Babes in Paradise 2 by Micky Carre

Babes in Paradise 2

Harem fantasy with swordplay and suburban absurdity

Written byMicky Carre
Length7h25m
Release dateFebruary 25, 2025
LanguageEnglish
★★★★☆ 4.9 (50 ratings)

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AuthorMicky Carre
NarratorMatt Van Hove, Jessie Van Hove
Runtime7h25m
PublishedFebruary 25, 2025
Rating★★★★☆ 4.9 / 5 (50 ratings)
CategoriesScience Fiction & Fantasy, Fantasy, Action & Adventure, Humorous
FormatAudiobook (Digital)
PlatformAudible

About This Audiobook

*Babes in Paradise 2* doubles down on the series’ signature blend of over-the-top wish fulfillment and surprisingly sharp worldbuilding. This isn’t just another harem fantasy—it’s a satirical love letter to power fantasies, where the protagonist’s idyllic life in Moonglow (a city that feels like a cross between a high-fantasy spa and a *Magic: The Gathering* set) is both the joke and the selling point. Micky Carre leans into the absurdity without winking at the audience, letting the premise’s inherent ridiculousness—morning sword drills with a deadly mentor, afternoons with queen-approved consorts, evenings with "hot moms" who double as political operatives—carry the tone.

The dual narration by Matt and Jessie Van Hove is a masterclass in balancing smolder and sarcasm. Matt’s delivery as the protagonist walks the line between earnest and smug, selling the fantasy while letting the listener in on the joke. Jessie’s voicing of the female characters avoids the pitfalls of breathy caricature, giving even the most trope-y roles a dry, knowing edge. The production polish (crisp audio, seamless transitions between narrators) makes this feel like a premium listen, not a rushed cash-in on the genre’s popularity. If you’ve ever wanted a fantasy that’s equal parts *Conan the Barbarian* and *Desperate Housewives*, this is your fix.

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Editor's Review ★★★★☆

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I’ll admit: I went into *Babes in Paradise 2* expecting little more than a guilty pleasure, but what I got was a surprisingly self-aware romp that *knows* how ridiculous it is—and that’s why it works. The story picks up right where the first book left off, with our protagonist (whose name I still can’t remember because he’s basically a narrative cipher) navigating the absurd politics of Moonglow, where every woman is either a warrior, a noble, or a *very* enthusiastic neighbor. The plot—something about a looming invasion and a prophecy involving our hero’s *ahem* unique talents—is secondary to the vibe, which is equal parts *Xena: Warrior Princess* and a particularly horny episode of *The Twilight Zone*. The Van Hoves’ narration is the secret weapon here. Matt’s performance as the protagonist nails the tone: he sounds like a guy who’s *just* realized he’s the main character in a fantasy novel and is trying not to laugh about it. Jessie, meanwhile, gives the female cast actual personality, which is no small feat in a genre where women often blur into interchangeable archetypes. My only real critique? The pacing drags in the middle during a subplot involving a "training montage" that feels like it was stretched to meet a word count. And while the humor lands more often than not, a few jokes (like the recurring "hot moms" bit) start to feel repetitive by hour five. Still, the audio production is flawless—no volume spikes, no awkward pauses—and the chemistry between the narrators makes this a cut above most fantasy romps. If you’re in the mood for something that’s *fun* first and *deep* never, this delivers.

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