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EPISODE · Mar 28, 2026 · 7 MIN

This Sequel's Apocalypse Scenario Gets WORSE!

from Fantasy for the Ages · host Jim Scriven

What happens when an already wild apocalypse story decides to crank everything up to eleven?You get Devils Desk 2… and let me just say — this thing ESCALATES.We’re talking impossible situations, relentless danger, bizarre twists… and yes… a whole mess of yetis. Because of course we are.In today’s episode of Fantasy for the Ages, I’m diving into the sequel to one of the most unique entries in the Michael Talbot universe by Mark Tufo. If you’ve read the first Devils Desk, you already know things get weird — but book two? It takes that weirdness and launches it straight into chaos.⸻📚 What You’ll Get in This Video:• A spoiler-lite review of Devils Desk 2• Why this sequel ramps up the stakes in a BIG way• What makes this one feel different from other Talbot stories• Who this book is PERFECT for (and who should probably skip it… for now)• Why the audiobook, narrated by Sean Runnette, might be the BEST way to experience Tufo⸻⚠️ Quick Heads Up:This is not a starting point.You’ll absolutely want to read Devils Desk first — and honestly, the more Michael Talbot books you’ve read, the better this experience is going to be.⸻💬 Let’s Talk:Have you read Devils Desk 2 yet?Did it live up to the first book, or go even crazier than you expected?Drop your thoughts in the comments. I’d love to hear your take!⸻👍 Support the Channel:If you enjoyed this video:• Hit that Like button 👍• Subscribe for more fantasy, sci-fi, and horror content• Ring the 🔔 so you don’t miss future reviewsWant to go deeper? Join the Patreon and be part of the FFTA community!: patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges#FantasyForTheAges #BookReview #MarkTufo #DevilsDesk #HorrorBooks #ApocalypseFiction #Bigfoot #Yeti #Audiobooks #MichaelTalbotWant to purchase books/media mentioned in this episode?Devils Desk: https://t.ly/PibjRDevils Desk 2: https://t.ly/9chjcWays 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 - Opening1:20 - Book Details1:57 - Why Did Jim Read This?2:33 - Spoiler-Lite Summary3:31 - 10 Reasons You Might Enjoy This Book5:40 - Three Reasons You Might Not6:16 - Jim’s Final Thoughts7:09 - Closing & Wrap-Up————————————————————————————Music and video elements licensed under Envato Elements:https://elements.envato.com/

What happens when an already wild apocalypse story decides to crank everything up to eleven?You get Devils Desk 2… and let me just say — this thing ESCALATES.We’re talking impossible situations, relentless danger, bizarre twists… and yes… a whole mess of yetis. Because of course we are.In today’s episode of Fantasy for the Ages, I’m diving into the sequel to one of the most unique entries in the Michael Talbot universe by Mark Tufo. If you’ve read the first Devils Desk, you already know things get weird — but book two? It takes that weirdness and launches it straight into chaos.⸻📚 What You’ll Get in This Video:• A spoiler-lite review of Devils Desk 2• Why this sequel ramps up the stakes in a BIG way• What makes this one feel different from other Talbot stories• Who this book is PERFECT for (and who should probably skip it… for now)• Why the audiobook, narrated by Sean Runnette, might be the BEST way to experience Tufo⸻⚠️ Quick Heads Up:This is not a starting point.You’ll absolutely want to read Devils Desk first — and honestly, the more Michael Talbot books you’ve read, the better this experience is going to be.⸻💬 Let’s Talk:Have you read Devils Desk 2 yet?Did it live up to the first book, or go even crazier than you expected?Drop your thoughts in the comments. I’d love to hear your take!⸻👍 Support the Channel:If you enjoyed this video:• Hit that Like button 👍• Subscribe for more fantasy, sci-fi, and horror content• Ring the 🔔 so you don’t miss future reviewsWant to go deeper? Join the Patreon and be part of the FFTA community!: patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges#FantasyForTheAges #BookReview #MarkTufo #DevilsDesk #HorrorBooks #ApocalypseFiction #Bigfoot #Yeti #Audiobooks #MichaelTalbotWant to purchase books/media mentioned in this episode?Devils Desk: https://t.ly/PibjRDevils Desk 2: https://t.ly/9chjcWays 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 - Opening1:20 - Book Details1:57 - Why Did Jim Read This?2:33 - Spoiler-Lite Summary3:31 - 10 Reasons You Might Enjoy This Book5:40 - Three Reasons You Might Not6:16 - Jim’s Final Thoughts7:09 - Closing & Wrap-Up————————————————————————————Music and video elements licensed under Envato Elements:https://elements.envato.com/

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