I Got Abducted by Aliens and Now I'm Trapped in a Rom-Com by Kimberly Lemming is a fun sci-fi romance and the first book in the Cosmic Chaos series.

I absolutely loved the zany fun of the author's Mead Mishaps series, so I JUMPED on the chance to read this one early. Just like her previous series, Lemming includes content guidance at the beginning of the book, which I really appreciate.

In this installment, we follow Dory, who has nearly received her PhD in wildlife biology. She's filming two groups of meerkats fighting for dominance when she's nearly mauled by a lion--but gets slurped up into a tractor beam instead. Finding herself in an alien spaceship, she understandably freaks out.

This series definitely has the same zaniness as the Mead Mishaps series. I loved all of the dinosaurs in this book, especially the Gru (the pink one-armed T-rex on the cover). Toto the lion was fabulous and he ranked up there as one of my favorite characters.

There's also a ton of steamy scenes just like her previous series, so if that's not your bag, I'm not sure you'd get on much with her work. This is the first book I've read from her where there are a total of three people in the relationship, which was fun to read. I enjoyed watching Sol and Lok begrudgingly accept each other. Their alien race is hooved and they have tails that have the ability to provide suction, which was interesting alien physiology I haven't read before.

I like science fiction, but I'll forever be moreso a fantasy girlie. Overall I didn't love this one as much as I loved Mead Mishaps BUT I'm excited to delve further into this world in the following books of the series and meet the other women who were abducted by aliens and dropped onto a strangely terraformed world! The first book in a new series, especially sci-fi series, have a lot of groundwork to cover and I think that could be why this one felt a little extra on the fever dream meter for me.

If you're looking for a bit of silly sci-fi fun with a bunch of steamy scenes between an OT3 you should absolutely pick this up.

This was a wild ride and I had a good and odd time reading it lol. This is my first monster romance and I am both intrigued and perplexed in a good way. This book has it all, diverse characters, monsters, aliens, abductions, steam, and why choose from romance. You will both laugh and ask what is going on when reading. I liked how the fmc took everything in stride and though I wasn't all in on the emotional depth of the romance I think it was cute. Defitnelky read this if you love bonkers and silly why choose romance with a lot of things happening? Also, read this if you want a quick read that will have you having fun.
Thanks to Berkley Romance for the earc.
3.25/5 ⭐

2.5 💫

Thank you to netgalley for sending an early copy! All thoughts & opinions are my own.

Unlike others, I’ve never read Kimberly Lemmings other books, but was curious enough to pick up this one. While I didn’t take it serious (it’s not a book TO be taken serious), I just didn’t like that the so-called “throuple” wasn’t actually a throuple. Ofc this was more about the FMC and the two MMCs falling in love rather than the MMCs being together, but I just wished there was a way for us to root for all THREE of them. This felt like a love triangle in which they just decide to fuck but don’t ~really~ love each other by the end.

Also, as a queer person, I just wanted to see Dory fujo it out. Sure they did a train but other than that there really was nothing between the two MMCs.

This was still a good book, though! I love alien romances 👽

Thank you to Berkley Romance for providing me with an early copy!

I have thoroughly enjoyed the Mead Mishaps series by Kimberly Lemming, so I was excited to read the Cosmic Chaos series. The humor and antics that I loved in her debut series are present in this book from the very beginning. I loved the unique setting of the planet 'Waffles' and found both love interests engaging. The sex scenes are well-written and perfectly balanced with the humor throughout the story. If you're looking for a fun and spicy sci-fi romance, this book is for you!

Hilarious and adventurous in Kimberly Lemming's signature style! The plot was full of whimsy and the main character is so witty. This is my first why choose romance trope and it was one I'll never forget. The characters and story was so imaginative from the dinosaurs, to talking owl-like creatures, to flame throwing sexy aliens with hooves and horns. There is so many elements, and a good amount of spice, but all of it is relevant to the plot none of it gets lost inside the strong plot line and conclusion. Such a fun read!

At this point, I will read anything that Kimberly Lemming writes. Her style of humor and realistic characters combined with her incredibly interesting plots reads like a friend telling a story over a glass of wine at the end of a long week. Dory was such a smart, relatable lead to all the chaos around her, and I loved that she made in-depth field observations just as many times as she ended up yelling at every new impossible thing around her. The two love interests, Lok and Sol, were hilariously contrasting and all their bickering added just the right amount of grounding to Dory's perspective of the whole situation. Each of the characters were so well built, with their internal and external struggles balanced with just the right amount of angst and heart. I particularly found that the bigger-picture plot of warring clans, dinosaur defenses, and old rivalries easily broke up the main trio's own issues without seeming contrived or annoying. And while all these qualities of Lemming's writing already serve to make for a fantastic story, the fact that she wraps all of this around some fantastically spicy scenes and character interactions only elevates her skill in my personal esteem.

I think this is just like Lemming's other books, which are fun and lighthearted and not at all serious. This is a super easy vacation read that reminds me a lot of Ice Planet Barbarians, and Lord knows I've read all of those.

Kimberly Lemming never misses!!! This new book is probably the steamiest of them all. We’ve got fated mates, hilarious dialogue, and an unhinged plot filled with sex scenes.
I was skeptical about how she was going to make aliens, dinosaurs, and a lion work but I should have been because Lemming always makes it work.

Don’t sleep on this one, y’all!

Thank you Net Galley and Berkley Publishing Group for this ARC in exchange for my honest review.

This was such a fun read to be my first read of 2025. Kimberly's books have always made me laugh and enjoy my time. They are great when you are needing a laugh and some time away from the real world.

The beginning gave me flashbacks to watching Meercat mannor on discovery channel as a kid and now I need to find where I can watch the reruns of this show!!

Kimberly Lemming delivers her signature humor and charm in I Got Abducted by Aliens and Now I’m Trapped in a Rom-Com, a quirky, action-packed alien romance filled with laugh-out-loud banter and a unique blend of sci-fi absurdity and prehistoric chaos. While I loved the author's previous series, this one didn’t quite hit the mark for me. The premise is undeniably fun—crash-landing on a dinosaur-filled planet with a lion sidekick and falling for two sexy aliens—but it felt too reminiscent of Ice Planet Barbarians, and the two-mate dynamic didn’t fully resonate with me. That said, Lemming’s sharp writing and snarky humor still shine, making it a lighthearted romp that’s worth a try for fans of her comedic style, even if this particular story didn’t become a favorite of mine.

I liked the Wizard of Oz inspo and Toto the lion was the BEST character. It plays on the sci-fi trope of the characters initially lusting for each other due to a serum...among other lore reasons dealing with experimentation and matchmaking for science. Unfortunately, that's one of my least favorite tropes. It also follows a poly relationship, which I liked, but I much preferred Sol over Lok, which made it difficult for me to be invested in them all together.

I read the first book in the Mead and Mishaps series by this author and had a lot of fun with it! Sadly this one was not to my personal tastes. I can respect that Kimberly Lemming set up a decent amount of lore amongst the spice and it certainly had rom-com vibes. I think this will have a lot of people it'll appeal to more than me!

Thank you to NetGalley and Berkley for the e-arc!

Ever since I read the 𝗠𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗠𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗽𝘀 series, it was clear anything Kimberly Lemming writes, I’ll absolutely read. This one was definitely a highly anticipated read for me in 2025 and I was beyond excited to get an early arc access thanks to @berkleyromance! I had so much fun reading along as Dory goes from observing meerkats in the wild to getting dropped onto this weird planet with a talking lion, two hot aliens and a whole whack of dinosaurs. This book is quirky, hilarious and just a ridiculously fun monster romance read. I loved the pull to get back home while also being intrigued about the two hot aliens and why this planets ecosystem works when it really shouldn’t, from Dory’s wildlife biologist perspective. This over the top story had me laughing, blushing, wondering about aliens…ANYWAYS…If you haven’t read Kimberly Lemmings novels or read monster romance novels and want a fun introduction into it, definitely check this one out!

Thank you to NetGalley for this ARC! I’m not too big of a sci-fi fan so I didn’t really care for this one, I’m sorry! The banter was great and the romance was very spicy.

3.5 stars! I'm a huge fan of alien romance so when this book was announced I was so so excited to read it! On top of that we have a black FMC so I had to get my hands on it (thank you berkley I love you). The beginning is really strong as we get introduced to this new world. However, I think the world building began to get a very clunky and confusing quickly, it almost feels too quirky and random at some points. But I can appreciate how different it was from other alien romances in this genre. I wasn't expecting Dory to get MULTIPLE alien lovers, which was a fun surprise. I liked their relationship but wish we got a bit more even paced relationship development between them all. I'm excited to see where Lemming may be going with this series!

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Thank you Berkley and netgalley for an arc in exchange for an honest review!

This was the most wild book I’ve ever read! A bit too wild for me in terms of the smut, but the actual story/adventure was really unique and amazing! I loved that the alien birds tried to copy earth onto another planet, and everything was slightly wrong, it was very funny to read. The friendship between Dory and Toto the lion was so enduring and probably my favorite part. The romance between Dory, Lok, and Sol was actually so cute that I am now forever changed. I loved how over time Lok and Sol started to deeply care for each other too.

Thank you to Netgalley, Kimberly Lemming, and the publishing team for allowing me to read this incredible book early through the ARC! I am such a huge fan of Lemming’s work, and this book is so special! I cannot wait for the release, I know so many people who will fall in love with this story.

Thanks so much to @berkleypub @berkleyromance or @acebookspub for the free book!

Kimberly Lemming strikes again with I Got Abducted by Aliens and Now I’m Trapped in a Rom-Com! This book is like bingeing your favorite cheesy rom-com while someone keeps handing you margaritas—equal parts ridiculous, hilarious, and spicy.

The story follows a relatable, snarky heroine who gets abducted by aliens and somehow ends up the star of what can only be described as a cosmic romantic comedy. And let me tell you, if you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to fall for a seven-foot-tall alien with abs carved out of stardust (yes, stardust), this book has all the answers. Spoiler: It’s hot.

The banter? Top-notch. The spice? Chef’s kiss. The internal commentary from our girl as she tries to navigate intergalactic romance while keeping her sanity? So on point. I couldn’t stop laughing at her very real, very sarcastic thoughts—like yes, who wouldn’t question their life choices while getting serenaded by a tentacled alien in a karaoke bar?

If you’re in the mood for a rom-com that’s out of this world (literally) and aren’t afraid to laugh-cry your way through intergalactic awkwardness, grab this book. Trust me, you’ll never look at stardust the same way again.

Thanks so much to @berkleypub @berkleyromance for the free book! This book was so unpredictable. Who would ever think to write a story about Tamagotchis, aliens, mates , a lion and dinosaurs. Now I’m not a fan of the ‘Why Choose’ trope. I didn’t realize it when requesting this book. It didn’t take away from me enjoying the story. This author is one of the funniest authors out there in my opinion. I have never not laughed at her books. The Tiffany Pollard meme reference took me out. 5 Stars for a very unique rom com. That being said I am on a mission to read all of Kimberly Lemming’s books.

A fun read, with lots of good humor and a great romance! I loved the addition of the lion, as well, and the fact they landed on a planet full of dinosaurs! I will absolutely be recommending this!

Thank you so much for the ARC.

Dorothy Valentine was attacked by a lion but instead of dying she is kidnapped by alien owl research scientists who are searching for compatible mates for a species of other aliens that they owe restitution to. Escaping the aliens temporarily, she crash lands on a wild planet with pink dinosaurs, a talking lion and two fated mates.

Why I started this book: Loved the joy found in Lemming's other series [book:That Time I Got Drunk and Saved a Demon|58648147] and was looking for more of the same.

Why I finished it: The joy is more chaos in this book. Did you ever go through a time where you wanted to be an author and just pulled all the awesome characters from other books, movies and stories in your life? You plunked them down in the sandbox of your imagination and thought this would be so awesome... I did, and then it fizzled because you need a plot and reason for them to be together... not to mention copyright infringement etc. This feels like Lemmings revisited a childhood dream, added tons of crazy sex and a dash of plot and called it good. I could feel her joy in writing this story, but there was less joy for the reader.

I could not stop reading this book! It was an absolutely wild and hilarious ride, and I can't wait for the next one. Kimberly Lemming is one of my favorite authors with her fast-paced action and irreverent humor. This is going to be a huge hit, it was fantastic!