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The Cozy Abyss #1
A Pub in the Underworld
Death is only the beginning for one warrior as he encounters adventure, friendship, and romance in the afterlife in the epic first book of this cozy LitRPG.There are three levels to the afterlife. The best level is the Celestial Plains at the top. At the bottom is the worst level, known as the Chasm. And in between lies the Underworld. That’s where Sylas Runewulf, a brave soldier who gave all to his kingdom, finds himself after he dies.Following the guidance of a mysterious blue prompt, Sylas journeys to the town of Ember Hollow to breathe new life into a quaint local pub. Along the way, he meets a clever apothecary named Mira who helps him acclimate to the ins and outs of the realm and Patches, a corpulent cat who’s slightly . . . shall we say, unusual.Dubbing the pub “The Old Lamplighter,” Sylas hopes it will be a safe haven for other weary souls. Of course, it doesn’t feel that safe when the prompt reappears with a [You have 89 days until the invasion.]As Sylas works to decipher the troubling message, he faces more challenges, travels far and wide, and befriends wayward demons, magical creatures, and lost warriors. He also builds a community around his humble pub—one that he must soon defend, or they’ll all face a fate much worse than death . . .Blending fantasy LitRPG with a slice-of-life story about starting over, A Pub in the Underworld is the first adventure in Harmon Cooper’s Cozy Abyss series. Join Sylas and Patches on their charming journey of discovery, friendship, and defense against the unknown in a world where even the smallest decision could shape the fate of a community caught between realms.
352 pages, Paperback
First published February 6, 2024
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About the author
Harmon Cooper
143 books364 followersHarmon Cooper is the author of over sixty fantasy works. His bestselling series include Pilgrim, War Priest, Cowboy Necromancer, and Tokens and Towers.
His series, The Feedback Loop, is one of the earlier GameLit works first published in 2015. An earphone award winner for the series Death's Mantle, Harmon won the LitRPG/GameLit Audiobook of the Year award for Sacred Cat Island, narrated by Legends and Lattes author Travis Baldree.
Harmon write progression fantasy, cultivation fantasy, and LitRPG/GameLit.
His series, The Feedback Loop, is one of the earlier GameLit works first published in 2015. An earphone award winner for the series Death's Mantle, Harmon won the LitRPG/GameLit Audiobook of the Year award for Sacred Cat Island, narrated by Legends and Lattes author Travis Baldree.
Harmon write progression fantasy, cultivation fantasy, and LitRPG/GameLit.
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May 24, 2024
I'm bouncing on this and blaming the marketing. Which is atrocious. Cozy is all over this book's presentation, including the design of the cover. This is not a cozy story. Not only is the environment unrelentingly dark, but there are intractable (and powerful) adversaries and death in the bushes with trickster demons hanging around. And when the countdown timer to "invasion" started I gave up trying to find the slice-of-life. If you want cozy and/or slice-of-life, then existential threats and deadly environments are maybe contraindicated...
The writing of this is good. And I liked the characters. If I had gone in with other expectations, this may have been fine. Two stars for a marketing travesty, the second on the strength of the author's craft.
The writing of this is good. And I liked the characters. If I had gone in with other expectations, this may have been fine. Two stars for a marketing travesty, the second on the strength of the author's craft.
May 4, 2025
Pretty Good
I've heard good things about Harmon Cooper for years and I've been "Saving him up" for later. This is my first book by him and I liked it. I'm impressed.
A likeable MC who doesn't need to virtue signal with a semaphore, Some textured world building with lived in history, and a cast of diverse and fully fleshed out side characters.
This is a relaxed adventure, very well constructed.
****
BE AWARE: For my friends who are recovering alcoholics. This book correctly and accurately recalls the pleasures of Ale, pub life, and that feeling of belonging you get between your second and third beer. If Mr. cooper were way off base you could shrug it off, but this guy describes light, dark, and amber well enough to make a person thirsty. Yeah, the word PUB in the title was a dead giveaway, granted. Some books make drinking sound like a curse, this one... Reminds me why calling out sick tomorrow sounded like such a good idea. Some joys remembered reflect the warmth you once felt, and sometimes haunt you like a ghost.
Also. The next book is not out yet. Maybe check that book two has been published to avoid that long wait.
I've heard good things about Harmon Cooper for years and I've been "Saving him up" for later. This is my first book by him and I liked it. I'm impressed.
A likeable MC who doesn't need to virtue signal with a semaphore, Some textured world building with lived in history, and a cast of diverse and fully fleshed out side characters.
This is a relaxed adventure, very well constructed.
****
BE AWARE: For my friends who are recovering alcoholics. This book correctly and accurately recalls the pleasures of Ale, pub life, and that feeling of belonging you get between your second and third beer. If Mr. cooper were way off base you could shrug it off, but this guy describes light, dark, and amber well enough to make a person thirsty. Yeah, the word PUB in the title was a dead giveaway, granted. Some books make drinking sound like a curse, this one... Reminds me why calling out sick tomorrow sounded like such a good idea. Some joys remembered reflect the warmth you once felt, and sometimes haunt you like a ghost.
Also. The next book is not out yet. Maybe check that book two has been published to avoid that long wait.
February 7, 2024
A Cozy Trip Down
A Pub in the Underworld was an absolute gem of a book. With the rise of Cozy Fantasy I thought I knew what I was getting myself into, but, a cozy LitRPG?! Sign me up. It was such a relaxing book to adventure through. Harmon seriously took us to a whole new world with something completely different than what he normally writes. I was able to receive an ARC copy of the audio and Mathew Wolf gave us one heck of a performance! If you are looking for your next book to read, why not take a trip to the Underworld and visit Sylas Runewulf? I’m sure he has just the think you need.
A Pub in the Underworld was an absolute gem of a book. With the rise of Cozy Fantasy I thought I knew what I was getting myself into, but, a cozy LitRPG?! Sign me up. It was such a relaxing book to adventure through. Harmon seriously took us to a whole new world with something completely different than what he normally writes. I was able to receive an ARC copy of the audio and Mathew Wolf gave us one heck of a performance! If you are looking for your next book to read, why not take a trip to the Underworld and visit Sylas Runewulf? I’m sure he has just the think you need.
January 27, 2025
The Cozy Abyss series by Harmon Cooper is truly a gem, and A Pub in the Underworld, the first book in the series, is the perfect start to a story that effortlessly blends coziness with an intriguing mix of mystery and the supernatural. I can’t say enough how much I’ve enjoyed this book—and the entire series so far—and I continue to recommend it to anyone who’s looking for a unique and engaging read.
The premise of A Pub in the Underworld is as charming as it is fascinating: the story revolves around the main character, Sylas Runewulf (Recently Deceased), and his recently acquired property- a pub that exists in the underworld, where a diverse mix of characters from various realms—both magical and mythical—come together for drinks, conversation, and occasionally, a little bit of mischief. It’s cozy in a way that reminds me of the warmth and comfort of a beloved neighborhood spot, but it’s also filled with all the twists and mysteries that keep you coming back for more.
The plot itself is wonderfully unique and keeps you engaged from start to finish. There’s no rush, no overwhelming action; instead, it unfolds slowly, with great attention to detail and atmosphere.
What really sets A Pub in the Underworld apart, though, is Harmon Cooper’s writing. It’s clever, whimsical, and just the right amount of quirky to match the setting. Cooper has a gift for making even the most bizarre situations feel relatable and accessible. The dialogue is witty and fast-paced, and the book's overall tone has this delightful balance of lightheartedness and depth. It’s the kind of story you can relax into while still feeling hooked by its mysteries.
I’ve enjoyed the series so much that I’ve been recommending it to friends and fellow book lovers who enjoy cozy, character-driven fantasy with some edge. I have read books 1 and 2 twice!
The premise of A Pub in the Underworld is as charming as it is fascinating: the story revolves around the main character, Sylas Runewulf (Recently Deceased), and his recently acquired property- a pub that exists in the underworld, where a diverse mix of characters from various realms—both magical and mythical—come together for drinks, conversation, and occasionally, a little bit of mischief. It’s cozy in a way that reminds me of the warmth and comfort of a beloved neighborhood spot, but it’s also filled with all the twists and mysteries that keep you coming back for more.
The plot itself is wonderfully unique and keeps you engaged from start to finish. There’s no rush, no overwhelming action; instead, it unfolds slowly, with great attention to detail and atmosphere.
What really sets A Pub in the Underworld apart, though, is Harmon Cooper’s writing. It’s clever, whimsical, and just the right amount of quirky to match the setting. Cooper has a gift for making even the most bizarre situations feel relatable and accessible. The dialogue is witty and fast-paced, and the book's overall tone has this delightful balance of lightheartedness and depth. It’s the kind of story you can relax into while still feeling hooked by its mysteries.
I’ve enjoyed the series so much that I’ve been recommending it to friends and fellow book lovers who enjoy cozy, character-driven fantasy with some edge. I have read books 1 and 2 twice!
January 26, 2024
If you thought the underworld couldn't be cozy, think again.
I was lucky to receive an ARC of the audiobook for this cozy fantasy litrpg.
The book follows Silas, a former soldier with a heart of gold, as he finds himself with the deed to a pub in his life after death. He's joined by Patches, the resident pub cat and defender of the "Tavernly Realm", as he sets out to create a warm and inviting watering hole in the small town of Ember Hollow.
The narrator is wonderful, with a wide array of character voices. Check it out!
I was lucky to receive an ARC of the audiobook for this cozy fantasy litrpg.
The book follows Silas, a former soldier with a heart of gold, as he finds himself with the deed to a pub in his life after death. He's joined by Patches, the resident pub cat and defender of the "Tavernly Realm", as he sets out to create a warm and inviting watering hole in the small town of Ember Hollow.
The narrator is wonderful, with a wide array of character voices. Check it out!
September 20, 2024
This was exactly what I needed right now. Is it substantial? Not in the slightest. Is it cozy? I could hardly imagine something cozier. And I am in the busy season of weekend gigs at the renaissance faire, working 7 days a week all told, so I am tired and my brain is not braining. This was the perfect kind of light and cozy and proper fantasy vibes to match the mood.
The world building is a little weird, but it was consistent, and that sometimes matters more. Like, they're in the underworld, where everything, and everyone's "life-force" (death-force?) is fueled by MLUs, a.k.a., Mana Lumens. Fine, all good, they're in the underworld, it makes sense that everything is fueled by magic. But they also use it as currency, so they have like... Actual stats and numbers associated with it? Like "how many magics do you have?" "oh, I have 1370 magics." And they can increase the amount that they can hold by just.... Getting more? And that whole system leads into what I can only describe as their stat block. Like they can all pull up their interface, whatever that means, and see how many MLUs they have out of their max total, and they can see if they have any active quests going on. Like their video game HUD. Like they're living in a computer simulation. And was it weird? Yeah, kind of. But even if it was weird, it was consistent and logical, and it is a fantasy book, so like... Who knows? Maybe the afterlife is a computer simulation. Who am I to judge?
But mostly it was just cozy and wholesome. Silas is a very wholesome character, he could be powerful if he wanted to be, he's got the ability to gain more MLUs than anyone, but the dude just wants to be retired from being a soldier to go back to his roots working at a pub. He's just such fond memories of it as a child, and he just wants to make a nice place where people can gather, serve ale, grow a community. He goes out of his way to help people out, like a fire spirit from the chasm that most people would immediately distrust.
Also, Patches is the worlds best cat and I would die for Patches. I cannot even describe how much I loved this fictional pub cat. Doesn't understand MLUs, knows he's got some, pulls up the stats sometimes but doesn't know what they mean because cats don't understand numbers, takes his job protecting the pub from rodents very seriously, and because he's a cat, believe he owns everything. He calls the Old Lamp-Lighter as "his pub," and constantly refers to it as "The Tavernly Realm" and Silas just as "the big man." And I love it. It's such a perfect depiction of what I think most of us imagine goes on in a cat's head. Am I going on about a cat for too long? Maybe. In my defense though, he's like, a main character. Like, half the chapters belong to this cat, telling his part of the story. So I might be focusing a lot on Patches, but the book did it first, so there.
The world building is a little weird, but it was consistent, and that sometimes matters more. Like, they're in the underworld, where everything, and everyone's "life-force" (death-force?) is fueled by MLUs, a.k.a., Mana Lumens. Fine, all good, they're in the underworld, it makes sense that everything is fueled by magic. But they also use it as currency, so they have like... Actual stats and numbers associated with it? Like "how many magics do you have?" "oh, I have 1370 magics." And they can increase the amount that they can hold by just.... Getting more? And that whole system leads into what I can only describe as their stat block. Like they can all pull up their interface, whatever that means, and see how many MLUs they have out of their max total, and they can see if they have any active quests going on. Like their video game HUD. Like they're living in a computer simulation. And was it weird? Yeah, kind of. But even if it was weird, it was consistent and logical, and it is a fantasy book, so like... Who knows? Maybe the afterlife is a computer simulation. Who am I to judge?
But mostly it was just cozy and wholesome. Silas is a very wholesome character, he could be powerful if he wanted to be, he's got the ability to gain more MLUs than anyone, but the dude just wants to be retired from being a soldier to go back to his roots working at a pub. He's just such fond memories of it as a child, and he just wants to make a nice place where people can gather, serve ale, grow a community. He goes out of his way to help people out, like a fire spirit from the chasm that most people would immediately distrust.
Also, Patches is the worlds best cat and I would die for Patches. I cannot even describe how much I loved this fictional pub cat. Doesn't understand MLUs, knows he's got some, pulls up the stats sometimes but doesn't know what they mean because cats don't understand numbers, takes his job protecting the pub from rodents very seriously, and because he's a cat, believe he owns everything. He calls the Old Lamp-Lighter as "his pub," and constantly refers to it as "The Tavernly Realm" and Silas just as "the big man." And I love it. It's such a perfect depiction of what I think most of us imagine goes on in a cat's head. Am I going on about a cat for too long? Maybe. In my defense though, he's like, a main character. Like, half the chapters belong to this cat, telling his part of the story. So I might be focusing a lot on Patches, but the book did it first, so there.
August 8, 2024
This is a super cute slice of life story. You have some really fun characters, a fantastic adventure story, and the LitRPG style of writing was great. I haven't read LitRPG before, and I think this was the perfect introduction.
If you are going into this story thinking it will be like Legends and Lattes, you might be disappointed. The story in this book has a lot more at stake than Legends and Lattes ever did.
It was an incredibly fun read. No other book has made me want an ale as bad as this one. I can't wait for book 2!!
If you are going into this story thinking it will be like Legends and Lattes, you might be disappointed. The story in this book has a lot more at stake than Legends and Lattes ever did.
It was an incredibly fun read. No other book has made me want an ale as bad as this one. I can't wait for book 2!!
February 9, 2024
Cozy action
More action-oriented than I was expecting, but in a good way that serves to push the incredibly well written cozy bits into prominence
More action-oriented than I was expecting, but in a good way that serves to push the incredibly well written cozy bits into prominence
September 13, 2025
This series is pure comfort fantasy—warm, whimsical, and delightfully corny in all the best ways. Set in the underworld, it follows the charmingly mundane adventures of a pub owner navigating magical mishaps, quirky patrons, and the occasional existential hiccup. Think slice-of-life meets afterlife, with a generous helping of dad jokes, puns, magical creatures, and polite innuendo.
But don’t let the cozy vibes fool you—there are short but epic clashes with Cazsum dwellers and demon fights sprinkled throughout the journey, adding bursts of adrenaline and high-stakes magic to the otherwise laid-back rhythm. The world-building is light but clever, with just enough depth to keep you curious without ever feeling heavy.
It’s the kind of story that makes you want to curl up with a blanket and a mug of something warm. If you loved The House Witch, The Wandering Inn, The Spellshop, or Legends & Lattes, this series will feel like coming home.
Highly recommended for anyone craving a cozy, feel-good escape with a touch of magic, a dash of danger, and a whole lot of heart. - NLPN
But don’t let the cozy vibes fool you—there are short but epic clashes with Cazsum dwellers and demon fights sprinkled throughout the journey, adding bursts of adrenaline and high-stakes magic to the otherwise laid-back rhythm. The world-building is light but clever, with just enough depth to keep you curious without ever feeling heavy.
It’s the kind of story that makes you want to curl up with a blanket and a mug of something warm. If you loved The House Witch, The Wandering Inn, The Spellshop, or Legends & Lattes, this series will feel like coming home.
Highly recommended for anyone craving a cozy, feel-good escape with a touch of magic, a dash of danger, and a whole lot of heart. - NLPN
October 14, 2025
A fun story with enjoyable characters (including Patches, the fiercely adorable and protective pub cat)~ Not quite what I was expecting for a "cozy" read considering the ongoing impending threats underlining the story, but the premise and world being built here are an interesting take on video game overworld mechanics in a fantasy setting.
October 29, 2024
The premise of this series is really cosy and the RPG elements are unique but the pacing is a bit off
May 13, 2024
A mostly lighthearted slice of life with interesting world building
And monsters, if you're into that. Some intelligent and morally ambiguous ones, some you can happily root against, and familiars that while helpful and charming are still animals with animal motives (personally I like those better in stories like this because the ones that are just Animal Shaped People feel too much like Get Out Of Jail Free Cards)
I don't want to reveal too much about how the world works, since I have my suspicions it'd make it too easy to speculate about upcoming plot. Basically, the world we meet the characters in is the afterlife, specifically the one that is for average people, neither good nor evil (there is another part for evil, and another part that's supposed to be for only truly good people, that almost no one knows anything about really.)
There is a fair amount of violence, although it's not particularly glorified, and little romance/zero sex (there's a budding love interest but at a realistic level for knowing someone like, three weeks. if you are hoping for spice you won't find it - don't mind that myself since again, three whole weeks and in this world if you trust someone too quickly they might suck your life force out) There's also no attacking The Love Interest or familiarity to make the main character mad, they're both individuals with some agency apart from the main character, and the evil characters aren't pervs, they're evil in normal ways and that's quite enough.
The pacing is OK, there's a lot of setup that as setup can be is a biiit slow, and the side characters it's hard to tell who's there For A Lesson or For Local Color and that's kind of a besetting sin of litRPGs (DM: FINALLY I CAN USE MY NPCs Without Murderhobos or Chronic Overthinkers!) That said, a lot of plot breadcrumbs drop at the end and I'm interested enough to have marked down the next volume in September to see what happens.
(If anything happens to Patches, Cooper, the Chasm will be the least of your problems.)
And monsters, if you're into that. Some intelligent and morally ambiguous ones, some you can happily root against, and familiars that while helpful and charming are still animals with animal motives (personally I like those better in stories like this because the ones that are just Animal Shaped People feel too much like Get Out Of Jail Free Cards)
I don't want to reveal too much about how the world works, since I have my suspicions it'd make it too easy to speculate about upcoming plot. Basically, the world we meet the characters in is the afterlife, specifically the one that is for average people, neither good nor evil (there is another part for evil, and another part that's supposed to be for only truly good people, that almost no one knows anything about really.)
There is a fair amount of violence, although it's not particularly glorified, and little romance/zero sex (there's a budding love interest but at a realistic level for knowing someone like, three weeks. if you are hoping for spice you won't find it - don't mind that myself since again, three whole weeks and in this world if you trust someone too quickly they might suck your life force out) There's also no attacking The Love Interest or familiarity to make the main character mad, they're both individuals with some agency apart from the main character, and the evil characters aren't pervs, they're evil in normal ways and that's quite enough.
The pacing is OK, there's a lot of setup that as setup can be is a biiit slow, and the side characters it's hard to tell who's there For A Lesson or For Local Color and that's kind of a besetting sin of litRPGs (DM: FINALLY I CAN USE MY NPCs Without Murderhobos or Chronic Overthinkers!) That said, a lot of plot breadcrumbs drop at the end and I'm interested enough to have marked down the next volume in September to see what happens.
(If anything happens to Patches, Cooper, the Chasm will be the least of your problems.)
September 5, 2025
If this is the direction that the Cozy genre is going, count me in. A great book, where the cozy elements felt earned and that they needed protecting by the characters; they weren't this suffocating weighted blanket that other cozy books seem to be smothered with.
The Good
An imaginative setting coupled with enough plot to justify exploring a bit while also being a fish out of water.
Things actually happened, and by the end you realise you've seen a good little chunk of the location.
I liked that while it was a roughly day by day account of two weeks, it never felt like I was reading every moment of the day and inane interaction, which was great compared to other Cozy books.
The plot had enough teeth to it as well that it kept up interest, which made the cosy parts feel earned and that they needed the characters to protect.
Characters had dimensions, Tibirious being a great example,
The animal companion was not an insufferable moe presence with a cartoon mascot catchphrase noise. This is a serious pet peeve for me in other books, and Patches was a refreshing change from this disappointing norm.
The Bad
I found the main character to be generally bland and a bit too good at everything he tried his hand at.
The whole book could do with a bit more substance.
The Good
An imaginative setting coupled with enough plot to justify exploring a bit while also being a fish out of water.
Things actually happened, and by the end you realise you've seen a good little chunk of the location.
I liked that while it was a roughly day by day account of two weeks, it never felt like I was reading every moment of the day and inane interaction, which was great compared to other Cozy books.
The plot had enough teeth to it as well that it kept up interest, which made the cosy parts feel earned and that they needed the characters to protect.
Characters had dimensions, Tibirious being a great example,
The animal companion was not an insufferable moe presence with a cartoon mascot catchphrase noise. This is a serious pet peeve for me in other books, and Patches was a refreshing change from this disappointing norm.
The Bad
I found the main character to be generally bland and a bit too good at everything he tried his hand at.
The whole book could do with a bit more substance.
February 6, 2024
A new series from Harmon Cooper - my 2024 is made already!
This is a wonderful piece of work. How on earth the author managed to cram so much adventure, world building information, and cosy charm between these pages is truly staggering.
Sylas Runewulf has been killed fighting for the Aurum Kingdom in a ten year war against the Shadowthorne Empire. He appears afterwards, dazed and confused, in the 'Underworld' level - the middle level of three available. Not the best, but not the worst either. Following a blue prompt, he ends up in Ember Hollow, apparently now the owner of the local pub which he names 'The Old Lamplighter'. The pub comes with an overweight, rat catching, resident cat called Patches. Like a 'sitting tenant', if you will. Patches has some things to share with you readers, so I'll let you experience those for yourselves.
Sylas also meets the lovely and kind Mira Ravenbane, an apothecary, who helps him to settle in and gain help/swaps to update the pub, appeal to the community, and give him all the information needed to move forward. Mira, however, holds a familial secret that she's sure Sylas will not be impressed by. The blue prompt also shares a very scary message, [You have 89 days until the invasion.] And so begins our adventure...
On a personal level, I thought that some of the most beautiful creations are when Mira is explaining the special properties of flowers and plants. This is an excellent easy to read, Isekai slice-of-life, cosy LitRPG fantasy, full of charm, friendship, warmth, magic, and general glowing 'fuzziness'. Great characters, atmospheric storytelling, and not forgetting the glorious Patches. Stunning book! Bring on number two.
This is a wonderful piece of work. How on earth the author managed to cram so much adventure, world building information, and cosy charm between these pages is truly staggering.
Sylas Runewulf has been killed fighting for the Aurum Kingdom in a ten year war against the Shadowthorne Empire. He appears afterwards, dazed and confused, in the 'Underworld' level - the middle level of three available. Not the best, but not the worst either. Following a blue prompt, he ends up in Ember Hollow, apparently now the owner of the local pub which he names 'The Old Lamplighter'. The pub comes with an overweight, rat catching, resident cat called Patches. Like a 'sitting tenant', if you will. Patches has some things to share with you readers, so I'll let you experience those for yourselves.
Sylas also meets the lovely and kind Mira Ravenbane, an apothecary, who helps him to settle in and gain help/swaps to update the pub, appeal to the community, and give him all the information needed to move forward. Mira, however, holds a familial secret that she's sure Sylas will not be impressed by. The blue prompt also shares a very scary message, [You have 89 days until the invasion.] And so begins our adventure...
On a personal level, I thought that some of the most beautiful creations are when Mira is explaining the special properties of flowers and plants. This is an excellent easy to read, Isekai slice-of-life, cosy LitRPG fantasy, full of charm, friendship, warmth, magic, and general glowing 'fuzziness'. Great characters, atmospheric storytelling, and not forgetting the glorious Patches. Stunning book! Bring on number two.
December 3, 2025
absolutely entertaining
Rating: 4.25⭐️
A Pub in the Underworld (The Cozy Abyss #1) by Harmon Cooper was another great find. New terrific author, new entertaining LitRPG adventure story and series to read.
The first book sets up the universe, characters and challenges very quickly. In the beginning of the story Sylas Runewulf , a seasoned warrior, is fighting a losing battle against his kingdom’s old enemy. We’re there on the battlefield, in his mind as it’s all going down. It’s emotional, heartfelt and raw.
It ends with him in the afterlife, in one of the three Realms , and a direct message to head to the town of Ember Hollow and take possession of the town pub.
Sylas meets an Apothecary, Patches a magical pub cat , and starts to form a new life and friends in the afterlife. Even as a threat to his life and new adventures approaches.
It’s well done. For those who aren’t familiar with LitRPG, the game aspect isn’t overly complex or important here. It’s more character driven and storytelling than gameplay oriented.
Those who do enjoy those elements will have plenty to look forward to and appreciate. Characters do level up here.
Absolutely adore Patches. What a fabulous character and all the imagery associated with it makes this story even better. And funnier.
A definite winner and one I’m so happy to share.
Love the covers.
Cover design by Daniel Kamarudin
The Cozy Abyss (3 book series)
A Pub in the Underworld #1
A Farm in the Afterlife #2
A Market in the Maelstrom #3
Rating: 4.25⭐️
A Pub in the Underworld (The Cozy Abyss #1) by Harmon Cooper was another great find. New terrific author, new entertaining LitRPG adventure story and series to read.
The first book sets up the universe, characters and challenges very quickly. In the beginning of the story Sylas Runewulf , a seasoned warrior, is fighting a losing battle against his kingdom’s old enemy. We’re there on the battlefield, in his mind as it’s all going down. It’s emotional, heartfelt and raw.
It ends with him in the afterlife, in one of the three Realms , and a direct message to head to the town of Ember Hollow and take possession of the town pub.
Sylas meets an Apothecary, Patches a magical pub cat , and starts to form a new life and friends in the afterlife. Even as a threat to his life and new adventures approaches.
It’s well done. For those who aren’t familiar with LitRPG, the game aspect isn’t overly complex or important here. It’s more character driven and storytelling than gameplay oriented.
Those who do enjoy those elements will have plenty to look forward to and appreciate. Characters do level up here.
Absolutely adore Patches. What a fabulous character and all the imagery associated with it makes this story even better. And funnier.
A definite winner and one I’m so happy to share.
Love the covers.
Cover design by Daniel Kamarudin
The Cozy Abyss (3 book series)
A Pub in the Underworld #1
A Farm in the Afterlife #2
A Market in the Maelstrom #3
December 4, 2025
Rating: 4.25⭐️
A Pub in the Underworld (The Cozy Abyss #1) by Harmon Cooper was another great find. New terrific author, new entertaining LitRPG adventure story and series to read.
The first book sets up the universe, characters and challenges very quickly. In the beginning of the story Sylas Runewulf , a seasoned warrior, is fighting a losing battle against his kingdom’s old enemy. We’re there on the battlefield, in his mind as it’s all going down. It’s emotional, heartfelt and raw.
It ends with him in the afterlife, in one of the three Realms , and a direct message to head to the town of Ember Hollow and take possession of the town pub.
Sylas meets an Apothecary, Patches a magical pub cat , and starts to form a new life and friends in the afterlife. Even as a threat to his life and new adventures approaches.
It’s well done. For those who aren’t familiar with LitRPG, the game aspect isn’t overly complex or important here. It’s more character driven and storytelling than gameplay oriented.
Those who do enjoy those elements will have plenty to look forward to and appreciate. Characters do level up here.
Absolutely adore Patches. What a fabulous character and all the imagery associated with it makes this story even better. And funnier.
A definite winner and one I’m so happy to share.
Love the covers.
Cover design by Daniel Kamarudin
The Cozy Abyss (3 book series)
A Pub in the Underworld #1
A Farm in the Afterlife #2
A Market in the Maelstrom #3
A Pub in the Underworld (The Cozy Abyss #1) by Harmon Cooper was another great find. New terrific author, new entertaining LitRPG adventure story and series to read.
The first book sets up the universe, characters and challenges very quickly. In the beginning of the story Sylas Runewulf , a seasoned warrior, is fighting a losing battle against his kingdom’s old enemy. We’re there on the battlefield, in his mind as it’s all going down. It’s emotional, heartfelt and raw.
It ends with him in the afterlife, in one of the three Realms , and a direct message to head to the town of Ember Hollow and take possession of the town pub.
Sylas meets an Apothecary, Patches a magical pub cat , and starts to form a new life and friends in the afterlife. Even as a threat to his life and new adventures approaches.
It’s well done. For those who aren’t familiar with LitRPG, the game aspect isn’t overly complex or important here. It’s more character driven and storytelling than gameplay oriented.
Those who do enjoy those elements will have plenty to look forward to and appreciate. Characters do level up here.
Absolutely adore Patches. What a fabulous character and all the imagery associated with it makes this story even better. And funnier.
A definite winner and one I’m so happy to share.
Love the covers.
Cover design by Daniel Kamarudin
The Cozy Abyss (3 book series)
A Pub in the Underworld #1
A Farm in the Afterlife #2
A Market in the Maelstrom #3
February 13, 2024
Sylas' life has just ended; his afterlife has just begun. After loyally serving his country as a soldier for years, Sylas has finally lost his life. Then he comes to in a strange new world, with the notification that he has been given the deed to a pub in the tiny village of Ember Hollow. He is in the Underworld, a middle ground between the heavenly Celestial Plains and the hellish Chasm. As he fixes up his pub, he learns about his new home, and makes several new friends, including a kind apothecary, a magical cat, and a fire spirit. Existence in the Underworld isn't all easy though, and Sylas in particular has been chosen to receive a dire warning: "you have 89 days until the invasion"...
This was a surprisingly sweet story for something set in an underworld. While there are monsters to fight, Sylas' new home is a nice one, and he is constantly meeting unique and entertaining individuals. I especially adore Patches. He's a great protector of the tavernly realm. The mana lumen (magic) system is interesting, and I look forward to seeing what else Sylas is able to learn as the story goes on in future entries. A thoroughly enjoyable LitRPG novel.
I received a free copy of this book via Podium Team and am voluntarily leaving a review.
This was a surprisingly sweet story for something set in an underworld. While there are monsters to fight, Sylas' new home is a nice one, and he is constantly meeting unique and entertaining individuals. I especially adore Patches. He's a great protector of the tavernly realm. The mana lumen (magic) system is interesting, and I look forward to seeing what else Sylas is able to learn as the story goes on in future entries. A thoroughly enjoyable LitRPG novel.
I received a free copy of this book via Podium Team and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 15, 2024
The conceit is that the protagonist dies and is reborn in the afterlife, in "The Underworld", which is a sort of Purgatorio between the Chasm and the Celestial Planes. When he is reborn, he is assigned the class of Brewer and given title to a defunct pub (and the pub cat, Patches). Shenanigans ensue.
The characters are both entertaining and sympathetic, though the protagonist is a bit too much of a paragon for my tastes. The writing is weak, especially the dialog, which really doesn't ring true. The world is sketched out, but generally in an interesting way, and some of the details are rather cringy ("I call it Tartar sauce. My name is Tartar and I made it." - a paraphrase rather than a quote.)
The plot is rather rudimentary, involving mostly exploration of the world and establishing the protagonist and his pub. There is a building threat, possibly an existential threat, foreshadowed by a countdown timer, though.
The "game" is really minimalist, and would be subject to serious abuse by an actual gamer. The tone is light enough, though, that the weak design isn't too obtrusive.
The book was entertaining enough that I will continue with the series, but not really good enough to recommend to anyone who isn't specifically looking for a cozy LitRPG.
The characters are both entertaining and sympathetic, though the protagonist is a bit too much of a paragon for my tastes. The writing is weak, especially the dialog, which really doesn't ring true. The world is sketched out, but generally in an interesting way, and some of the details are rather cringy ("I call it Tartar sauce. My name is Tartar and I made it." - a paraphrase rather than a quote.)
The plot is rather rudimentary, involving mostly exploration of the world and establishing the protagonist and his pub. There is a building threat, possibly an existential threat, foreshadowed by a countdown timer, though.
The "game" is really minimalist, and would be subject to serious abuse by an actual gamer. The tone is light enough, though, that the weak design isn't too obtrusive.
The book was entertaining enough that I will continue with the series, but not really good enough to recommend to anyone who isn't specifically looking for a cozy LitRPG.
December 12, 2025
I confess that I am a sucker for all kinds of Fantasy books but you have to draw a line somewhere.
“A Pub in the Underworld: A Slice-of-Life LitRPG Adventure” has a lot going for it but is let down by two things.
1. The RPG drop-down menu system used throughout serves only as an barrier between the reader and the tale. It is also annoyingly repetitious.
2. The “slice of life” aspect of the title involves everything from sleeping habits, brewing beer, how to make tartar sauce, sourcing ingredients, and hints on household cleaning.
Veteran soldier Sylas Runewulf is struck down during battle but wakes to find himself in the Underworld. He's been assigned a Craft (Brewer) and now owns a pub and a magical cat.
He spends his time working on getting the pub ready to open, brewing beer, and finding out about his surroundings.
He makes friends and, occasionally, fights against creatures that have escaped from the Chasm.
It's all very similar to Heaven, Purgatory and Hell.
I wanted to like it but it's written for people who don't read books (or want to!) and it is like being beaten over the head with something akin to “The Idiots Guide to Fantasy.���
2 Stars.
“A Pub in the Underworld: A Slice-of-Life LitRPG Adventure” has a lot going for it but is let down by two things.
1. The RPG drop-down menu system used throughout serves only as an barrier between the reader and the tale. It is also annoyingly repetitious.
2. The “slice of life” aspect of the title involves everything from sleeping habits, brewing beer, how to make tartar sauce, sourcing ingredients, and hints on household cleaning.
Veteran soldier Sylas Runewulf is struck down during battle but wakes to find himself in the Underworld. He's been assigned a Craft (Brewer) and now owns a pub and a magical cat.
He spends his time working on getting the pub ready to open, brewing beer, and finding out about his surroundings.
He makes friends and, occasionally, fights against creatures that have escaped from the Chasm.
It's all very similar to Heaven, Purgatory and Hell.
I wanted to like it but it's written for people who don't read books (or want to!) and it is like being beaten over the head with something akin to “The Idiots Guide to Fantasy.���
2 Stars.
May 14, 2024
Standard isekai, OP MC, given a pub and a class to run it, super cat familiar etc.
There is no payoff to the looming threat as the book takes place over 2 weeks. The MC is constantly doing dumb things like ignoring supercat's obvious warning, being oblivious to the amazing apothecary's advances etc. but everything is easy and he makes "money" hand over fist in a sleepy backwater town anyway.
Probably the biggest problem is that much of the book focuses on the monetary system, buying supplies, powers, teleports etc. and selling drinks. But despite working nothing like our world's money, there are no consequences of that and it's treated pretty much as ours. A pretty big waste of what could have been an interesting contrast and exploration of what if.
Overall, not a lot of thought was put into the book. It's just a bunch of wish fulfillment of being given a bar and having everything come easily, as well as the start of what looks like a harem but a completely oblivious MC. Nothing about it has interested me in reading any more of the series.
There is no payoff to the looming threat as the book takes place over 2 weeks. The MC is constantly doing dumb things like ignoring supercat's obvious warning, being oblivious to the amazing apothecary's advances etc. but everything is easy and he makes "money" hand over fist in a sleepy backwater town anyway.
Probably the biggest problem is that much of the book focuses on the monetary system, buying supplies, powers, teleports etc. and selling drinks. But despite working nothing like our world's money, there are no consequences of that and it's treated pretty much as ours. A pretty big waste of what could have been an interesting contrast and exploration of what if.
Overall, not a lot of thought was put into the book. It's just a bunch of wish fulfillment of being given a bar and having everything come easily, as well as the start of what looks like a harem but a completely oblivious MC. Nothing about it has interested me in reading any more of the series.
June 17, 2024
Let's call this "Part 01".
A long time ago, back in my old AD&D days, I once surprised my DM.
He was running me in a solo adventure and I died. He expected me to get mad, or start worrying about resurrection.
Instead I asked him, "What do I see?"
He said, "What"?
I told him, look, my character is a powerful cleric, devout in his faith. He's died, so he must be in the Happy Hunting Grounds, right? (My PC was Chaotic Good).
And so, for the next few weeks we RPed being in the afterlife until my PC's diety got tired of him and sent him back. It was fun.
That's what this book is. What happens in the afterlife.
It turns out things are actually much better, even if you don't make it to the Celestial Gardens. The Underworld is a nice neighborhood.
This was a fun book, with interesting characters and clever conflicts. It's cozy, but not boring. I liked the magic system and the limitations on combat. There is all kinds of room for growth and surprises.
Cheers!
A long time ago, back in my old AD&D days, I once surprised my DM.
He was running me in a solo adventure and I died. He expected me to get mad, or start worrying about resurrection.
Instead I asked him, "What do I see?"
He said, "What"?
I told him, look, my character is a powerful cleric, devout in his faith. He's died, so he must be in the Happy Hunting Grounds, right? (My PC was Chaotic Good).
And so, for the next few weeks we RPed being in the afterlife until my PC's diety got tired of him and sent him back. It was fun.
That's what this book is. What happens in the afterlife.
It turns out things are actually much better, even if you don't make it to the Celestial Gardens. The Underworld is a nice neighborhood.
This was a fun book, with interesting characters and clever conflicts. It's cozy, but not boring. I liked the magic system and the limitations on combat. There is all kinds of room for growth and surprises.
Cheers!
February 13, 2024
*no spoilers*
The perfect blend of cozy fantasy and litrpg. I didn’t find the stat ratings to be annoying throughout the story or distracting from the plot, which is often one of my concerns in the litrpg genre. I think one of my favorite parts about “cozy” stories are the character development and Harmon Cooper really created quite the variety of charming, captivating, annoying, heartwarming, and even utterly obnoxious souls. Also, PATCHES. Patches makes the whole book for me, I would die for him.
*I listened to the audiobook*
The narrator, Matthew Wolf, is absolutely fantastic, he has quickly become one of my favorite audiobook readers. I had previously listened to the House Witch series by Delemhach and loved his performance and decided to look into what else he might have narrated, and that’s how I found this book!!
I already can’t wait for the next book, September is too far away!
The perfect blend of cozy fantasy and litrpg. I didn’t find the stat ratings to be annoying throughout the story or distracting from the plot, which is often one of my concerns in the litrpg genre. I think one of my favorite parts about “cozy” stories are the character development and Harmon Cooper really created quite the variety of charming, captivating, annoying, heartwarming, and even utterly obnoxious souls. Also, PATCHES. Patches makes the whole book for me, I would die for him.
*I listened to the audiobook*
The narrator, Matthew Wolf, is absolutely fantastic, he has quickly become one of my favorite audiobook readers. I had previously listened to the House Witch series by Delemhach and loved his performance and decided to look into what else he might have narrated, and that’s how I found this book!!
I already can’t wait for the next book, September is too far away!
September 26, 2024
Cozy, enjoyable, slice-of-life litRPG read. One of the better litRPGs that are cozy in nature (the very few that are a step up are like Beware of Chicken, which are S-tier in my book).
Solid world building. Solid characters. Good writing. Good pacing; doesn't drag.
Patches is one of the best non-human characters I've read. I'm 100% not a cat person, and I loved this cat.
The System isn't itself a major part of the story; it's relatively simple while still being interesting, and doesn't get in the way of the story. Most importantly, working the system isn't a focus of the book (as it is even with other cozier reads like Heretical Fishing).
I enjoyed that this wasn't an isekai -- those tend to be loaded with modern pop culture references which can get tiresome. Instead, the protatonist, Sylas, dies (in a fantasy world) and wakes up in its version of the afterlife.
I picked up book 2 immediately upon finishing book 1.
Solid world building. Solid characters. Good writing. Good pacing; doesn't drag.
Patches is one of the best non-human characters I've read. I'm 100% not a cat person, and I loved this cat.
The System isn't itself a major part of the story; it's relatively simple while still being interesting, and doesn't get in the way of the story. Most importantly, working the system isn't a focus of the book (as it is even with other cozier reads like Heretical Fishing).
I enjoyed that this wasn't an isekai -- those tend to be loaded with modern pop culture references which can get tiresome. Instead, the protatonist, Sylas, dies (in a fantasy world) and wakes up in its version of the afterlife.
I picked up book 2 immediately upon finishing book 1.
January 11, 2026
What a cozy pub in a hellish place
I adored this book! Sylas is newly dead and finds himself in the Underwolrld, with a deed to a pub and a classification of a brewer. He doesn't really know what any of this mean, but he is affable and friendly enough that he is certain he can figure it out. Thankfully he gets help from Mira, a local apothecary, and the fabulous pub cat Patches. He can do this.
This was such a fun book! While not always cozy, as there were a few monsters to deal with, it was still very cozy feeling. The author does a great job balancing the tension of being surrounded by the unknown but also carving out a new life. Sylas is such a positive beacon and while he has a spine of steel, he really wants to make his new hamlet better. I look forward to the next step for him and all of the inhabitants in the Underworld!
"Never forget we are an island in the depths of hell with heaven gloating above.”
I adored this book! Sylas is newly dead and finds himself in the Underwolrld, with a deed to a pub and a classification of a brewer. He doesn't really know what any of this mean, but he is affable and friendly enough that he is certain he can figure it out. Thankfully he gets help from Mira, a local apothecary, and the fabulous pub cat Patches. He can do this.
This was such a fun book! While not always cozy, as there were a few monsters to deal with, it was still very cozy feeling. The author does a great job balancing the tension of being surrounded by the unknown but also carving out a new life. Sylas is such a positive beacon and while he has a spine of steel, he really wants to make his new hamlet better. I look forward to the next step for him and all of the inhabitants in the Underworld!
"Never forget we are an island in the depths of hell with heaven gloating above.”
February 10, 2024
Absorbing new series
Slice of life, LitRPG light, slow burn
Silas is the MC, though as it's a third person POV tale, it does shift focus at times. It's extremely well edited, and the author once again charmed my socks off. Yep, I'm in bare feet. Thoroughly absorbed by the imaginative story (nearly 500 pages!), interesting milieu, distinct characters, and slow burn pacing. Really enjoyed this tale and look forward to a sequel. More Silas, Patches, Azor, Mira, and Ember Town!
Harmon Cooper is a talented writer, and I highly recommend this tale, and if you like this story as I did, try his award-winning story, "Sacred Cat Island." He also has other series available, and for those who like fantasy adventure with your erotica, he also writes under the name Gideon Caldwell. I quite liked his Ninja Girl and Cherry Blossom Girls books. Check him out!
Slice of life, LitRPG light, slow burn
Silas is the MC, though as it's a third person POV tale, it does shift focus at times. It's extremely well edited, and the author once again charmed my socks off. Yep, I'm in bare feet. Thoroughly absorbed by the imaginative story (nearly 500 pages!), interesting milieu, distinct characters, and slow burn pacing. Really enjoyed this tale and look forward to a sequel. More Silas, Patches, Azor, Mira, and Ember Town!
Harmon Cooper is a talented writer, and I highly recommend this tale, and if you like this story as I did, try his award-winning story, "Sacred Cat Island." He also has other series available, and for those who like fantasy adventure with your erotica, he also writes under the name Gideon Caldwell. I quite liked his Ninja Girl and Cherry Blossom Girls books. Check him out!
July 29, 2024
3.75-4⭐️
This was the definition of cozy fantasy. I enjoyed seeing Sylas build the pub of his dreams in the Underworld. Who knew the end of his life was the beginning of a great death for him. For all the coziness of the book there are stakes that keep the story going - like not losing all of the currency of the underworld (MLus) so he doesn't get demoted to the Chasm, finding out what the cryptic message he keeps getting is about, finding his friends and family and making the pub a success.
The family Sylas is building and the friendships he is creating now that he is dead is great. And the schemes to make sales clever. Plus there is a pub Cat! More like the owner of the Tavernly Realm - Patches. WHo tries to protect his subjects. I am waiting for the sequel of the book so I can throw myself in to The Cozy Abyss once more.
This was the definition of cozy fantasy. I enjoyed seeing Sylas build the pub of his dreams in the Underworld. Who knew the end of his life was the beginning of a great death for him. For all the coziness of the book there are stakes that keep the story going - like not losing all of the currency of the underworld (MLus) so he doesn't get demoted to the Chasm, finding out what the cryptic message he keeps getting is about, finding his friends and family and making the pub a success.
The family Sylas is building and the friendships he is creating now that he is dead is great. And the schemes to make sales clever. Plus there is a pub Cat! More like the owner of the Tavernly Realm - Patches. WHo tries to protect his subjects. I am waiting for the sequel of the book so I can throw myself in to The Cozy Abyss once more.
August 20, 2024
I'm sorry i did not like the book. I went in thinking it'd be a Ghibli studio style slice of life story... but nope, all I got was a weird video game rpg / otome novel style(?) writing and dry characters. This was my first time reading 'LitRPG' and i didn't enjoy it.
The story is devoid of any real emotions, depth, and warmth...because what do you mean 'Cozy Abyss’...where was the cozy?
The writing has tons of telling over showing. A huge chunk of the opening felt like i was reading lines from a visual novel. An unforgivable crime If this isn't the author's very first book.
Worst thing, the female character and protagonist's love interest, Mira, is written badly...This is not 2010...I dislike stories that portray its female characters as shallow/2D/half-a-human. Mira has zero personality but is there just to serve as Sylas' romantic interest. Horrible.
The story is devoid of any real emotions, depth, and warmth...because what do you mean 'Cozy Abyss’...where was the cozy?
The writing has tons of telling over showing. A huge chunk of the opening felt like i was reading lines from a visual novel. An unforgivable crime If this isn't the author's very first book.
Worst thing, the female character and protagonist's love interest, Mira, is written badly...This is not 2010...I dislike stories that portray its female characters as shallow/2D/half-a-human. Mira has zero personality but is there just to serve as Sylas' romantic interest. Horrible.
February 17, 2024
I've read a lot of Harmon Cooper and this is the coziest book he's ever written. Here we have a hardened soldier, Sylus Runewolf, dying as he fought his country's enemies in a battle. After his death he wakes up in the underworld. What's more, he has a deed to a pub.
Some of Sylus' favorite memories are from his boyhood where he helped in his father's pub, so he's eager to get the pub up and going. It's quite the fixer-upper. But he gets a pub cat, Patches, who's magical and helps him protect the pub from rats--and demons.
The pub is in Ember Hollow which is hard by the Chasm, the hell that is below the underworld. Sometimes demons slip in. Overhead are are Celestial Plains, or heaven, glowing in the sky.
This book is a delight for brewers, fantasy lovers, and RPG lit readers!
Some of Sylus' favorite memories are from his boyhood where he helped in his father's pub, so he's eager to get the pub up and going. It's quite the fixer-upper. But he gets a pub cat, Patches, who's magical and helps him protect the pub from rats--and demons.
The pub is in Ember Hollow which is hard by the Chasm, the hell that is below the underworld. Sometimes demons slip in. Overhead are are Celestial Plains, or heaven, glowing in the sky.
This book is a delight for brewers, fantasy lovers, and RPG lit readers!
January 18, 2024
Dying for a Good Adventure?
Dying is just the first step to this Good Adventure!
Come and pull up a bar stool, get nice and Cozy by the Fire, as Harmon Cooper once again serves up a Die-er Tale. Prepare to imbibe this one, from the head on the Ale to the end of the pub cat's toasted Tail!
All is not forgiven in Death, but Death is a Given, make preparations or be Riven!
Sylas must deal with his past, and build a present, if he wants a future in this Underworld.
Its Cat-as-Catch-Can, as he scrambles to avoid a further fall into the Chasm, for all is not Well in Ember Hollows!
Don't miss your chance to read it now, for who knows when it shall be your Day to Die!
Dying is just the first step to this Good Adventure!
Come and pull up a bar stool, get nice and Cozy by the Fire, as Harmon Cooper once again serves up a Die-er Tale. Prepare to imbibe this one, from the head on the Ale to the end of the pub cat's toasted Tail!
All is not forgiven in Death, but Death is a Given, make preparations or be Riven!
Sylas must deal with his past, and build a present, if he wants a future in this Underworld.
Its Cat-as-Catch-Can, as he scrambles to avoid a further fall into the Chasm, for all is not Well in Ember Hollows!
Don't miss your chance to read it now, for who knows when it shall be your Day to Die!
February 14, 2024
Great Story, Great Characters
HC is one of my go-to writers when I want a book that has a solid plot line that can be followed and understood, maybe not fully (especially if the author is world-building and giving you the backstory first) but enough that you don’t spend hours reading the first book from a series that eventually lead to 12+ books of forgotten plot holes and missed opportunities for clean breaks. (One long sentence. Wow)
Cooper has the beginnings of a solid series here and I’m confident he will massage this one into another great tale to add to his collection.
HC is one of my go-to writers when I want a book that has a solid plot line that can be followed and understood, maybe not fully (especially if the author is world-building and giving you the backstory first) but enough that you don’t spend hours reading the first book from a series that eventually lead to 12+ books of forgotten plot holes and missed opportunities for clean breaks. (One long sentence. Wow)
Cooper has the beginnings of a solid series here and I’m confident he will massage this one into another great tale to add to his collection.
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