I Got Abducted by Aliens and Now I’m Trapped in a Rom-Com By Kimberly Lemming Book Review
“I Got Abducted by Aliens and Now I’m Trapped in a Rom-Com” by Kimberly Lemming is basically Jurassic Park meets a steamy alien rom-com — and it’s just as wild and fun as it sounds.
The story follows a Ph.D. student named Dorothy Valentine, or Dory for short, who gets attacked by a lion during her wildlife biology research and is rescued by a pair of owl-like aliens. Along with her new talking lion sidekick, Toto, they crash-land on a planet full of dinosaurs. There, Dory gets caught up in a surprising love triangle with two very different alien guys, Sol and Lok. It’s fast-paced, over-the-top, and full of witty banter, steamy romance, and a good dose of humor.
What really makes this book stand out is Lemming’s quirky style. The setting is delightfully weird — think pink T-Rexes and talking animals — and the humor is so off-the-wall it’ll have you laughing out loud. The chemistry between the three leads definitely leans on the “love serum” trope, which some readers thought felt a bit shallow, but many enjoyed the laughs, emotional moments, and steamy scenes. Plus, Toto the lion is an absolute gem, bringing some of the funniest and most unexpectedly touching moments.
Reviews are pretty split on this one, but almost everyone agrees it’s a crazy, wild ride. Fans love the laugh-out-loud dialogue, creative world-building, and the mix of comedy, romance, and sci-fi adventure. It’s definitely spicy and raunchy, so if you like your romance with plenty of heat and humor, this is right up your alley. On the other hand, some readers found the plot chaotic and the characters a bit underdeveloped, especially at the start. The alien tropes and forced-mate elements didn’t sit well with everyone, and, well, the talking lion isn’t for everyone. So, if you prefer more grounded romance or tighter storytelling, this one might not be your thing.
Personally, I think this book is perfect if you want something totally off the beaten path — silly, outlandish, and unapologetically spicy that doesn’t take itself too seriously. It’s a great pick if you love quirky characters, weird sci-fi settings, and rom-com hijinks with a big dash of heat. But if you’re after deep emotional connections or carefully plotted world-building, you might want to pass.
All in all, it’s a joyful, chaotic romp with dinosaurs, aliens, and romance. It’s definitely a wild trip, but if you’re up for some laughs and heat mixed with intergalactic absurdity, it delivers.
If that sounds like your kind of story, definitely check it out. And hey, let me know what you thought if you’ve read it!