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Dungeon Crawler Carl
Book (2025)
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • The apocalypse will be televised! Welcome to the first book in the wildly popular and addictive Dungeon Crawler Carl series—now with bonus material exclusive to this print edition.You know what’s worse than breaking up with your girlfriend? Being stuck with her prize-winning show cat. And you know what’s worse than that? An alien invasion, the destruction of all man-made structures on Earth, and the systematic exploitation of all the survivors for a sadistic intergalactic game show. That’s what.Join Coast Guard vet Carl and his ex-girlfriend’s cat, Princess Donut, as they try to survive the end of the world—or just get to the next level—in a video game–like, trap-filled fantasy dungeon. A dungeon that’s actually the set of a reality television show with countless viewers across the galaxy. Exploding goblins. Magical potions. Deadly, drug-dealing llamas. This ain’t your ordinary game show.Welcome, Crawler. Welcome to the Dungeon. Survival is optional. Keeping the viewers entertained is not.Includes part one of the exclusive bonus story “Backstage at the Pineapple Cabaret.”
Book (2025)
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • The apocalypse will be televised! Welcome to the first book in the wildly popular and addictive Dungeon Crawler Carl series—now with bonus material exclusive to this print edition.You know what’s worse than breaking up with your girlfriend? Being stuck with her prize-winning show cat. And you know what’s worse than that? An alien invasion, the destruction of all man-made structures on Earth, and the systematic exploitation of all the survivors for a sadistic intergalactic game show. That’s what.Join Coast Guard vet Carl and his ex-girlfriend’s cat, Princess Donut, as they try to survive the end of the world—or just get to the next level—in a video game–like, trap-filled fantasy dungeon. A dungeon that’s actually the set of a reality television show with countless viewers across the galaxy. Exploding goblins. Magical potions. Deadly, drug-dealing llamas. This ain’t your ordinary game show.Welcome, Crawler. Welcome to the Dungeon. Survival is optional. Keeping the viewers entertained is not.Includes part one of the exclusive bonus story “Backstage at the Pineapple Cabaret.”
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Sex & Nudity
Characters attempt to seduce Carl, and scenes feature a strap-on dildo, a naked dead woman, and exposed anatomy.
Violence & Gore
The book contains extensive violence with blood and gore, including exploded bodies, severed heads, and mangled enemies.
Profanity
Strong language appears on nearly every page, including terms like damn, Goddamn, hell, shit, f--k, and various other swears.
Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking
Characters smoke, drink alcohol, use potions, take steroids, and encounter drugs like meth and weed.
Frightening Scenes
The narrative involves intense survival situations within an apocalyptic reality game show featuring deadly traps and creatures.
Other things to know
Numerous mentions of real-world commercial products, brands, and media references are included throughout the story.
Positives & learning
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Positive messages
Themes emphasize perseverance, teamwork, and refusing to break in the face of extreme adversity.
Role models
Carl acts as a decent role model by displaying bravery, determination, selflessness, and resolve.
Representation
Black, Hispanic, and Asian minor characters appear sparsely throughout the journey.
Learning
The source marks Educational Value as not present, but its family discussion section suggests families can discuss perseverance, courage, and teamwork as discussion opportunities rather than proof of educational purpose.
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