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The Last Paladin #2
The Last Paladin #2
The next books of the series!
The Last Paladin (Book #3):
The Last Paladin (Book #4):
The Boss of the Shadow District has fallen, and the Clans who seized power aren’t happy—especially those whose interests I inadvertently disrupted. Now the list of people who want me dead has grown, with a second offended Grand Prince joining the first.
But will that be enough to stop the rising Paladin of Darkness?
Well, let them try.
The Last Paladin (Book #3):
The Last Paladin (Book #4):
The Boss of the Shadow District has fallen, and the Clans who seized power aren’t happy—especially those whose interests I inadvertently disrupted. Now the list of people who want me dead has grown, with a second offended Grand Prince joining the first.
But will that be enough to stop the rising Paladin of Darkness?
Well, let them try.
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Published April 24, 2025
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May 15, 2025
good book not a lot of mistakes in my arc.
it was an easy read and an easy cleanup.
give it a try see if you like it, if not you can go back to reading what you normally read. extend your horizons.
9/10
it was an easy read and an easy cleanup.
give it a try see if you like it, if not you can go back to reading what you normally read. extend your horizons.
9/10
January 23, 2026
Great follow-up to book one.
Very interesting cast of characters including Beeky
On to book 2
Very interesting cast of characters including Beeky
On to book 2
June 28, 2025
Yeah, I still recommend this series
So I had read The Alchemist and was looking for something along the same lines. I picked up a book I believe called the artificer which unfortunately was an utter disappointment. That's what led me to this book. The first one absolutely knocked it out of the park. Can't recommend it enough and it has already received the audio treatment. This book however has not and will not for some time at least at the time of this review. The fourth book will be released in ebook format months before book two gets the audio treatment. For me that's more important as if I like a book then I buy it on audio. Aside from that I'm far more willing to give a series of shot if they are a part of the Kindle unlimited program. That said though it was a bit of an unpleasant surprise to find out that the sequels were not a part of the Kindle unlimited program. Furthermore the price was about $3 more than what I usually find is the price for this type of book in ebook format. The reason why I bring this up is because this is the first time I've come across this author and the first series I've read by this author and despite what some may think price does impact the rating, review, and and regard as to whether or not the purchase was worth it. As of right now I would say that the sequel was worth the price. Hopefully the gentleman keeps up the quality of the work throughout the series. It's just that with the higher than usual price tag in comparison to other works of a substantially similar nature, it is less likely that the audience will be forgiving of any shortcomings.
So I had read The Alchemist and was looking for something along the same lines. I picked up a book I believe called the artificer which unfortunately was an utter disappointment. That's what led me to this book. The first one absolutely knocked it out of the park. Can't recommend it enough and it has already received the audio treatment. This book however has not and will not for some time at least at the time of this review. The fourth book will be released in ebook format months before book two gets the audio treatment. For me that's more important as if I like a book then I buy it on audio. Aside from that I'm far more willing to give a series of shot if they are a part of the Kindle unlimited program. That said though it was a bit of an unpleasant surprise to find out that the sequels were not a part of the Kindle unlimited program. Furthermore the price was about $3 more than what I usually find is the price for this type of book in ebook format. The reason why I bring this up is because this is the first time I've come across this author and the first series I've read by this author and despite what some may think price does impact the rating, review, and and regard as to whether or not the purchase was worth it. As of right now I would say that the sequel was worth the price. Hopefully the gentleman keeps up the quality of the work throughout the series. It's just that with the higher than usual price tag in comparison to other works of a substantially similar nature, it is less likely that the audience will be forgiving of any shortcomings.
November 9, 2025
The Last Paladin #2 (The Last Paladin, #2) by Roman Savarovsky
A brisk yet emotionally resonant LitRPG/fantasy adventure, this second volume advances the saga of Marcus—the Last Paladin—in a world forever altered by betrayal and seven centuries of exile. Combining classic power struggles with deeply personal stakes, Savarovsky’s follow-up proves both energetic and surprising in its take on the “reincarnated hero” trope.
Plot and Progression: Book two plunges Marcus into a maelstrom of escalating threats after the fall of the Shadow District’s boss—a shift that leaves the city’s political landscape in turmoil and Marcus with a fresh set of enemies. The story deepens the meta-conflict between powerful Clans, Grand Princes, and a tangled web of magical alliances. Marcus’s unique blend of primal elemental mastery and his mark of Darkness instantly makes him a target, with not one but two Grand Princes hungry for his elimination.
Many LitRPG stories slide into repetitive grind or mechanical escalation, but Savarovsky sidesteps this by weaving the action into a broader narrative tapestry. Marcus’s sworn enemies are more than mustache-twirling villains; politics, bruised egos, and old-world grudges make for tensions that feel organic and ripe for betrayal. Familiar faces and new adversaries test not just Marcus’s powers, but also his cunning and emotional durability.
Characterization & Themes: Marcus remains a compelling departure from grimdark anti-heroes or bland self-insert MCs. His humor and resilience—kept intact even after 700 years in magical exile—counterbalance the darkness of his mark. He’s not out to beg for his place; he intends to take it back, and if a city or kingdom gets upended along the way, so be it.
Support comes from a lively cast: the delightfully sadistic parrot, the fiercely loyal “Cat,” and various allies (and frenemies) who walk the line between comic relief and dramatic foils. The interplay keeps the narrative voice buoyant even amidst high-stakes showdowns. Underpinning Marcus’s tumultuous return is a strong throughline of rebirth, the cost of vengeance, and the resilience required to forge ahead when everything that anchored you to the world is gone (in Marcus’s case, literally for centuries).
Series Evolution & Comparative Notes: Rather than bogging down in video-game stats, Savarovsky integrates magical elements, world lore, and RPG-like progression in a fashion that feels natural to character and setting. The result is a richer, more novelistic take on progression fantasy than some of its pure grind-heavy contemporaries.
For fans of Will Wight’s Cradle or Tao Wong’s xianxia-infused LitRPGs, this series offers a different flavor: less ironic detachment, more raw feeling, and a slightly more classical sense of adventuring camaraderie—matched with humor, monsters, and plenty of magical mayhem.
Critical Take: While the prose can lean workmanlike and some side characters serve more as plot-enablers than fully realized personalities, Marcus’s arc remains satisfying both for his strengths and his vulnerabilities. The political intrigue sidesteps the most predictable plot beats, and the “last of his order” trope is handled with a mixture of nostalgia and subversive self-awareness that prevents the series from feeling derivative.
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐✩ (4/5) — Buoyant, battle-ready, and emotionally punchy; a worthy entry for fans of hero-focused progression fantasy.
June 12, 2025
I'm angry!
I read book 1; could hardly put it down. Everything I'd been missing for years in my search for enjoyable fantasy was there: Great writing, truly interesting world building, almost zero angst - but good strategic thinking, zero cussing, sex is there but not purient, a great power/magic system with a powerful MC who has a sense of humor as well as a code of honor. It had a hanger of an ending - but the story went on without review... All good.
But story 2 dropped repeated "gd's" and it just wasn't necessary! There's not even mentions of religion - it didn't fit the world building and definitely not my taste. I'm angry and disappointed to have my enjoyment spoiled.
My Ma used to say that it showed no imagination - which this author can't claim as an excuse! I'm blown away by his art. So this has to be some caving to a rating or publisher's requirements.
I read book 1; could hardly put it down. Everything I'd been missing for years in my search for enjoyable fantasy was there: Great writing, truly interesting world building, almost zero angst - but good strategic thinking, zero cussing, sex is there but not purient, a great power/magic system with a powerful MC who has a sense of humor as well as a code of honor. It had a hanger of an ending - but the story went on without review... All good.
But story 2 dropped repeated "gd's" and it just wasn't necessary! There's not even mentions of religion - it didn't fit the world building and definitely not my taste. I'm angry and disappointed to have my enjoyment spoiled.
My Ma used to say that it showed no imagination - which this author can't claim as an excuse! I'm blown away by his art. So this has to be some caving to a rating or publisher's requirements.
June 22, 2025
Marcus colors the world dark, obliterates enemies, & efficiently inspires...
The series revolves around an enigma, dangerous, lethal, and brilliant in his tactics, survival, keeping his sights on his ultimate goal. Our hero is relentless, endearing, inspiring to those he bothers with, and so far out of most of the heavy players' league its laughable (but makes for an enthralling, extremely intriguing storyline, what with all the plot twists and assassination attempts made on him. This action hero is really appealing, rather likeable for all his eccentric and casual bloodletting along with the (often accidental) mutilation of his attackers while defending himself against his challengers and behind the scenes enemies (whenever he manages to confront them in person). Great, brilliant series! Five stars.
The series revolves around an enigma, dangerous, lethal, and brilliant in his tactics, survival, keeping his sights on his ultimate goal. Our hero is relentless, endearing, inspiring to those he bothers with, and so far out of most of the heavy players' league its laughable (but makes for an enthralling, extremely intriguing storyline, what with all the plot twists and assassination attempts made on him. This action hero is really appealing, rather likeable for all his eccentric and casual bloodletting along with the (often accidental) mutilation of his attackers while defending himself against his challengers and behind the scenes enemies (whenever he manages to confront them in person). Great, brilliant series! Five stars.
September 10, 2025
I really enjoyed the series! Main character just fun...anti-hero?
I'd like the story enough to buy the books in the series. It's my first time reading through it in full. The main character is done so well mostly because he maintains his own agency through the whole book, he's never tied down going from a to b chasing McGuffins or people are pushing him to do something he doesn't want to do or he's forced to follow a plot line. I honestly never know what's going to happen next. The world is pretty well fleshed out but you still learn quite a bit because most of what the main character knows is seven centuries old. The normal power grab with leaders is normal trope, but the main character is just fun. He's decisive, there has not been many plot holes that stick out that make you go...like why would that happen. It's a good fun series. Got to recommend it.
I'd like the story enough to buy the books in the series. It's my first time reading through it in full. The main character is done so well mostly because he maintains his own agency through the whole book, he's never tied down going from a to b chasing McGuffins or people are pushing him to do something he doesn't want to do or he's forced to follow a plot line. I honestly never know what's going to happen next. The world is pretty well fleshed out but you still learn quite a bit because most of what the main character knows is seven centuries old. The normal power grab with leaders is normal trope, but the main character is just fun. He's decisive, there has not been many plot holes that stick out that make you go...like why would that happen. It's a good fun series. Got to recommend it.
June 15, 2025
I received a review copy of this book.
Very well done. Second book in the series, and it's extending the story towards the only path you'd expect, revenge. Only, not the we will come and hunt down you and your families kind of revenge, oh, no, this is the we'll take everything you thingk you know, and turn it on it's head kind. And, great reading in the process. If you weren't sure about the first book, I strongly urge you to read this one too, then make a decision. I'm guessing you won't be undecided anymore.
Very well done. Second book in the series, and it's extending the story towards the only path you'd expect, revenge. Only, not the we will come and hunt down you and your families kind of revenge, oh, no, this is the we'll take everything you thingk you know, and turn it on it's head kind. And, great reading in the process. If you weren't sure about the first book, I strongly urge you to read this one too, then make a decision. I'm guessing you won't be undecided anymore.
May 4, 2025
Enjoyable
I like this author’s writing style, as it’s quick, crisp, and straightforward. Thankfully, there isn’t anything extraneous to the story like unnecessarily detailed descriptions of the surroundings and people. It’s clearly written by a guy as the ongoing theme is that every woman wants the main character. As the books take a few months between releases, a slight recap of events and people sprinkled through the story would be helpful.
I like this author’s writing style, as it’s quick, crisp, and straightforward. Thankfully, there isn’t anything extraneous to the story like unnecessarily detailed descriptions of the surroundings and people. It’s clearly written by a guy as the ongoing theme is that every woman wants the main character. As the books take a few months between releases, a slight recap of events and people sprinkled through the story would be helpful.
May 11, 2025
Second in series
The protagonist feels a bit overpowered for the conflicts he's facing, but I like the character. There's no romance in the story even though there are two women on the cover. He seems to attract women like a bee searching for nectar, but he is oblivious to their attractions. There are occasional mentions of adult situations but nothing detailed, and he doesn't appear to have any enduring interest in any of the local ladies
The protagonist feels a bit overpowered for the conflicts he's facing, but I like the character. There's no romance in the story even though there are two women on the cover. He seems to attract women like a bee searching for nectar, but he is oblivious to their attractions. There are occasional mentions of adult situations but nothing detailed, and he doesn't appear to have any enduring interest in any of the local ladies
July 12, 2025
Shadow position takes a lot of work!
What happened to the vacation that Marcus was supposed to be taking. But taking over the shadow clan sure doesn't seem to be leaving much time to relax. And all the other people trying to kill him. Well what happens next to the Warrior Paladin.
What happened to the vacation that Marcus was supposed to be taking. But taking over the shadow clan sure doesn't seem to be leaving much time to relax. And all the other people trying to kill him. Well what happens next to the Warrior Paladin.
October 9, 2025
Great read. Captivating and fast paced.
This well written story kept me guessing from beginning to end. From the fi
rst page, to the last, I was kept wondering exactly what a Paladin is in this crazy world of elemental forces full of intrigue and betrayal. It's a magic like none I have ever heard of and I'm living it. I'm ready for the next volume right now!
This well written story kept me guessing from beginning to end. From the fi
rst page, to the last, I was kept wondering exactly what a Paladin is in this crazy world of elemental forces full of intrigue and betrayal. It's a magic like none I have ever heard of and I'm living it. I'm ready for the next volume right now!
January 20, 2026
This is my first portal progression.Wonderful world building and storytelling. I read the first book because it was free through my Kindle membership. I liked the story and characters so much, I’m now paying to read them. I love to read writers from other countries. I find the pace and syntax to be refreshingly different than our homegrown authors.
April 30, 2025
A smashing good tale
Roman has a great grasp of snark, and its uses in driving a story forward. The mix of characters is impressive and necessary. I’m enjoying the books and looking forward to reading the next book.
Roman has a great grasp of snark, and its uses in driving a story forward. The mix of characters is impressive and necessary. I’m enjoying the books and looking forward to reading the next book.
July 8, 2025
I'd be happier if the reader was given hope that the titular protagonist had some plan to save the world. Without that hope, we're left with a power-fantasy that is quickly shaping up to become a harem story. I'll be leaving things here to preserve what good opinions remain.
July 26, 2025
Two ways to build an empire - build from scratch or take over someone else's and re-build that. I don't think that Marcus really could refuse to take over the Shadow Clan - too many people needed him to do that, including his new apprentice. Look what followed me home; can I keep them?
November 14, 2025
Addictive
The first book was a good backstory in so much that it told you the bones of the protagonist and some of his abilities. THIS…well, this is why I’m already upset that the series isn’t fully released yet. 💔
The full book 2 in less than a day. Sigh. On to the next one. 😁
The first book was a good backstory in so much that it told you the bones of the protagonist and some of his abilities. THIS…well, this is why I’m already upset that the series isn’t fully released yet. 💔
The full book 2 in less than a day. Sigh. On to the next one. 😁
April 25, 2025
Not much really happens in this book compared to the first. Still an interesting cast of characters and a story that moved along fairly quickly and kept my interest piqued.
April 26, 2025
Quite entertaining. I will look forward to the next books.
I loved the introduction of Beeky, the menace and the beach trip. The Argus plot, on the other hand, left me slightly confused.
I loved the introduction of Beeky, the menace and the beach trip. The Argus plot, on the other hand, left me slightly confused.
April 28, 2025
Great series
This is a series where you're sincerely hoping it's not a trilogy. Well written, lots of action and humor - thoroughly enjoyable.
This is a series where you're sincerely hoping it's not a trilogy. Well written, lots of action and humor - thoroughly enjoyable.
May 8, 2025
Great book that flew by. I don't mind an overpowered main character, especially one like this that's pretty cool and suave about it. So far, lots of fun. Looking forward to the next one next month.
May 13, 2025
Great series so far
Still enjoying the setting. Also liking the intrigue with the main character as he navigates the politics of the new world.
Still enjoying the setting. Also liking the intrigue with the main character as he navigates the politics of the new world.
May 31, 2025
Just as good as the first
Great characters, good story, wonderful MC, and not fluff. I'm looking forward to the third book. Highly recommend this series.
Great characters, good story, wonderful MC, and not fluff. I'm looking forward to the third book. Highly recommend this series.
August 27, 2025
discontinues
Not included in kindle unlimited. Waste of time reading book 1. Well disappointing as it would have been a really good read.
Not included in kindle unlimited. Waste of time reading book 1. Well disappointing as it would have been a really good read.
January 23, 2026
3.75 - a fun read
June 1, 2025
Still enjoyable. I don’t know if I want to read about a mafia boss but we’ll see where it goes I guess.
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