Lor

Monstrous, Book 7

By: Lily Mayne

Narrated by: Michael Lesley

Length: 20 hrs and 28 mins

Publisher's summary

My role as Moric—ruler of a small and prosperous fiefdom in a quiet corner of the world—has always been painfully dull and stifling.

Until a beautiful, otherworldly creature with pink skin and a mane of golden hair falls through a strange void that has appeared in my guestroom.

I am instantly captivated by him.

I have never seen anything like him. I have no idea where he came from, and what else is through that unsettling void—another world filled with soft-skinned, defenseless creatures like him? No tails, no horns, no claws, no sharp teeth. Tiny clothing, rounded ears, bright blue eyes. He is fascinating. And I want to keep him.

I have no idea how my citizens and councilors will react to his presence—to the knowledge that a whole other world exists, and there is a portal to it in my guestroom. As much as I try to keep him my secret, the truth starts to slip out.

Those in my fiefdom who cling desperately to power do their best to tear us apart. To take him from me.

I won't let them.

Lor is book seven of the Monstrous series, a post-apocalyptic m/m fantasy series that features monsters and human men falling in love. It is best to listen to the series in order. Intended for mature listeners.

©2023 Lily Mayne (P)2024 Podium Audio

Strong story

This was an awesome read and listen. When I originally read the book, I wasn’t sure what Lor and Lyri would sound like. So I was totally fine with this interpretation.

Michael Lesley, as always, did a fantastic job at giving each character their own distinct voice.

Lor is my absolute favorite partner in this series. If I could choose one for myself, it would be him. And Seraph would be my baby. Jugs, our human himbo is a nice guy. My only critique is I wish he felt/came off as more devoted to Lor. It sorta feels like he really likes him but isn’t in love or attached in a deeper way. I think his side of the story needed a little tweaking - I couldn’t stop feeling like he didn’t deserve Lor’s unflinching devotion, but that might just be me. This is still one of my faves from this series. Lor was really put through the wringer. I highly recommend. I can’t wait for the next installment!!

Lovvvve this series

I really enjoyed the book!! But hate it too so long to get to the HEA!!!

dual pov!

i liked pretty much all the books but this one I loved. what made it 100% was the dual pov. I purposely look for books that had both characters pov because if it's only 1 sided I feel cheated. like I'm only get half the story. out of all the 7 book, this is the only book that has both povs for both mc. I still listened to the others even though it's only 1 sided pov but they were still that good to listen to. I really disliked not knowing both sides on the other books. I remember on the first book the most I always wanted to know the soul waters pov but it was only Danny's side. but then there was a book with only soul waters side but no Danny's. I would of loved what sariph? was going through in his book. but anyways I loved this books story line as well. really sad at pars but it also made it a good read. although I never find it believable when the author makes one a virgin specially at the age they are & the only excuse is the because of what he is. he still could of had a life but for some reason the authors love writing virgins in their books. even there 2 others that were virgins in the other books before. Danny & moth. I can kinda understand moth but Danny really? again make the virgins believable at least. specially this book.

I was a wreck! but sooooo worth it!

omg! omg! I was so happy and giddy then... cried and cried and felt destroyed but, wonderful and then omg! that's all I can't think now! listened from the time I woke up, all during the work day! still half way I'm home and sobbed while making dinner! This is by far the best story in the series and I am sick that we all will have to wait for more! I shall be watching and waiting listening to the whole series over again! amazing!!
* is the best way to explain it!!!!

This crushed my soul but I loved it

Lily Mayne may be my favorite author ever. I was captivated the entire time during Lor and it hit me so hard in my feelings and the payoff was worth it all. Michael Lesley understood the assignment and he gave it EVERYTHING and I am so thankful for his performance really elevated the story that much more. I just loved this entirely.

best in series

lor feels like it could be a standalone in the series and has this issekai feel to it. love story is great. I never wanted this story to end. so far Wyn has a extra novella, I hope Lor gets one as well.

Amazing all the way!!!

I have read all of Lily's books and have all the Monstrous audiobooks so far. Soul Eater has by far been my favorite on both sides, reading and listening. Here comes our wonderful and amazing narrator, Michael, and to say he definitely brought this book to life is not words enough to describe it. He has brought everyone of characters to life in each book, the emotions, anger, sadness, and happiness in all of them. With Lor, the heartache was out front with this book and Michael brought it. Here I was trying to work and I am bawling my eyes out. It is such a beautiful story and between Lily and Michael, they truly bring all of them alive for us. They the dream team.

Too Short!

The series was amazing and I loved each book on its own! However, I can’t believe it’s the end! Please tell me there’s more books coming… It’s going to drive me crazy not knowing!

Wonderful atmosphere gay sci-fi

I’m not usually a big fan of romance in gay novels (so I tell myself) but I love dark unusual stories and I enjoy reading about intense sexual attractions. That’s all here plus a top notch narrator, a fascinating premise and wonderful atmospheric writing. I love losing myself in these novels.

Stunned

I only started this series two weeks ago and was lucky enough that Lor was going to be released on Audible so soon.
I am absolutely stunned by the way Mayne has weaved all these stories together. Details that held up the plot of previous books made their way into this one to complete a bigger picture. In that way, I could imagine what would happen but was still surprised and satisfied.
The ending has me itching for the next book as it looks like it’ll be about something I was desperate to read about. Not to mention seeing all of these wonderful characters coming together.
My one issue is the repetitive nature of some revelations that had me wishing for more scenes rather than recycled information in the characters head. I can at least say that it represents where their minds were as they grappled with the situation, so I’m not knocking it either. It seems like a stylistic choice and I respect how those part conveyed important emotions.
The narration was spectacular! Each voice was unique and I found myself soothed by Lor’s speech. The explicit scenes were hot and full of love that ticked all the right boxes, especially when the narrator was impassioned and explosive.
Thank you to both the author and narrator for giving me the escape from reality I so desperately needed!