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Dungeon Bound 2
A week ago, all Gabriel wanted was to graduate and settle into a boring but safe job. Last night he tore a man's soul out to save a gorgon.
He's never felt more alive.
But their victory over his longtime bully provides only a short reprieve. There are darker threats than greedy adventurers hidden deep beneath Lostbarrow, and more enemies await in the city above.
Gabriel's new life as a Dungeon Master has been filled with violence. But after bonding two incredible monster girls, he wouldn't dare change a thing.With their help, he might be able to last long enough to settle into his role, if he can recover the stolen crystal before it's too late.
Can Gabriel and his bonded defend the Core and track down the sorceress who betrayed him?
Dungeon Bound contains casual nudity, crude humor, explicit sex, sexy monster girls, a growing harem, a fantasy world with magic, game mechanics, violence, revenge, profanity, Dungeon Cores, Dungeon Masters, magic, home invaders, an exhibitionist, and a dungeon.
He's never felt more alive.
But their victory over his longtime bully provides only a short reprieve. There are darker threats than greedy adventurers hidden deep beneath Lostbarrow, and more enemies await in the city above.
Gabriel's new life as a Dungeon Master has been filled with violence. But after bonding two incredible monster girls, he wouldn't dare change a thing.With their help, he might be able to last long enough to settle into his role, if he can recover the stolen crystal before it's too late.
Can Gabriel and his bonded defend the Core and track down the sorceress who betrayed him?
Dungeon Bound contains casual nudity, crude humor, explicit sex, sexy monster girls, a growing harem, a fantasy world with magic, game mechanics, violence, revenge, profanity, Dungeon Cores, Dungeon Masters, magic, home invaders, an exhibitionist, and a dungeon.
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Published June 29, 2021
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August 9, 2020
Good book shoddy end.
I really like the book, it's a strong and consistent sequel that is both amusing and enjoyable to read. Honestly, my only real problem is the fight at the end. I swear his intelligence felt like it went negative, it was actually the type of scene where I honestly hoped the mc suffered painfully for his glaring mistake. However, I do like the main characters a great deal and am otherwise happy with how things went and that everything has a happy resolution (heh...).
I really like the book, it's a strong and consistent sequel that is both amusing and enjoyable to read. Honestly, my only real problem is the fight at the end. I swear his intelligence felt like it went negative, it was actually the type of scene where I honestly hoped the mc suffered painfully for his glaring mistake. However, I do like the main characters a great deal and am otherwise happy with how things went and that everything has a happy resolution (heh...).
August 29, 2020
Emotional Action!
What makes this series better than standard harem fare is: 1) the strong female characters who have strong skills and personalities of their own, and 2) the strong emotional interactions between all of the characters. Yes, the magic, world, and plot are all very good too (love the technical aspects of casting spells), but the defining element in the story is very much “the feelz”. Action and sex take a back seat to the reasons *why* magic and sex occur, and while that all gets a tad weighty at times, it’s mostly a very good thing to see. Much too often fantasy action harems are just pulpy “wham-bam - lets go kill that man” stories. They have their place, but it’s nice to see an entry in the field where there’s time spent showing some real caring for each other. More than that, we see the weaknesses in each character, and why they need each other so much. It invests you in them, and in their story. We even see the flaws in the adversary characters. Nice. (I wouldn’t mind seeing Gabriel grow a little faster emotionally though.) Good humor throughout eases rough spots, and repetitive humorous topics reinforces the character personalities. I can see the growth - er - growing, as the characters advance. Good foreshadowing clues us as to what’s coming (sometimes) and the main personal conflict is very interesting. The sex isn’t fade to black, but it isn’t a page-filled painful gout of turgid detail either. It’s a fair balance. The battles (and wounds) are the same.
Overall, I’d say this is a nice (manga-like) fantasy-action drama, with humorous dark and harem elements. It doesn’t shy away from sex, pain, or personal demons, but it doesn’t wallow in them either. I like it, and I want to see more.
Recommended (16+)
What makes this series better than standard harem fare is: 1) the strong female characters who have strong skills and personalities of their own, and 2) the strong emotional interactions between all of the characters. Yes, the magic, world, and plot are all very good too (love the technical aspects of casting spells), but the defining element in the story is very much “the feelz”. Action and sex take a back seat to the reasons *why* magic and sex occur, and while that all gets a tad weighty at times, it’s mostly a very good thing to see. Much too often fantasy action harems are just pulpy “wham-bam - lets go kill that man” stories. They have their place, but it’s nice to see an entry in the field where there’s time spent showing some real caring for each other. More than that, we see the weaknesses in each character, and why they need each other so much. It invests you in them, and in their story. We even see the flaws in the adversary characters. Nice. (I wouldn’t mind seeing Gabriel grow a little faster emotionally though.) Good humor throughout eases rough spots, and repetitive humorous topics reinforces the character personalities. I can see the growth - er - growing, as the characters advance. Good foreshadowing clues us as to what’s coming (sometimes) and the main personal conflict is very interesting. The sex isn’t fade to black, but it isn’t a page-filled painful gout of turgid detail either. It’s a fair balance. The battles (and wounds) are the same.
Overall, I’d say this is a nice (manga-like) fantasy-action drama, with humorous dark and harem elements. It doesn’t shy away from sex, pain, or personal demons, but it doesn’t wallow in them either. I like it, and I want to see more.
Recommended (16+)
September 5, 2025
Book two ended up being less of what I enjoyed about book one and so much more of what I could have done without.
Having gotten to chapter 16 in book two I got tired of the endless descriptions of the girls. In the first book it was kind of fun to have the Gorgon be exasperated by the Hell Hound. In book two there was just so much that it stopped being funny. Same with the MC. In book one I could forgive him for being a bit of noob, now he just comes across as a moron. He continually obsesses over how sexy his girls are, but doesn't actually do much about it. When he actually makes decisions, they are usually snap decisions, because thinking hard. Usually though the Gorgon does most of the brain work.
Narration still very good, so two stars.
Having gotten to chapter 16 in book two I got tired of the endless descriptions of the girls. In the first book it was kind of fun to have the Gorgon be exasperated by the Hell Hound. In book two there was just so much that it stopped being funny. Same with the MC. In book one I could forgive him for being a bit of noob, now he just comes across as a moron. He continually obsesses over how sexy his girls are, but doesn't actually do much about it. When he actually makes decisions, they are usually snap decisions, because thinking hard. Usually though the Gorgon does most of the brain work.
Narration still very good, so two stars.
September 5, 2020
The wild ride adventure continues
I really enjoyed the second book in the series. The main character is strong and yet has weaknesses that he must overcome. As he grows closer to his companions he learns more and more about the world and learns that he has much to still understand. there is evil in the world that goes by the name of the swarm and it is not just this world but in many worlds. Will he become stronger emotionally physically and as well as mentally or will he fall into oblivion only time will tell. I hope I get to chance to read the next book soon keep up the good work.
I really enjoyed the second book in the series. The main character is strong and yet has weaknesses that he must overcome. As he grows closer to his companions he learns more and more about the world and learns that he has much to still understand. there is evil in the world that goes by the name of the swarm and it is not just this world but in many worlds. Will he become stronger emotionally physically and as well as mentally or will he fall into oblivion only time will tell. I hope I get to chance to read the next book soon keep up the good work.
January 4, 2024
I quite liked Book 1, and Book 2 is...more of the same really.
The plot continues to be a bit of a weak spot - we make very little progress, and keep diverting into big set piece battles that don't really seem to advance the larger goals.
However, the characters continue to be great, and the setting is getting fleshed out a bit with some interesting mysteries. I still wouldn't quite call this a great book (hence my 4 star rating), but it's very good, and I think heading in the right direction.
If you want to read a cheerful little story about a guy who got betrayed and is now kicking ass, and you aren't going to be too annoyed by the plot sort of ambling along and not making a ton of progress, then I absolutely recommennd this book.
The plot continues to be a bit of a weak spot - we make very little progress, and keep diverting into big set piece battles that don't really seem to advance the larger goals.
However, the characters continue to be great, and the setting is getting fleshed out a bit with some interesting mysteries. I still wouldn't quite call this a great book (hence my 4 star rating), but it's very good, and I think heading in the right direction.
If you want to read a cheerful little story about a guy who got betrayed and is now kicking ass, and you aren't going to be too annoyed by the plot sort of ambling along and not making a ton of progress, then I absolutely recommennd this book.
October 3, 2023
DNF at 42%
The author´s inclination to write incomplete sentences grates on my nerves.
The protagonist still is sex obsessed moron and the book focuses too much on oral or carnal activities while lacking in real progress. The bitch in heat character is hard to stomach and the new foulmouthed character does not improve the quality of the story either.
I stopped reading when i came to the point when in the middle of a fight the protagonist wonders if the nipples of his companion grew firm...
The author´s inclination to write incomplete sentences grates on my nerves.
The protagonist still is sex obsessed moron and the book focuses too much on oral or carnal activities while lacking in real progress. The bitch in heat character is hard to stomach and the new foulmouthed character does not improve the quality of the story either.
I stopped reading when i came to the point when in the middle of a fight the protagonist wonders if the nipples of his companion grew firm...
June 13, 2025
Book2 winds all over the path with action.
I really needed the recap because it's been forever since I read book 1. What I didn't like is the story tells you there's a timeline and a mission objective but doesn't seem to get there.
However the story does move quickly after the first 3rd and the characters are very likeable. This is a very good read and only one step in the series.
I really needed the recap because it's been forever since I read book 1. What I didn't like is the story tells you there's a timeline and a mission objective but doesn't seem to get there.
However the story does move quickly after the first 3rd and the characters are very likeable. This is a very good read and only one step in the series.
August 11, 2020
I really like...
I really like the aspects of this world and dungeon. The story has a good feel and flow to it. The characters aren't unique, but they're fun and interesting. The main protagonist is someone I like, and he does stupid stuff for good reasons. Well, mostly. ;)
Looking forward to the next book.
I really like the aspects of this world and dungeon. The story has a good feel and flow to it. The characters aren't unique, but they're fun and interesting. The main protagonist is someone I like, and he does stupid stuff for good reasons. Well, mostly. ;)
Looking forward to the next book.
October 31, 2021
Interesting MC and developed plot
MC is an average joe who works hard and creates his own luck. He and his bonded are complex characters in what I believe is a computer game universe...don't know what the bade universe is like, but it seems it is ours according to the slang that the characters don't understand. Steady plot progression. Waiting on the next installment...
MC is an average joe who works hard and creates his own luck. He and his bonded are complex characters in what I believe is a computer game universe...don't know what the bade universe is like, but it seems it is ours according to the slang that the characters don't understand. Steady plot progression. Waiting on the next installment...
May 13, 2024
This is a great series
I love how much character development Bastian works into his writing. It's so good to see character relationships being the primary focus. Yeah, there are a few editing issues, but both this and the previous one are far from being unreadable (unlike the second Diablo: Sin War novel).
Can't wait to see how this story progresses!
I love how much character development Bastian works into his writing. It's so good to see character relationships being the primary focus. Yeah, there are a few editing issues, but both this and the previous one are far from being unreadable (unlike the second Diablo: Sin War novel).
Can't wait to see how this story progresses!
August 9, 2020
Great
Great to see this series continue!! Awesome adult fantasy action well mixed with a really enjoyable fantasy adventure story!! Can hardly wait to see who or what gets added to his bonded next
Great to see this series continue!! Awesome adult fantasy action well mixed with a really enjoyable fantasy adventure story!! Can hardly wait to see who or what gets added to his bonded next
September 2, 2020
Way better than the first book
I gave up on this series.Then reread the first one.It was okay.The second really picked up and the author knocked it out of the park.Cant wait for book three! Push through book one if you didn’t like it.The second book is really worth it .
I gave up on this series.Then reread the first one.It was okay.The second really picked up and the author knocked it out of the park.Cant wait for book three! Push through book one if you didn’t like it.The second book is really worth it .
September 20, 2020
Totally Awesome GamLit story
This series dungeon bound. Is a fantastic dungeon style story. Gabriel and his harem of monster girls are great characters. Who's storylines make this book an outstanding example of it's genre.
This series dungeon bound. Is a fantastic dungeon style story. Gabriel and his harem of monster girls are great characters. Who's storylines make this book an outstanding example of it's genre.
October 22, 2020
Great series!
Enjoying the series. The story is engaging, without the dry, stilted writing style that quickly gets boring. Nor is the story drowned out my overly involved game mechanics or over-the-top erotica. Looking forward to the next book.
Enjoying the series. The story is engaging, without the dry, stilted writing style that quickly gets boring. Nor is the story drowned out my overly involved game mechanics or over-the-top erotica. Looking forward to the next book.
October 31, 2020
Story kept me reading all the way through
I really enjoy this series and can’t wait for the next book. One of the big things that I like are the interactions between the characters and how they are both learning about each other.
I really enjoy this series and can’t wait for the next book. One of the big things that I like are the interactions between the characters and how they are both learning about each other.
August 11, 2021
The story keeps getting better
This was a well thought out story. Great characters with excellent back stories to read about. Love the newest bonded Reyna. Love her personality. Keep up the great writing.
This was a well thought out story. Great characters with excellent back stories to read about. Love the newest bonded Reyna. Love her personality. Keep up the great writing.
April 16, 2022
Awesome!
I really enjoyed reading this book. The story and characters were interesting and engaging. Once I started reading it was difficult to stop. I'm looking forward to seeing what happens next. This book is definitely worth reading.
I really enjoyed reading this book. The story and characters were interesting and engaging. Once I started reading it was difficult to stop. I'm looking forward to seeing what happens next. This book is definitely worth reading.
February 6, 2023
I gave up on this one after making it through the first book. MC either gets lost mentally or is stunned speechless every other paragraph because he's not emotionally equipped to handle any situation more complicated than "are you hungry?" or "what's your name?".
May 2, 2024
More of the same goodness!
If you enjoyed book 1 I have no doubt you will have fun reading the second tome in the series. Some problems get resolved while we meet some new friends and enemies. On to book 4
If you enjoyed book 1 I have no doubt you will have fun reading the second tome in the series. Some problems get resolved while we meet some new friends and enemies. On to book 4
August 10, 2020
Enjoyable 2nd book
A nice follow up from the first book, I wish a little more time was spent describing the town but other than that it was OK.
A nice follow up from the first book, I wish a little more time was spent describing the town but other than that it was OK.
August 13, 2020
Loved it!
Can't wait to read the next one in the series. It has everything you could ask for and more! Read it!
Can't wait to read the next one in the series. It has everything you could ask for and more! Read it!
August 17, 2020
Quick but good litrpg read
Looking forward to more. Characters and story are developing nicely. Want to see where the author takes it with the swarm.
Looking forward to more. Characters and story are developing nicely. Want to see where the author takes it with the swarm.
August 18, 2020
I missed this series
I was waiting for this. I love was a very good and well written sequel. Don't take too long on the next
I was waiting for this. I love was a very good and well written sequel. Don't take too long on the next
August 18, 2020
Fantastic read
Loved this awesome installment in this series can not wait for the next book!
Loved the continued story and character development.
Loved this awesome installment in this series can not wait for the next book!
Loved the continued story and character development.
August 29, 2020
A great book 2
Really enjoyed the book and was already a fan from book 1. Great pace and a lot of fun mixed in with some well written adult content. Looking forward to book 3.
Really enjoyed the book and was already a fan from book 1. Great pace and a lot of fun mixed in with some well written adult content. Looking forward to book 3.
September 23, 2020
Slow but funny
This book is slower than the first but is funny. I like the characters and the story line. Can't wait for the next book
This book is slower than the first but is funny. I like the characters and the story line. Can't wait for the next book
September 28, 2020
You did it again
Once again you have written another winner
I can not wait till you come out with your
Next book in the series.
Once again you have written another winner
I can not wait till you come out with your
Next book in the series.
September 29, 2020
Real good read
Enjoyed this book as much as I did the last, just wished the next book come out faster. . .
Enjoyed this book as much as I did the last, just wished the next book come out faster. . .
January 9, 2022
On to 3
It does seem like one book in three parts, so far, there could be more added. Always make room for another bonded too. What's next?
It does seem like one book in three parts, so far, there could be more added. Always make room for another bonded too. What's next?
January 19, 2022
another good read
Really enjoyed the second book and the overall growth with Gabriel . Seeing him slowly acclimating to his powers looking forward for more
Really enjoyed the second book and the overall growth with Gabriel . Seeing him slowly acclimating to his powers looking forward for more
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