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Dark Dungeon #1
Dungeon Spawned
Nurien wakes up in a crystal prison, a soul stone, and has no idea what happened to him, or what he is or was. It takes him a while to figure things out.
A dungeon imp eventually shows up to tell him what he is, a dark dungeon, and to help him learn and grow. Problem is, it doesn’t take long for him to figure out that things aren’t quite matching up to little Ebony’s expectations. Luckily, he has some other help in his head, another soul trapped in the crystal prison with him. Unluckily, that help is a power-hungry demoness from hell.
He’s got a lot to learn if he’s going to survive and prosper, but most of all, who the hell was he, and what?
Mature Content Warning: There are some adult situations.
A dungeon imp eventually shows up to tell him what he is, a dark dungeon, and to help him learn and grow. Problem is, it doesn’t take long for him to figure out that things aren’t quite matching up to little Ebony’s expectations. Luckily, he has some other help in his head, another soul trapped in the crystal prison with him. Unluckily, that help is a power-hungry demoness from hell.
He’s got a lot to learn if he’s going to survive and prosper, but most of all, who the hell was he, and what?
Mature Content Warning: There are some adult situations.
169 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 25, 2017
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About the author
D.R. Rosier
112 books235 followersI was born and raised on Long Island and always had two hobbies...
I loved computers, and I read books voraciously.
I've been working in the computer industry for twenty years, and have continued to read a large number of books. On a whim, I started writing erotic short stories online, and to my surprise they were always highly rated, and more than that, I found I loved to write. Since then I have worked at improving my writing, and started publishing on Amazon.
I loved computers, and I read books voraciously.
I've been working in the computer industry for twenty years, and have continued to read a large number of books. On a whim, I started writing erotic short stories online, and to my surprise they were always highly rated, and more than that, I found I loved to write. Since then I have worked at improving my writing, and started publishing on Amazon.
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September 20, 2017
This is supposedly an erotic fantasy story about a sentient dungeon - a relatively minor sub-genre, but not as minor as you might expect. In my opinion, it doesn't really class as erotica - there are some sex scenes, but not many, and not particularly graphic. The regular fantasy plot of the story is far more prevalent.
On the whole, the book is quite well-written, although there are some annoying errors that should have been picked up by better proof-reading / editing - "your" used instead of "you're" on occasion, and a character whose name jumps between Jerrold and Gerald a few times - sometimes even on the same page.
The world is pretty clearly based on a D&D-style world, and works well within that framework. Almost any gamer is going to find familiar situations in the dungeon-crawling and political intrigue that share roughly equal time on stage.
This is the first book of a trilogy - it doesn't end on a cliffhanger, so if you don't really enjoy it, enough of the story is completed to provide some closure, but not all the plotlines are resolved.
On the whole, the book is quite well-written, although there are some annoying errors that should have been picked up by better proof-reading / editing - "your" used instead of "you're" on occasion, and a character whose name jumps between Jerrold and Gerald a few times - sometimes even on the same page.
The world is pretty clearly based on a D&D-style world, and works well within that framework. Almost any gamer is going to find familiar situations in the dungeon-crawling and political intrigue that share roughly equal time on stage.
This is the first book of a trilogy - it doesn't end on a cliffhanger, so if you don't really enjoy it, enough of the story is completed to provide some closure, but not all the plotlines are resolved.
July 28, 2017
Great
I really liked this book.
In a genre that is getting filled with copy cats and emulators, Dungeon Spawned stand out.
Not only for the unique main character, but the story itself.
World development and character development are mid-rate, but the main character was highly enjoyable.
I really liked this book.
In a genre that is getting filled with copy cats and emulators, Dungeon Spawned stand out.
Not only for the unique main character, but the story itself.
World development and character development are mid-rate, but the main character was highly enjoyable.
July 28, 2017
This story grabs you from the beginning. The main character is someone you can identify with and can champion in a dark sort of way. I don't think this story is truly LitRPG it's more like a fantasy mixing a little rpg. However, all of the main characters are engaging and develop in logical ways. I don't recall a lot spelling or grammar errors. I think there was a steal instead of steel. May a few pronouns missing that would've clarified a sentence or two. Overall one of the best reads I have enjoyed in recent months.
I'm looking forward to seeing what Lila can do as a dark angel. I'm wondering if Catalina and her might hook up. Then there is Ebony and how is she going to handle these changes. Yes I'm looking forward to the next 2 books in this trilogy.
I'm looking forward to seeing what Lila can do as a dark angel. I'm wondering if Catalina and her might hook up. Then there is Ebony and how is she going to handle these changes. Yes I'm looking forward to the next 2 books in this trilogy.
July 26, 2017
Great dungeon book
I'm a sucker for dungeon books and this was a good one, a little darker than most but not much. I like that there's something for dungeon to work towards beyond just getting more powerful. My primary issue with this book is that it's really short. It felt like I just started reading then it was over. I really hope the other books in the trilogy are longer cause if there not all three books together will only be the length of a regular book. But still a fun read.
I'm a sucker for dungeon books and this was a good one, a little darker than most but not much. I like that there's something for dungeon to work towards beyond just getting more powerful. My primary issue with this book is that it's really short. It felt like I just started reading then it was over. I really hope the other books in the trilogy are longer cause if there not all three books together will only be the length of a regular book. But still a fun read.
August 14, 2017
Definitely interesting
I normally dislike multiple POV books, as well as first person POV books. In fact, I have a tendency to abhor them extremely. But then, every once in a blue moon, an author comes along that executes the mix very well, and even manages to make the story interesting too! This particular author is one of them. Very good book, the POV changes weren't painfully long, and the story moved quick enough to be more action packed while not losing too much depth. Good job.
I normally dislike multiple POV books, as well as first person POV books. In fact, I have a tendency to abhor them extremely. But then, every once in a blue moon, an author comes along that executes the mix very well, and even manages to make the story interesting too! This particular author is one of them. Very good book, the POV changes weren't painfully long, and the story moved quick enough to be more action packed while not losing too much depth. Good job.
August 11, 2017
I give this book about 2.5 stars. It has an interesting concept but some of the execution is off. It feels more like a Dungeon Master's cliff notes of a fight rather than actually describing the fighting at times. Sometimes the writing doesn't add up, it periodically changes from 1st to 3rd person at times. The characters seem to speak directly to the reader at times, and sometimes when addressing the reader it treats the situation as if it already happened with an "ominous" "I didn't know at the time but..." The more adult parts of the book are okay but don't really interest me. At times there were spelling or grammar mistakes noticeable. However, I do plan on continuing the series as it does seem to have room to grow.
July 26, 2017
Yet again another great romance adventure book. I love how this author can transform dark mythical creature such as vampires, succubus and shape shifters into creatures that can fall into love.
Just one thing to note on, there is not much dungeon building in this novel. If you are looking for some more dungeon building novels check out slime dungeon
Just one thing to note on, there is not much dungeon building in this novel. If you are looking for some more dungeon building novels check out slime dungeon
August 4, 2017
Fantasy Changeup
I'm new to the dungeon genre, I'm still not sold on all that; however, Dungeon Spawned book 1 was a good read. Like a lot of authors this story is too short and ends with a big cliff hanger. There's a lot of potential, hopefully book two (Dungeon Imperiled) will be as good.
I'm new to the dungeon genre, I'm still not sold on all that; however, Dungeon Spawned book 1 was a good read. Like a lot of authors this story is too short and ends with a big cliff hanger. There's a lot of potential, hopefully book two (Dungeon Imperiled) will be as good.
August 6, 2017
Omg. Wow. Powerful. Amazing. I loved it
%he best dungeon books I have ever read. The sex was a bit extreme, but done well enough to fit and not weigh down the story.
The progression and pacing was perfect. I am jumping to book 2 now and I demand book 3 be done soon.
Great job man.
%he best dungeon books I have ever read. The sex was a bit extreme, but done well enough to fit and not weigh down the story.
The progression and pacing was perfect. I am jumping to book 2 now and I demand book 3 be done soon.
Great job man.
July 30, 2017
A Fun Start
This story takes elements of a classic MMORPG in its world crafting, to some pretty good success. My only real complaint was there being no parties that had a thief type class displayed.
This story takes elements of a classic MMORPG in its world crafting, to some pretty good success. My only real complaint was there being no parties that had a thief type class displayed.
June 8, 2018
This is an incomplete book. It lacks resolution. The author apparently decided to get 3 times the money out of people by selling a complete story in installments, or so I assume since I certainly don't trust him enough to give him anymore of my money. The book is only 169 pages long so the author clearly could have written one good book instead of three bad ones (again, I assume since I have no plans to read anything else by this author but all currently available evidence supports this assumption).
The set up is this: a new god is born to a pantheon but sister gods decide they have reason to fear the new god so, before he can mature, they imprison the new god in a dungeon core and cast it into the mortal realm. Time passes and the new god/core becomes sentient and quickly realizes that he is some form of higher being imprisoned in a core. He therefore sets out to be the best dungeon he can be because that will allow him to become knowledgeable and powerful enough to avenge his imprisonment. He sets up a dungeon and is prospering when the followers of an enemy god attempt to overrun his dungeon. Those followers are fought off. The end.
DOES THAT SOUND LIKE A COMPLETE STORY TO YOU??????
Bottom line: This author is either incompetent or sees his readers as cash cows to be exploited. Either way no one should ever buy another book from him.
The set up is this: a new god is born to a pantheon but sister gods decide they have reason to fear the new god so, before he can mature, they imprison the new god in a dungeon core and cast it into the mortal realm. Time passes and the new god/core becomes sentient and quickly realizes that he is some form of higher being imprisoned in a core. He therefore sets out to be the best dungeon he can be because that will allow him to become knowledgeable and powerful enough to avenge his imprisonment. He sets up a dungeon and is prospering when the followers of an enemy god attempt to overrun his dungeon. Those followers are fought off. The end.
DOES THAT SOUND LIKE A COMPLETE STORY TO YOU??????
Bottom line: This author is either incompetent or sees his readers as cash cows to be exploited. Either way no one should ever buy another book from him.
December 16, 2017
Good Read.
A dungeon builder story with a little similar to the Devine Dungeon series and The Slime Dungeon Chronicles as dealing with dungeons. I like the story and the mystery of Nurien. Looking forward to the next book.
A dungeon builder story with a little similar to the Devine Dungeon series and The Slime Dungeon Chronicles as dealing with dungeons. I like the story and the mystery of Nurien. Looking forward to the next book.
May 10, 2021
1.5 stars because I didn't like it, but I understand that it is pretty good as far as dungeon core books go.
This is standard dungeon core, with the purely descriptive storytelling and meaningless characters once you get used to the dungeon core.
Characters: 1/5 I didn't like them
World: 2/5 fine
Story: 1/5 I didn't like it
Characters:
The standard cut-and-dry dungeon core characters. The main character is some rational being that wakes up as a dungeon core with some helpers. He has no desires except for expanding the dungeon and helping his minions (in this case with some distasteful sex scenes, which ruin the story all by themselves). He doesn't consider issues of safety at all, and seems at home with the fact that he is a weak, rare core that is in a world that might not like dungeons.
World:
Pretty boring. There is no overview, and all we know is that there is a kingdom and a dungeon and a city. Beyond that idk what's up. This was by no means stellar, and the only reason I gave it 2 stars is because it wasn't objectively horrible and contradictory.
Story:
All over the place. The dungeon part is super boring and formulaic and there is no reason to care about what is happening because I've read the same story many times before. The sex is super distasteful and, on top of coming out of the blue and being described in a boring, amateurish way, it's also the "rape them to save them trope," and I ended up skipping the whole thing.
This is standard dungeon core, with the purely descriptive storytelling and meaningless characters once you get used to the dungeon core.
Characters: 1/5 I didn't like them
World: 2/5 fine
Story: 1/5 I didn't like it
Characters:
The standard cut-and-dry dungeon core characters. The main character is some rational being that wakes up as a dungeon core with some helpers. He has no desires except for expanding the dungeon and helping his minions (in this case with some distasteful sex scenes, which ruin the story all by themselves). He doesn't consider issues of safety at all, and seems at home with the fact that he is a weak, rare core that is in a world that might not like dungeons.
World:
Pretty boring. There is no overview, and all we know is that there is a kingdom and a dungeon and a city. Beyond that idk what's up. This was by no means stellar, and the only reason I gave it 2 stars is because it wasn't objectively horrible and contradictory.
Story:
All over the place. The dungeon part is super boring and formulaic and there is no reason to care about what is happening because I've read the same story many times before. The sex is super distasteful and, on top of coming out of the blue and being described in a boring, amateurish way, it's also the "rape them to save them trope," and I ended up skipping the whole thing.
June 15, 2018
Dungeons after dark...
I like the idea behind this book - the dungeon is a sentient creature, aware of how to grow and fight back against adventurers. It gains strength from said adventurers, drawing from their life force and magic. Much of the terminology is drawn from RPG's, with references to mana and player classes.
The story is told with multiple points of view, most of them incredibly interested in sex, to the point where one character is referenced as masturbating for 34 hours straight. I admire that sort of dedication to a cause.
The writing is decent and moves the plot along, but did not really make me feel emotionally invested in the characters enough to seek out the next book in the promised trilogy. The book could use a bit more editing - some words are similar to what's meant, but not the right word, which can just me out of the narrative. An example of the writing:
"As for Lila herself, she was in human form right now. Raven black hair, bright green eyes, and a surprisingly soft and beautiful face. Heart shaped. Her body though, was clearly built for sin. She looked more waspish, instead of having an hourglass figure..."
I like the idea behind this book - the dungeon is a sentient creature, aware of how to grow and fight back against adventurers. It gains strength from said adventurers, drawing from their life force and magic. Much of the terminology is drawn from RPG's, with references to mana and player classes.
The story is told with multiple points of view, most of them incredibly interested in sex, to the point where one character is referenced as masturbating for 34 hours straight. I admire that sort of dedication to a cause.
The writing is decent and moves the plot along, but did not really make me feel emotionally invested in the characters enough to seek out the next book in the promised trilogy. The book could use a bit more editing - some words are similar to what's meant, but not the right word, which can just me out of the narrative. An example of the writing:
"As for Lila herself, she was in human form right now. Raven black hair, bright green eyes, and a surprisingly soft and beautiful face. Heart shaped. Her body though, was clearly built for sin. She looked more waspish, instead of having an hourglass figure..."
August 7, 2018
For entire Trilogy:
Main problem with this fiction of course is premise. MC's soul was sealed as a toddler, so he basically never interacted with anyone, never learned anything, yet by the start of the novel MC can speak, know all concepts necessary for that(aside from few key ones author will mention every time).
Story components:
40% Dungeon management and magic. Somewhat well done, if a bit boring.
20% Adventurers fighting in a dungeon.
20% Author finding lovers for every single character.
(Honestly, princess will hook up with first free dungeon party member every single time, always love, idk)
(There are a lot of pairs in this trilogy, a lot of interactions, but never once was there ever slight disagreement between people, too sweet for my teeth)
10% Passionate Sex Scenes.
10% Everything else.
First and Second books 4/5. Wanted MC to take princess.
Third book 2.5/5 Far too bland. Bland Book, Blandest throwaway ending.
Main problem with this fiction of course is premise. MC's soul was sealed as a toddler, so he basically never interacted with anyone, never learned anything, yet by the start of the novel MC can speak, know all concepts necessary for that(aside from few key ones author will mention every time).
Story components:
40% Dungeon management and magic. Somewhat well done, if a bit boring.
20% Adventurers fighting in a dungeon.
20% Author finding lovers for every single character.
(Honestly, princess will hook up with first free dungeon party member every single time, always love, idk)
(There are a lot of pairs in this trilogy, a lot of interactions, but never once was there ever slight disagreement between people, too sweet for my teeth)
10% Passionate Sex Scenes.
10% Everything else.
First and Second books 4/5. Wanted MC to take princess.
Third book 2.5/5 Far too bland. Bland Book, Blandest throwaway ending.
December 18, 2017
This book is built around the interesting question: How do dungeons get populated with monsters for role playing games. Dungeons are living things trying to develop in power and adventures use them to find treasure and earn experience. Finding out the logic behind how this world works is part of the fun.
The actual plot is a little bit more complicated. Nurien, the protagonist, is only pretending to be a dungeon while he develops enough power to escape from the crystal he is trapped in. He’s worried if his enemies (and he doesn’t know who they are) find him first, then he will be destroyed. So he slowly develops his strength while trying to learn about the world around him. There is also a political plot involving that outer world. Overall, I enjoyed the book enough to finish reading it but don’t feel any real desire to get the next book in the trilogy.
The actual plot is a little bit more complicated. Nurien, the protagonist, is only pretending to be a dungeon while he develops enough power to escape from the crystal he is trapped in. He’s worried if his enemies (and he doesn’t know who they are) find him first, then he will be destroyed. So he slowly develops his strength while trying to learn about the world around him. There is also a political plot involving that outer world. Overall, I enjoyed the book enough to finish reading it but don’t feel any real desire to get the next book in the trilogy.
February 25, 2019
I disliked the book a lot.
The world is not explained in the slightest, nor the dungeon mechanics.
Character-development is nearly non existent for the exception of the main character, mostly because the author rather squeezed pointless sexscenes into the book than actually having the characters interact in a meaningful way with each other.
The world itself is also rather boring, being your generic dark-age fantasy realm where every single being is beautiful and healthy.
Just avoid it.
The world is not explained in the slightest, nor the dungeon mechanics.
Character-development is nearly non existent for the exception of the main character, mostly because the author rather squeezed pointless sexscenes into the book than actually having the characters interact in a meaningful way with each other.
The world itself is also rather boring, being your generic dark-age fantasy realm where every single being is beautiful and healthy.
Just avoid it.
August 3, 2017
A good Devil Hahaha! !
Very entertaining and dark story with lots of unexpected plots and happenings?. Well worth your reading nothing is over the top in devilishment or sex or ghoul. Let's hope the follow-up is as entertaining!
Very entertaining and dark story with lots of unexpected plots and happenings?. Well worth your reading nothing is over the top in devilishment or sex or ghoul. Let's hope the follow-up is as entertaining!
August 6, 2017
Stylish and well written
Not your typical Dungeon read, but a canvas to a wider theater of powers and intrigue in play in the affairs of men. The plotline was well constructed and look forward to how the story evolves in the next books.
Not your typical Dungeon read, but a canvas to a wider theater of powers and intrigue in play in the affairs of men. The plotline was well constructed and look forward to how the story evolves in the next books.
September 16, 2017
Keeping it 100
Not much to say, the author here knows how to do the things he does, well. If you're here for the risque stuff he's got that. If your here for an engaging plot with relatively dynamic characters and a world with a decent amount of depth he's got that too....5/5
Not much to say, the author here knows how to do the things he does, well. If you're here for the risque stuff he's got that. If your here for an engaging plot with relatively dynamic characters and a world with a decent amount of depth he's got that too....5/5
January 24, 2018
Dungeon spawned is an average example of the dungeon-as-protagonist type of books. It has some good things, and some bad. If you enjoy your books with a bit of well, not really romance, but sex, then you will enjoy it more than I did, I mostly found that part annoying.
March 9, 2019
It’s a fun book
It’s a different take on a dungeon core story which I’m a big fan of. I’ll be reading book 2 and if you like dungeon core stories and wish the relationship between dungeon and fairy would go somewhere, this is the book for you.
It’s a different take on a dungeon core story which I’m a big fan of. I’ll be reading book 2 and if you like dungeon core stories and wish the relationship between dungeon and fairy would go somewhere, this is the book for you.
August 24, 2020
Falls under the ok to good category, the character never seemed to care that much about the things going on other than his companions and there wasn't much details about the dungeon creation other than the results. Would have liked more.
June 24, 2021
A good read
It was overall a good story. I found it easier to follow only having the three POV but was a little short for my taste. Still I look forward to reading the next book in the series and would recommend this to any one that is a fan of the genre.
It was overall a good story. I found it easier to follow only having the three POV but was a little short for my taste. Still I look forward to reading the next book in the series and would recommend this to any one that is a fan of the genre.
July 28, 2017
Worth it
Interesting, well paced and not so technical you want to skip pages. Its a good read and there is not too much flicking between characters.
Interesting, well paced and not so technical you want to skip pages. Its a good read and there is not too much flicking between characters.
August 18, 2017
Enjoyable short read
I really enjoyed the 3 points of view and became enticed by how the main characters developed and continues to develop
I really enjoyed the 3 points of view and became enticed by how the main characters developed and continues to develop
July 30, 2017
Fun read
Simple fun read. Characters had a range of motivations and there own voice. Though some of the forays in to erotica don't add much to the story. Overall a good light read.
Simple fun read. Characters had a range of motivations and there own voice. Though some of the forays in to erotica don't add much to the story. Overall a good light read.
August 15, 2017
Good dungeon.
Good re:dungeon story line with sex. Overall it maintains the tropes, while still being a fun unique read. Looking forward to book 2.
Good re:dungeon story line with sex. Overall it maintains the tropes, while still being a fun unique read. Looking forward to book 2.
August 15, 2017
Great!
Good first book in this new trilogy, interesting characters with mysterious backstories, makes you want to read the next book immediately!
Good first book in this new trilogy, interesting characters with mysterious backstories, makes you want to read the next book immediately!
September 2, 2017
Excellent yarn☺
Nicely spicy bit of storytelling with a good non-human protagonist. As the first of three I look forward to getting to know the human contingent.
Nicely spicy bit of storytelling with a good non-human protagonist. As the first of three I look forward to getting to know the human contingent.
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