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Love, Politics, and Other Acts of War

A laugh-out-loud, cozy fantasy where wars are fought with seating charts.
By M. H. Foster
Series: A Gentle Apocalypse
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Even when you're a Demon Overlord who has succeeded at villainy, 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... Read More
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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.

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Even when you're a Demon Overlord who has succeeded at villainy, 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 Travis Baldree, TJ Klune, T. Kingfisher, and anyone who likes their comfort reads served with sarcasm, tea, and a touch of demonic meddling.

Series: A Gentle Apocalypse

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  • Love, Politics, and Other Acts of War
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    Love, Politics, and Other Acts of War
    Even when you're a Demon Overlord who has succeeded at villainy, 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...
    By M. H. Foster
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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781399768016

Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 20 October 2026

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Hodderscape

Illustration: N/A

Contributors:

  • Read by Neil Hellegers

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 210g

Pages: 272

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About the Author

M. H. Foster writes across the spectrum of fantasy, from quiet villages and retired villains to battlefields where ideals clash under banners and steel. Whether absurd or austere, every story explores what it means to fight, fail, and find purpose when the world refuses to make sense.

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