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The Amatherean Tales #2
A Clockwork Ogre: An Isekai LitRPG
An unlikely hero is embroiled in village politics, a fantastical war, and an orphan’s vengeful quest in the second book of this portal fantasy series.
After a hobgoblin raid leaves the town of Killic in disarray, fae assassin SJ and her AI sidekick, Dave, know they’ll need to devise a strategic counterstrike. But when Cristy—a gnoll left orphaned by the attack—takes things into her own hands, a fierce war suddenly erupts at their doorstep.
As the battle rages on, SJ makes another troubling the level cap around Killic has doubled, allowing overpowered Legionnaires, mighty wyverns, and mysterious assassins to stir up even more trouble in the once-idyllic starter town. Since she rejected the System’s terms and conditions, strange trials have popped up all around her, but she’s never faced such dangerous enemies before.
Newly appointed to Killic’s council, SJ must be equal parts diplomat and warrior. The fate of the town and her new companions depends on her shrewdness and grit. But she has her sights set higher than just survival . . . She’ll do everything possible to wield the chaos to achieve glory.
The second volume of the hit LitRPG adventure series—with more than 500,000 views on Royal Road—now available in paperback, ebook, and audiobook!
After a hobgoblin raid leaves the town of Killic in disarray, fae assassin SJ and her AI sidekick, Dave, know they’ll need to devise a strategic counterstrike. But when Cristy—a gnoll left orphaned by the attack—takes things into her own hands, a fierce war suddenly erupts at their doorstep.
As the battle rages on, SJ makes another troubling the level cap around Killic has doubled, allowing overpowered Legionnaires, mighty wyverns, and mysterious assassins to stir up even more trouble in the once-idyllic starter town. Since she rejected the System’s terms and conditions, strange trials have popped up all around her, but she’s never faced such dangerous enemies before.
Newly appointed to Killic’s council, SJ must be equal parts diplomat and warrior. The fate of the town and her new companions depends on her shrewdness and grit. But she has her sights set higher than just survival . . . She’ll do everything possible to wield the chaos to achieve glory.
The second volume of the hit LitRPG adventure series—with more than 500,000 views on Royal Road—now available in paperback, ebook, and audiobook!
- GenresFantasy
382 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 2, 2025
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December 21, 2025
Brilliant!!!! A great compliment to the first book. The introduction of Darren added layers to the ever growing town Killic. To see the mayor express so much emotion was a plus. The last 70 pages were my favorite, there is so much joy, betrayal, scandal, such scintillating surprises ...it put me in awe, it was fantastic. Every major quest that gets completed, reveals deeper meaning with the next. Very well thought out with great purpose, this series has been a slice of pie, refreshing, rejuvenating, enthralling with entertainment, I look forward to the next
April 1, 2026
4.5⭐️
This sequel said “less cozy, more consequences” and I was here for it.
Still obsessed with SJ and Dave. The banter is just as good, but their relationship is getting deeper in a way that really works. They’re fully becoming each other’s person.
This one leans more political and character-driven, with less combat than book one. That might not work for everyone, but I loved how much more we get of the town and side characters. The world feels bigger and more lived in now.
There is betrayal in this one, and it actually adds emotional weight instead of just drama for the sake of it.
Only reason it’s not a full 5⭐️ is it was a little battle-light for me, but overall this is a strong sequel that builds on everything and left me wanting more.
This sequel said “less cozy, more consequences” and I was here for it.
Still obsessed with SJ and Dave. The banter is just as good, but their relationship is getting deeper in a way that really works. They’re fully becoming each other’s person.
This one leans more political and character-driven, with less combat than book one. That might not work for everyone, but I loved how much more we get of the town and side characters. The world feels bigger and more lived in now.
There is betrayal in this one, and it actually adds emotional weight instead of just drama for the sake of it.
Only reason it’s not a full 5⭐️ is it was a little battle-light for me, but overall this is a strong sequel that builds on everything and left me wanting more.
January 18, 2026
A great continuation
This story has great character development and surprising world building, considering it is still set in a starter town. Light fighting, main character growth and mystery abound! I’m looking forward to the next book. ✌🏾
This story has great character development and surprising world building, considering it is still set in a starter town. Light fighting, main character growth and mystery abound! I’m looking forward to the next book. ✌🏾
December 7, 2025
love this series
I cant wait for book 3. I love the characters and their stories and the fresh approach to the system
I cant wait for book 3. I love the characters and their stories and the fresh approach to the system
January 13, 2026
Excellent
Very well written, lots of action, entertaining. Good story with potential for a long series; I hope. Looking forward to the next book.
Very well written, lots of action, entertaining. Good story with potential for a long series; I hope. Looking forward to the next book.
February 7, 2026
This is a good book and continues to be a very solid series, but man did the last hour have me yelling at my steering wheel while listening! 👍🏽👍🏽
December 6, 2025
I had a great time with this second instalment. SJ continues to be such a compelling character. The stakes feel bigger this time, but the heart of the story is still there, especially in how the characters look out for one another.
The worldbuilding expands in really clever ways, and the pacing kept me turning pages far later than planned.
I’m a big fan of isekai as a genre, and this series has quickly become a standout for me. I’m excited to see where book three takes things.
The worldbuilding expands in really clever ways, and the pacing kept me turning pages far later than planned.
I’m a big fan of isekai as a genre, and this series has quickly become a standout for me. I’m excited to see where book three takes things.
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