EPISODE · Nov 4, 2025 · 9 MIN
Grimdark with Benefits? Jim’s Review of The Monsters We Feed
from Fantasy for the Ages · host Jim Scriven
Some fantasy books flirt with darkness… The Monsters We Feed dives straight in. This is Thomas Howard Riley’s latest visit to Luminaworld—the same brutal, fascinating setting as We Break Immortals—and it’s a story that mixes lust, lies, blood, and redemption into one gritty, unforgettable tale. In this episode, Jim reviews this adults-only fantasy novel in a spoiler-lite way, sharing what worked, what shocked, and why he ultimately enjoyed this book even more than Riley’s debut.If you’re curious whether this world of flawed heroes, monstrous villains, and unapologetically mature themes might be your kind of fantasy—this review is for you.💥 Watch to find out what makes The Monsters We Feed one of the most daring fantasy reads of recent years.📚 Learn why Jim recommends reading We Break Immortals first—but says this one might be the better book.😈 And yes, there will be boom chicka boom-boom jokes. You’ve been warned.👉 Like, subscribe, and tap the bell to stay caught up with Fantasy for the Ages — your home for all things fantasy, sci-fi, horror, and everything in between.💬 Have you read Thomas Howard Riley’s work yet? Drop your thoughts in the comments below!✨ SUPPORT THE CHANNEL:Join our Patreon community for exclusive perks and shoutouts: https://www.patreon.com/FantasyForTheAgesCheck out our friend Spencer at The Fantasy Files: https://www.youtube.com/@FantasyFiles #FantasyBookReview #TheMonstersWeFeed #ThomasHowardRiley #WeBreakImmortals #Luminaworld #GrimdarkFantasy #DarkFantasy #BookTube #FantasyBooks #AdultFantasy #FantasyForTheAges #JimSolo #FantasyFiles #FantasyReview #EpicFantasyWant to purchase books/media mentioned in this video?The Monsters We Feed: https://t.ly/kZ4r8We Break Immortals: https://t.ly/nF5N7Ways to connect with us:Follow Jim/Father on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/13848336-jim-scriven Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jMWyVJ6qKk Follow us on "X": @Fantasy4theAges Follow us on Blue Sky: @fantasy4theages.bsky.socialFollow us on Instagram: fantasy_for_the_ages Follow us on Mastodon: @[email protected] Email us: [email protected] Check out our merch: https://www.newcreationsbyjen.com/collections/fantasyfortheagesJim’s Microphone: Blue Yeti https://tinyurl.com/3shpvhb4 Jim’s Camera: Razer Kito Pro https://tinyurl.com/c873tc2n 0:00 - Opening2:11 - Book Basics2:40 - Why I Read It4:11 - Spoiler-Lite Synopsis5:23 - Jim’s Reaction6:38 - 8 Reasons You Might Want To Read!8:11 - Does Reading Order Matter?8:48 - Wrap-Up & Final Thoughts————————————————————————————Music and video elements licensed under Envato Elements:https://elements.envato.com/
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Some fantasy books flirt with darkness… The Monsters We Feed dives straight in. This is Thomas Howard Riley’s latest visit to Luminaworld—the same brutal, fascinating setting as We Break Immortals—and it’s a story that mixes lust, lies, blood, and redemption into one gritty, unforgettable tale. In this episode, Jim reviews this adults-only fantasy novel in a spoiler-lite way, sharing what worked, what shocked, and why he ultimately enjoyed this book even more than Riley’s debut.If you’re curious whether this world of flawed heroes, monstrous villains, and unapologetically mature themes might be your kind of fantasy—this review is for you.💥 Watch to find out what makes The Monsters We Feed one of the most daring fantasy reads of recent years.📚 Learn why Jim recommends reading We Break Immortals first—but says this one might be the better book.😈 And yes, there will be boom chicka boom-boom jokes. You’ve been warned.👉 Like, subscribe, and tap the bell to stay caught up with Fantasy for the Ages — your home for all things fantasy, sci-fi, horror, and everything in between.💬 Have you read Thomas Howard Riley’s work yet? Drop your thoughts in the comments below!✨ SUPPORT THE CHANNEL:Join our Patreon community for exclusive perks and shoutouts: https://www.patreon.com/FantasyForTheAgesCheck out our friend Spencer at The Fantasy Files: https://www.youtube.com/@FantasyFiles #FantasyBookReview #TheMonstersWeFeed #ThomasHowardRiley #WeBreakImmortals #Luminaworld #GrimdarkFantasy #DarkFantasy #BookTube #FantasyBooks #AdultFantasy #FantasyForTheAges #JimSolo #FantasyFiles #FantasyReview #EpicFantasyWant to purchase books/media mentioned in this video?The Monsters We Feed: https://t.ly/kZ4r8We Break Immortals: https://t.ly/nF5N7Ways to connect with us:Follow Jim/Father on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/13848336-jim-scriven Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jMWyVJ6qKk Follow us on "X": @Fantasy4theAges Follow us on Blue Sky: @fantasy4theages.bsky.socialFollow us on Instagram: fantasy_for_the_ages Follow us on Mastodon: @[email protected] Email us: [email protected] Check out our merch: https://www.newcreationsbyjen.com/collections/fantasyfortheagesJim’s Microphone: Blue Yeti https://tinyurl.com/3shpvhb4 Jim’s Camera: Razer Kito Pro https://tinyurl.com/c873tc2n 0:00 - Opening2:11 - Book Basics2:40 - Why I Read It4:11 - Spoiler-Lite Synopsis5:23 - Jim’s Reaction6:38 - 8 Reasons You Might Want To Read!8:11 - Does Reading Order Matter?8:48 - Wrap-Up & Final Thoughts————————————————————————————Music and video elements licensed under Envato Elements:https://elements.envato.com/
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