Anastasium The Dawn of EDeN Beta
Dear Beta Reader,
First, thank you so much for taking the time to read and share your thoughts on Anastasium: The Dawn of EDeN. Your perspective is invaluable to me, and I truly appreciate your willingness to help shape this story.
About the Book:
Anastasium: The Dawn of EDeN is a prequel novella, designed to explore the origins of key characters and the events that set the stage for the novel series beginning with Shadows of Deception. It presents a complete and self-contained narrative, while remaining intentionally focused and open-ended to serve its purpose within a broader arc. Rather than exploring every possible thread, it aims to deepen emotional resonance, ethical tension, and character motivation for what’s to come.
The tone leans literary and poetic, with a character-driven focus set against a science fiction backdrop. The first third moves more slowly by design, building character interiority and philosophical weight. As the story progresses, the pace quickens, leading toward its climax. I’m especially interested in whether this rhythm worked for you and how it shaped your experience.
Current State:
While the manuscript is in a highly refined state, it is still considered a draft. Minor refinements and word-level polish are ongoing, and professional formatting will be completed prior to publication. Feel free to flag anything that reads awkwardly or breaks immersion.
Confidentiality:
This is a private draft. Please do not share the manuscript or any excerpts from it without my explicit permission. Your discretion is deeply appreciated.
Purpose of Your Feedback:
Your feedback will help me understand how the story resonates with readers. I’m not looking for professional literary analysis or grammar corrections. Instead, I want to know about your experience as a reader. Your impressions, feelings, and reactions are what matter most.
What to Focus On:
- Engagement: Did the story hold your attention? Were there parts where your interest waned or where you felt especially drawn in?
- Emotion: How did the scenes make you feel? Did the characters and their struggles evoke strong emotions or reactions?
- Clarity and Flow: Were there moments where you felt confused or lost? Did any parts feel rushed or too slow?
- Connection: Did you connect with the characters? Did their choices make sense based on what you knew of them?
- Overall Impressions: At the end of the story, what stuck with you? How did you feel when you finished?
- Reader Disruptions: Were there any moments that pulled you out of the experience—whether from pacing, tone, phrasing, or plot?
How to Provide Feedback:
After each chapter, there is a link to a short survey with a few questions and a comment box. The questions are on a simple scale of 1 to 5, and the comment box is there if you’d like to share any specific thoughts.
At the end of the book, there is a link to a holistic survey where you can share your overall thoughts and reflections.
Please reach out if you have any trouble accessing the surveys or file content.
A Few Tips:
- Be Honest: Your genuine reactions are incredibly valuable, whether they’re positive or critical.
- No Pressure: There’s no right or wrong way to feel about the story. I just want to know your perspective.
- Take Your Time: You don’t need to rush through. Read at your own pace and take breaks when needed.
Again, thank you for your support and your willingness to be a part of this journey. Your feedback is a crucial part of making Anastasium: The Dawn of EDeN the best it can be.
Warmly,
R.M. Landry
Download Beta PDF HERE
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