Orc Sized Love and the Neon Glitch


Romance - Fantasy/Sci-Fi
Kindle Edition
Reviewed on 12/31/2025
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Reviewed by Keith Mbuya for Readers' Favorite

Lately, Kira Sterling, a strategic executive at NextGen Dynamics, a corporate giant in New Fay City, California, had been waking up to images of a strong, green-skinned orc that kept haunting her dreams. Her car, the Glitchbox, had picked up on this, often glitching recently. When it hijacks her commute to work, forcibly driving her into the city’s notorious slums, she has no idea what to expect. She finds herself at a chop shop owned by Casey Jones or “C.J.”, an orc mechanic she instantly falls for. But that’s not all. While inspecting her car, C.J. finds encrypted, corporate-grade data hidden deep within its firmware. This discovery immediately drops the pair into the middle of a dangerous corporate conspiracy. Find out more in Orc Sized Love and the Neon Glitch by Sabrina Wilde and A.R. Grayson.

This page turner will seize you by the scruff of your neck, propel you forward, and remain relentless, only loosening its grip after the final word. If you are looking for a cyber-urban, sci-fi novel flavored with fantasy, romance, thrills, high-stakes action, and suspense with a touch of noir, Orc Sized Love and the Neon Glitch by Sabrina Wilde and A.R. Grayson is a must-read. Right from the start, the authors immediately grounded me in a fascinating scenario through impressive world-building. It felt like I was next to the cast in every scene, experiencing every moment alongside them. Whether it was the futuristic technology inside New Fay City or its post-apocalyptic backdrop, it was all brought to life and color on the pages. The story unfolds at a brisk pace, but still leaves room for moments of reflection and tension. The intimate and gritty conversations, accompanied by witty, introspective commentary, revealed the personalities and emotions of the cast. Kira’s attraction to C.J. was so palpable that I could feel her longing for him. There are corporate secrets, moody automobiles, hand-to-hand combat, deadly vendettas, hitmen, passionate romance, and more in this gripping read. I loved it. The authors hint at a next installment, and I can’t wait to lay my hands on it.

Asher Syed

Set in the futuristic New Fay City, Orc Sized Love and the Neon Glitch by Sabrina Wilde and A.R. Grayson follows Kira Sterling, a tech tossed into a chain of events triggered by her unstable vehicle, the Glitchbox. A morning commute turns into an uncontrolled descent into the slum districts, leading to an encounter with an orc mechanic named C.J. and his creature, Tank. Their examination of the Glitchbox exposes concealed code tied to covert operations. As Kira moves between C.J.’s garage, market corridors, and hidden facilities, she pieces together links among her brother’s modifications, a corporate faction, and an orc syndicate. Each discovery pushes Kira, C.J., and Tank into a widening field of risk shaped by buried data and emerging threats, with consequences across New Fay City.

Oh, this book is a lot of fun! Orc Sized Love and the Neon Glitch by Sabrina Wilde and A.R. Grayson is a supremely inventive mash-up of romance and tech-driven machinations for readers, like me, who enjoy bold shifts in mood and scale. There is so much going on here, but the authors do an excellent job of keeping every plate spinning. The blend of bioengineering conspiracies and fierce loyalty adds strong appeal, and the set pieces involving infiltration and confrontation create a steady forward motion. I love Tank, who is a brilliant addition. Wilde and Grayson make the finale, shaped by decisive choices and good old cooperation, land with satisfying force, and affirm the commitment to pushing everything the characters have thrown at them until the end. There is some sizzle, which rounds out the romance, and I can't wait to see what the authors give us next.

Tanja Jurkovic

In Orc Sized Love and the Neon Glitch, by Sabrina Wilde and A.R. Grayson, the world has drastically changed. Kira Sterling, a strong young woman overwhelmed by grief over the loss of her brother, finds herself in the middle of a corporate affair that threatens her life and the lives of everyone she comes in contact with. After getting stranded in a dangerous part of New Fay City, a nest of danger, corruption, and a society that is slowly disintegrating, she seeks help in a nearby orc garage. The Glitchbox, her car that is apparently infused with its own personality, needs repairing, and C.J., an orc mechanic, offers her help. Kira never thought that her life would change drastically at that place, and that she would form an unusual bond with C.J. This leads her to a completely different life in a passion-driven story about unlikely friends and having the courage to do the right thing.

Sabrina Wilde and A.R. Grayson's romantic story is full of twists and action, with a touch of the paranormal to spice it up. Their narrative writing style is clear and adds depth and emotion to every situation and character, making it engaging and relatable to readers. The building of Kira and C.J.’s relationship from the start is a thing of beauty, explored through familiar human moments, observational humor, and the appreciation of love. The gripping atmosphere is enhanced by detailed descriptions of the city's surroundings and the way of life in New Fay City. This makes Orc Sized Love and the Neon Glitch a thrilling read for everyone who appreciates magical storytelling and enjoys the blurring of the lines between the ordinary and the extraordinary.

Keana Sackett-Moomey

In Orc Sized Love and the Neon Glitch, New Fay City feels like a chaotic blend of magic, neon, and leftover San Francisco energy. Kira Sterling, a worn-down tech worker still aching from her brother Zac’s death, is thrown into upheaval when her car, the Glitchbox, begins behaving oddly, almost carrying traces of Zac’s mind. It takes her through unsafe paths, strange neighborhoods, and surprising moments, where she meets C.J., an orc mechanic with real skill and a direct, no-nonsense manner. Together, they discover buried data, corporate lies, and unsettling magical side effects. Kira has to figure out why her brother left these mysteries behind, while also confronting her own grief and fears. Will she discover the truth before it's too late? Read Sabrina Wilde and A.R. Grayson's spellbinding book to find out.

Orc Sized Love and the Neon Glitch blends romance, urban fantasy, and a tech-based thriller in a way that is easy to follow. New Fay City feels real, full of magical beings, busy markets, corporate zones, and slums. Sabrina Wilde and A.R. Grayson's writing is fresh and modern, and the characters react believably when facing danger, grief, and learning to trust. Kira’s move from isolation to connection guides the story, while C.J. and the other characters reveal different, unique aspects of the city. Mixing magic, AI, and personal history makes the story fun to follow. The pacing maintains reader interest, and brief touches of humor, friendship, and clever dialogue provide extra depth. Lovers of romance, adventure, and urban fantasy, particularly those who enjoy tension and some chaos, will find this story very appealing. Highly recommended.

K T Bowes

Orc Sized Love and the Neon Glitch by Sabrina Wilde and A.R. Grayson drops readers straight into a post-apocalyptic world that is rebuilding after a comet scorched the sky. Still suffering from the trauma of losing her brother, Kira is focused on climbing the treacherous corporate ladder and pushes aside all suggestions of love or relationships. It’s just her and the Glitchbox, her brother’s high-tech, nightmare vehicle. But even that has his imprint, and it’s desperately trying to communicate something important to her. When it rebels and drives her to the wrong side of town, Kira is stranded at a garage run by battle-scarred orcs. They know exactly what technical magic has beset the vehicle, and the trouble is that it’s a priceless payload others will kill to possess. Attracted to the mechanic with the cybernetic arm, Kira finds herself in way too deep. Save the car and lose her heart, or sacrifice everything she ever loved.

I thoroughly enjoyed this novel. It’s quirky and exciting, with a romance that tests the boundaries of acceptance within love and friendships. Sabrina Wilde and A.R. Grayson write fantastic descriptions that layer their worldbuilding with honesty and realism. The fact that I kept forgetting that CJ is an orc is a testament to the deep character development, which focuses on the heart and not the appearance. The notion of the apocalyptic comet offers a frightening possibility, and the overarching theme of normalcy is highlighted in how the world has gone back to what it knows. The comet has enmeshed technology with magic, but life continues. Kira still strives in her corporate accounting role as though nothing has changed. But everything is different, and normalcy doesn’t exist anymore. I ripped through Orc Sized Love and the Neon Glitch and absolutely loved it. It’s a very clever and well-executed fantasy romance with brilliant technical flair. I need one of those commitment rings!