Just finished reading I, The Forgotten One by John Louis and, my god, it's one of the best interactive novels I've ever read. Medieval fantasy story about the horrors of war and struggling with ptsd and severe depression.

The writing is excellent -- immaculate tension that pays off in the end, flawless dialogue, and an attention to detail that really brought everything to life. There's so much to praise here. The periodic vignettes were a brilliant touch. And for me personally, the depiction of masculine affection between closeted men (in the gay romance subplot you can pursue with Sir Obren) resonated with me so hard.

The gameplay is just as good, even tho it takes a back seat to the story. It hit that sweet spot between clarity and challenge. I always really appreciate when the choices are more complex than just "pick the choice that best represents your highest stat."