This was my first time reading this author and I enjoyed this book so much. I legit laughed out loud while reading. The spice was spicy. Will definitely read more books by this author!

Kimberly Lemming has done it again.
How does she come up with such interesting stories and (quite literally) out of this world locations for these tales?
This was so much fun to read.
She created a planet that is like Earth, but not Earth and had so many cool things I wish we did have.
Pink T-Rex? Yes please!
If you are looking for a smutty alien romance book that will make you giggle?
This was released in the world Tuesday just for you.
Much love to NetGalley & Berkley Publishing Group for my ARC.

I love Kimberly Lemming. She writes such fun stories with strong female characters and men who are obsessed with them. Her books are always a fun time, and this one was no exception!

In this one, we are following Dory who is studying/filming a meerkat clan in order to be able to get her PhD in wildlife studies. As she is recording, a lion kills her. Her and the lion are then abducted my aliens (who heal Dory of her wounds). Dory manages to escape the spaceship on an escape pod, with the killer lion in tow. They crash land on what she thinks is Earth, except there are dinosaurs! Oh, and the lion can talk. His name is Toto.

This was so fun! Very reminiscent of her Mead Mishaps series with the great banter, men who would do anything for their woman, strong female leads, and lots of spice! Unlike the Mead mishaps series, there are TWO love interest! (Sol is my favorite. Don't tell Lok. He's a sore loser.)

Highly recommend this one and can't wait to read whatever Kimberly comes out with next!

Thank you to NetGalley and Berkley Publishing for an eARC in exchange for an honest review.

Summary:
While PhD student Dory is on safari to photograph meerkats, she is attacked by a lion right as she is abducted by aliens. When she is dropped onto another planet with her lion, she is saved by two hunky aliens. Hijinx ensue.

Rating: 3/5
Spice 3/5

Tropes:
Monster Romance
Women in STEM
Breeding K!nk

Triggers:
Abduction
Dub Con

My Thoughts:
Let me start by saying that I ADORE Kimberly Lemming and find her Mead Mishaps series to be brilliant in it's social commentary, as well as insanely hilarious. While I really wanted to like this new book, the pacing felt a bit off, rushing at the beginning and slowing at the end. I had a little trouble connecting with the characters and really wanted to see how smart the FMC was, not just be told that she was. I will always have fun reading Kimberly's books, and this was no different. I look forward to seeing what she writes next.

I truly didn’t know what to expect from this one, but the plot was plotting and there’s mortal peril and I read this in almost one sitting because I couldn’t stop reading.

Dory is a brilliant fmc, literally. She’s a PhD candidate studying meerkats when she’s beamed up into an alien spaceship and dropped off in a new planet with the lion who almost killed her. when searching the planet with her new talking lion companion, toto, she runs into Sol. who just happens to be her mate. And then she runs into Lok, who is also her mate. hehehe. The three of them, with toto in toe, traverse the planet that’s crawling with DINOSAURS, looking for answers about how they got there and how to get home.

this book was truly a delight. I loved dory and I loved her mates. there was such a fun twisty plot that I truly had no idea where it was headed.

If you’re looking for a fun and out of this world sci-fi/paranormal read, pick this one up!

🎧 hazel addison read for dory and she was amazing. she was super emotive and brought a lot to the story. I couldn’t keep my headphones out because I just wanted to keep reading and falling for these characters. thank you PRH audio for an arc!

what to expect
⟢ sci-fi/paranormal romance
⟢ why choose
⟢ talking lion companion
⟢ mortal peril and a twisty plot

Ultimately I just didn’t not vibe with this story. Even with the funny moments, the chemistry between the characters felt forced. The pacing felt rushed in some places and extremely slow in others which imo made for an erratic reading experience.

At the end of it all, this author nor her books are for me and that’s okay.

Let me preface this review by saying that I feel like this is the perfect book to just dive into without any prior knowledge. Skip that blurb. Ignore those reviews. If you like the vibes of the title and the cover, this book is for you. Go in blind, my friends.

That being said, if you do want a little bit of a teaser, here are some of the thoughts/observations I had while reading this one:
- Things really took off for me—no pun intended—once we landed on the other planet.
- We love a woman STEM. 👏🏻
- Love strikes twice / who needs one alien when you can have two? 👀
- I was 🪢 expecting that, but I’m not mad about it.
- Tails 👀 (Check out that particular appendage on the cover, y’all.)
- Oh so many grins and giggles
- 🫶🏻 Toto
- Who would have thought that you can use science to solve problems??? 😉🙃

Y’all, I LOVED this one! It was the perfect escape, and I can’t wait to read the next book in this series!

I received an advance copy of the book from Berkley. All review opinions are my own.

This book was so much fun! If you’ve read other Kimberly Lemming books, you know it is sure to be a wild ride with lots of humor and spice. If you haven’t, what are you waiting for? Can’t wait for more books in this universe! Thank you Netgalley and Berkley for this free ARC, all opinions are mine.

Dorothy Valentine is working on the project that will get her that Ph.D. in wildlife biology she’d been working so hard for. She’s photographing meercats when she hears the lion, just about to attack. Dory knows immediately that it’s over for her. She has no escape. But the aliens who chose to abduct her right in that moment have other plans, and before she knows it, she and the lion are both beamed upwards through the sky.

When Dory awakens, she finds that she’s on a spaceship. She manages to escape and get to an escape pod, with her lion (now a friend), and they get away from the spaceship. But they land on an unknown world and immediately find themselves in danger again. Because she was named for Dorothy in the Wizard of Oz, Dory names the lion Toto, and they go on an adventure to try to find a way home.

Instead of a scarecrow and a tin man on this new world, though, Dory and Toto find aliens and dinosaurs. The mix of species is fascinating to Dory and she tries to record some of what she’s seeing on her phone. But when she finds out with Toto that she can understand anyone she kisses, life is easier. She can talk to the lion. She can talk to the aliens (who turn out to be surprisingly handsome). She can even talk to the intern for the alien overlords who have set up the entire experiment. And who may have dosed Dory and a couple of her alien friends with a love potion. There may be some probing that occurs next.

But the intern also told Dory who it was that was behind this experimental island, and she is ready to track down his boss and punch him right in the nose. But first, Dory has to deal with jealousy, revenge, disco outfits, a frog the size of a cow, a T-Rex, a lovesick lion, and some mind-blowing extra spicy alien probing.

I Got Abducted by Aliens and Now I’m Trapped in a Rom Com is just as bonkers as the name implies. There is adventure and comedy, AI-generated billboards, and so many surprises. And there is crazy romance that you will not see coming. This is not for rom com beginners. But if you’re up for a really crazy ride through some not-PG-rated alien romance, then this just may be the crazy ride you’ve been waiting for.

I was curious because of the title, and what I found in these pages did not disappoint. This story takes some insane turns, but I never lost interest or stopped believing in this world. Author Kimberly Lemming has gone all-in on this crazy world, and I think readers just need to jump in and let the story take them to outer space with all the crazy corners Lemming could think up. I Got Abducted by Aliens and Now I’m Trapped in a Rom Com is pretty much just what it sounds like, and it is a ride that I won’t soon forget.

Egalleys for I Got Abducted by Aliens and Now I’m Trapped in a Rom Com were provided by Berkley through NetGalley, with many thanks.

4.5/5

This book had me snort laughing in public. It was hilarious and so entertaining and it was the perfect escape from reality.

It’s like a cross between Jurassic Park and Ice Planet Barbarians and it’s MFM, and I freaking loved it. This was definitely the most bonkers thing I’ve read in a long time. (Bonkers in a good way!)

I’m so curious to see where this series goes and I’m super excited to read more books by this author.

Thank you to Berkley for letting me read an early copy in exchange for a review.

Honest Netgalley ARC Review: This hilarious, fast paced, steamy, scifi romance was an absolute five star read! I had the time of my life reading this crazy story! Dory is just minding her business studying meerkats when her life gets completely flipped upside down. Being attacked by a lion and abducted by aliens was not what she had planned for the day. When her and her new feline partner escape and crash on a different planet they are not prepared for the local wildlife. Dory is now face to face with dinosaurs, hot aliens, deadly plants, a ginormous bull frog, and did I forget to mention she can talk with the lion. This wild adventure of a story was very fast paced and exciting. It kept me on my toes wondering what wild thing would happen next. All the main and side characters were unique, funny, and memorable. The romance in this book was hot and heavy without overtaking the story. The banter and sexual tension between these three was so tantalizing. Dory was absolutely hilarious and the star of this book. Everything was thrown at her and somehow she figured it out. Her character was relatable, funny, and zesty. Read this book if you love alien romance, forced mate bond, a truly wild setting, characters you will love, MMF relationship, knotting, and a wild, exciting story.

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 monster romances and want a fun introduction into it, definitely pick up this why chose 𝗝𝘂𝗿𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗰 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗸 meets 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗪𝗶𝘇𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗼𝗳 𝗢𝘇 story!

HAPPY PUB DAY!!!!

This book was everything I expected and more! I did not read the synopsis, so honestly I had no idea what to expect beyond the title and blurb, but it did NOT disappoint! This book was pure chaos wrapped in an Alien Jurassic Park world. I could tell Kimberly Lemming had the best time writing this, because it spilled from the pages. I, too, had the best time reading this.

I honestly have no idea how to break down the synopsis (especially without spoiling anything), so I'm not even going to try. What I WILL tell you is that this was funny, this was fun, this was weird, this was HOT, and it was just generally a fast paced adventurous time. I support Dory and her hot alien men. I enjoyed learning about how this world came to be and how Dory got there.

Things I loved:
- The throuple and how they came to be
- The spice was spicin' (Although, not going to lie, I expected there to be more)
- Just generally how bizarre this was. I literally could not anticipate one single thing about this book and it was a delight to see what came next.
- I loved understanding just how bizarre and strange things were based on Dory's knowledge as a wildlife biologist.
- Lok was such a flirt. I loved him. Sol slowly grew on me.

Areas of improvement (in my personal opinion):
- More internal dialogue. The only time we got insight into Dory's thoughts were when she spoke. I wish we could have seen more reflection via internal thoughts.
- I would have loooooved another pov, but I get it. Dual pov's can be tough to write.
- Some of the action scenes were hard to follow. Sometimes I got lost between how they got from point a to point b

This looks like it's going to be a series, so you bet your booty I will be continuing this series when the next one graces this planet.

Happy release day!! Thanks so much to NetGalley and Berkley Publishing Group for the DRC!

I didn't realize this was just one of the first in this series until 90% into the story and I'm so excited for what is next. This is uncharted territory so there is so much world to explore. Kimberly Lemming has done it again and I'm sold on the premise and relationship grouping. <spoiler> Except, Intern really thinks Blair and the King can get over their issues in couples counseling? HAH. </spoiler>

This had so many parts that I wasn't entirely sure would work but I enjoyed the out-of-boxness of it all. I've read many fantasy romance but never a sci-fi romance, so this was an interesting treat. This must have taken a lot of research to set up Dorothy as a PHD student and the multiple references to AI and research. Those parts felt so relatable, especially as we enter a more alarming world of information literacy.

Toto was the best! Every scene he was in had me giggling; especially the part where Dory was drowning and had a fictional conversation with him. He was the best sidekick and I need the details on him and his queen. Also, Dory being in his pride is hilarious. He's so judgmental but prideful of her.

<spoiler> Seeing Dory solve/stop a huge fight with observational skills from her work cracked me up. Instead of trying to stand your ground and kill everything, simply moving was the best option. Although they all got caught in the end by the weirdo aliens, Dory knocking him out felt so satisfying. </spoiler>

I'm not sure where this series will go but I'm along for the ride!

Kimberly Lemming's I Got Abducted by Aliens and Now I’m Trapped in a Rom-Com was the perfect palate cleanser I needed after a string of heavy historical fiction and thrillers. The title alone, coupled with its wonderfully wild cover, promised a fun ride, and Lemming delivered in spades. While I'm new to the alien romance/sci-fi romance genre, this book has definitely made me a convert.

Lemming, a veteran of the genre, introduces us to Dorothy "Dory" Valentine, a wildlife biology PhD candidate whose life takes a sharp left turn when, after a near-fatal lion encounter, she's abducted by aliens. Things go from bizarre to downright chaotic when Dory, along with the very lion that attacked her, escapes in a pod and crash-lands on a dinosaur-infested alien planet. Yes, you read that right: dinosaurs.

From there, the story unfolds at a breakneck pace, a whirlwind of hilarious situations, alien love serums, and otherworldly landscapes. Lemming perfectly balances the "rom" and the "com," creating a truly laugh-out-loud experience. The humor is spot-on, and the situations Dory finds herself in are both absurd and endearing. This isn't a book you read for deep philosophical insights; it's a book you pick up when you want pure, unadulterated fun. And let's be honest, that cover art? It's the perfect visual representation of the wild ride within.

The "trapped in a rom-com" aspect of the title is no joke. Dory finds herself navigating the complexities of not one, but two alien love interests, adding another layer of comedic chaos to the mix. The romantic elements are definitely present, and Lemming doesn't shy away from spice, making this a read for those who enjoy a bit of heat with their humor.

I Got Abducted by Aliens and Now I’m Trapped in a Rom-Com is high-octane entertainment from start to finish. It's the kind of book you can devour in one sitting, leaving you with a smile on your face. My thanks to Berkley Publishing Group and NetGalley for providing me with an ARC of this book. Kimberly Lemming has earned a new fan, and I'll definitely be checking out more of her work in the future.

I Got Abducted by Aliens and Now I’m Trapped in a Rom-Com by Kimberly Lemming is an absolutely bananas, fun & astonishing spicy rom-com that takes place on an alien planet & literally has talking lions, bears & dinosaurs, oh mylanta! There’s also Tamagotchis, banter, humor & an intriguing, curious & entertaining heroine that’s almost obtained her PhD in wildlife biology, which I found so fascinating.

This is book #1 in the Cosmic Chaos series & what a start it is.

I Got Abducted by Aliens and Now I’m Trapped in a Rom-Com is great for those looking to read…
👽 Spicy Rom-Com
👽 Set in an Alien Planet
👽 Forced Proximity
👽 Only One Bed
👽 Lions, Dinosaurs & Bears, Oh My!

I had so much love for the lion character of Toto. They provided so much entertainment.

If you’re looking for an unexpected wild ride of escapism that will take you on an adventure where you legitimately never know where it’s going next, this is the absolutely perfect recommendation for you!

Massive thanks to NetGalley & Berkley Publishing for the gifted copy, which I voluntarily read & reviewed.

I Got Abducted by Aliens and Now I’m Trapped In a Rom Com

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Happy pub day! 🤍

I had a wild time with this one! No joke, I would read and think “how much more outlandish can this get?” 😂 and then the next thing would happen and it would make me laugh out loud or it would cause me to tear up. I really enjoyed following along Dory as she and Toto get swooped up and placed on a new planet with all kinds of creatures across historical periods of times including dinosaurs and giant land sloths and some very sexy aliens with horns and tail. I was swoon y’all. Lok and Sol have my heart. Toto my favorite feline friend. Dory is intelligent, resourceful and brave, and definitely the girl I’d want to be abducted into outer space with 😂 I thought the story was clever and funny and had a good time reading this one 🫶🏼

I can wait for yall to experience IGABAANITIARC 🦖🦁✨

I’m not a huge romance reader, but Kimberly Lemming has become one of those auto-buy authors for me. Her books are the perfect mix of humor, adventure, and cozy vibes—with a side of spice, of course. I Got Abducted by Aliens and Now I’m Trapped in a Rom-Com is exactly what it sounds like in the best possible way: absolutely ridiculous, wildly entertaining, and full of the kind of chaotic fun that only she can pull off.

And look, this book was already a five-star read for me the moment I realized there was a talking lion sidekick. I mean, duh.

Oh, and did I mention there are dinosaurs? Because yes, this book also throws dinosaurs into the mix, and somehow, it all just works.

When it comes to romance, I can go from a closed-door love story to a full-on spicy read, but most of the time, I prefer mine on the lighter or closed-door side. That said, I actually really enjoyed the spice in this one—it worked for the story and the characters, and I was fully on board… until the last spicy scene. By that point, I had kind of hit my limit, and I won’t lie, I skimmed through it just to get back to the plot. But overall, the romance (and the ridiculous way the aliens used romance novels as their guide to matchmaking) had me laughing the whole way through.

From the opening scenes on Earth, where Dory is just trying to do her job (studying meerkats, which was honestly adorable), to waking up on an alien spaceship and realizing her kidnappers are basically using rom-com science to get her to fall in love, I was hooked. The one-bed trope? Hysterical. The way the aliens tried to engineer the perfect romance using human dating “research”? Honestly genius.

If you love Ice Planet Barbarians or just want a spicy, laugh-out-loud sci-fi romp, this one’s for you. Huge thanks to Kimberly Lemming, NetGalley, and the Berkeley publishing group for the ARC—my opinions are all my own (though I think we can all agree that talking animal companions and dinosaurs automatically make books better).

📚 Read if you like: alien romance, MMF, sci-fi romance, only one bed, mates, knotting, spicy books
⭐️ Rating: 3.5/5
Happy pub day! Ok so I absolutely devoured her fantasy romance Mead Mishaps series so I couldn’t wait to read this sci-fi romcom! Y’all know I love a ridiculous premise and this sure fit the bill: an alien breeding program, a talking lion, a bird intern, alien tails with suction, and a pink trex. I didn’t really emotionally connect to this one but it was funny, there was good action and a few moments where I couldn’t put the book down. Since there’s a chemical that makes them mates, it is dubcon and insta-lusty but the spice was a lot of fun! While this one may not have blown me away, I’m very interested to see where the rest of this series goes! Thank you to Berkley and NetGalley for this eARC in exchange for my honest opinion.

This was a wild ride… literally. I have never read a monster romance so this was the craziest thing I have ever read. We follow Dory as she is a wildlife scientist and then she gets abducted by aliens and then she finds herself best friends with a lion named ToTo and she has 2 alien mates?! This was also my first intro to Kimberly Lemming’s writing and I enjoyed her writing style and the pace of the story. I giggled a lot during this story and I wouldn’t say I’m not intrigued to try another monster romance.