Josh Flanagan of IFanboy criticized the story's distinct tone from the main series, which he described as a "fierce counterpoint to how the story eventually end". He nonetheless praised it for its fun and interesting ideas about fiction, writing, and genres.The Comet had a more positive reception on the protagonist, stating that "Jack Horner was always a very unlikeable lead, being an arrogant womaniser who would always act in his own self-interest instead of helping others, but that was part of his charm, and it was difficult not to root for him despite his flaws.
Josh Flanagan of IFanboy criticized the story's unique tone, which he described as a "sharp contrast to how the story ultimately unfolds". He still appreciated it for its amusing and intriguing concepts about fiction, writing, and genres. The Comet had a more favorable reception towards the protagonist, noting that "Jack Horner was always an unlikable lead, being an arrogant womanizer who would always act in his own self-interest instead of helping others, but this made him charming, and it was hard not to root for him despite his flaws.