Review: Limerence (Limerent Series, Book #5) by LS Delorme
A cinematic blend of paranormal intrigue, metaphysical fantasy, and science fiction that keeps expanding the ambitious world of the Limerent series."
Limerence by LS Delorme is a paranormal sci-fi thriller that blends metaphysical fantasy, horror, and romance into an imaginative and emotionally layered reading experience.
About Limerence by LS Delorme
Limerence: A dark romantic supernatural thriller of obsession and time By LS Delorme
Series: The Limerent Series Book #5
Published by Limerent Publishing on October 1, 2025
Genres: Paranormal, Science Fiction, Thriller
Formats: eBook, Hardcover, Paperback
Pages: 327
Kara and Dante.
You may not know them by name but you know them by deed. You feel them in the space between dreams and reality, in the inevitable crawl of time.They have burned continents and sunk kingdoms. They’ve been worshipped and feared. Those in power call them demons. Those above power call them monsters.
They aren’t human but they once were. To each other, they are survivors, eternal mates and lovers. Their attraction is at the very foundation of existence.
When a virus older than memory returns, Dante must find a way to contain it before it injures Kara and corrupts the fabric of reality. Ghosts vanish, worlds shift, and the laws of physics can no longer be trusted.
As reality collapses, the two must return to the origin of their timeline to face the Abomination that still lurks there.
A richly woven fantasy about power, love, identity, and the weight of rewriting the world.
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Before sharing my thoughts, here is a brief passage that offers a glimpse into Dante’s unusual presence and the strange reality he inhabits.
Excerpt from Limerence:
It wasn’t Dante’s body that marked him as weird, it was what was adorning it. On his head he had an unusually tall but dingy black stovepipe hat with a maroon band. Stuck in the band was a seven of spades Bicycle playing card.
When this was added to a khaki army jacket that had seen better days, it screamed I dug my clothes out of garbage bins. His trousers were black and tight with a rather ornate codpiece that was in fashion for about fifteen minutes in Italy roughly five centuries earlier.
While it was true that his overall attire was nothing short of hideous, he was proud of it. He had earned every single article of clothing on his body over the centuries.
Ghosts were usually either consigned to the clothes that they died in for eternity or something basic and bland appeared on their bodies. However, in Dante’s case, each article he wore was something that he had managed to take from Malkuth, the physical world, and adapt to his in-between existence.
As he forced himself to learn how to move up and down levels of existence, the clothes had followed. In all his travels, he had met no other ghost who could do what he did. So, yes, he was proud of his clothing.
He was prouder still of the necklace that he wore. On it was a jet-black stone scarred with an ice-blue flaw running across it.
This stone was more important than anything he wore. It was more important than anything he was. To him, it was more important than the story itself.
His whole reason for torturing his soul, to make it possible to switch across resonances, was to be able to keep this stone with him at all times. Being the carrier of it terrified and humbled him in equal measure, and he wore it with pride.
Review at a Glance
| Genre | Paranormal SciFi Thriller |
| Setting | Multiple timelines and metaphysical layers of reality |
| Series | The Limerent Series, Book 5 |
| Length | Full-length novel |
| Content Rating | Adult — complex themes and intense situations |
| My Rating | ⭐⭐⭐⭐½ |
| Quick Take | A cinematic blend of paranormal, sci-fi, and metaphysical fantasy that continues to strengthen the ambitious storytelling of the Limerent series. |
Content Considerations
This novel contains mature themes including psychological trauma, emotional manipulation, chronic illness, medical experimentation, grief, sexual content, references to suicide, past abuse, and metaphysical horror elements involving identity and transformation. The story also includes a school shooting, which may be particularly distressing for some readers. Reader discretion is advised.
With that in mind, here are my thoughts on Limerence by LS Delorme.
My Thoughts
Limerence continues the ambitious storytelling that has defined LS Delorme’s Limerent series. One of the most rewarding aspects of returning to this world is seeing both familiar and new characters interact within the story’s expanding universe. Kara and Dante remain at the center of it all, and their connection is as electric as ever. Dante’s narration, in particular, gives the novel a strong emotional anchor while guiding readers through the shifting layers of reality that define this series.
The world-building is especially impressive here. The story unfolds with a cinematic quality, blending multiple genre elements including time travel, metaphysical fantasy, paranormal fiction, science fiction, horror, and even touches of romance. Delorme manages to weave these threads together into something that feels both expansive and intimate, creating a universe where the rules of existence are constantly being tested.
One of the most intriguing elements in this installment is the strange neuro-virus introduced into the narrative. In a world already operating across multiple planes of existence, the idea that even ghostly entities can become infected raises the stakes considerably. The consequences of infection—affecting both mental and physical stability—add another layer of tension to an already complex story.
I have now read all five books in the Limerent series, and I genuinely feel that the storytelling continues to grow stronger with each installment. While Limerence could technically work as a standalone novel, readers will get the most out of the experience by following the series from the beginning. Each book adds new pieces to the larger picture and deepens the emotional resonance of the characters.
As fascinating as the metaphysical and speculative elements are, what makes the novel truly engaging is its exploration of human behavior and emotional connection. The story examines love, memory, identity, and the complicated ways people respond to trauma and transformation, all within a world that operates beyond ordinary physical laws.
Readers should also be aware that the book includes several heavy themes. In addition to the author’s content warnings, the story includes a school shooting, which may be particularly difficult for some readers. Delorme does not shy away from intense or disorienting moments, and these scenes are integral to the emotional and philosophical journey of the characters.
Even with those darker elements, Limerence ultimately stands out as a fascinating and thought-provoking addition to the series. By the final pages, it becomes clear that the story is building toward even larger revelations ahead. For longtime readers of the Limerent series, this installment will likely leave you eager to see where the story goes next.
In Conclusion
Limerence is a bold continuation of LS Delorme’s genre-blending Limerent series. With its cinematic world-building, emotionally charged characters, and a storyline that moves effortlessly between science fiction, metaphysical fantasy, and paranormal suspense, the novel offers both intrigue and depth. Kara and Dante remain compelling at the heart of the story, and longtime readers will appreciate how each new installment expands the series’ complex universe.
While this book could be enjoyed on its own, the experience is far richer for readers who follow the full series and watch its intricate themes unfold across multiple books. By the end, Limerence leaves the door open for even more revelations ahead—making it hard not to want the next installment immediately.
The Limerent series continues to grow in scope and ambition, and Limerence is another strong step forward in that unfolding story.
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If you're curious about the mind behind the Limerent series, here's a little more about the author behind these imaginative stories.
Meet LS Delorme
About LS Delorme
Lexy Shaw Delorme, writing as LS Delorme, is the award-winning author of the Limerent series—a genre-blending collection of novels that weave together supernatural mystery, psychological thriller, historical fiction, and romantic suspense. Drawing on a background that includes work as a lawyer, pop musician, and science writer, she brings both intellectual depth and lyrical storytelling to her work.
Now based in Paris, Lexy lives with her French husband and their two sons. Her stories explore themes of limerence, memory, identity, and the echoes of past lives, often pushing beyond traditional genre boundaries to create emotionally layered narratives.
The Limerent series has received strong critical attention. Caio earned praise from Kirkus Reviews as “an entertaining fantasy with a dash of macabre eroticism.” Bright Midnights received a BookLife Editor’s Pick from Publishers Weekly, and Fanning Fireflies was IndieReader Approved with near-perfect marks. Delorme’s work has also been featured on BBC Radio 2 and recognized across the book blogging community for its imaginative, genre-defying storytelling.
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