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Heretical Fishing #5

Heretical Fishing 5

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Expected 14 Apr 26
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When one man becomes the chosen deity of a church, it's all fun and games . . . until it interferes with his fishing time.

After months of sticking his head in the sand—sometimes literally—Fischer is finally ready to learn the secrets of the Kallis Realm . . . just in time for some of his followers to start hoarding them. Talk about infuriating.

Still, there's much to be grateful for. The world's chi is growing stronger every day, leading to unique awakenings, strange creations, and unexpected allies for Fischer and the gang. Not to mention some downright absurd changes to Tropica's sea life.

Meanwhile, on a distant continent, far less cozy powers are feeding off the same increased essence—and unlike Fischer, they've got zero interest in playing nice. But it'll be fine. Probably.

The fifth volume of the laugh-out-loud LitRPG adventure series—a #1 Rising Star on Royal Road with more than three million views—now available in paperback, ebook, and audiobook!

360 pages, Paperback

First published February 17, 2026

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Haylock Jobson

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Profile Image for Ben Savage.
424 reviews11 followers
Review of advance copy
February 26, 2026
3.5.

It's easy fun! Its cool escapism, where you can do anything on a tropical paradise.

It was escapism instead of job hunting and it was confusing with the world building and the dozens of enlightened people and spirit beasts. I like the dynamic-ism and the clear anime and action movie influences. It's a feel good read! Just a lot to get through and a slog.

Interested but not critically so to read the next one
Profile Image for Jack Vinson.
976 reviews50 followers
March 17, 2026
This story jumps around between characters and often with unclear motivations. There were some sections that baffled me as to what they were trying to do.

The overall story continues with Fischer and his friends getting into more hijinks and finding new friends. (And maybe some not-quite-enemies.) Plenty of the weird jokes and puns and overall bizarro behavior from the main character, who is just here to have some fun.
968 reviews2 followers
March 13, 2026
A terrific sequel.

I always love reading this series. This book was no different. It was funny and engaging. The story and characters were incredibly interesting and entertaining. I'm looking forward to seeing what happens next. This book and series are definitely worth checking out.
48 reviews
February 22, 2026
Better Every Time

I love this series so much I don't even want to complain about the wait between releases. Loving RPM and Cpl. Claws antics and can't wait to see what Fin gets up to as it's clear she's going to get some time to shine.
Profile Image for Wa Majorowicz.
61 reviews2 followers
February 25, 2026
Awesome edition

This is currently one of my favorite not-lit little series in my read list. The characters and story always actual laugh out loud funny. Thank you for the good time and I look forward to the next one.
461 reviews
March 8, 2026
good

Yet Another funny book in the series. Hopefully another one will be written soon because They always make me laugh.
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