being the major actor, not even the mother, but the sister. I have to say, that this right here, is a decidedly winning point for me. I do hope that this is a constant even if the male protagonist gains some (very needed) confidence. The best part of this, is that it isn't made in a domineering or aggressive way, but, a slow and gentle loving that is pushing the barriers aside without damage and without force. I have to say, I am in love with this girl.
The slow, but inexorable, pace with which the certain act will come, may confuse some of the readers, used to a male protagonist that takes control and charges in. Truly, not what is happening here.
I would go as far as dropping the brother as a protagonist at this point, this is clearly a story for, and by, the sister. I do appreciate the attempt to give us His POV, but, it is indeed her story. She drives it, she owns it and it is hers.
The brother is quite an interesting character, the one with more growth and transformation potential (and sorely needs it too) his gentleness and care, along with the powerful emotions he's being faced with, and let's not forget, he's 18, inexperienced and HORNY. Being placed with a major seducer like his sister, that clearly and without doubt is interested in him, and as been for years, is causing him to rip out of all his barriers and protections he developed while growing. The process IS painful, IS slow, but it is also irrevocable. I do hope he retains his gentleness and dependability and not turns into an asshole.
All in all, a story that in a small time, as managed to capture my imagination and my feelings.
<------- Conclusion ------->
I will say that this has the potential to become one GREAT KN, maybe one the best of this theme. Maybe not in the graphics and sex scenes (it remains to be seen), but in the story and dramatic developments.
The attention to detail that permeates the whole project, if maintained, can make it something to point out as an example. It is THAT good.
The characters are growing, are evolving, are becoming something. Even at this incipient start it is already clear that this will lead to great things.
I truly RECOMMEND it to anyone interested in the Theme, with the caveat that this isn't a FAST one, get ready to be teased mercilessly.
<------- Rating ------->
The Writing, the Story and the Photography, lead this to a 5 ***** rating, with absolutely NO doubts.
<------- Hud & Gameplay ------->
Being a KN there's no Gameplay, but, the Hud in what concerns the font and colors of it, is quite legible and pleasant. It shows that some care was put into it.
<------- Graphics ------->
This is, maybe, one of the less stellar points of this KN. Not because the creator hasn't made an effort, but because it is limited by the engine in use.
In spite of it, the creator was able to deliver a product that isn't ugly, there's a lot of attention to detail, with transparencies and other tricks, that attempt to go beyond the engine limitations.
<------- Animations ------->
One of the problems of this engine is the somewhat limited range of animations. Don't get me wrong, they work, they do their job. There's nothing particularly bad in this, except that anyone that has played other game(s) created in this engine, they have seen them many times.
In what concerns this title, they are sufficient to enhance the story.
<------- Photography ------->
Here is where the Creator work shines trough.
The plans, from extreme close-ups to the very wide shots, show the care with which this was created.
The underwater scenes are very good. The color filters used are stupendous. The sunsets really feel special. The night shots aren't dark but convey the feeling of night.
I felt the need to pause and keep looking at some of the scenes to appreciate the work done on them, either in the engine or in Post.
Again, it is here that the care with which this was done really shines, a really good job.
<------- Writing ------->
Let's get this out of the way, the writing shows sophistication and maturity, not only of the creator, but of their writing skills.
It doesn't matter if they are just starting or if this is their 100th story, they are quite comfortable writing, they have a large vocabulary and a strong domain of the sentences. This is NOT an amateur job.
What this is is a very well written with a sense for the dramatic, for the effect, for the flair. The writing is not pompous or elaborate to the point of obscurity, but a quite interesting mix of simplicity and sophistication that makes this a extremely pleasant experience as a reader. The vocabulary is extensive and textured, creating by itself a sense of comfort and homeliness.
The author is quite comfortable in the process and it shows beautifully.
<------- Story ------->
Now, this is a Kinetic Novel (and I hope it stays that way) so, it lives and dies by the story.
In this still incipient, still small, plot, we can see the roots of the greater drama and greater plot that it promises.
If there's anything I would ask for a reduction of, would be of the foreshadowing and futuring that the narration seems dedicated too.
Let's steep into the Theme. This has been done and done and done, better, worse, different, etc... too many times, but, also, not enough times. The incest angle, especially with twins and eventually the mother, is one of the tamer ones. Mostly because it isn't as disturbing or carries a sense of danger as does the ones involving fathers.
In a quite novel and pleasant surprise, we see the female protagonist being the major actor, not even the mother, but the sister. I have to say, that this right here, is a decidedly winning point for me. I do hope that this is a constant even if the male protagonist gains some (very needed) confidence. The best part of this, is that it isn't made in a domineering or aggressive way, but, a slow and gentle loving that is pushing the barriers aside without damage and without force. I have to say, I am in love with this girl.
The slow, but inexorable, pace with which the certain act will come, may confuse some of the readers, used to a male protagonist that takes control and charges in. Truly, not what is happening here.
I would go as far as dropping the brother as a protagonist at this point, this is clearly a story for, and by, the sister. I do appreciate the attempt to give us His POV, but, it is indeed her story. She drives it, she owns it and it is hers.
The brother is quite an interesting character, the one with more growth and transformation potential (and sorely needs it too) his gentleness and care, along with the powerful emotions he's being faced with, and let's not forget, he's 18, inexperienced and HORNY. Being placed with a major seducer like his sister, that clearly and without doubt is interested in him, and as been for years, is causing him to rip out of all his barriers and protections he developed while growing. The process IS painful, IS slow, but it is also irrevocable. I do hope he retains his gentleness and dependability and not turns into an asshole.
All in all, a story that in a small time, as managed to capture my imagination and my feelings.
<------- Conclusion ------->
I will say that this has the potential to become one GREAT KN, maybe one the best of this theme. Maybe not in the graphics and sex scenes (it remains to be seen), but in the story and dramatic developments.
The attention to detail that permeates the whole project, if maintained, can make it something to point out as an example. It is THAT good.
The characters are growing, are evolving, are becoming something. Even at this incipient start it is already clear that this will lead to great things.
I truly RECOMMEND it to anyone interested in the Theme, with the caveat that this isn't a FAST one, get ready to be teased mercilessly.
<------- Rating ------->
The Writing, the Story and the Photography, lead this to a 5 ***** rating, with absolutely NO doubts.
