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He was supposed to be a myth.
But from the moment I crossed the River Styx and fell under his dark spell...he was, quite simply, mine.

*A scorchingly hot modern retelling of Hades and Persephone that's as sinful as it is sweet.*

Society darling Persephone Dimitriou plans to flee the ultra-modern city of Olympus and start over far from the backstabbing politics of the Thirteen Houses. But all that's ripped away when her mother ambushes her with an engagement to Zeus, the dangerous power behind their glittering city's dark facade.

With no options left, Persephone flees to the forbidden undercity and makes a devil's bargain with a man she once believed a myth...a man who awakens her to a world she never knew existed.

Hades has spent his life in the shadows, and he has no intention of stepping into the light. But when he finds that Persephone can offer a little slice of the revenge he's spent years craving, it's all the excuse he needs to help her—for a price. Yet every breathless night spent tangled together has given Hades a taste for Persephone, and he'll go to war with Olympus itself to keep her close...

"Deliciously inventive...Red-hot."—Publishers Weekly STARRED
"I get shivers just thinking of their interactions. SHIVERS."—Mimi Koehler for The Nerd Dailey

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This man has control wrapped around him like chains..what it would take for those restraints to snap

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Katee Robert is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of contemporary romance and romantic suspense. Entertainment Weekly calls her writing "unspeakably hot" and her books have sold over a million copies. She currently resides with her husband, children, a cat who thinks he's a dog, and two Great Danes who think they're lap dogs in the Pacific Northwest.

Zara Hampton-Brown is an experienced audiobook narrator. Originally trained as an actress, she enjoys bringing characters to life. When not narrating, she loves painting, long walks by the sea, and horseback riding.

Barnaby Edwards is an actor, writer, director, and audiobook narrator who has lent his talents to a multitude of projects. --This text refers to the audioCD edition.

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"Deliciously inventive…This red-hot romance is a winner." - Publishers Weekly STARRED Review

"This smart re-imagining of the Persephone and Hades myth is an intriguing love story and amust-buy." - Booklist

"This modern-day retelling of the story of Hades and Persephone has lots to offer for romance fans looking for a slightly darker romance." - Library Journal

--This text refers to the paperback edition.

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ASIN ‏ : ‎ B08GC6FXVZ
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Sourcebooks Casablanca (June 1, 2021)
Publication date ‏ : ‎ June 1, 2021
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 2071 KB
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Print length ‏ : ‎ 386 pages
Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ 1728231736
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Katee Robert is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of contemporary romance and romantic suspense. Entertainment Weekly calls her writing “unspeakably hot.” Her books have sold over a million copies. She lives in the Pacific Northwest with her husband, children, a cat who thinks he’s a dog, and two Great Danes who think they’re lap dogs.

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goldenxo

Could’ve been good, it just wasn’t.

Reviewed in the United States on July 3, 2021

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I am really disgusted with how much money I wasted on this book.

It could’ve been good, it really could’ve been. It just wasn’t.

The plot was OKAY at best, and often times unbelievable. Hades believed he was feared by all his people for NO reason, and the ending, with Zeus? Ridiculous. It made no sense at all and was completely infuriating.

On top of all this, the author seemed obsessed with race, needing to identify every person by the color of their skin before anything else. A white man appeared. A black woman entered. A white woman smiled. A black man laughed. Oh, and to top it off, black was always capitalized, while no other race was. If we’re turning race into a proper noun, then ALL races should be considered as such.

The writing wasn’t the worst, but struggled at several parts, often lazily repeating descriptors that the author seemed overly fond of.

I have no idea what the hype for this book was about. The sex scenes weren’t even that great? Yeah. I just really don’t get it.

Waste of money, and disgustingly overpriced to top it off. I wouldn’t spend $1 on this.

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I DNF'd It Due to POC writing

Reviewed in the United States on August 7, 2021

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As the title suggests, I had to put this book down without finishing it. The plot was great, Hades and Persephone were fun, and the steamy scenes were great!

Unfortunately, the author was in the habit of poorly writing POC characters. I know this may not bother some people but this is the first time I've seen characters of color so blatantly thrown into a story just to give it diversity without any thought to how readers may perceive it. I understand that most characters described by the color of their skin are insignificant to the story but I found this too offensive to keep reading.

In case the author is reading this I would like to point out two reasons why I was taken back by her writing. First, off "black" is not a description of a person. Are they tall? Short? Have light brown skin? Medium? Is it rich in color or on the paler side? Using the word "black" as a descriptor is just *cringe*. Second, she upper cased the B in black. So she would write "the Black women". This gives the impression being black is her title. For instance: Queen Elizabeth, Duke of ______, etc. Black isn't important here, nor is it the name of something, or title. Reading it the way the author has written it, being black is clearly the most glaring part of these side characters. I think maybe ONE time she writes, "is a white guy who..." but why isn't the W in white capitalized, is it because it's not important? I don't know. Either way, I just couldn't get past this. I haven't run into an issue like this before in any other books I've read and honestly it's kind of leaving me with a weird taste in my mouth. I probably won't be reading any more books from this author.

51 people found this helpful

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MJ Strath

Couldn’t finish it

Reviewed in the United States on June 27, 2021

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I’m not super picky when it comes to romance or fantasy novels and after a lot of hype, this book completely fell flat for me. I had to stop reading. The writing was simple, the world was barely explained/ described, it felt like a romance novel where someone just decided it should be about Gods halfway through writing it, because it could be any other trope like mafia/ Romeo & Juliet feuds/ etc. It was 2 dimensional writing, almost the opposite of Blood and Ash which is almost too descriptive. I don’t want a book with boring characters, centered around the sex scenes. It didn’t do it for me.

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Sweet Red Reader

I now want to devour all things Persephones and Hades!

Reviewed in the United States on June 3, 2021

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The fact that Katee Robert was able to write two very different Hades stories and have them both be wildly entertaining is talent in and of itself! I now want to devour all things Persephones and Hades and I'm so excited for the rest of the Dark Olympus series. Neon Gods is HAWT (though I would expect nothing less from Mrs. Robert), the world and its politics are intriguing, and who would've thought a softie Dom of a Hades would be utter catnip! While I absolutely love this book and devoured it in a day, I do feel like after such delicious tension was built leading up to the ultimate showdown - when we actually got to the climax, it peaked and resolved rather quickly (and a bit too easily). That being said, I thoroughly enjoyed listening to and reading Neon Gods (the narrators are superb as well) and can't wait for the rest of the series. 4.5 out of 5 wine glasses.

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Elizabeth Trent

A Hades and Persephone Retelling Like No Other!

Reviewed in the United States on June 5, 2021

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FIVE STARS. I loved it. I loved it so much. I'm absolute Hades trash and Neon Gods did not disappoint.

Persephone, dutiful daughter of Demeter, has always been intrigued by the myth of Hades, the fabled final member to the mighty 13 that rule Olympus. When her mother announces she is to wed Zeus, whose ruthless reputation includes the mysterious death of his previous three wives, Persephone flees across the River Styx, where she soon learns Hades is no more myth than she is. To get back at her mom and Zeus for attempting to force her hand, Persephone partners with Hades on a plan that fans the flames of revenge and desire.

*cue TikTok audio saying "it has all the ingredients you need":
Dual POV
Steamy Scenes
A Headstrong and Self-Assured Heroine
A Consent King
A Playroom Complete with Safeword
Strong Communication
Rooftop Gardens
PUPPIES

As I read, I was stuck between wanting Hades and Persephone's story to wrap up with a neat bow but also being completely willing to wait years for Dark Olympus 2-3 feat. my favorite duo. Alas, the future books appear to star different characters. But fear not! I will absolutely be reading.

Neon Gods is a great read for fans of A Touch of Darkness, Fifty Shades of Grey, and The Boys.

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Carley

Hot, addictive and sexy as hell

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 8, 2021

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𝐈’𝐦 𝐠𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮, 𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐬𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐧. 𝐈𝐧 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐢𝐧 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐰𝐚𝐲'

What a book I finished September with!
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Neon Gods is hot, addictive, delicious, irresistible and sexy as hell
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When Persephone finds herself at an unexpected engagement party and learns that her mother is forcing her to marry the most dangerous man in Olympus, Zeus, you just know things are about to get good. Fleeing as fast as she can with Zeus' guards hot on her tail, Persephone finds herself on the wrong side of the River Styx and falling into the arms of Hades
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The Hades that Katee has created is the literal definition of a walking, talking GOD 🔥 a myth in the Upper City, shrouded in mystery and dangerous as hell, it soons becomes clear that this dominant can be compassionate, caring and has a real soft side - this Hades will steal the hearts of romance readers for sure
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The deal these two make is quite simple - Persephone will belong to Hades for 3 months, which will also help him avenge the man who killed his parents. And belong to him she does - in every sense of the word and boy was it HOT HOT HOT
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Let me tell you Katee could re write the entire Greek Mythology and I would read it. If this has been on your radar at all, this is your sign to read it

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Marie

Humans with god names. Good read though.

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 20, 2021

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I enjoyed this book overall as a read. The storyline is good, and it tells a different type of story regarding Persephone and Hades. That's all I really liked about it.

There are a few grammatical errors, like missing commas and worlds in the wrong place. For example, the sentence will say her instead of him—only minor things. But if things like that bug you, then this is probably not the read for you.

The next thing is the whole take of it being a retelling of Persephone and Hades. The author could have called the two characters John and Jane, and you wouldn't know it was a retelling. The only things that do tell you are the names of the characters and the map of Olympus. The author makes slight references to the story of Persephone and Hades, e.g. pomegranates, Persephone only staying for the winter, the one reference to her being the queen of the underworld and Hades being shunned. But there is no fantasy within this book. THey're not gods with godly powers; they're humans with godlike names. That's it.

This not having the fantasy element took something away from this for me, and it made me question the point of having the whole Greek Gods element in the first place. The author should have just made up her own world because once you take the Greek mythology out of the book, it is just a romance book. That thought was the only thing that got me through the book. I had to think of it as not a retelling because it wasn't. It took all the danger and the premise of why Hades and Persephone were forbidden and why it was so strange for Hades to fall for someone like Persephone. It took all that out. I get the author was probably trying to make it her own, but she could have just made her own original story with her own original characters and ideas; after all, 70% of the book was that.

A good retelling for Hades and Persephone is A Touch of Darkness.

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Laura J.

Plot non-existent and overshadowed by constant passionless sex scenes

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 26, 2021

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I really wanted to like this book as I love mythology retelling. I don't want to be mean and destroy the author verbally, because I appreciate the amount of hard work that goes into writing a book. So as short as the title of my review, the actual review will be. This book didn't live up to the hype, which might just be my personal opinion. It was an awkwardly quick turn of events that led to a lot of sex scenes. It felt like it tried too hard to be 50 Shades of Gray. Both MCs weren't intriguing enough for me unfortunately. But hey, if you fancy a quick, spicy read, which by all means there is a time and place for it, this might be for you.

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Bananas1989

Delicious read

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 11, 2021

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I loved every minute of this book. Although maybe not zeus part's. I ended up devouring it over a couple of days instead of the week long buddy read a few of us had planned 😅 it was deliciously addictive!

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I really enjoyed the twist on Olympus, the names being passed down as a legacy to their children. Something I didn't think I would enjoy but did, was that it was an urban setting book.

I loved both Persephone and Hades character growth both together and separately. Persephone fleeing a life she didn't want, both Olympus and being cornered into marrying Zeus and Hades having lived in the shadows as a myth for so long. I was quickly wrapped up in their world, how they intertwined and what their relationship to each other would be. The spice was 👌🥵 (bare in mind this book is classed as romance/erotica)

The relationship between Persephone and her sisters was fierce and loyal. I love how they would do anything to protect each other. Even sacrificing their own feelings to ensure the other was happy.

Hermes and Dionysius were awesome. I'd have loved to of seen more of them and hope we do in future books.

The contrast between the higher city and lower city was brilliant. I wish we could have learnt more about the thirteen but also loved what we got. I think in future books as we get to explore other characters we will see more of what the real Olympus is like.

ateachersguidetoreading

A very loose retelling...

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 25, 2021

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"Ruin me, Hades. I want you to..."
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Persephone is already planning her escape from the modern city of Olympus, and the politics of its ruthless ruling Thirteen, when she is ambushed with an engagement to Zeus, the worst of them all. Out of options, Persephone flees to the forbidden lower city and makes a deal for protection with Hades, a man that the people of Olympus believed to be dead. Hades has been lying in wait for a chance at revenge against Zeus and Persephone might just be his winning ticket. But Hades soon discovers a hidden darkness in Persephone that whispers to his shadows and each night they spend tangled in eachother the harder it becomes to part ways. And soon Hades finds himself willing to go to war just to keep her safe.
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"He’s built lean and strong, and there are scars across his knuckles. A full beard and shoulder- length dark hair just lean in to the imposing presence he creates..."
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There was a lot of hype for this book on Bookstagram and Booktok so me and my friends decided to Buddy Read it. It's a modern urban retelling of Hades and Persephone and not fantasy based. The relationship development between Hades and Persephone was the best part about this book and, despite the reputation he has, he's a sweetheart with her. There is a lot of spice but it's very mainstream, bar a bit of voyeurism. I say this because the way it was setting it up at the start I assumed this was going to be like Fifty Shades of Grey with a playroom as well as how people on IG and TikTok were bigging it up as 'the spicest book they have ever read' so I was surprised after reading it. And with that description of Hades all I was picturing was Bucky Barnes in Endgame! The plot is barely there I mean it starts off with promise and then everything happens in like 10 pages at the end. But if you're looking for fluff and some spice then give the book a read - it's a very loose retelling and by that I mean only really the names are the same.
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"Power is as much about perception as it is about the resources one has at their disposal..."