Book description
Davi's back, and she's not enjoying her new role as ruler. The time loop trapping her in a bloody, repetitive cycle of kingdom destruction? Still very much a thing. In this hilarious, razor-sharp sequel to How to Become the Dark Lord and Die Trying, Django Wexler delivers a follow-up that's even more brilliantly chaotic than its predecessor. Davi, now officially in charge, just wants peace-until Prince Johann's married life and Duke Aster's brutal governance shatter her plans. Enter the ancient magician, the restless armies, and the crushing weight of a curse she can't crack alone. The stakes? Utterly absurd, yet deeply engaging.
What makes this audiobook sing is Davi's voice-sarcastic, weary, and utterly unapologetic. The narrator nails her internal monologue, turning every frustrated sigh and witty retort into pure gold. You'll laugh at lines like, "I'd rather fight a dragon than explain my life choices to a smug prince," while simultaneously cheering as she outmaneuvers scheming nobles. The pacing is relentless, zipping from political intrigue to swordplay to existential dread with zero wasted breath. It's Lord of the Rings meets Groundhog Day, narrated by a gender-flipped Deadpool who's way too tired for this nonsense.
The praise from fellow authors isn't just hype-it's spot-on. Anthony Ryan's "darkly comic delight" perfectly captures the tone, while Max Gladstone's "twisty, pacey" description rings true as Davi navigates a labyrinth of lies. James L. Sutter's "swords-and-satire romp" is the best summary yet: this isn't just fantasy; it's a loving, hilarious takedown of the genre's clichΓ©s. You'll recognize every RPG trope being skewered, especially when Davi mutters, "If you can't beat 'em, join 'em," while plotting her next move.
The audiobook's strength lies in its energy. Every scene crackles with tension and humor, amplified by a performance that makes you feel Davi's exhaustion and her fierce, stubborn hope. When she finally confronts the loop's origins, the payoff feels earned-not through grand speeches, but through the sheer, unrelenting relatability of her struggle. It's a rare sequel that feels both like a satisfying conclusion and a thrilling setup for more chaos. Wexler doesn't just break the loop; he breaks the mold of tired fantasy tropes, all while making you laugh until you snort. If you love smart, subversive humor with heart, this is your next obsession. And honestly? You'll be glad Davi's finally ruling-just not the way you expected.
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Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience