The Coming of God of Death

The Coming of God of Death #1

by Dmitry Dornichev

The next book of the series! The Coming of God of Death (Book 2):

I led a quiet life, peacefully ruling the underworld until that mother of *** showed up with her people and angels. They destroyed everything I’d built with so much effort and nearly killed me.

But I managed to return! Wait… My only disciple and candidate for a new body is a sick kid who's about to die? Are you serious?!

Genres: Fantasy, Urban Fantasy

389 pages, Kindle Edition

First published November 26, 2024

Reviews

[Tony Hinde · Rating 2 out of 5]

DNF 16%

I'm guessing this is a "harem" novel. I should have stopped reading when the protagonist described the first woman he met, outside of family, as having Double-Ds. A little later it turned out he could release sex pheromones to roofie women when he felt the need for sex. Nuff said. I'll leave this book to those that enjoy this sub-genre.

[Sylvia Rangel · Rating 1 out of 5]

Garbage

Written by a horney male chauvinist teenager. So if you are that type this is for you. For me it just became more and more obnoxious the more I read. I completed 70 percent and gave up.

[Akshay · Rating 3 out of 5]

The Coming of God of Death (Book 1) by Dmitry Dornichev is a darkly humorous and inventive entry in the portal progression fantasy genre. It introduces readers to a world where the underworld's ruler, Gauss, faces unexpected challenges that blend mythological elements with modern sensibilities.

Plot Overview

Gauss, the God of Death, has been ruling the underworld in relative peace until an unforeseen invasion by angels and their allies disrupts his domain. After a near-death experience, he returns to find his only hope for restoration lies in a terminally ill boy. This premise sets the stage for a narrative that combines elements of resurrection, mentorship, and the complexities of divine politics.

Character Development

Gauss is portrayed with a blend of sardonic wit and existential weariness, making him a compelling anti-hero. His interactions with the mortal realm, especially his reluctant mentorship of a dying boy, add depth to his character. The supporting cast, including the invading angels and other underworld denizens, contribute to the story's rich tapestry of personalities.

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World-Building and Atmosphere

Dornichev crafts a vivid underworld filled with unique locales and creatures. The juxtaposition of ancient mythological settings with contemporary issues creates a world that feels both timeless and relevant. The atmosphere oscillates between dark, foreboding landscapes and moments of levity, reflecting the protagonist's internal struggles.

Writing Style and Pacing

The author's prose is sharp and laced with dark humor, making for an engaging read. The pacing is brisk, with each chapter propelling the story forward while allowing for character introspection. Dornichev's ability to balance action with philosophical musings ensures that readers remain invested throughout.

Overall Assessment

The Coming of God of Death (Book 1) offers a fresh take on the fantasy genre, blending traditional mythological elements with modern themes. Its unique protagonist, imaginative world-building, and incisive humor make it a standout read for fans seeking something different in their fantasy adventures.

Rating: ★★★☆☆

For those interested in an auditory experience, the audiobook version, narrated by Christian Leatherman, brings Gauss's sardonic voice to life, enhancing the story's immersive quality.

[Tyrel Smith · Rating 2 out of 5]

Should have Harem tag. 2 of them are his "step sisters" who he's already engaged to.

Plus, it's written like the alpha-bro's idea of what they think life should be. Most women want to have sex with the mc for plot reasons. They talk about him, the girls' random pov's often have them playing with each other's breasts. Written like a 13-year-old oppressed white religious boy's power fantasy. Women are all described by their tits mostly.

It has interesting story bits for sure, I didn't immediately drop it as the harem was slow. Just not the audience for litrpg smut. It wasn't marketed as such, so it lost 1 star for that and 2 for the bad writing.

[Travis · Rating 4 out of 5]

I received a review copy of this book.
I didn't expect to like this story at all. I figured, some god takes up residence in a mortal body, what's the point, the god just brute forces everything, and poof, all done. Fortunately, that isn't how this story goes at all. Very well done, and great work not making another overpowered character that never looses. I'm looking forward to the next one to be sure.

[Devan · Rating 4 out of 5]

I liked this. I love a book with an OP MC as long as there is still realistic struggles and hurdles to overcome. This was a great example. While the MC is the reincarnated god of death, he isn’t invincible. The slow development of power was fun and well executed.

I also enjoyed the aspects of summoning as well as the use of a shrine to consolidate and build power. Interesting take and I can’t wait to see where this goes.

[Ford Miller · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really fun book. Good pacing. A good time!

I really enjoyed this book! Main character was well written and even though a bit of an anti-hero, you root for him the whole way! The pacing of the book was quick and exciting at times and never felt boring or clunky.
I'm actually really looking forward to book 2 in the series.
Simple fun, with the unique world build that I recommend to anyone!

[Johnny · Rating 5 out of 5]

I got an arc for this particular book A few days ago, It sat in my to read pile until today.
I read this 1 in 1 day. It was a fun read. I'm looking forward to this series. The editing was well done, I only found 2 mistakes Which I sent in to be corrected. Overall I think this is a very decent afternoon killer.

9/10

[Murphies_law · Rating 5 out of 5]

It seems this is the start of another hit series!

I really enjoyed the book!

The book has great pacing, an interesting plot, an exotic setting, a lot of action and humour- the only criticism i have is the author's obsession with lady bumps, which got sometimes a bit too much..

Kudos to the translator- there were hardly any mistakes!

[Jim Phillips · Rating 4 out of 5]

Just AWESOMENESS

This was a blast. Loved the characters and the backstory. Watching the MC deal with the women had me smiling through the whole book. Loses a star for the cliffhanger at the end. Just cheapens the book.

[Christopher Belan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent example of a reborn diety

I love how he talks to himself and explains everything. Other stories leave so much mystery, but this story is well told and you just don't want to stop. Had to read it in a single night to see what happens next.

[Teresa Hawkins · Rating 5 out of 5]

Interesting new take

I like that even though this is a progression fantasy series it’s setup differently than most others so it’s new and refreshing. Also different is the amount of sex

[Michael Schwartz · Rating 1 out of 5]

Trash sex novel

The concert of the book is interesting but seriously it utter garbage. I got to a point I just stopped reading it because the plot was just in the gutter more and more ... I want and adventure or fantasy book not some sleezy sex or romance novel.

[James Riley · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book, meh ending

This book was an absolute blast to read. That is, until the end. It was just there. Other than that, it's well worth the read.

Highly recommended.

[Ray Ritchey · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent

Not what I expected, unexpectedly excellent. Not over powered as I expected. Amazing world building with lots of action and great character development.

[Eric D. · Rating 5 out of 5]

A fun read

It's a fun idea for a story. It's entertaining, but it doesn't take itself too seriously. You should have a great time reading this one.

[Michael Burnett · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great Book

Great Book I can't wait to read the next book in the series I would recommend this author to anyone

[Peter · Rating 1 out of 5]

the only redeeming thing about this book is now I have a new baseline 0/100 to compare all other books to.

[Mark · Rating 1 out of 5]

Can't believe I spent money on this garbage, ugh.

[Didi · Rating 3 out of 5]

Must be joking,god (mc) fall for hormone and worse at early chapter?,ruin my fantasy,hate this kind of book.

[Dantegideon · Rating 3 out of 5]

Predictable, quite trashy, but not unbearable if you're used to books like this.

[Dp2k · Rating 1 out of 5]

Wow. This was written by a child. It was so bad on so many levels... just, no.