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Smith to the Small Gods 2: A Retired Legend Cozy LitRPG
So far, retirement has been good to this hidden Legend. Well, aside from all of the mystery and mayhem…
Orin Ironfinger just wants to enjoy his work.
He may have been feared and revered all over the world as a Legendary Barbarian, but now he’s eager to settle into his small yet important life as a blacksmith. Unfortunately, Orin’s long-awaited dream of a quiet retirement keeps getting interrupted by the echoes of his past.
And quite a few mischievous Small Gods.
Still, he wouldn’t trade these somewhat chaotic days in the quaint hamlet of Havenhold for anything. And it doesn’t matter who comes looking for him now…
He for damn sure won’t allow anything or anyone to threaten his new friends or his cozy little home.
A cozy, retired legend LitRPG for the ages!
Orin Ironfinger just wants to enjoy his work.
He may have been feared and revered all over the world as a Legendary Barbarian, but now he’s eager to settle into his small yet important life as a blacksmith. Unfortunately, Orin’s long-awaited dream of a quiet retirement keeps getting interrupted by the echoes of his past.
And quite a few mischievous Small Gods.
Still, he wouldn’t trade these somewhat chaotic days in the quaint hamlet of Havenhold for anything. And it doesn’t matter who comes looking for him now…
He for damn sure won’t allow anything or anyone to threaten his new friends or his cozy little home.
A cozy, retired legend LitRPG for the ages!
- GenresLitrpg
598 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 6, 2026
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January 22, 2026
Great Addition
I enjoyed this book a little more than the first one. This one was more about Orin, his quests and smithing and less about his time with Rhea and romance. I enjoy seeing his growth a learning about who he is now while learning more about his past. Im definitely waiting for book 3.
I enjoyed this book a little more than the first one. This one was more about Orin, his quests and smithing and less about his time with Rhea and romance. I enjoy seeing his growth a learning about who he is now while learning more about his past. Im definitely waiting for book 3.
January 28, 2026
Low stakes but not no combat
Just the premise of an extremely high level barbarian warrior trying to retire is funny. The story itself doesn't really have comedy but it does have unique magic and some fights. A wide array of township citizens and a mixture of denizens and deities and quests helps to keep the story moving.
Just the premise of an extremely high level barbarian warrior trying to retire is funny. The story itself doesn't really have comedy but it does have unique magic and some fights. A wide array of township citizens and a mixture of denizens and deities and quests helps to keep the story moving.
February 16, 2026
Ramping up to be fun
I read the first book over two days, this one took me a day and a half. I can't wait for number three, because you know it's just getting good. Still makes me happy, I love the characters and the actual sense of found family that the books give. So yeah, read this one as well.
I read the first book over two days, this one took me a day and a half. I can't wait for number three, because you know it's just getting good. Still makes me happy, I love the characters and the actual sense of found family that the books give. So yeah, read this one as well.
January 15, 2026
Enjoying this series.
Having fun with this series. I didn’t even know this type of literature existed till I read the library system reset series, and now I’m addicted. Some are not well done, but this one is really good.
Having fun with this series. I didn’t even know this type of literature existed till I read the library system reset series, and now I’m addicted. Some are not well done, but this one is really good.
January 16, 2026
Awesome!!!
I love this style of genre. This blends a superb storytelling, without stats overload. The pace is excellent, the characters authentic. Now I have to wait (groan) for the next book.
Very well done!
I love this style of genre. This blends a superb storytelling, without stats overload. The pace is excellent, the characters authentic. Now I have to wait (groan) for the next book.
Very well done!
April 22, 2026
This was truly a wonderful continuation to the series. The only thing I would change is that I want it to be longer as its left me with a craving that I know will be hard to fill with other books. With this I've officially read all of Max Vale's cozy litrpgs and I'm dying for more
January 13, 2026
Loved
Loved the next installment of this series! Can't wait for book three to come out and to see what adventures happen.
Loved the next installment of this series! Can't wait for book three to come out and to see what adventures happen.
March 6, 2026
Fanfreakingtastic!
What an incredible story! I absolutely loved this book and such wonderful characters! I can not wait for the next book to come out!
What an incredible story! I absolutely loved this book and such wonderful characters! I can not wait for the next book to come out!
Displaying 1 - 8 of 8 reviews