A Hero's Choice: An Isekai LitRPG

I'm Not the Hero, Book 4

By: Tommy Kerper, SourpatchHero

Narrated by: Nick Podehl

A former nobody is about to become a major somebody—and learn it's not all it's cracked up to be—in the fourth installment of this LitRPG fantasy adventure.

Back when things were normal, Orrin the Timid tried saving his best friend, Daniel the Popular, from a runaway truck. But he failed, and the resulting crash landed them both in a world of magic, monsters, and levels. There, Orrin grew from a mild-mannered sidekick into a legit powerhouse, unlocking Administrator-level powers unlike anything else. Still, things are tough for the former zero.

First, the psychotic witch who recently tried to obliterate him just cut a deal to stay out of jail. Second, dealing with power and politics in Dey is becoming a major migraine. Third, the devious Hospital is dragging Orrin into its internal strife. And lastly, "hero" Daniel's just barely hanging on to his sanity, on the verge of turning into a raging, uncontrollable murder machine. Trying to keep it all together has Orrin at the end of his rope—physically, mentally, and mystically.

If all that wasn't enough, the Demon Lord is at the gates, prepping his Dark Horde to roll in and rain destruction on the people of Asmea. Meanwhile, Orrin has stumbled onto a mystery whose every unraveling thread could have far-reaching implications....

The fourth volume of the hit LitRPG fantasy series—with more than 600,000 views on Royal Road—now available in paperback, ebook, and audiobook!

Tropes include: zero to hero, role reversal, unlikely hero, revenge of the nerds, and fog of war.

©2025 Tommy Kerper Jr. (P)2025 Podium Audio

a whole lot of nothing

story was very detailed. so much happened yet so little. the story was good, but the character and character development got boring.

take this book with breaks. it's still good. Just boring at times.

Really enjoyed it, hoping the characters grow into their levels and skills.

Not a bad franchise so far, as long as the authors stops treating the young adults like idiots they are overpowered and shouldn’t make so many mental errors anymore.

Great story!

I’ve been really enjoying this series. Well done with book 4.. I’m extolling see it continue!!

story line

compelling characters and mesmerizing story, It is a world I am ongoing eager to explore.

Orin + cast are awesome

my first review ever and I have to say this story has been amazing! can't wait for the next book!