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Downtown Druid #2
Downtown Druid 2: A Progression Fantasy Epic
No longer confined to the Pit, Dantes is out for blood.
Those who got him thrown down into Rendhold Underprison don’t know he’s coming, but they will. They’ve grown powerful in his absence, but he’s got new tricks of his own and he’s only just started to put down his roots.
Rats only take small bites at first, but if there are enough of them, there’s nothing they can’t tear apart and eat.
The only thing slowing him down are the mysterious people that share his abilities. Are they friends? Or foes?
He’ll just have to trust his instincts... Or at least Jacopo’s.
Book 2 in a progression fantasy series perfect for fans of Dishonored, The Blacktongue Thief, The Lies of Locke Lamora, and Baldur’s Gate!
About the A slow-burn progression fantasy focused on an Anti-hero MC with a code rising through the criminal underworld of a city-state using newfound powers and quick wits. MC's powers will develop slowly, but he will use them in creative ways to get ahead, and in the meantime he'll do whatever it takes.
Those who got him thrown down into Rendhold Underprison don’t know he’s coming, but they will. They’ve grown powerful in his absence, but he’s got new tricks of his own and he’s only just started to put down his roots.
Rats only take small bites at first, but if there are enough of them, there’s nothing they can’t tear apart and eat.
The only thing slowing him down are the mysterious people that share his abilities. Are they friends? Or foes?
He’ll just have to trust his instincts... Or at least Jacopo’s.
Book 2 in a progression fantasy series perfect for fans of Dishonored, The Blacktongue Thief, The Lies of Locke Lamora, and Baldur’s Gate!
About the A slow-burn progression fantasy focused on an Anti-hero MC with a code rising through the criminal underworld of a city-state using newfound powers and quick wits. MC's powers will develop slowly, but he will use them in creative ways to get ahead, and in the meantime he'll do whatever it takes.
436 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 30, 2025
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August 31, 2025
3.5 Stars
This is a solid high-urban fantasy. We know little about the magic systems other than Druidry... but that's what the protagonist practices so it's enough for now.
Dante is a relatable protagonist and his search for vengeance is sufficient to power the narrative. There's something missing though. It all seems too predictable and vanilla. Perhaps a dash of mystery could enliven things.
I'll be happy to continue the series, but won't be panting as I wait.
This is a solid high-urban fantasy. We know little about the magic systems other than Druidry... but that's what the protagonist practices so it's enough for now.
Dante is a relatable protagonist and his search for vengeance is sufficient to power the narrative. There's something missing though. It all seems too predictable and vanilla. Perhaps a dash of mystery could enliven things.
I'll be happy to continue the series, but won't be panting as I wait.
October 9, 2025
love me some morally grey protagnists, this is executed well.
August 1, 2025
Ohhhh myyy! Soooooooo frigginawesome! Dantes and Jacopo are hard at work getting stronger with the soul goal of getting revenge! Revenge on the people that betrayed them, and now that they've escaped the Pit, it's time to get even! But first they need to grow their garden. As all good Druids should and gaining even more favor from the Mother of all and hopefully they'll also earn favor from the Pigeon God. Wow, Jacopo the Rat 🐀 he's just som'min else! I ❤ Jacopo!
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Yeah grab the book and join the Green Team!
August 2, 2025
Good Read
This was a great continuation from the first book. I liked that there was less sex and drug use in this one. I think that there's enough drama and intrigue that most of it isn't needed. I really loved seeing more characters from the the Pitt in this book, and I'm glad that Million got what was coming to him. Im hoping that we'll see more of the Collared in book 3, as well as Godfrey, and the druidess.
This was a great continuation from the first book. I liked that there was less sex and drug use in this one. I think that there's enough drama and intrigue that most of it isn't needed. I really loved seeing more characters from the the Pitt in this book, and I'm glad that Million got what was coming to him. Im hoping that we'll see more of the Collared in book 3, as well as Godfrey, and the druidess.
August 5, 2025
Really Good and Unique
The only thing that dismayed me about this book is how much of a criminal Dantes turned out to be. For some reason, I was hoping he would turn towards being legitimate after he got his revenge. Still recommend this series.
The only thing that dismayed me about this book is how much of a criminal Dantes turned out to be. For some reason, I was hoping he would turn towards being legitimate after he got his revenge. Still recommend this series.
August 6, 2025
Dandelions thrive in cracked cement
Love this series. A Druid who lives in a massive urban sprawl and finds a way to thrive there is a fantastic flip on the tree hugging hermit trope.
Can't wait to see where this author takes me next!
Love this series. A Druid who lives in a massive urban sprawl and finds a way to thrive there is a fantastic flip on the tree hugging hermit trope.
Can't wait to see where this author takes me next!
August 7, 2025
As good as the first or better
I enjoyed reading about Dante rising to power and starting to get on his feet as a druid. Lots of action and fun progression. I hope the third book will keep it up.
I enjoyed reading about Dante rising to power and starting to get on his feet as a druid. Lots of action and fun progression. I hope the third book will keep it up.
August 9, 2025
Lost 2 stars for NOT writing a Recap.
I think every reader needs to start doing this to force authors to write a quick Recap chapter, which readers can skip if they remember, and those who don't won't stop reading the series.
I think every reader needs to start doing this to force authors to write a quick Recap chapter, which readers can skip if they remember, and those who don't won't stop reading the series.
December 27, 2025
It was a gritty finish to a gritty book. The bad guys are really bad and the good guys aren't much different. It's very clever, but it wasn't very fun for me to spend all my time in a world where everybody is selfish and brutal.
August 4, 2025
Great story
Really great story. It has a nice flow, and the hero doesn't flawlessly win. It has a much more realistic feel to it.
Really great story. It has a nice flow, and the hero doesn't flawlessly win. It has a much more realistic feel to it.
September 20, 2025
A satisfying revenge arc. Jakopo is the best rat sidekick ever and made me laugh out loud so many times
October 20, 2025
Masterful Sequel
Great progression and organized crime story. Continues to deliver good characters and a natural progression that is a great magic system.
Great progression and organized crime story. Continues to deliver good characters and a natural progression that is a great magic system.
November 1, 2025
It wasn’t until after I finished this book and was listening to a summary of the Count of Monte Cristo, that I realized all of the connections! I don’t know if I’d go so far as to call this book a retelling, but definitely a lot of fascinating connections.
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