Passing Through Purgatory

Passing Through Cafe, Book 1

By: Nik Knight

Narrated by: Michael Lesley

When Oliver applied for a job in the Hell dimension on a whim, he didn't expect it to turn his whole world—or his heart—entirely upside down.

Recently graduated at twenty-six, and two months behind on rent, Oliver Barnes is desperate. So desperate, in fact, that he applies for a job in the Greed district of Hell's Pentagram. But when he misses his train and, subsequently, his job interview, he stumbles, instead, upon a strange little coffee shop in the middle of Purgatory's barren desert—and into an unexpected opportunity.

It isn't the job he came to Hell for, but maybe it's exactly the job he needs.

As he navigates the demon dimension and tries to survive the ridiculous shenanigans of his unholy co-workers, Oliver soon falls head-over-ass for a tentacled lawyer with electric fingers and a deadly-sharp grin. Together, they discover that, sometimes, love and happiness can be just a train ride away.

Join Oliver and the rest of the eccentric staff of The Passing Through Cafe in Nik Knight's new rom-com urban fantasy series, full of found family, embarrassing encounters, spicy situations, and love that crosses dimensions

©2025 Nik Knight (P)2025 Podium Audio

Delightful

This book is well written, humorous and delightful. I like monster romance and this book delivered exactly that. The world building and monsters/demons, in this case, are imaginative, interesting and three dimensional. The romance is slow building, but hot. The supporting characters are a hoot.
Michael Lesley didn't disappoint in delivery either. I really like how he injects different characteristics for each character. He isn't just reading the text, he brings each character to life by giving them different personalities by changing mannerisms how they speak, their tone of voice and so on.

I think I found another book to add to my favorites.

Hilarious, Sweet & Spicy

This is my first book by Nik Knight & I loved it! Oliver & Lioel are too cute together! I laughed so much and hard during this book! All of the characters are wonderful! I’m looking forward to the rest of the series because of them. I had to hold back my laughter for “But is he thicc?” because I was up late. I did not want to put this book down! As always Michael Lesley did a wonderful job narrating! This book will definitely be a comfort read for me now.

Loved it!

One of the funniest books I've read ina long time great yet relatable story with off the wall and somewhat over the top character. Very enjoyable if you want a good laugh.

I cackled so much

This book may be my love, the writing, the characters, the funny, the found family, the SPICY GOODNESS! This book gave me everything I never thought to realize I wanted and is my new favorite.

OMG WHAT DID MY EARS LISTEN TO

Do not even hesitate to purchase this gem. It is funny, inappropriate, and all things pleasantly weird.