kendallysa's review against another edition
3.0
I received a free arc of this book for a review
I fell in love with the first book in this series and was so excited for this sequel. Unfortunately it fell a little flat for me. I think I just was really against the miscommunication Hades and Persephone were having throughout 90% of this book. Aside from that the individual things they went through was so unique and I loved seeing both characters trying to deal with their emotions.
Both gods felt almost human as they dealt with their struggles and their grief and just not knowing how to put themselves together after dealing with such an ordeal.
These authors also kill the cliff hanger game. I’m back on the edge of my seat waiting for the next book in the series.
I fell in love with the first book in this series and was so excited for this sequel. Unfortunately it fell a little flat for me. I think I just was really against the miscommunication Hades and Persephone were having throughout 90% of this book. Aside from that the individual things they went through was so unique and I loved seeing both characters trying to deal with their emotions.
Both gods felt almost human as they dealt with their struggles and their grief and just not knowing how to put themselves together after dealing with such an ordeal.
These authors also kill the cliff hanger game. I’m back on the edge of my seat waiting for the next book in the series.
rmdougherty's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
jessicabeel's review against another edition
3.0
Starting at the cliffhanger from The Maiden and The Unseen, Persephone is explores the Underworld and tries to adapt to her new role -- while unknowingly Hades is trapped and tortured. After his rescue, they struggle to deal with the consequences of activating the fated curse and the mysterious infection in their Underworld. However, a coronation ball must be planned and they must find a way to deal with her cruel mother. Will their love last when facing these challenges?
This book is vastly different from the first book -- It's filled with anguish and miscommunication. Both characters could benefit from some therapy -- especially since their parents are horrible gods/titans. They have huge issues with communication but their love and connection shines through. It was hard for me to wade through all of that (it's not my favorite trope) but it's still a good story and I'm looking forward to the 3rd book in the series.
My favorite parts were the instances of Melinoe and Helios. I would read an entire series of just their interactions.
Cerebus being nicknamed Berry is just the cutest!
Thank you Net Galley and Rose & Star Publishing for the ARC!
This book is vastly different from the first book -- It's filled with anguish and miscommunication. Both characters could benefit from some therapy -- especially since their parents are horrible gods/titans. They have huge issues with communication but their love and connection shines through. It was hard for me to wade through all of that (it's not my favorite trope) but it's still a good story and I'm looking forward to the 3rd book in the series.
My favorite parts were the instances of Melinoe and Helios. I would read an entire series of just their interactions.
Cerebus being nicknamed Berry is just the cutest!
Thank you Net Galley and Rose & Star Publishing for the ARC!
marie101's review against another edition
3.0
Thank you so much for the arc. I will say I picked this one up purely because of the publisher. But I have to say I'm a little burnt out on all the hades and persephone retellings. I also want something fresh and a new take on it. I think this one was fine. The writing felt a bit choppy. I am not a fan of the miscommunication trope which here persephone refused to communicate. I did enjoy hades' character though which saved it for me. The ending is a cliffhanger which can drive me a little batty but I don't mind cliff hangers as much. Overall - for anyone obsessed with modern retellings of hades and persephone I think they would thoroughly enjoy it.
nikkireads365's review against another edition
4.0
Honestly, this book was significantly better than the first. I like spice, but the first book was more spice than anything else. The second book had actual character development, a more intricate plot, and a storyline that was very compelling. At this point, this is yet another series I am now waiting on a book release, and I’m not a patient person. February come sooner!!
tales1803's review against another edition
emotional
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.75
swiftie73's review against another edition
challenging
dark
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
livmc99's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
gemi's review against another edition
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
The first book was trash, but the fun kind that I actually really enjoyed. This one was pure trash with boring predictable plot and an absolute non-conflict between H & P that could've been solved in a single chapter. Finished it, though and will probably give the next book a chance, but it needs to be much better than this...
julesreadsromance's review against another edition
5.0
I received this as an ARC, thank you Good Girls PR!
I'm a sucker for a Hades and Persephone retelling and this one definitely delivered. When I found out about receiving the ARC I made sure to speed read the first one to be all caught up and I'm glad I did because this picks up right where TM & TU left off. I will tell you from the jump, if you're expecting the smut level from book 1 its not there but the story itself is still great. I personally love fantasy books that are overly descriptive so this story played like a movie in my head. I love a good dual POV book thats super descriptive.
While there definitely could have been more spice and maybe less jumpin around in the story, I overall enjoyed the story especially the connection between Hades and Persephone, the way he treats her.....a woman can only dream lol.
Honestly though, read this series if you enjoy fantasy, greek mythology and 1000000% if you enjoy Hades and Persephones re-tellings because this is a GREAT series.
I'm a sucker for a Hades and Persephone retelling and this one definitely delivered. When I found out about receiving the ARC I made sure to speed read the first one to be all caught up and I'm glad I did because this picks up right where TM & TU left off. I will tell you from the jump, if you're expecting the smut level from book 1 its not there but the story itself is still great. I personally love fantasy books that are overly descriptive so this story played like a movie in my head. I love a good dual POV book thats super descriptive.
While there definitely could have been more spice and maybe less jumpin around in the story, I overall enjoyed the story especially the connection between Hades and Persephone, the way he treats her.....a woman can only dream lol.
Honestly though, read this series if you enjoy fantasy, greek mythology and 1000000% if you enjoy Hades and Persephones re-tellings because this is a GREAT series.