Breeder

by Erica Gallegos

She's an outcast cursed to consume the memories of anything she touches. A woman fated to repopulate the nation's dwindling army. A breeder.

And she's desperate for a taste of freedom.

So when a tournament is held to recruit the army's best candidates, Alex Kingsley does what she does best: she intervenes. But it's only after a demon army is unleashed upon humanity that Alex finally has the chance to prove herself -- and put her curse to good use.

455 pages, Paperback

First published June 13, 2025

About the author

During the workday, Erica helps businesses reduce their environmental footprint, but she spends her evenings developing fantasy worlds!

She mainly operates in the fantasy, sci-fi, and adventure genres (but never omits a slow-burning romantic subplot). She aims to write inclusively, diversely, and boldly enough that someday, bigoted white men will label her a "Nasty Woman."

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Her writing journey began in fifth grade when she wrote and illustrated her first book, Running Rain. Thirteen years later, she became a "Wattpad Creator" on the storytelling platform—namely for her book series, The Ephemeral, which she drafted in high school. While on Wattpad, her novel Breeder won a Watty Award and garnered over 650,000 reads, and in 2022, she was asked to speak on a worldbuilding panel at WattCon (LA). ​


Due to popular demand, these early works are moving to Amazon. But as soon as this publishing process concludes, Erica plans to dive into her next fantasy saga: The Godsgiven Chronicles.​​​​​​​

Reviews

[♡︎Ree༄ · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is one of the best things I've ever read. Something I'll always cherish. Something I'll spend my money on if it gets published. My soul strives in its existence. It's characters hold my undying love.

Words could never be enough to express how much I love this series.

[Andrea Torres · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this book! Technically, it's only on Wattpad- but I wouldn't be surprised if the author got a publishing deal because she is AMAZING.

First off, her characters are cool. She managed to create lovable, relatable, and emotion & thought-provoking main characters. She can illustrate an entirely different world and give you descriptive details within ONE single paragraph. She conveys a message of strength, girl power, and development in oneself after having grown up in a single-minded environment!

I am a big fan of the first book in this series, and I am more than ecstatic to announce that I will forever be a fan of this author!

[Chantal Stiglingh · Rating 5 out of 5]

Erica Gallegos has truely created a wonderful work of fiction. Alex Kingsley's is your typical teenage girl rebelling against the social requirements expected of her. Going against the grain Alex aquires unlikely friends and comrades in arms whom btw although they are supporting characters are endearing in their own rights. I would recommend this book as a thoroughly good read and never a dull moment. Im currently reading book 2 and I won't give any spoilers but you won't want to miss it either

[Kate Rhinehart · Rating 5 out of 5]

Alex Kingsley has is a teen who wants to be a warrior. In her world, women are relinquished to the role of having children - breeders. Alex wants more. She also has a secret. Beneath her gloves, she has hidden power. She'll have to overcome many challenges to change the Patriarchal views of her world.
The author paints intricate descriptions of this fantasy world. Kudos to her creative skill and imagination all for our benefit.
A must read for anyone who roots for the longshot and loves action adventures.

[Surt Lim · Rating 5 out of 5]

I came across this story on Wattpad and was blown away at how well it was written. One of the better fantasy novels I'd read in a long while. I really enjoyed the relationships between Alex, Will, Tom, and her friends. The death scenes were touching tearjerkers, and the characters felt alive and relatable. Can't wait to read Vol. 2! Great job Erica!

[Glad Mc · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolutely love this book, couldn't put it down. Been quite a while since I've found a book that I wanted to read a second time

[shdp · Rating 5 out of 5]

Read this book on Wattpad years ago. Enjoyed it immensely. Also read the other books in the series. Recommend it highly!

[Its Me · Rating 1 out of 5]

DNF

[Iris]

I DNF this within 10%. Don’t waste your time or money on this book.

[Athena M. M. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Not often a book makes me gasp at clever turns of phrase every other paragraph but this one made me enjoy the craft as much as the story.

[Susan Norman · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very entertaining story about a unique female warrior protagonist. I will definitely be reading the next one in the series.