A review by marginsandmeanings
Carl's Doomsday Scenario by Matt Dinniman

adventurous funny fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

I am fully sat, buckled, and emotionally unprepared for wherever Carl and Princess Donut take me next.

Book #2 gave me exactly what I wanted… same chaotic humor, same unhinged dungeon madness, but with even more depth, stakes, and world-building. It somehow manages to be hilarious and clever while expanding this bizarre, brutal universe in a way that makes it nearly impossible to put down.

The political layers, the evolving mechanics, the character development… yes, even Carl is growing (kinda), just all hit. I haven’t had this much fun with a book series in a long time, and I’m holding on tight because I know things are only going to get wilder from here.

If you liked the first book, buckle up. If you haven’t started this series yet, what are you even doing?