Book Reviews

Tunnel Rat: Causing Trouble in Two Worlds by The Walrus King is a strong example of LitRPG done right, with two distinct but well-developed settings: a crumbling dystopian future in the real world, and a vast, immersive fantasy game world called Genesis Engine. Both environments feel fully fleshed out, and the author does a good […]

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The Acts of Androkles by Ryan English is an expertly written and emotionally layered fantasy set in a Greek-inspired world filled with monsters, spirits, gods, and old debts that never quite die. It follows Androkles, a worn-down, battle-hardened veteran who spent twenty-five years in service to an empire, scraping together gold to reclaim his honour. […]

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Lord of the Mysteries by Cuttlefish That Loves Diving is a sprawling Chinese web novel that blends dark fantasy, Lovecraftian horror, steampunk, and mystery into a long-form narrative that’s both ambitious and intricately plotted. With over 1400 chapters across eight volumes, it’s a massive commitment but one that pays off for readers who enjoy slow-burn […]

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Changeling is a cyberpunk fantasy set in a post-apocalyptic world where portals unleashed monsters and mana, reshaping society. Sixty years later, mana users called Gleams dominate the world, and non-powered humans like the main character, Nestra, are being pushed aside. The story follows Nestra, a baseline human from a family of powerful Gleams, as she […]

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The Lone Wanderer [World-hopping & Clones LitRPG] by PathOfPen is an inventive and slow paced progression fantasy that delivers on its ambitious premise with impressive consistency and craft. At its heart, The Lone Wanderer is the story of Percy, a red-core nobody whose society has all but written him off. What makes the book stand […]

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The Vengeful Scribe by E.M. Dash is an immersive, darkly emotional fantasy that blends second-chance with rich worldbuilding, social commentary, and vivid, character-driven drama. Verdict: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (5/5 for dark fantasy readers) At its core, it’s the story of Jack, a man who died trying to take revenge on the sadistic noble who ruined his life. […]

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A Nerubian’s Journey by Fizzicks is a superb example of fanfiction done right, one that stands confidently alongside original epic fantasy thanks to its polished prose, thoughtful plotting, and remarkably human character work despite its monstrous protagonist. Set in Blizzard’s iconic Warcraft universe, the story begins with an irresistible hook: a man is reborn not […]

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Bog Standard Isekai is anything but “standard.” Miles English has delivered a remarkably thoughtful, slow-burn LitRPG that stands out for its careful worldbuilding, grounded character work, and refusal to lean on tired isekai power fantasies. From the first pages, readers are dropped into a grim, dangerous setting: a ruined town in a monster-infested bog, where […]

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Chaotic Craftsman Worships The Cube by Probably A Turnip is an exemplary LitRPG isekai that delivers far more than its premise suggests. While many reincarnation and portal fantasies focus on overpowered warriors, this series shines by putting its heart into crafting, enchanting, and the genuine challenges of carving out a place in an unfamiliar world. […]

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The Butcher of Gadobhra by The Walrus King is a standout example of LitRPG done with genuine care for its premise, its characters, and the broader social context that frames it. While it leans into familiar tropes, dungeons, stats, power progression, and system exploits, it does so with a level of thoughtfulness and humour that […]

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Mother of Learning by Domagoj Kurmaić (nobody103) is a rare example of serial fantasy fiction that delivers both the promise of its high-concept premise and the depth of fully realised storytelling. At over 800,000 words, spread over four arcs, it’s not a casual read, but for those willing to invest, it rewards attention with an […]

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Super Supportive by Sleyca is a carefully constructed, character-driven web serial that stands out among Royal Road’s superhero and sci-fi offerings for its subtlety and depth. While its premise initially appears straightforward, a teenager granted magical powers by an alien-administered “System” on Earth, the execution is far from formulaic. At its centre is Alden Thorn, […]

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