This series snuck up on me! I always go into them thinking it's going to be a silly goofy time and the last 20% rips my heart out EVERY time! Megan Bannen has done it again! I have no idea how she convinces me these people are my best friends in less than 400 pages! I particularly loved Rosie, As a very tall lady I could relate to her a ton. I was lucky enough to get an arc of the audio book and I loved the narrator! She had great voices for each character. Shout out the Nimkilim in this book. The narrators performance of him had me laughing out loud every time! To cut a long story short I would absolutely recommend The Undercutting of Rosie and Adam!

So I’ve been just a so-so fan of this series since the beginning. I’m sad to learn at the end that I should’ve been listening to this series in audiobook format instead of reading a physical copy. Because let me tell you the audiobook was such a better reading experience.

Now even with that said. I still give this a 3 ⭐️ but I do believe Rosie & Adam’s story was my favorite. Partially because it was also Duckers and Lee’s story. And like I said after finishing every previous book in this series I will go to war for Duckers. I cannot say enough good things about this man.

But I digress, in terms of the premise I found it so much more interesting than Frank and Twyla’s book. We have failing portals and only Rosie can see what’s impacting them. Adam, the portals inventor is brought in to fix the problem. He realizes that it can’t be fixed and calls for Tanaria to be evacuated. Just when they think they got everyone out a straggler appears. Causing them to delay. Leaving Rosie, Adam, Duckers and Lee stranded. The four must uncover the secrets causing the portal collapse and somehow make it home.

Like I mentioned earlier my favorite character throughout this entire trilogy is Duckers. My man literally carried this book. His sarcasm and witty banter had me busting out laughing multiple times. Plus his compassion, love and loyalty towards Rosie pulled on my heart strings. Watching him teach Rosie valuable life lessons about the importance of living even if she’s immortal. Is something we should all appreciate and never take for granted. I also loved seeing small glimpses into Duckers & Lee’s relationship. We didn’t get as much as I would’ve liked but what we were given had me cheering that our boys finally got a happily ever after.

My least favorite part of this book was probably the romance between Rosie & Adam. Now don’t get me wrong in the end I love them and I think they are perfect for each other. However, I think their relationship started out with way too much insta-lust. Like I get that they are both going through inner turmoils and feel very isolated because of that. But way too many times they both came across as horny teenagers. When in reality Rosie for example is 157. So minor ick. My only other complaint is the epilogue. Since this is the last book to my knowledge I wish we would’ve gotten more of tying our other previous book characters into the ending. We got a little tease with Hart & Mercy, but nothing from Twyla and Frank. But that’s just me nitpicking.

Overall, I enjoyed this book and I would recommend it to anyone looking for a unique romcom experience. Lastly Thank you to NetGalley and Hachette Audio for this advanced reader copy. My review is my own thoughts and feelings

This series!!!

I have loved this world and the characters in it. This one follows Rosie (she is Hart’s friend and a demigod) and immortal Marshall that runs head first into any and all problems cuz death doesn’t last for her. She and her partner Duckers get stuck in Tanria with Adam and Zeti and are working to get back and save the day.

The romance didn’t thrill me like the other two books. I don’t know if it was because what I really wanted was a Duckers and Zeti book or if the chemistry just didn’t feel as thick?
What I loved was the added layers of world building with the gods and the old war.

I hope this isn’t the final book.

Thanks to netgalley and hachette audio for an alc

PERFECTION!

thank you to netgalley and hatchett audio for the audio arc :) !

the undertaking of hart and mercy is an incredible start to this trilogy (it is easily one of my favorite books i've ever read), and the undercutting of rosie and adam feels like a perfect ending (yes, i cried, what about it). i'm going to miss these characters and the world of tanria deeply, and i selfishly hope that one day we will get penny d and zeddie's story so i can have one last trip to tanria with my faves!

i LOVE that the story is about a tall fmc and a short mmc (shoutout short kings, i love you). it's so refreshing to see a romance story that isn't the common "big guy, tiny gal" trope that we see so often (don't get me wrong, i enjoy that trope, but it's nice to have something different too!). rosie is a total badass and i love her cleverness, wit, and confidence. adam is a fantastic, charming, ~mysterious~ mmc that i couldn't get enough of. i was giggling and kicking my feet watching them develop feelings for each other and it was so so SO adorable seeing rosie get flustered. the slow burn was sooooooo wildly good oh my GOD. the wait was totally worth it! i always look forward to all the silly jokes bannen weaves throughout her stories and i often found myself grinning ear to ear while listening to the audiobook because of the romance AND the humor.

which, speaking of, holy moly the narrator was INCREDIBLE. my favorite narration of the three books!!! kacie roberts' voice was so soothing and lovely to listen to, she felt like the perfect choice for rosie. the way she portrayed different characters and emotions made it easy to sit down and listen to the book for hours. the dik-dik voice was very silly, but simultaneously suited him incredibly well. it was always great to get a visit from him so i could hear his goofy voice! jim frangione's part was absolutely terrific and he did a fantastic job narrating adam's backstory as well.

last but not least, i loved how much info we learned about the lore of the gods. i definitely feel like this story taught me more about topics i had always been curious to know more about and it felt like such a treat to finally have in depth information.

goodbye hart, mercy, twyla, frank, rosie, adam, duckers, and zeddie. it was lovely meeting you all!!!

Oh my goodness! This series has been a go to for me and this ending was perfect!

Not only was Adam and Rosie's story so very lovely, we get Zeddie and Duckers who have been my favorites since the start!

Love that the books include mystery, magic and of course all the love! Add in that the audiobook was SO well done and it makes it even better!

I was so excited for the ALC and it exceeded my expectations!❤️

4 Stars

I would like to start by saying thank you to @hachetteaudio & @netgalley for giving me a free copy of the audiobook in exchange for my honest review.

Cute, cozy, and a little chaotic - in the best way.

The Undercutting of Rosie and Adam is another fun, emotional ride from Megan Bannen. Rosie (a literal immortal) and Adam (grumpy, mysterious doctor guy) have great chemistry, and their slow-burn romance had me rooting for them the whole way. The weird magical world with portals and demigods is still such a vibe, and I loved the quirky details - like animal mail couriers and sentient thorns.

It was a little slow for my taste in parts, but honestly, it still delivered all the feels. If you’re into soft-hearted romance with a dash of danger and humor, this one’s worth the read.

I adore this series and loved getting to see Rosie and Adam fall for each other. I think fans of Duckers will enjoy this one as well. This installment is a bit more fantasy heavy so readers who like a bit more fantasy will love this one. I loved seeing the familiar characters and learning more of the lore of the universe Megan Bannen created.

I listened to the audio for this one and really enjoyed it!

Narration: 5/5
Book: 3.5/5 (Rounded up to 4)
Speed: 1.75x

First off, the narration- as a primarily single narrator with a cast of characters, Kacie Rogers, did fantastic! She did a great job with tone, delivery, and varying the voices to bring personality to each character. I definitely would pick up a book based off of her narrating again. I found the pacing of the audio a little slow, but I also know that unless there is a heavily accented character, I typically listen to my audios anywhere from 1.25x to 2x.

Now onto the main event-I loved diving into a new fantastical world. While this does technically work as a standalone, there is so much richness that is missed if this is the book you dive into first. While I know this is a romance, Rosie and Duckers friendship steals the show. The romance does take a bit to develop, but it was great to see a tall FMC demi-goddess with a short academic MMC.

Overall I found this book incredibly enjoyable and would read and/or listen to more books from this author.

Thank you Megan Bannen, Hachette Audio, and NetGalley for the audiobook ARC!

As someone that truly loved (and even cried a little during) my read of The Undertaking of Hart and Mercy, the first book in this trilogy, I’m so happy that the final entry puts a lovely bow on this heartwarming series.

Bannen keeps up the humorous and light tone she’s used throughout, with Rosie Fox — a 150-year-old immortal demi-goddess working as a Tanrian Marshal — still grappling with the fact that she’s undying and destined to outlive everyone around her.

Through a portal failure in her town, she ends up spending more time with Professor Dr. Adam Lee, an engineering professor called in to fix the issue. Hijinks ensue, and in typical Megan Bannen fashion, through humor, wackiness, and with the help of a beloved cast of returning characters, the two fall in love while trying to restore the portal’s function.

After already reading an ARC of this book a few months prior, I actually now got listen to the audiobook version for this one, and I have to say — the female narrator is incredible. She brings Rosie to life with a slightly raspy, grounded tone that’s absolutely perfect for a heroine like her. It really enhanced the experience and made me appreciate Rosie’s character even more!

I truly enjoyed myself and found this super delightful and cute! What I love most about this series is how quaint it feels, with a setting and characters that have grown and evolved across the trilogy. Seeing familiar faces reappear in this final installment added so much warmth and nostalgia.

My only real complaint (and this is more of a personal preference) is that Rosie and Adam’s romance felt a little too insta-love-y for me. As someone who enjoys more of a slow burn, I didn’t feel fully invested in their dynamic because of how quickly it developed. That said, the ease and speed of their connection does fit both their characters and the overall tone of the book.

I’m so happy I got to see how everyone, including characters from the earlier books, ended up. This is a perfect book for anyone looking for something in a fantastical world with low stakes that’s still heartfelt. For those who’ve read the previous two books, this is a satisfying and sweet conclusion to a lovely series.



Thank you to NetGalley and Hachette Audio for the ALC in exchange for an honest review.

This was such a beautiful, whimsical fantasy novel. It can easily be read as a standalone, but I do think it’s more meaningful if you’ve read either or both of the books the precede it. Rosie and Adam are so lovable, and you can’t help but root for them. They have backstory that you learn as you go and is both predictable and unpredictable. Even the things you predict are still impactful and endearing.

The narrators were clear to understand and engaging. I listen to audiobooks on double speed and could still understand everything perfectly which is a sign of a great narrator.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC. All opinions are my own.

The audiobook version of The Undercutting of Rosie and Adam was a pleasure to listen to. The story is strong, and I love the universe that Bannen has crafted. Her storytelling is so vivid that the reader can easily visualize the world's landscape, making you wish you could really see it in person. I enjoyed how the story and relationships evolve throughout this book, as well as how the characters develop as the narrative unfolds. The narrators chosen to tell the story did a superb job of really bringing it, and the world it takes place in, to life. Just wait until you learn about what dragons sound like!

Just perfection. I honestly can’t get enough of the world of Tanria and literally kicked my feet with glee when I realized Book 3 was coming! This book has it all - cozy slow-burn romance heavy on the pining, a potentially world-altering mystery with high-stakes, and a strong dose of adventure and immersive fantasy. Rosie and Adam’s relationship developed very differently than the protagonists of the first two books in the series, but was just as heartfelt.

Biggest bonus outside of the main plot? The amazing BFF chemistry between Rosie and her work partner Duckers, complete with goofy nicknames and in-jokes. Anyways, run, don’t walk, to get this book! (Though I do think you need to read Books 1 & 2 first to really understand some of the finer points of the plot).

Read if you like: Short kings with an aura of mystery, getting sentimental over handkerchiefs, opposites attract

Thanks to Netgalley and Hachette Audio for providing me with a digital copy of the book in exchange for an honest review. I listened to the audio version and it was also perfection.

Book 3 in the undertaking series. I love this world, books 1 and 2 were easy 5 stars for me. This book continues the world building with a new couple, and a side couple you’ll recognize. This story had some beautiful moments and life lessons. Unfortunately I just didn’t connect with Rosie and Adam like I did the couples in the past book. The story was also not as engaging overall. I’m not sure if the problem was the story or mostly the audiobook, but either way I don’t recommend the audiobook.

Thank you so very much for the arc.

4 ⭐
.5 🌶️

Thank you Netgalley for the advanced listener copy of this book. The narrator did a really good job. I ARC read the first two books and loved them, and this one is no exception. This is a fun series, I love that we get more from characters in the first two books, especially Duckers he is one of my favorite characters from the series. Rosie can't die, well she can but she always comes back. To most that may seem like a great thing, but not to someone who has been alive for so long and would like to one day die. When she gets electrocuted it messes with the portals, that is when Adam comes in to fix the portals, but instead they get stuck with each other. This does have some swearing and slight spice, so recommended for 16 and up I would say. Highly recommend this whole series!

As a big fan of Megan Bannen’s Tanria series, I was excited to return to this world, but The Undercutting of Rosie and Adam didn’t quite hit the same high notes as the first two books for me.

It took a while for the story to find its rhythm. Rosie’s weariness with her immortal life was well drawn, and Adam’s guarded nature added intrigue, especially as his mysterious past slowly came to light. The gradual reveal of his backstory was one of the book’s strongest elements.

While I appreciated the emotional payoff and felt the ending was exactly what Rosie needed, I wanted more build-up in the romance. The connection between Rosie and Adam had potential, but it didn’t always feel fully developed.

Still, there’s warmth, wit, and heart here, along with a meaningful message about finding purpose even after a lifetime of feeling stuck. A solid addition to the series, though not my favorite. Would recommend to fans, especially for Rosie’s well-earned happy ending.

Thank you Hachette Audio for my ALC!

This installment yet again is a pure delight to read, I have loved this series from the get go and I have to say this one might be a strong competitor for Hart and Mercy. We return once again to dreamy yet chaotic Tanria this time to dive deep into the story of the immortal demigod Rosie and the super genius Adam who is an adorable grump to Rosie's eternal sunshine.

When the several portals around Tanria start to malfunction, Adam Lee, the inventor is called to find a probable cause and a solution to fix them. However, a mishap traps Adam, Rosie, Duckers and Zeddy on the other side of portal forcing them to work together for the common cause. Sparks fly literally and figuratively resulting in yet another magical, heartwarming, romantic, cozily mysterious adventure that felt like a hug overall. The little found family and an occasionally cameo of beloved characters from the previous installments made it all the more fun.

Audio Specific Notes:
I have said it in the past and I will say it again, this series has one of the best audio productions. I read the entire series on audio and I wholeheartedly say that my enjoyment is doubled because I chose the audio version for this series. The narrator did a fantastic job in this installment as well by giving each character a unique voice while keeping the ambiance and spirit of Tanria intact. The audio narration truly transports you to this charming little world with such meaningful stories embedded in them.

I would give this talented narrator 5 stars. She had a task to make a cast of mainly male voices distinct and not in a laughable over the top way. The contents of the book however I would give 3 stars. Sadly this novel in the series felt more like it was written for a younger audience. Rosie who is 157? Acts like a teen goofball through most of the story and couldn't grow up and just talk to her dad even once through all those years. The twist of the Briar Thief could truly be seen a mile away. But still I will always enjoy this world with glitter barfing dragons and demigods.

This book is the find of sweet that hurts your heart. The appreciation for a time for life and a time for death. The yearning of a love you would be willing to lay down everything for including your life. The kind of love that lasts a lifespan.

The plot of the story is encapsulating, the growth of the characters emotional and far immense.

I could read it again, and I would still cry with the sorrow and sadness that this book encompasses.

I did not finished.
Rosie instantly turned me off. She was very immature. Her cat had “fartface” in their name.
It’s unfortunate because I enjoyed the narrators voice.
I rated this as a 1 because NetGalley requires a star rating but I won’t be adding a star rating on other platforms.

I love this quirky and at times super deep cast of characters! a refreshing fantasy novel with original lore, that doesn't feel like an epic slog through 1000s of new words. places etc.
the audio version was fantastic!
thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for the ARC.