Book Review: Dungeon Anarchist’s Cookbook by Matt Dinniman (Dungeon Crawler Carl Book 3)

Author: Matt Dinniman

Genre: LitRPG / Progression Fantasy / Dark Humor / Science Fiction Fantasy

Tropes: Dungeon Crawl, Survival, Found Family, Game-Like World, Deadly Challenges, Bounties, Dark Humor, Found Family, Talking Pets, Apocalypse

Spice Level: None

Format: Audiobook 

Series: Dungeon Crawler Carl — Book 3

    After leaving the third floor with Carl’s new device that he definitely can’t use yet, Carl and Donut head into the fourth floor’s Iron Tangle, where they meet up with Katia at the request of one of the other top-ten crawlers. Katia is still getting used to her new class, but she quickly becomes an important and connected part of the team.

    Now Carl, Donut, and their growing group have to figure out the secrets of the subway system while helping as many crawlers as they can—which, let’s be honest, is very much a Carl and Donut thing to do—and somehow make it to the next floor. Of course, there’s also the tiny problem of having bounties placed on their heads by anyone trying to take down the top ten.

    I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again: I am obsessed with the Dungeon Crawler Carl books. While I still really enjoyed this installment, it didn’t quite hit me the same way as the previous books. There was plenty of the action, violence, absurdity, and dark humor I’ve come to expect from this LitRPG series, but Carl felt like he was in a much darker mental place throughout this book. And honestly? I am so glad he got the cookbook. Those recipes are going to become far more important to Carl than he has any idea right now.

    We also get to see a side of Mordecai that I don’t think I’ve ever seen before. His temper really comes out, especially when it comes to the person Carl got the cookbook from. I genuinely never thought I’d see Mordecai physically lose his temper in a safe room, and while I definitely don't want it to become a regular occurrence, it was incredibly satisfying to watch. Now I desperately need the full story behind what happened there.

    Katia is another fantastic addition to the growing group. She starts this floor still trying to figure out her new class, but she quickly becomes an important part of the core team. I’m not sure whether she’ll remain with Carl and Donut for the entire series, but I really hope she does—or at least becomes one of those recurring background characters who sticks around long enough that you get emotionally attached to them. Donut spends quite a bit of time trying to improve Katia’s appearance, because obviously Donut has opinions about everything, but Katia seems to be doing just fine without taking all of her makeover advice.

    Zev is also slowly growing on me, although I still have some reservations there.

    The biggest difference for me with this book was the emotional tone. There’s some Skull Empire downtime, but the deaths are really beginning to take their toll. Carl is carrying more and more of the emotional weight of everything happening around him, and it makes this installment feel heavier than the previous books.

    I really hope the cookbook gives Carl something positive to hold onto before he gets too far inside his own head. And Mordecai really needs to slow down on the drinking. Seriously. It is bad on this floor. Like, bad bad.

    Even though this wasn't my favorite installment of the series, I still absolutely loved it. The action, violence, ridiculous situations, dark humor, character development, and completely unhinged world-building are exactly why I keep coming back to Dungeon Crawler Carl.

At this point, I don't think there is anything that could stop me from finishing this series.

And yes, I 100% plan on watching the TV adaptation when it comes out, especially because Jeff Hayes is voicing Donut. That casting decision alone has me ridiculously excited.

    This book is available on Kindle Unlimited or buy it on Amazon for $4.49 by clicking here. 

⭐ You’ll like this book if you enjoy:

• Progression fantasy with game-like mechanics

• Apocalypse and survival stories

• Dungeon crawls and deadly challenges

• Dark humor mixed with brutal violence

• Found family and unforgettable characters

• Talking pets with very strong personalities

• Emotional character development beneath the chaos

• Books that somehow make you laugh while simultaneously destroying you emotionally

Books by this Author: 

Dungeon Crawler Carl (Dungeon Crawler Carl Book 1) 

Carl's Doomsday Scenario (Dungeon Crawler Carl Book 2) 

Book Review: Stolen Vows by Cassia Quinn (Twisted Arrangements Book 1)

Genre: Dark Romance • Mafia Romance • Contemporary Romance

Tropes: Marriage of Convenience, Arranged Marriage, Mafia Boss, Touch Her and Die, Revenge Plot, Forced Marriage, Protective MMC, Slow Burn, Morally Gray Hero, Family Duty

Spice Level: 🌶️🌶️🌶️

Format: eBook

Series: Twisted Arrangements Book 1

    Sophia has always known her future wasn't hers to choose. As the eldest daughter of a powerful family, marriage has always been her duty. She doesn't love her fiancé, but after meeting him a handful of times, she believed they could at least build a respectful life together. She couldn't have been more wrong. On the night of their engagement party, her fiancé decides he doesn't like the color of her dress—and raises his fist to her. 

    Before he can strike, Roman steps in. Better known as Poseidon for the number of bodies he's supposedly sent to the bottom of the sea, Roman is one of the most feared men in the mafia. Sophia is stunned when he comes to her defense…until he blackmails her father into giving her to him instead. And if the rumors are true, his last wife is buried somewhere on his estate.

    I found this book on TikTok, and I have absolutely no regrets.

    This is a marriage of convenience wrapped inside a revenge story. Roman doesn't marry Sophia for love—at least not at first. His goal is simple: destroy her former fiancé by taking away everything the man values, including the woman he believed belonged to him. It's the perfect setup for a mafia romance full of tension and shifting loyalties.

    Roman makes an excellent morally gray hero. He begins the story as distant, intimidating, and emotionally closed off, but one thing becomes clear almost immediately: he refuses to stand by while Sophia is abused. That single moment completely changed my expectations for his character. Because of that, I found myself questioning the rumors surrounding his first wife almost from the beginning. I'm happy to say the truth behind that storyline was worth the wait and made perfect sense once everything was revealed.

    Sophia was just as enjoyable to read. One thing I particularly appreciated was that she earns many of her victories herself. Roman certainly protects her when she needs it, but he doesn't solve every problem or hand her success simply because she's his wife to be. In mafia romances, it's surprisingly refreshing to see a heroine carve out her own place instead of relying entirely on the hero's influence.

    Their relationship develops naturally as trust slowly replaces obligation, making the romance feel earned rather than rushed. Especially that Roman had to earn her back, instead of her just giving him whatever he asks without question. The ending wrapped up Roman and Sophia's story nicely while also planting the seeds for future books. Personally, I'm already hoping Baron ends up with Sophia's younger sister. After everything that happened, I think he deserves his own happily ever after too. 

    This book is available on Kindle Unlimited or buy it on Amazon for $4.99 by clicking here. 

⭐ You'll Love This Book If You Enjoy:

• Mafia romances with protective heroes
• Marriage of convenience
• Revenge-driven plots
• Touch Her and Die energy
• Morally gray MMCs
• Strong heroines who earn their victories
• Slow-burn trust and romance
• Family obligation and arranged marriages
• Rumors, secrets, and hidden pasts
• Dark romance with satisfying character growth

    A compelling mafia romance that blends revenge, forced marriage, and slow-building trust into a story filled with emotional tension, protective instincts, and two characters who genuinely grow.

Book Review: The Debt Diary by Joshua Neal

Genre: Dystopian Fiction • Literary Fiction • Coming-of-Age

Tropes: Dystopian Britain, Illegal Immigrant MC, Survival Story, Homeless Protagonist, Found Family, Moral Dilemmas, Government Oppression, Near-Future Society, Bittersweet Ending

Spice Level: None

Format: Paperback 

Series: Standalone 

     Harry is a teenage illegal immigrant living in a near future dystopian Britain. The immigration laws have cracked down and those without citizenship papers are targets for scorn and abuse. For a young homeless man just trying to survive in the only home he's ever known this is difficult. And the prime minister's new rally isn't helping matters. When foot traffic and help starts getting more spaced Harry does the only thing he can think of: he heads to a known trafficker and offers to be a lookout for $20. This leaves Harry with a new dependent and more than his own future on the line. 

    I received a complimentary paperback of this book from the author in exchange for an honest review.  

    The plot itself of this book is intense and leaves off on a bittersweet note. A young illegal immigrant living in a country that has declared war on his kind living in an abandoned roofless warehouse and not knowing where his next meal or water will come from. He tries to be as honorable as possible, keeping a diary of everything he has ever had to steal in order to survive. But, when that same diary starts adding entries of things he couldn't imagine stealing, Harry feels he is trapped by a fate not yet lived. He spends so much time hoping for a better life and just to live that the end hits different. I don't want to spoil it, but it was like it was all for nothing. 

    The author has a way with words that allows the reader to see in detail every single item around Harry at any given time, be it a helicopter whispering overhead, a man standing in a garden, a train pulling into a station, or the decorations in a square. We always know what is around our character as he just tries his best to survive. He makes some questionable decisions along the way, but he is 17 and none of us make great decisions at that age. 

    Although I was occasionally pulled out of the story by some of the phrasing I enjoyed the plot and hope for good things from this author in the future. 

    This book is available on Kindle Unlimited or buy it on Amazon for $1.23 by clicking here. 

⭐ You'll Love This Book If You Enjoy:

• Near-future dystopian fiction
• Coming-of-age survival stories
• Social and political commentary
• Homeless protagonists
• Morally complex decisions
• Character-driven literary fiction
• Emotional, bittersweet endings
• Realistic dystopian settings
• Stories about hope in impossible circumstances
• Books that make you reflect after finishing

Book Review: Alpha Heat by Deva Long (Sons of Thunder MC Book 1)

Genre: Paranormal Romance • Shifter Romance 

Tropes: Fated Mates, Protective MMC, Kidnapping, Instant Attraction, Strong-Willed Heroine, Rescue Romance, Cliffhanger Ending, Series Starter

Spice Level: 🌶️

Format: eBook

Series: "Book" 1 / Must Continue to Find the Story

    Grace Dawson heads to the beach to do some advertising for a local surf shop that sponsors the business she runs with her best friend. Afterward, she decides to relax with a glass of wine and a float in the water. A little wine and some…self-care later, she accidentally falls asleep. She wakes up in a cage. Just when she's convinced she's doomed, two mysterious men arrive and rescue her. Now she has to give her statement to the police…from a handsome stranger's hotel room. And somehow, her life just became far more complicated.

    This was a freebie I picked up at some point and promptly buried beneath the other ten thousand books on my Kindle until now.

    For only seventy pages, this packs in quite a bit. We get a paranormal shifter romance featuring two strong-willed MCs, an intriguing kidnapping mystery, and plenty of chemistry and tension right from the start.

    The premise immediately hooked me. Waking up in a cage is certainly one way to get a story moving, and I was curious to see where things were headed. The interactions between the characters were fun, and there was enough danger and intrigue to keep me reading straight through. That said, this feels much more like an extended introduction than a complete story.

    The book essentially introduces the couple, establishes their origin story, and then ends right as things are getting interesting. Since it's only around seventy pages, I can't say much more without spoiling everything, but don't expect many answers by the final page.

    Unfortunately, I'm not usually a fan of stories broken into multiple short installments. I prefer getting a more complete story in each book, so while I enjoyed my time with this one, I don't know that I'll actively seek out the rest of the series. Still, the foundation is there. The premise is strong, the tension works, and the characters have enough chemistry that I can absolutely see why other readers would continue on.

    This book is available for free on Amazon by clicking here. 

⭐ You'll Love This Book If You Enjoy:

• Paranormal shifter romances
• Why Choose/Reverse Harem setups
• Fated mates
• Protective, possessive MMCs
• Kidnapping and rescue scenarios
• Fast-paced novella romances
• High tension and instant chemistry
• Strong-willed heroines
• Stories that end on a cliffhanger
• Quick reads with intriguing premises

A short but entertaining paranormal romance that delivers danger, chemistry, and shifter intrigue—just be prepared for it to end right when the story really starts getting good.

Book Review: A Fading Crown of Glory by Andrzej Gieralt

Genre: Epic Fantasy • Political Fantasy • High Fantasy

Tropes: Reluctant King, Sibling Rivalry, Political Intrigue, Betrayal, Succession Crisis, Magic, Religious Conflict, War & Conquest, Morally Gray Characters, Bittersweet Ending

Spice Level: None

Format: ARC / eBook

Series: Possible Series Starter

 

                After the fall of the Assigner and the battle with the Tratkeans where his father falls in battle Prince Adacos is crowned King of Eracians. It was a title always thought would go to his sister, Szerfalia, but with her disobeying his father to circumvent the official heir naming he changed the laws shortly before his untimely death. Adacos never wanted to become King, but with this new power he wants only to convert the Tratkean pagans to the Eracian religion and help them achieve peace in their afterlives free from the Void. Szerfalia and her new fiancée, Taralos, have other plans. Believing the crown should have been theirs, for various reasons, they will stop at nothing to see the usurper dethroned.

                I received a complimentary ARC of this book from the author.

                This is an exciting and fast paced fantasy book filled with magic, betrayal, political ambition, and a lot of religion mixed in. We know I’m not a fan of religion, but while the characters in this book were much like Christians trying to force their religion down another providence’s throats, I am happy to report that it failed as spectacularly as it always does. There is a reason “live and let live” is the best way to be when it comes to religion. So, with that in mind, I don’t count this as a detractor. Also, while it was a large part of the book, it was usually happening in the background with minor instances of it coming to the fore.

                The writing is great and easy to understand in every aspect except for the occasional time transitions. It isn’t a big thing and does not detract from the story. Something is going on in one time and when that scene ends the author wants to jump into the future, past the slow bits in the story of relative peace, and to the next plot point. Efficient, but the segway was sometimes confusing. Sometimes it would take until halfway through the first 10 paragraphs to know how much time had passed and that we were no longer at the previous event.

                There is a lot to love in this story. I loved how Adacos’s actions slowly snuck up on him till he realized everywhere that he had gone wrong. The author does an amazing job of keeping just enough things going on that the story feels action-packed without being busy. The ending was bitter-sweet but left open where that the story could continue on and it seems like it will. I do wish we found out a bit more about Taralos’ family at the end since I genuinely don’t know what happened there. I am trying to keep that point vague, because I don’t want to give away the ending to a very good fantasy read.

                I was a bit surprised that although there are Beast-men and magic in this world it is still largely similar to our own. Sure, the characters rode Elk into battle and for traveling instead of horses, but it surprised me that we weren’t riding some fantastical beast. This made the book have a more real-world aspect while still remaining firmly in the fantasy sect. I would absolutely read more by this author in the future and hope for the best for the future of Eracia.

⭐ You'll Love This Book If You Enjoy:

• Epic fantasy with political intrigue
• Reluctant rulers and succession crises
• Sibling rivalries and family betrayal
• Magic woven into realistic worlds
• Religious conflict and moral dilemmas
• Character-driven fantasy
• War and kingdom-building
• Multiple intertwining plotlines
• Bittersweet endings
• Fantasy worlds with room for future stories

I will update this review with a link for purchase when it becomes available. 

Book Review: Icebreaker by Steven William Hannah The Interloper Trilogy Book 1)

 Genre: Post-Apocalyptic Science Fiction • Cosmic Horror • Dystopian Fiction

Tropes: Mysterious Phenomenon, Found Family Crew, End of the World, Forbidden Research, Shared Dreams, Survival Journey, Religious Conflict, Slow-Build Mystery, Expedition Story

Spice Level: None

Format: eBook

Series: The Interloper Trilogy Book 1 

    Bear has spent his entire life in Forgehead. Since the Cataclysm, that isn't unusual. Most people stay where they are born, rarely venturing beyond the safety of their communities. Even if Bear had the opportunity to leave, he isn't sure he would. His research is here. Illegal research.

    As one of the few people studying the mysterious phenomenon devastating the world, Bear knows more than most about what happens when it arrives. First come the dreams. Then comes the madness. People caught without their sensory blockers succumb to its influence, abandoning food, water, and reason as they obsessively carve strange runes into every available surface until death finally claims them. 

    When Bear's friend Callum, head of Forestry, sends him with the Crawler crew to warn Union City that the phenomenon is moving toward them, the mission should be simple. Except the Dreamers have already disabled the radio towers. Now they're heading into danger blind, carrying a warning that may already be too late.

    I received a complimentary physical copy of this book from the author.

    As someone who loves post-apocalyptic fiction, this book immediately checked a lot of boxes for me. It combines survival, mystery, horror, and science fiction into a world that feels both fascinating and deeply unsettling.

    One of my favorite aspects of the story is how little certainty exists about the apocalypse itself. The characters know the phenomenon is real, but nobody truly understands it. Depending on who you ask, it might be Gaia, Hell, divine judgment, or something else entirely. That uncertainty creates a constant sense of tension throughout the story.

    The shared dream sequences and the madness that follows were especially creepy. Watching people slowly lose themselves to an unseen force was far more disturbing than any traditional monster could have been. The idea of entire communities living in fear of dreams and visions adds an eerie atmosphere that lingers long after you stop reading.

    The world-building was another standout. Rather than focusing solely on survival, the story explores how different groups and belief systems have adapted to life after the Cataclysm. I particularly enjoyed seeing various religions attempt to explain the phenomenon through their own perspectives. Whether they viewed it as a scientific mystery, a spiritual event, or something far darker, those differing viewpoints added depth to the world.

    Dusty ended up being one of the most intriguing characters for me. The more we learn about him, the more questions arise. His abilities, his history, and even something as simple as his age remain largely unexplained by the end of the book. Every answer seems to create two new mysteries.

    There are definitely a lot of unanswered questions when the story ends, but in this case that felt intentional rather than frustrating. The mystery surrounding the phenomenon remains one of the driving forces of the narrative, and I found myself wanting more information right alongside the characters.

    I did worry a little about Bear's relentless pursuit of answers. His determination makes sense, but it also feels like the kind of obsession that could create major problems for the crew later in the series. Whether that's a strength or a flaw remains to be seen.

    The ending leaves plenty of room for future books while still delivering an engaging first installment. I walked away with far more questions than answers, but I was invested enough to want those answers.

    This book is available on Kindle Unlimited or buy a copy on Amazon for $2.99 by clicking here. 

⭐ You'll Love This Book If You Enjoy:

• Post-apocalyptic science fiction
• Cosmic horror and creeping dread
• Shared dream mysteries
• End-of-the-world survival stories
• Complex world-building
• Religious and philosophical themes
• Slow-burn mysteries
• Found family expedition crews
• Unexplained supernatural phenomena
• Books that leave you theorizing afterward

Book Review: Carl’s Doomsday Scenerio by Matt Dinniman (Dungeon Crawler Carl Book 2)

Genre: LitRPG • Science Fiction • Dark Comedy • Post-Apocalyptic Fantasy

Tropes: Dungeon Crawl, AI Game Master, Talking Animal Companion, Found Family, Survival Game, Leveling System, Quest-Based Adventure, Dark Humor, Apocalypse

Spice Level: None

Format: Audiobook

Series: Dungeon Crawler Carl Book 2

    Carl and Donut survived the first two floors of the dungeon. Barely. They even managed to rescue most of the nursing home residents along the way, which is honestly more impressive than some of the boss fights. Now they've reached the third floor, where crawlers must choose their race, gain new abilities, and begin carving out their place in the dungeon hierarchy. This is where Carl and Donut stop being just another pair of survivors and start becoming legends.

    The third floor introduces a massive sky-fowl city filled with quests, factions, side missions, and enough chaos to keep even the most experienced crawlers busy. Mordecai warns them repeatedly to avoid the quests and focus on leveling, but when has Carl's life ever gone according to plan? Before long they're tangled up with a half-niad royal, a circus full of possessed animals, a town-saving mission, and a series of increasingly ridiculous situations where failure could mean Donut's death. 

    I don't think it's possible for me to be objective about Dungeon Crawler Carl anymore. This series has become a permanent fixture in my personality and I regret absolutely nothing. By this point, the world-building really starts to expand. The dungeon feels larger, stranger, and more alive than ever before. We learn more about Borant, the viewers, and the bizarre economy that keeps the crawl running. Every floor somehow manages to feel completely different while still maintaining the same chaotic energy that made me fall in love with the series in the first place.

    One of my favorite aspects of this installment was seeing Carl and Donut truly establish themselves as major players. They're no longer simply reacting to whatever the dungeon throws at them—they're beginning to influence events themselves, whether anyone likes it or not. We also get significantly more Mongo in this book, which is always a win. He's finally grown into his full dinosaur glory and, while he's still very much a child with selective hearing, Donut has become a much more capable dinosaur parent. Their interactions remain some of the funniest moments in the series.

    The humor continues to be absolutely unmatched. The AI remains weirdly obsessed with Carl's feet, Mordecai is perpetually exhausted by everyone's existence, and Donut somehow manages to be both hilarious and infuriating in equal measure. At the same time, the emotional moments hit harder than ever. There were several reveals throughout this book that added depth to the larger story, including finally learning the truth about Ferdinand. Some long-running mysteries begin paying off, while others are only becoming more intriguing.

    And then there's that ending. I won't spoil it, but let's just say Carl acquires something that has all the potential to become an absolute disaster later. Knowing Carl, it almost certainly will. I am both excited and terrified to see what happens next.

    The audiobook continues to be phenomenal. At this point, Jeff Hays doesn't just narrate these characters—he is these characters. I genuinely cannot imagine experiencing this series any other way.

⭐ You'll Love This Book If You Enjoy:

• LitRPG adventures
• Dark humor and absurd situations
• Talking animal companions
• Dungeon crawls with unique mechanics
• Explosive action and boss fights
• Found family dynamics
• AI characters with questionable motives
• Quest-heavy fantasy adventures
• Apocalypse survival stories
• Books that balance comedy and emotional moments

This book is available on Kindle Unlimited or buy it on Amazon for $4.99 by clicking here. 

Books by this author: 

Dungeon Crawler Carl (Dungeon Crawler Carl Book 1)

Dungeon Anarchists Cookbook (Dungeon Crawler Carl Book 3)

Book Review: The Game Master’s Legacy by Michael D Bridges

Genre: LitRPG • Sci-Fi Fantasy • Cyberpunk Adventure

Tropes: Full-Immersion VR, Disabled MC, Sentient NPCs, Evil Corporation, Glitch-Walker, Virtual Reality Survival, Inherited Legacy, AI Consciousness

Spice Level: None

Format: ARC / eBook

Series: Potential Series Starter

    Kade’s real world is painfully small. Confined to a wheelchair and dependent on a ventilator for most of his life, his only true escape exists inside Aethelgard, the fully immersive VR world his father created before his death. In the game, Kade isn’t weak or fragile—he’s a legendary speedrunner and glitch-walker capable of bending the world’s rules.

    But now the corporation Neosy wants control of the system. And Kade refuses to let them take it. Aethelgard is more than just a game. It’s the only place Kade has ever truly felt free, and his father left him the keys to protect it. There’s just one problem: every code alteration comes with a cost under the Law of Conservation of Code. And Kade himself is the price.

    Meanwhile, Neosy has unleashed EGO to “optimize” the system and recover the mysterious soul-data hidden within the game. They won’t stop until they control everything—including the sentient NPCs who may be far more alive than anyone realizes.

    I received a complimentary ARC copy of this book from the author.

    As someone who absolutely loves LitRPGs and full-immersion VR stories, this immediately grabbed my attention—but what surprised me most was how different it felt from most books in the genre. Kade’s physical disability fundamentally shapes both the emotional core of the story and the stakes within the game itself. In most VR LitRPGs, the virtual world is simply an escape or power fantasy. Here, Aethelgard is deeply personal. It’s the one place where Kade can move freely, feel independent, and connect to the legacy his father left behind. That emotional weight made the story hit harder than I expected.

    The concept behind the “Law of Conservation of Code” was one of the coolest parts of the book. Any change to the game must be balanced with a cost, and because Kade is considered the most unstable variable, he absorbs the consequences physically. It added genuine tension to every major action and made the coding mechanics feel dangerous rather than convenient. That said, the phrase itself was repeated a lot throughout the story—twenty-three times, according to my count—and it occasionally became distracting. Similarly, Kade consistently referring to his father by his full name instead of simply “Dad” during emotional moments felt a little unnatural to me.

    But honestly? Those were very minor complaints in an otherwise incredibly engaging read. I finished the book within 24 hours because once it gets moving, it’s hard to put down. The battle scenes are intense, the emotional moments land well, and the sentient NPCs completely stole my heart. I will always love stories where artificial beings blur the line between programming and personhood.

    And the revenge? Absolutely deserved. Vane got off far easier than I personally would have allowed. The ending leaves room for future books with a small cliffhanger that feels intriguing without being frustrating, and I would absolutely continue this series if the author expands the world further.

---

You’ll Love This Book If You Enjoy:

• LitRPG and VRMMO stories
• Full-immersion virtual reality worlds
• Disabled protagonists in fantasy/sci-fi
• Sentient NPCs and AI consciousness
• Cyberpunk corporations and conspiracies
• Emotional sci-fi adventures
• High-stakes coding and game mechanics
• Fast-paced action with emotional depth
• Ready Player One-style vibes
• Stories where virtual worlds truly matter

A fast-paced and emotionally grounded LitRPG that blends immersive VR gaming, corporate intrigue, and heartfelt character stakes into a genuinely compelling sci-fi adventure.

This book will be published June 1, 2026, but I do not yet have price points or if it will be available with Kindle Unlimited. I will update this page when I know more. 

Book Review: The Phantom Beast by K. B. Broas (The Seers Book 1)

 Genre: YA Sci-Fi Horror • Paranormal Thriller

Tropes: Teens with Powers, Hidden World, Small Town Horror, Psychic Abilities, Creatures in the Dark, Found Friendship, Cosmic Horror Vibes

Spice Level: None

Format: Paperback

Series: The Seers Book 1

    Jake is losing his mind. At least, that’s the only explanation that makes sense after watching his best friend literally fall from the sky and wake up buried in a golf course. Ever since surviving a cave collapse, Johnny has come back… different. He can see and manipulate mysterious forces he calls strands.

    Now Jake and Johnny's girlfriend are being pulled into a hidden reality where people can alter perception, manipulate emotions, and bend the world around them in terrifying ways. But Jake’s abilities are unlike the others. Instead of flying or controlling objects, he can make people feel disgusted —or force their attention to slide right past him entirely. And once you become aware of the strands, you also become visible to the things lurking in the dark. Especially the creatures hunting Johnny.

    I received a complimentary paperback copy of this book from the author, and first off—the cover is absolutely gorgeous. It immediately caught my attention, and thankfully the story inside lived up to it.

    This is a fast-paced YA sci-fi horror novel that follows three teenagers as they uncover a hidden world tied to these mysterious “strands” and the terrifying entities connected to them. What starts as confusion and discovery quickly spirals into something much darker.

    I really enjoyed watching the characters go from ordinary high school students starting a new school year to kids trying desperately to survive forces they barely understand. Their shared connection to the strands initially brings them closer together, but the horrors stalking them slowly begin tearing those bonds apart. 

    The horror elements were easily my favorite part. The whistling creatures were deeply unsettling—especially the way they lure people into trancelike states—and the larger entity capable of tearing apart reality itself to reach Johnny added genuine tension and danger to the story. The deeper the group gets into this hidden world, the more oppressive and terrifying everything becomes.

    The pacing stays strong throughout, and the story constantly pushes you forward wanting to know what happens next. Even seemingly smaller moments, like dealing with school bullies, end up feeding directly into the larger horror unfolding around them.

    That turning point? Incredible. It’s the moment the darkness truly notices them, and from there there’s no going back. As soon as I finished the book, I handed it off to my high-school-aged niece, and she ended up loving it just as much as I did. This feels like the kind of YA sci-fi horror that could easily hook both teen and adult readers alike. I’d absolutely read more from this author in the future.

You’ll Love This Book If You Enjoy:

• YA sci-fi horror
• Teenagers discovering supernatural powers
• Hidden worlds and secret abilities
• Creepy creatures lurking in the dark
• Cosmic horror vibes
• Fast-paced paranormal thrillers
• Friendship dynamics under pressure
• Psychological horror mixed with action
• Stranger Things-style energy

A tense and imaginative YA horror story packed with eerie creatures, mysterious powers, and teenagers thrown into a terrifying hidden reality.

    This book is available on Kindle Unlimited or buy it on Amazon for $0.99 by clicking here. 

Book Review: Dungeon Crawler Carl by Matt Dinniman (Dungeon Crawler Carl Book 1)

 Genre: LitRPG • Sci-Fi Fantasy • Apocalypse Adventure

Tropes: Dungeon Crawl, Alien Invasion, Survival Game, Talking Animal Companion, Dark Humor, Reality TV Apocalypse, Leveling System, Found Family

Spice Level: None

Format: Audiobook

Series: Dungeon Crawler Carl Book 1

    When The Flattening happened, Carl was outside in nothing but boxers, a jacket, and his girlfriend’s too-small Crocs trying to coax her prize-winning cat out of a tree during the coldest night of the year. Then every building on Earth vanished. Aliens have arrived, civilization has collapsed, and the only chance humanity has to survive is entering massive underground dungeons scattered around the globe. If humanity can clear every level, they get to keep Earth.

    Simple, right? Now Carl and Princess Donut—yes, the cat—must descend floor by floor through a televised apocalypse filled with monsters, traps, insanity, and an AI host that may be having entirely too much fun watching humanity suffer-and a weird fetish.

    Welcome to the dungeon, crawler.

    I absolutely love LitRPGs, and this series had been floating around my book group forever before I finally gave in and started it. My husband had technically started it first but never finished… until I bullied him into continuing because I needed someone else to witness the chaos. And chaos is truly the best word for this book.

    Princess Donut Queen Anne Chonk, Best in Dungeon is hands-down one of the greatest characters I’ve ever encountered in a LitRPG. She starts off delightfully obnoxious, overly dramatic, and completely ridiculous—but somehow becomes impossible not to love almost immediately.

    Book one mainly establishes Carl, Donut, and Mordecai while throwing them headfirst into complete madness. Between murderous monsters, explosive combat, bizarre dungeon mechanics, and an AI obsessed with feet for reasons I genuinely do not want explained, the humor in this series is unmatched. The dark comedy absolutely lands.

    One minute you’re laughing at Donut demanding proper recognition and the next you’re witnessing horrifying dungeon brutality. Somehow the series balances absurdity and violence perfectly without losing momentum.

    I listened to this on audiobook and immediately started book two the second it ended. The narration is phenomenal. The narrator gives Carl this Kronk-esque energy that somehow works perfectly, and now I genuinely cannot imagine Carl sounding any other way. Donut’s voice is equally iconic.  And yes—Donut talks. A magical pet biscuit gives her sentience, and from that point onward the series becomes even more unhinged in the best possible way.

    This book ends with Carl and Donut descending to the next floor, already mildly traumatized and wildly underprepared for what’s coming next. Unfortunately for them—and fortunately for us—it only gets worse from there. The combination of nonstop action, dark humor, ridiculous dungeon mechanics, explosive violence, and genuinely lovable characters makes this one of the strongest LitRPG starters I’ve ever read. Add in the unusual detail of Carl being former Coast Guard instead of the typical overpowered military archetype, and the whole thing just feels fresh.

    At this point my ringtone, notification sound, and phone background are all Dungeon Crawler Carl themed, so I think it’s safe to say this series consumed my personality a little bit. No regrets. I don’t feel like I need to say that I will be reading on in this series, because who could possibly stop after book one? After all crawlers, we have to get out there are “Kill, Kill, Kill!” There isn’t a thing I would change about these books and will be sad when I run out of them. Side note. I MAY have a DCC tee shirt on that says "I AM YELLING, CARL" as I write this...

You’ll Love This Book If You Enjoy:

• LitRPG and dungeon crawl stories
• Dark humor mixed with brutal survival
• Talking animal companions
• Reality TV-style apocalypse settings
• Explosive action and nonstop chaos
• Alien invasion stories
• Video game leveling systems
• Audiobooks with incredible narration
• Found family dynamics
• Ridiculous humor alongside real emotional stakes

An absolutely chaotic LitRPG masterpiece full of explosions, monsters, dark comedy, and one unforgettable talking cat.

    This book is available on Kindle Unlimited or buy it on Amazon for $4.99 by clicking here. 

Books by this author: 

Carl's Doomsday Scenario (Dungeon Crawler Carl Book 2)

Dungeon Anarchists Cookbook (Dungeon Crawler Carl Book 3)

Book Review: We Are Legend by Daron Kappanauff

 Genre: YA Horror • Post-Apocalyptic Horror

Tropes: Apocalypse Survival, Monster Invasion, Teen Survivors, Creature Horror, Survival Camp, Cannibalism, Fast-Paced Horror

Spice Level: None

Format: Physical Book

Series: Standalone 

    Nine months after the goblin apocalypse began, a group of gifted teens are still surviving on their own. No adults. No real safety. And supplies are running dangerously low.

    If they want to survive much longer, they’ll have to leave the relative safety of their camp and venture back into a world overrun by flesh-hungry goblins. The problem? Every supply run could easily become their last. And even if they make it back alive… how long can this kind of survival really last?

    I received a physical copy of this book complimentary from the author. 

    First and foremost: check your triggers before going into this one. This YA horror contains a lot of teen death. Like… a lot. Child and teen death is usually an immediate DNF for me, and in this case I ended up skipping multiple scenes because it was simply too much for my personal tastes. That said, outside of that issue, the actual premise is incredibly fun.

    The book has a very strong Gremlins-inspired apocalypse feel. The goblins are chaotic, vicious little creatures with an appetite for human flesh, and the similarities in appearance to Gizmo were hard to miss—in the best way. The reveal surrounding how the goblins come into existence was fairly obvious early on, but the deeper explanation later in the story still worked well.

    The pacing is one of the book’s strongest elements. Once things start moving, the story barely slows down. Between the goblin attacks, survival tension, and moments of outright horror—including cannibalism—the book keeps the pressure high throughout.

    The author clearly has a talent for writing fast-paced creature horror and survival situations. I’d absolutely read more from him in the future… preferably with significantly fewer dead kids. At least let them turn eighteen first.

---

You’ll Love This Book If You Enjoy:

• Gremlins-style creature horror
• YA apocalypse survival stories
• Fast-paced monster attacks
• Survival camps and scavenging missions
• Horror with constant tension
• Creature features with gruesome stakes
• Post-apocalyptic worlds overrun by monsters

A brutal, creature-filled YA horror with nonstop action, survival tension, and goblin chaos straight out of a nightmare version of Gremlins.

This book is available on Kindle Unlimited or buy it on Amazon for $0.99 by clicking here. 

Book Review: Dungeon Incursions 3 by Adam Bright (Dungeon Incursions Book 3)

 Genre: LitRPG • Post-Apocalyptic Fantasy • Dungeon Crawl

Tropes: Dungeon Runs, Monster Portals, Team Progression, Apocalypse Survival, Leveling System, Government Control

Spice Level:  None

Format: Audiobook

Series: Dungeon Incursions Book 3

    Lance and his team have survived another brutal dungeon run and are steadily leveling up in the aftermath of the apocalypse. Once they’ve stopped “vibrating” enough for another incursion to be considered safe, they head toward a farm two hours outside the city. But outside the dungeons, the world is still changing. The government has issued a new directive that could drastically alter how survivors move forward—and Lance’s group will have to decide where they stand before the next portal opens.

    I’ve now read the first three installments in this series, and they absolutely need to be read in order. That said, I use the term “book” loosely here because these read more like episodic dungeon-crawling adventures than full-length novels.

    The primary focus is very clearly dungeon runs, combat sequences, monster encounters, and power progression.

    And honestly? The dungeon sections are the only fun bit. The portals themselves are one of the coolest aspects of the series. Each dungeon functions like a gateway into another world where monsters spill into Earth until the boss is defeated and the surviving humans are ejected back into reality. It’s a fantastic premise and creates nonstop tension whenever the team enters a new incursion.

    This installment’s dwarven enemies were especially well described, and the action scenes remain the strongest part of the series. The author clearly excels at combat and environmental descriptions.

    Where the series struggles a bit for me is outside the action. Even after three installments, there’s been very little character development, and I’m still not heavily invested in the cast themselves. The quieter moments often feel rushed—as though the story is eager to get back into the next dungeon instead of slowing down long enough to deepen the characters or world-building outside the incursions.

    Because of that, these feel more like “episodes” than fully fleshed-out novels. That isn’t necessarily bad—it just depends on what you’re looking for. If you want nonstop dungeon action and progression mechanics, this absolutely delivers. If you’re hoping for deep emotional arcs or heavy character-driven storytelling, it may feel a little thin.

    I already own the next two installments through the box set, so I’ll definitely keep going to see if the emotional investment catches up with the excellent premise.

---

You’ll Love This Book If You Enjoy:

• LitRPG apocalypse stories
• Dungeon crawling and boss battles
• Fast-paced action over heavy character drama
• Monster-filled alternate worlds
• Team-based leveling systems
• Episodic fantasy adventures
• Portal fantasy with survival stakes
• Continuous combat and progression mechanics

A fun, action-heavy LitRPG with an excellent dungeon concept that shines brightest when the monsters start pouring through the portals.

    This book is available on Kindle Unlimited or buy it on Amazon for $2.99 by clicking here. 

Books by this author: 

Dungeon Incursions Book 1

Dungeon Incursions Book 2

Book Review: Beautiful Venom by Rina Kent (Vipers Book 1)

 Genre: Dark Contemporary Romance • Sports Romance

Tropes: Secret Society, Hockey Romance, Revenge Plot, Morally Grey MMC, Touch Her and Die, Stalker-ish FMC, CNC, Dual POV

Spice Level: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️

Format: eBook

Series: Vipers Book 1

    Dahlia has one goal: find out who put her sister into a coma. The only lead she has points toward The Vipers, an elite secret society tied to the university hockey team. And the only way inside is through someone already connected to them. So Dahlia picks her target. Kane. After extensive observation that was definitely not stalking, she’s convinced he’s her best way in. What she doesn’t expect is that the cold, controlled persona Kane shows the world is nothing more than a mask hiding something much darker underneath. And once he notices her? There’s no going back.

    This was my reading group’s Book of the Month, and I loved every second of it. It’s a dark hockey romance that blends secret society tension with obsessive attraction perfectly. While hockey is technically the backdrop, the sport itself never overwhelms the story. We get a few hockey scenes, but the focus stays where it belongs: the twisted, addictive relationship between Dahlia and Kane.

    The book is told in dual POV, which works so well here because getting inside Kane’s head makes him even more fascinating. Watching Dahlia slowly break through his defenses was one of my favorite parts of the story. And the spice? Absolutely delivers. 

    The CNC scenes were especially well done because the trust and consent were always clear. The safe word dynamic made it possible for both characters to fully unleash their darker impulses while still maintaining a sense of safety and control. It never felt reckless—just intense in the best way.

    I also loved the balance between suspense and romance. The mystery surrounding Dahlia’s sister kept the tension high throughout the book, and every reveal pushed the story forward without slowing down the relationship development.

    And that ending? Perfect. I’m already excited to continue the series because it definitely feels like we’ll be making our way through the rest of the hockey team. Although… if Marcus gets a redemption arc, the author has a lot of work ahead of them because that man does not deserve a HEA right now.

---

You’ll Love This Book If You Enjoy:

• Dark hockey romance
• Secret societies and elite campus drama
• Morally grey, possessive MMCs
• Revenge-driven FMCs
• CNC romance with clear consent dynamics
• Dual POV romance
• Protective “touch her and die” energy
• High-spice contemporary romance with suspense

A dark, addictive sports romance packed with obsession, secrets, and chemistry that practically crackles off the page.

This book is available on Kindle Unlimited or buy it on Amazon for $5.99 by clicking here. 

Book Review: Apocalypse by Kyle West (The Wasteland Chronicles Book 1)

 Author: Kyle West

Genre: Young Adult / Post-Apocalyptic / Dystopian Sci-Fi

Tropes: Bunker Survival, Coming of Age, Survival Journey, Found Allies, Hidden Truths, End of the World, Cliffhanger Ending

Spice Level: None

Format: eBook

Series: The Wasteland Chronicles Book 1

---

    It’s been 30 years since the meteor Ragnarok crashed into Earth, forcing humanity into underground bunkers to survive. Of the original 144 bunkers, most have fallen—and no one knows why. The residents of Bunker 108 believe their only chance at survival is to remain completely closed off from the outside world.

    Until everything changes.

    When 16-year-old Alex goes on his first patrol with a senior guard, they discover a survivor from a neighboring bunker and bring him back. Within 24 hours, Bunker 108 falls—and Alex is forced to flee to a surface he’s only seen once in his life.

    This young adult post-apocalyptic novel throws you straight into the action and never lets up. The pacing is fast from the very beginning, making it an easy, bingeable read that keeps you turning pages. Even though this first installment focuses heavily on world-building and character setup, it never feels slow.

    As the story unfolds, we get key insights into what happened to Bunker 108, clues about the fall of other bunkers, and more information about the mysterious people Alex encounters on the surface. The world-building is layered in naturally, keeping the tension high while slowly revealing the bigger picture behind the apocalypse.

    Alex’s journey is filled with constant danger, making this a strong survival story with coming-of-age elements. Every chapter introduces new challenges, whether it’s navigating the unknown surface, dealing with other survivors, or uncovering unsettling truths about what’s really happening in this world.

    By the end, it’s clear this is just the beginning. While some questions are answered, many more are introduced, and the story ends on a light cliffhanger that sets up the next book in the series.

    Overall, this is an engaging YA dystopian survival story that balances action, mystery, and character development. If you’re looking for a fast-paced post-apocalyptic read with strong series potential, this is definitely worth picking up.

---

⭐ You’ll like this book if you enjoy:

• YA post-apocalyptic or dystopian survival stories
• Bunker or underground society settings
• Fast-paced, action-driven plots
• Coming-of-age journeys in dangerous worlds
• Mystery elements surrounding the apocalypse
• Books that set up a larger series with cliffhangers

This book is available on Amazon for FREE by clicking here. 

Book Review: Quicksilver by Callie Hart (Fae & Alchemy Book 1)

 Author: Callie Hart

Genre: Fantasy Romance / Paranormal Romance

Tropes: Hidden Powers, Portal Fantasy, Enemies-to-Lovers, Alphahole MMC, Possessive Hero, Fish Out of Water, Royalty / Court Politics

Spice Level: 🌶🌶🌶

Format: eBook

Series: Fae & Alchemy Book 1

---

    Saeris is good at keeping secrets. In a world where magic is punishable by death, the small abilities she has with metal could cost her everything if discovered. With her mother gone, she’s all her brother has left—and she refuses to risk leaving him alone.

    But one mistake changes everything.

    After stealing a guard’s bracer, Saeris finds herself facing execution at the hands of the Queen. Just when her fate seems sealed, the floor beneath her turns to liquid and a mysterious man steps through, saving her…only to drag her into an entirely different world. Now she’s trapped with no way home, and her so-called savior? Completely insufferable.

    This fantasy romance wastes no time pulling you in. Between the high-stakes magic system, portal fantasy elements, and intense character dynamics, it delivers a fast-paced and addictive story. And yes—this is a spicy fantasy romance that absolutely leans into its steam. I fell in love the moment he said "I’m about to introduce you to all seven gods. When you meet them, don’t forget to tell them I’m the one you worship on your knees.”

    Kingfisher is peak alphahole energy. Broody, arrogant, and frustrating in all the best ways—but once he falls, he falls hard. The shift from cold and distant to possessive and all-in happens quickly, and it’s incredibly satisfying to watch unfold. Saeris holds her own well, even when she’s completely out of her depth in a new world.

    The chemistry between them is strong from the start, and the tension builds alongside the plot. There’s also a great mix of action, magic, and world-building that keeps things moving beyond just the romance.

    One of the standout elements for me was the overall vibe—this is the kind of book that gives you that swoony, over-the-top alpha energy while still keeping you hooked on the story. And I have to mention the adorable fox, because it absolutely deserves the love.

    Overall, this is a gripping, spicy fantasy romance with a strong heroine, an irresistible (and infuriating) MMC, and a world that leaves you wanting more. I’ll definitely be continuing the series—I need to know what happens next.

---

⭐ You’ll like this book if you enjoy:

• Spicy fantasy romance with strong alpha MMCs
• Enemies-to-lovers with lots of tension
• Portal fantasy / transported to another world
• Possessive, broody “alphahole” heroes
• Magic, court politics, and high-stakes adventure
• Memorable side characters (and adorable animal companions!)

This book is available on Kindle Unlimited or buy it on Amazon for $9.99 by clicking here. 

Book Review: Devil by Rumor by Ariel Brouillette (Diabolic Hearts Book 1)

 Author: Ariel Brouillette

Genre: Dark Romance / Paranormal Romance / Fantasy Romance

Tropes: Deal with the Devil, Touch Her and Die, Morally Black MMC, Forced Proximity, Possessive Hero, Enemies-to-Lovers Vibes, Hell Setting

Spice Level: 🌶🌶🌶

Format: eBook

Series: Diabolic Hearts Book 1

---

    Carmen has been on the run for weeks from the man who tried to kill her. Going to the authorities isn’t an option—they’re too well connected, and no one would believe her anyway. Desperate and out of options, she makes a deal with a shadowy stranger to save her.

    The catch? Damon isn’t human.

    He’s the literal devil, and now Carmen is bound to him—forced to travel to Hell while he decides what to do with her. But the longer they’re together, the more she starts to get under his skin, breaking through his cold, unfeeling exterior. Determined to regain control, Damon considers releasing her from their bargain…until she chooses him instead. That’s when something dark, possessive, and eternal takes hold—and walking away is no longer an option.

    This dark paranormal romance delivers exactly what you want from a deal-with-the-devil story. Damon is far beyond morally gray—he’s firmly in morally black territory—and somehow still completely irresistible. The push and pull between him fighting his feelings and Carmen refusing to back down makes their dynamic addictive.

    The “touch her and die” energy is strong in this one, and it only intensifies as the story progresses. Carmen holds her own well, giving as good as she gets, which makes their chemistry even better.

    One of the standout elements for me was the foreshadowing. There’s a moment woven into the story that pays off in such a satisfying way later on, and it added a lot of depth to the overall plot. There’s also a key emotional moment that brings a sense of closure for Carmen, which I really appreciated.

    The story has a dramatic, almost addictive feel—like those over-the-top romance dramas where emotions run high, past relationships resurface, and chaos follows. And honestly? It works. I was completely hooked.

    Everything wraps up nicely while still setting the stage for the next book in the series. And I have one major hope: I need the next book to feature Death. There’s just too much potential there not to explore.

    Overall, this is a gripping dark romance with a powerful, possessive MMC, high emotional stakes, and just the right amount of drama and spice to keep you turning pages.

---

⭐ You’ll like this book if you enjoy:

• Dark “deal with the devil” romance
• Morally black, possessive demon MMCs
• Touch her and die energy
• Hell-based or demon realm settings
• High-drama romance with intense emotions
• Spicy paranormal romance with strong chemistry

This book is available on Kindle Unlimited or buy it on Amazon for $18.00 by clicking here. 

Book Review: Nameless by Jessica Sorensen (The Broken City Book 1)

Genre: Post-Apocalyptic Romance / Paranormal Romance / Dystopian Romance

Tropes: Reverse Harem, Why Choose, Vampire Overlords, Captive Heroine, Found Family, Hidden Identity, Slow Burn Romance, Survival

Spice Level: None (so far)

Format: eBook 

Series: The Broken City Book 1

---

    Humans don’t have names anymore. We are the Nameless—little more than cattle for the Wardens and the monsters that now rule what’s left of the world.

    But I had a name once. Allura.

    I can also do something most Nameless can’t: I can speak. And then there are the dreams—clear blue skies, green grass, and rain. Things that don’t seem to exist anymore. After years of imprisonment, I’m finally freed by Blaise and his group, only to discover that the outside world is nothing like those dreams. Which raises the question… were they ever just dreams at all?

    And if I start uncovering the truth about myself, I might become even more hunted than I already am.

    I originally picked this book up during a free deal and completely forgot about it until I was in the mood for a post-apocalyptic romance. Seeing that it was also a reverse harem (why choose) romance? Immediate bonus points.

    From the very first chapter, I was hooked.

    This is the kind of book that makes you ignore everything else you’re reading. I finished my original copy in one night—only to realize it was an older, much shorter version (about 64 pages). After some digging, I found out the author had combined multiple parts into an updated edition. I immediately downloaded it on Kindle Unlimited and flew through the next 100+ pages just as fast… only to hit another cliffhanger.

    And let me tell you—this story thrives on cliffhangers.

    The world-building is one of the most compelling parts of this dystopian paranormal romance. Earth has fallen, and vampire-like beings now control everything. The Wardens keep humans—the Nameless—imprisoned, while other creatures pay for the chance to feed on them. Most don’t survive long, but Allura is different. She doesn’t know how long she’s been captive or even how old she is, but she does know her essence is more valuable, she can speak, and she still has a name—even if she’s not allowed to use it.

    Once she’s freed, the story shifts into survival mode as she navigates a brutal, unfamiliar world with a group who has never known anything else. The found family dynamic starts to build here, and I was immediately attached to all of the guys.

    But Blaise? Absolutely my favorite.

    He’s a total sweetheart—at least when it comes to her—and I’m really hoping that continues as the relationships develop. As of where this book ends, this is very much a slow-burn reverse harem romance. There’s little to no spice yet, focusing instead on world-building, character development, and setting up future relationships.

    Overall, this is an incredibly addictive post-apocalyptic vampire-esque romance that will pull you in fast and leave you desperate for answers. The mystery, the characters, and the cliffhangers make it impossible to stop once you start.

And the best part? Books 2 and 3 are now available again—so unlike me originally, you don’t have to wait to continue.

---

⭐ You’ll like this book if you enjoy:

• Post-apocalyptic or dystopian romance
• Vampire or monster-controlled worlds
• Reverse harem / why choose romance
• Slow-burn relationships with strong buildup
• Found family and survival dynamics
• Books that hook you fast and end on cliffhangers

This book is available on Kindle Unlimited or buy it on Amazon for $4.99 by clicking here.