A speed run is an attempt to beat a video game as fast as possible, for glory and personal satisfaction. Speed reading a book has never carried quite the same appeal, but perhaps that can change, with the addition of choice.

Here is a challenge, set in a fantasy world based on the principles of the speed run, where you the reader must guide the protagonist to her destiny, and perhaps a world record time. At crucial points you will have to make her decisions, and you should do so quickly, lest she careen into the void while waiting for you!

(This is a choose-your-own adventure, so decision links will only be made available (in the post-chapter note) as the chapters are posted, please check back if an option isn't highlighted yet, as it will be soon. if you don't want to wait, the full adventure can be found here!)

(cover image from Wikimedia commons: Bempton Cliffs from the coast path by Pauline E, photo has been cropped)