What I liked from the very beginning of the story, was that it thoroughly showed where the main character originally came from. This prolonged premise was justified by later mentions, so it didn’t feel boring or unnecessary as it sometimes happenes.

Exploration possibilities were rich, as well as the character interactions. The ending actually made me really curious about the continuation of the story, as it felt like a beginning of a new adventure. It is a shame, though, that a lot of questions were left open. The voiceover was very good and portrayal of different characters’ expressions was spot on.

I liked the romance in the story, it worked really well for an audio format. The writing kept pulling me forward and made me want to know what happened next. The ending was a little unsatisfying, but as someone who loves love, I really enjoyed that part.

I was really enjoying the story, and I was excited for what was going to happen next, only to realize it ended right there.

There are enough clues to figure out who our PC is and who kidnapped her, but we never find out why they let her live unlike the other nobles and royals, what happened to her best friend, who the bearded man in the garden was and what the rebels’ plans for her were.

If there was a part 2, I’d give it 5 stars and happily play. As it is, it leaves too many important questions unanswered.

While I found the story very engaging, the open ending ending really pulled it donw for me, becuase there are so many open questions.

However, besides that the voiceacting and the writing of the sequences is really good.

Despite not being the infamous “romantasy” genre’s biggest fan, “Stolen Birthright” has some engrossing lore. It invites exploration. Yet, many times throughout, you’re asked to pick a path, only to find your decision quietly opted out of.

And even though executed capably, the central trope doesn’t fully connect. Learning about Jude quickly becomes the most rewarding thread… *but* the reserved main character slowly realizing what is right in front of her only through this mysterious leading man, is kind of irritating. 

Sonically, in many stretches, adding ambient sound could have helped the story come to life too. While the voice acting is pleasant and carries emotion well, Jude’s tone didn’t quite match his demeanor. The same was true with the guards, who carried a tougher presence in writing than per voice.

Then, ultimately, there’s the question hanging over everything: where are we going? Whether “losing consciousness” or leaving you “vanishing in darkness,” the final lines work more like a door quietly closing than a satisfying resolution.