Everybody Wants to Rule the World Exc..., Django Wexler
Everybody Wants to Rule the World Exc..., Django Wexler
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Everybody Wants to Rule the World Except Me

Author: Django Wexler

Narrator: Jeanette Illidge

Unabridged: 11 hr 8 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Orbit

Published: 05/27/2025

Synopsis

Dark Lord Davi rules the kingdom, but she must now break the time loop that binds her in this hilariously bloody conclusion to the Dark Lord Davi duology.
 
After countless failures (let’s not dwell on it), Davi has finally saved the kingdom from evil–by becoming the Dark Lord herself. But now, the hordes of wilders are at her command, and they still want blood. Human blood. And Davi’s not sure she can commit to the total extermination of humanity.  
 
With restless armies at her doorstep, a treasonous duke scheming for power, and the legend of an ancient magician looming over her shoulder, Davi must find a way towards peace and uncover the truth behind her time loop if she is to bring harmony to the kingdom. Also, her girlfriend is mad at her. So, there’s that too.

About Django Wexler

Django Wexler graduated from Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh with degrees in creative writing and computer science, and worked for the university in artificial intelligence research. Eventually he migrated to Microsoft in Seattle, where he now lives with two cats and a teetering mountain of books. When not writing, he wrangles computers, paints tiny soldiers, and plays games of all sorts.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Rachel (TheShadesofOrange) on May 31, 2025

3.0 Stars This was a fun conclusion to this humorous fantasy duology. This is a pretty silly series and personally I would have loved to see a darker version of our supposed “villain”. I'm not sure that this series needed a second book so I'm glad this wasn't turned into a trilogy. It's a fun concept......more

Goodreads review by Lanie on March 05, 2025

Davi, fully realizing that her reset button is malfunctioning, has come up with a plan to hopefully save humans and wilders alike. And it would have gone absolutely wonderfully if Prince Johann was actually in charge but Duke Aster is running the show in the Kingdom and now Davi, The Dark Lord, must......more

Goodreads review by Billie's Not So Secret Diary on May 10, 2025

Everybody Wants to Rule the World Except Me by Django Wexler Dark Lord Davi #2 Fantasy Dark Humor NetGalley eARC Pub Date: May 27, 2025 Orbit Books Ages: 18+ Book two (and last) picks up a few days/weeks after the first book, where Davi and Tsav are off to the Kingdom to try to make peace with Prince Johann......more

Goodreads review by Mike on May 25, 2025

This book was every bit as silly and ridiculous as How to Become the Dark Lord and Die Trying. If you found that one to be unbearably annoying (which I completely understand) you won’t like this either. But if you enjoyed HTRTWADT, I am happy to say that Wexler wrapped the duology up perfectly. Ever......more

Goodreads review by Leia on June 02, 2025

This book is a hilarious and heartfelt ride that blends magical mayhem with everyday anxiety in the best way. The MC Davi is charmingly awkward, and it’s easy to root for her as she stumbles through a world full of supervillains and secret plots. Wexler nails the balance between snappy dialogue and......more

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"Tremendous fun."—Kirkus (starred)

"Takes the old saying 'If you can't beat 'em, join 'em,' to the next level. A sarcastic, action-packed, intrigue-filled (mis)adventure. One of the funniest books I've read in a long time."—Matt Dinniman, author of Dungeon Crawler Carl

“All hail Dark Lord Davi! How to Become the Dark Lord and Die Trying is outrageously fun, filled with campy humor, action and unexpected warm-heartedness. I grinned from the first page to the last.” —Fonda Lee, author of Jade City

"Funny as hell, multi-layered, and affecting. Wexler's irreverent demolition of the fantasy genre doubles as a reverent exploration of where the magic comes from."—Scott Lynch, author of The Lies of Locke Lamora

"By turning the themes of chosen-one fantasy on their head, this sardonic romp from Wexler brings out the smiles ... Wexler balances the snarky asides with the angst of Davi’s repeating existence and evolving awareness that her actions have consequences. Under the flippancy, a truly touching grimdark story lurks, complete with hilarious footnotes. Readers will be wowed."
 —Publishers Weekly (starred)

"All-afterburners Isekai adventure—twisty, pacey, and full of reverent irreverence for fantasy. I can't get enough."—Max Gladstone, New York Times Bestselling Author

"Wickedly sharp, funny, and raunchy. Wexler delights in punching holes in the beloved cliches of fantasy, and I adore this. If you ever thought: if I was the villain, I'd actually be smart about things, then this is the book for you."—Jenn Lyons, author of The Ruin of Kings

"Davi's first-person narration is electric, filled with obscenities and hilarities... [her] questionable ethics, active libido, comfortable bisexuality, and leadership skills combine for a fresh and exciting take on the fantasy adventure."
 
 —Shelf Awareness (starred)

"Fast-paced, brilliantly raunchy, unforgettable. The Pratchett-esque American isekai you didn't know you wanted. My favorite read of the year."—Seanan McGuire, author of Middlegame

"A howlingly funny romp about a lone woman's quest to become the dark lord and her surprisingly endearing minions."—Aliette de Bodard, author of The Red Scholar's Wake

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