Love, Politics, and Other Acts of War

A Gentle Apocalypse #2

by M.H. Foster

Book 2 of A Gentle Apocalypse Series, from the author of Demon Overlord's Retirement Plan, a #1 Amazon Best Seller.

There’s no rest for the wicked, especially when they have family next door.

After centuries of conquering kingdoms and terrifying the cosmos, the Demon Overlord just wants to retire in peace. Unfortunately, peace is hard to find in Lower Middleton, a quiet village full of gossip, feuds, and one dangerously charming succubus—who also happens to be his "cousin."

Now Willem Porter (definitely not Galornus Prime, Destroyer of Worlds) must navigate enchanted pickles, noble politics, and the delicate art of staying out of trouble, all while pretending he’s just a humble turnip farmer.

A cozy, laugh-out-loud fantasy of infernal bureaucracy, reluctant heroism, and small-town chaos.

Perfect for fans of Legends & Lattes, Good Omens, and anyone who likes their comfort reads served with sarcasm, tea, and a touch of demonic meddling.

Start your next infernal vacation in Lower Middleton today.

Genres: Fantasy

211 pages, Kindle Edition

Published January 13, 2026

Reviews

[Natalie H · Rating 4 out of 5]

January 2026
Kindle edition

This is one of those series that I am defo going to binge read all the way through once completed. It was fun, mostly light and the demon lord was a little more active than the previous, again leading to another cliffhanger that he should've seen coming. Crazy goat, a succubus minion finding her own place, the DL losing his prized pickles and training. Loved this one. Looking forward to the next one.

[Jennifer · Rating 4 out of 5]

I'm enjoying the short books in this series so much. Gentle humor, pleasant story telling and entertaining characters, the perfect read for me in this moment. I'm looking forward to book 3.

[Bea · Rating 5 out of 5]

Oh I LOVED this!!! I read the first one needing a palate cleanser from my book slump. Then I’ve spent the past 20 days waiting for this one to come out!! So warming and innovative. Found family trope always wins for me

[Ashly · Rating 4 out of 5]

Purely accidental luck on my part, this was released a whole 5 minutes after I finished the first book, which I randomly picked up from KU while looking for a short and funny read. This was a great continuation of the series, which picks up pretty much right at the end of book 1. While I have not found these lol funny, I have enjoyed them. The characters and story are great, and a good way to spend a couple of hours if you want something light to read. I will be reading book 3 when it comes out.

[Miss Mod · Rating 5 out of 5]

My New Favorite Author

I love these books! I don’t know how I found them, but once I started reading them I could not stop. The characters are full of depth and each so intriguing. I want to learn more about every character the author introduces! The world is clearly deeply thought out and the storylines are so compelling. This series is romantic, deep, and whimsical - an impossible combination the author does so well. I am looking forward to the next book!

[Anna · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was a joy to read! Cozy, but just enough action and obstacles for the characters to overcome that it wasn’t boring! Lots of character growth, further world building, and introduced a host of new characters! I absolutely enjoyed it! Make sure to read the first book in the series first though, or this one won’t make sense and will not be as enjoyable.

[Roger Kiser · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great fun read

Great fun, quick read. Comedy and character relationships are the base of these books. They're laugh out loud funny, great characters, even some slow burn romances, and have intrigue and excitement without bloody angst fights. And a demon goat, what else could you ask for. Highly recommended.

[James · Rating 5 out of 5]

I do love this series

Find how he fights himself and is so moody and broody and a sulky child love love love it book 3 here i come

[Rod · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another delightful read. Kept the same fun, low stakes tension and charm of the first volume. Such a treat.

[Steen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excelenté !

Fab-u-lo-so ! Amazing follow-up still witty, humorous, and insightful. Not as witty as first…but still a “one book in a thousand !

[Jordan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wholesome fantasy really loving this series

[Chanté Bock · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved this so much! So sweet and cosy, some of the best characters and banter. An excellent continuation to the first!