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Hades x Persephone Saga 6 Books Collection Set
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Hades x Persephone Saga 6 Books Collection
Titles In This
A Touch of Darkness
A Game of Fate
A Touch of Ruin
A Game of Retribution
A Touch of Malice
A Game of Gods
Hades x Persephone Saga 6 Books Collection
Titles In This
A Touch of Darkness
A Game of Fate
A Touch of Ruin
A Game of Retribution
A Touch of Malice
A Game of Gods
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Published May 28, 2024
About the author
Scarlett St. Clair
30 books32k followersInternational and USA Today Best Selling author Scarlett St. Clair is a citizen of the Muscogee Nation and the author of the HADES X PERSEPHONE SAGA, the HADES SAGA, KING OF BATTLE & BLOOD, and WHEN STARS COME OUT.
She has a Master's degree in Library Science and Information Studies and a Bachelors in English Writing. She is obsessed with Greek Mythology, murder mysteries, and the afterlife.
If you are obsessed with these things, then you'll like her books. You can find pictures of her adorable dog Adelaide on her Instagram at @authorscarlettstclair.
She has a Master's degree in Library Science and Information Studies and a Bachelors in English Writing. She is obsessed with Greek Mythology, murder mysteries, and the afterlife.
If you are obsessed with these things, then you'll like her books. You can find pictures of her adorable dog Adelaide on her Instagram at @authorscarlettstclair.
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September 20, 2023
Literally so in love w hades & Persephone relationship! I love this tandem read and the different POVs from both characters!
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April 9, 2024Okay so, this is my favorite series hand down BUT Persephone is incredibly annoying. Still good, still steamy, Hades is a GAWD.
October 29, 2024
Some of the books don’t need to read since it repeats but overall good
November 6, 2024
The horns added absolutely nothing.
July 18, 2026
This is a review of the whole series.
The little girl who was completely obsessed with Percy Jackson was screaming when I was reading this. It made me wanna deep dive into Greek mythology. Though these books were a bit spicy, they were still written with a plot and storyline with developed characters which made up for it.
Fav character by far is Hermes, he is such a lovable characters but also seeing how Persephone grows into who she was destined to be is something so powerful to read. And to Hades who doesn’t get enough credit for all that he did for those he cared about.
Another thing to note is if you read the full series there are switches in POVs for Hades and Persephone, that being said you could just buy 4 of the books if you don’t want the repeat in Hades perspective. Though it does give more insight to who he is.
I 10/10 definitely recommend this series
The little girl who was completely obsessed with Percy Jackson was screaming when I was reading this. It made me wanna deep dive into Greek mythology. Though these books were a bit spicy, they were still written with a plot and storyline with developed characters which made up for it.
Fav character by far is Hermes, he is such a lovable characters but also seeing how Persephone grows into who she was destined to be is something so powerful to read. And to Hades who doesn’t get enough credit for all that he did for those he cared about.
Another thing to note is if you read the full series there are switches in POVs for Hades and Persephone, that being said you could just buy 4 of the books if you don’t want the repeat in Hades perspective. Though it does give more insight to who he is.
I 10/10 definitely recommend this series
September 30, 2025
I honestly hated this series. The first book wasn’t that bad. And the second book was doable, but everything after that was completely unbearable. I had to listen to the audiobook of Hades point of view because his point of view was just terrible. He is a whole God and he has a lot of things that he needs to get done so why is it that the only thing he can think about is Persephone and her body and how she feels? It’s disgusting. Honestly the whole love story felt so unreal and completely rushed. It was Insta love or more like lust because there was no real love between them. I think it was more so infatuation. Haiti spent thousands and thousands of years being alone, and he really wanted somebody to love and once he found out that he was faded to be with Persephone, he became infatuated with her, and I don’t think that he really loved her because he genuinely loved her. I think he was more obsessed with her and I hated that. I hated how their whole love story was built on lust because there was no real buildup honestly and it felt fake. It got to a point that every single chapter that they had a dirty scene in, I got so bored and desensitized to it because there was so much smut. And smut is not bad when there’s actually tension and longing leading up towards it. But when there’s no long glances or a brush of the fingertips to lead up to these passionate scenes, when the passionate scenes happen, it’s very lackluster. This series made me hate spicy books. This series was so bad that I could not finish the last book in the series.
June 14, 2024
I want to give this 5 stars but the authors retelling of the exact same story in different books gets very annoying. It's a poor attempt to show perspective. You end up reading the exact same things again with minimal to no additional data added. I'll go as far as to say if you removed that you might have three books. Yes, it's that bad. And she loves using the f-bomb...it's overdone and the story overly relied on sex to the point where as a reader you stopped looking forward to it. And I love a good sex scene but I started to skip it. The only great thing about it is that it was fun reading about God. It's forced me to do research of my own. I hope she does something else in a different universe that ignores these books but maybe touches on some of the same/different mythology, that was really fun. This author did excellent work with bringing life to the Gods.
January 23, 2025
I read book one. It was great. I may have screamed at Persephone a couple of times for her willingness to believe complete strangers and people who actively hate her over the man she's.... well we all know, and also her complete lack of self awareness and self preservation and her eagerness to believe the worst of this man so claims she love but it was overall a good read and very well written 👏🏽
Also, I'm just not willing to read 6 more books of the same shenanigans. If it were some different pairings, sure, but throughout 7 books, and they can't figure their relationship out yet? Nope, I don't have the patience
Also, I'm just not willing to read 6 more books of the same shenanigans. If it were some different pairings, sure, but throughout 7 books, and they can't figure their relationship out yet? Nope, I don't have the patience
October 5, 2024
I only read the first book of this series and barely, at that. I got about half way through and couldn't go on. It felt so clunky. Not to mention the plot, or lack thereof, didn't make a lick of sense. It was sporadic and rushed lacking any anticipation or foundation and character development. I recommend saving your time and money by avoiding this particular series.
January 2, 2025
Theres 7 books in this series, not 6. Although I read them in a questionable order, i enjoyed every single one of them. Although hades perspective is a little less enjoyable (personally), they must be read to uncover secrets not told in Persephone's perspectives. Fully, fully recommend. Not a second wasted reading this series!
December 1, 2024
How tf did I even manage to finish this one? Beyond me. I felt like I was reading a book a teen may have written for fun. The writing style was not it lol.
I could barely finish the 1rst novel.
I won't be continuing sadly.
I could barely finish the 1rst novel.
I won't be continuing sadly.
September 8, 2024
These series is a must read for Hades & Persephone lovers 🩷 the only reason that I wouldn’t give it 5 starts is that does get slightly repetitive sometimes, but overall it’s amazing
January 4, 2025
Great series loved the dynamic of Persephone and hades different love story
January 15, 2025
This series is so good I want to reeead already! If you are into Greek mythology and want a more modern version this is it!
September 28, 2026
4.5 ✨
I absolutely loved this series. What stood out most to me wasn't just the romance between Hades and Persephone, but the incredible dynamics between all the characters. Whether they played a major role or only appeared briefly, they felt distinct and memorable. Hecate is an absolute queen, Hermes constantly manages to put a mischievous smile on your face, and Aphrodite feels like a character whose story has only just begun. The supporting cast adds so much depth to the world that I often found myself just as invested in their relationships as in the main romance.
The development of Hades and Persephone's relationship is beautifully done. The growth, tension, attraction, and vulnerability between them feel authentic and earned. Their connection evolves naturally, making every milestone in their relationship satisfying to read.What impressed me even more was the author's attention to detail.
The mythology is woven throughout the story in a way that feels meaningful rather than superficial, rewarding readers who are familiar with the myths while remaining accessible to those who aren't. Beyond the romance, the series tackles themes that aren't always explored in this genre: grief, family expectations, trauma, identity, healing, and coming of age. It made the books feel richer and more emotionally grounded.
My only real criticism is the pacing in the middle of the series. At first, I enjoyed the structure of revisiting events through different perspectives in separate books, as it added nuance to the story. However, after a while, I found myself getting a little frustrated because the overall plot progression seemed to stall. Spending multiple books covering similar timelines occasionally made me eager to move forward rather than revisit familiar moments. Thankfully, the later books addressed this issue perfectly. Giving more page time to characters like Dionysus brought fresh energy to the series, and the shift to alternating POVs within chapters instead of entire books helped the narrative feel much more dynamic and fast-paced.
And the 🌶️? Let's just say it delivers. The intimate scenes are incredibly detailed, but what makes them work is the emotional buildup behind them. You can genuinely feel the longing, desire, possessiveness, and need between the characters. There is definitely a lot of spice, but it never completely overshadows the story.
Overall, this is one of the few romance series where I stayed invested not only in the central couple but in the entire cast. Rich character dynamics, strong emotional themes, excellent mythology references, and genuinely compelling romance make this a series I'd happily recommend. The pacing stumbles in the middle prevent it from being a perfect 5-star read for me, but it's very close.
I absolutely loved this series. What stood out most to me wasn't just the romance between Hades and Persephone, but the incredible dynamics between all the characters. Whether they played a major role or only appeared briefly, they felt distinct and memorable. Hecate is an absolute queen, Hermes constantly manages to put a mischievous smile on your face, and Aphrodite feels like a character whose story has only just begun. The supporting cast adds so much depth to the world that I often found myself just as invested in their relationships as in the main romance.
The development of Hades and Persephone's relationship is beautifully done. The growth, tension, attraction, and vulnerability between them feel authentic and earned. Their connection evolves naturally, making every milestone in their relationship satisfying to read.What impressed me even more was the author's attention to detail.
The mythology is woven throughout the story in a way that feels meaningful rather than superficial, rewarding readers who are familiar with the myths while remaining accessible to those who aren't. Beyond the romance, the series tackles themes that aren't always explored in this genre: grief, family expectations, trauma, identity, healing, and coming of age. It made the books feel richer and more emotionally grounded.
My only real criticism is the pacing in the middle of the series. At first, I enjoyed the structure of revisiting events through different perspectives in separate books, as it added nuance to the story. However, after a while, I found myself getting a little frustrated because the overall plot progression seemed to stall. Spending multiple books covering similar timelines occasionally made me eager to move forward rather than revisit familiar moments. Thankfully, the later books addressed this issue perfectly. Giving more page time to characters like Dionysus brought fresh energy to the series, and the shift to alternating POVs within chapters instead of entire books helped the narrative feel much more dynamic and fast-paced.
And the 🌶️? Let's just say it delivers. The intimate scenes are incredibly detailed, but what makes them work is the emotional buildup behind them. You can genuinely feel the longing, desire, possessiveness, and need between the characters. There is definitely a lot of spice, but it never completely overshadows the story.
Overall, this is one of the few romance series where I stayed invested not only in the central couple but in the entire cast. Rich character dynamics, strong emotional themes, excellent mythology references, and genuinely compelling romance make this a series I'd happily recommend. The pacing stumbles in the middle prevent it from being a perfect 5-star read for me, but it's very close.
January 10, 2025
If you like fantasy romance, you will devour this series!
This is a series based off Greek mythology, highlighting Hades and Persephone. I have read a couple other stand-alones and series, based off this couple, yet this is by far my favorite one!!
A Touch of Darkness starts off setting the scene with Persephone as a college student. She is told to avoid contact with the Gods AT ALL COST, her mother is NOT a fan. However, as a college student, she wants to have fun with her friend and makes an exception. Her exception leads her bumping into Hades!
Her growth in this series is amazing! She goes from timid college student to literal Queen of the Underworld. Yet, does Scarlett St. Clair (Author) follow the Greek Mythology where Hades and Persephone hate each other and have a time-share agreement? Or do they have an epic romance and are truly fated for each other? Can they make it through the series without turning on each other with all Court Olympus’ court intrigue?
The tension is unreal in this series! Both from our main couple as well as side characters along the way. You will get drawn into their story as you get both of their POV. This is a dual POV, you get Persephone’s POV in books 1,3,5 and 7 and then Hades in books 2,4,6, and 7. I cannot express enough how well executed their POVs are done! There are chapters that are exceptions to the rule above; however, it’s mainly Hades' or Persephone's POV. That means you can read this series in order OR in tandem, in sets of 2!
Not to mention the immense love of side characters; I adore how Hermes and Hecate are portrayed! I started reading this series shortly before my daughters started their Greek Mythology unit at school (their school does school wide social study unit theme). Which made it more memorable to me; as we were all learning more about this Methodology at the same time! St. Clair does a phenomenal job at putting her own twist; while clarifying differences and inspirations at the ends of her books. So, if you like a fun romance read through or like to dive in deeper--you can do both with this series!
Some of my favorite quotes:
“You called me a witch” “You are a witch.” “It was the way he said it, like it was an insult.”
He hated himself for what he was about to do, “Hermes! I need your…help.”
“I will give you the world.” “I don’t need the world,” she said, “I just need you.”
“You want to fuck me with this crown; I want to fuck a god.”
“I see the soul. What burdens it, what corrupts it, what destroys it — and challenge it”
This is a series based off Greek mythology, highlighting Hades and Persephone. I have read a couple other stand-alones and series, based off this couple, yet this is by far my favorite one!!
A Touch of Darkness starts off setting the scene with Persephone as a college student. She is told to avoid contact with the Gods AT ALL COST, her mother is NOT a fan. However, as a college student, she wants to have fun with her friend and makes an exception. Her exception leads her bumping into Hades!
Her growth in this series is amazing! She goes from timid college student to literal Queen of the Underworld. Yet, does Scarlett St. Clair (Author) follow the Greek Mythology where Hades and Persephone hate each other and have a time-share agreement? Or do they have an epic romance and are truly fated for each other? Can they make it through the series without turning on each other with all Court Olympus’ court intrigue?
The tension is unreal in this series! Both from our main couple as well as side characters along the way. You will get drawn into their story as you get both of their POV. This is a dual POV, you get Persephone’s POV in books 1,3,5 and 7 and then Hades in books 2,4,6, and 7. I cannot express enough how well executed their POVs are done! There are chapters that are exceptions to the rule above; however, it’s mainly Hades' or Persephone's POV. That means you can read this series in order OR in tandem, in sets of 2!
Not to mention the immense love of side characters; I adore how Hermes and Hecate are portrayed! I started reading this series shortly before my daughters started their Greek Mythology unit at school (their school does school wide social study unit theme). Which made it more memorable to me; as we were all learning more about this Methodology at the same time! St. Clair does a phenomenal job at putting her own twist; while clarifying differences and inspirations at the ends of her books. So, if you like a fun romance read through or like to dive in deeper--you can do both with this series!
Some of my favorite quotes:
“You called me a witch” “You are a witch.” “It was the way he said it, like it was an insult.”
He hated himself for what he was about to do, “Hermes! I need your…help.”
“I will give you the world.” “I don’t need the world,” she said, “I just need you.”
“You want to fuck me with this crown; I want to fuck a god.”
“I see the soul. What burdens it, what corrupts it, what destroys it — and challenge it”
March 6, 2026
Dearest spicy readers,
There are many tales of the Underworld’s infamous king, but few capture the intoxicating tension between darkness and devotion quite like the Hades x Persephone Saga. Across six indulgent volumes, Hades emerges not merely as a god of shadows, but as something far more dangerous… a lover capable of burning the world for the woman who has captured his heart.
And what a book boyfriend he is.
This version of Hades walks the delicious line between ruthless ruler and devastatingly tender partner. His infamous “touch her and face my wrath” energy simmers beneath nearly every scene, yet it is the softer glimpses of him that linger the longest. Beneath the power, the danger, and the ancient authority lies a god who loves fiercely and completely.
As for Persephone, our heroine certainly tested my patience from time to time. Her choices occasionally left this humble columnist clutching her pearls in exasperation. Yet that frustration is part of what makes the journey so compelling. Persephone’s growth, missteps, and stubborn independence create a dynamic that keeps the tension between these two divine forces constantly shifting.
And the chemistry?
Positively electric!
The intimate moments between Hades and Persephone practically smolder on the page, their attraction written with a heat that feels impossible to ignore. The passion between them is not simply physical, but emotional and magnetic, giving their relationship the kind of intensity that keeps readers turning pages long into the night.
What truly makes this saga memorable, however, is the balance between darkness and devotion. Power, politics, divine drama, and romance intertwine throughout the series, creating a world where gods love deeply, rule ruthlessly, and occasionally make spectacularly chaotic decisions.
In short, dear readers, if you enjoy a dangerously devoted book boyfriend, divine drama, and a romance that burns as brightly as the fires of the Underworld itself, the Hades x Persephone Saga is well worth the descent.
Lady Pagewhisper’s final verdict:
The Underworld has rarely been so alluring… nor so passionately defended by its king.
And with the final page turned, one cannot help but feel that the gates of the Underworld have closed on a saga that will linger long after the last whisper of myth fades.
Lady Pagewhisper 🖋️
There are many tales of the Underworld’s infamous king, but few capture the intoxicating tension between darkness and devotion quite like the Hades x Persephone Saga. Across six indulgent volumes, Hades emerges not merely as a god of shadows, but as something far more dangerous… a lover capable of burning the world for the woman who has captured his heart.
And what a book boyfriend he is.
This version of Hades walks the delicious line between ruthless ruler and devastatingly tender partner. His infamous “touch her and face my wrath” energy simmers beneath nearly every scene, yet it is the softer glimpses of him that linger the longest. Beneath the power, the danger, and the ancient authority lies a god who loves fiercely and completely.
As for Persephone, our heroine certainly tested my patience from time to time. Her choices occasionally left this humble columnist clutching her pearls in exasperation. Yet that frustration is part of what makes the journey so compelling. Persephone’s growth, missteps, and stubborn independence create a dynamic that keeps the tension between these two divine forces constantly shifting.
And the chemistry?
Positively electric!
The intimate moments between Hades and Persephone practically smolder on the page, their attraction written with a heat that feels impossible to ignore. The passion between them is not simply physical, but emotional and magnetic, giving their relationship the kind of intensity that keeps readers turning pages long into the night.
What truly makes this saga memorable, however, is the balance between darkness and devotion. Power, politics, divine drama, and romance intertwine throughout the series, creating a world where gods love deeply, rule ruthlessly, and occasionally make spectacularly chaotic decisions.
In short, dear readers, if you enjoy a dangerously devoted book boyfriend, divine drama, and a romance that burns as brightly as the fires of the Underworld itself, the Hades x Persephone Saga is well worth the descent.
Lady Pagewhisper’s final verdict:
The Underworld has rarely been so alluring… nor so passionately defended by its king.
And with the final page turned, one cannot help but feel that the gates of the Underworld have closed on a saga that will linger long after the last whisper of myth fades.
Lady Pagewhisper 🖋️
August 23, 2026
I had so much fun with Scarlett St. Clair’s Hades x Persephone series! If you like Greek mythology retellings but want them with modern-day gods, morally gray characters, lots of drama, and a MUCH higher spice level, this series definitely delivers.
I loved the modern take on Persephone and Hades. Persephone starts out sheltered and still trying to understand her own powers and who she wants to be outside of her mother’s control, while Hades is already this incredibly powerful, intimidating ruler of the Underworld. Their relationship is intense from basically the beginning, and watching Persephone grow into herself throughout the series was one of my favorite parts.
Their relationship is also MESSY. They’re both stubborn, they keep things from each other, they make questionable decisions, and there were definitely times when I wanted to lock them in a room and tell them they weren’t allowed out until they actually communicated.
I also really enjoyed how much bigger the story becomes as the series goes on. What begins as a very romance-heavy Hades and Persephone retelling expands into gods, goddesses, prophecies, politics, war, magic, and all kinds of Greek mythology woven into a modern world.
And unlike some of the other books I’ve been reviewing lately, we are NOT fading discreetly to black here. Hades and Persephone have plenty of chemistry, and Scarlett St. Clair is absolutely willing to put it on the page.
It’s dramatic, sexy, addictive, and sometimes completely chaotic—but honestly, that’s part of the fun. Give me Hades as a powerful, possessive god of the Underworld hopelessly obsessed with Persephone and apparently I’m happy.
Overall series spice level: 4/5 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
Romance content: Explicit open door — frequent, detailed on-page sex scenes; the series gets increasingly spicy and sex is a significant part of Hades and Persephone’s relationship
I loved the modern take on Persephone and Hades. Persephone starts out sheltered and still trying to understand her own powers and who she wants to be outside of her mother’s control, while Hades is already this incredibly powerful, intimidating ruler of the Underworld. Their relationship is intense from basically the beginning, and watching Persephone grow into herself throughout the series was one of my favorite parts.
Their relationship is also MESSY. They’re both stubborn, they keep things from each other, they make questionable decisions, and there were definitely times when I wanted to lock them in a room and tell them they weren’t allowed out until they actually communicated.
I also really enjoyed how much bigger the story becomes as the series goes on. What begins as a very romance-heavy Hades and Persephone retelling expands into gods, goddesses, prophecies, politics, war, magic, and all kinds of Greek mythology woven into a modern world.
And unlike some of the other books I’ve been reviewing lately, we are NOT fading discreetly to black here. Hades and Persephone have plenty of chemistry, and Scarlett St. Clair is absolutely willing to put it on the page.
It’s dramatic, sexy, addictive, and sometimes completely chaotic—but honestly, that’s part of the fun. Give me Hades as a powerful, possessive god of the Underworld hopelessly obsessed with Persephone and apparently I’m happy.
Overall series spice level: 4/5 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
Romance content: Explicit open door — frequent, detailed on-page sex scenes; the series gets increasingly spicy and sex is a significant part of Hades and Persephone’s relationship
July 2, 2025
There are 7 books in total, not 6, but anyways.
I just finished the whole series. I need emotional support :')
So I would like to begin with saying that Persephone annoying the living sht out of me in a touch of ruin and a game of retribution, she was the reason I stopped being excited about the series. Honestly the second book was a hard read for me, she made me so mad I was cursing her the whole time lol. But after the last 2 books, a game of gods, and especially a touch of chaos, I love her, I love them, Hades didn't annoy me, yes he made some stupid decision but he wasn't annoying.
I can't believe I actually finished the series, it's absolutely worth it u guys, I'm so emotionally attached I don't think I'll be able to enjoy another book. I finished the last book like 15 minutes ago and I already miss them and I'm thinking to start reading them again from the very beginning. I don't care what others say, I love everything about the series. Well, almost everything. Did Scarlett really have to kill Apollo? Did she? Was it really that necessary? Nuh uh, bring my boy back.
Overall, it was extraordinary
I just finished the whole series. I need emotional support :')
So I would like to begin with saying that Persephone annoying the living sht out of me in a touch of ruin and a game of retribution, she was the reason I stopped being excited about the series. Honestly the second book was a hard read for me, she made me so mad I was cursing her the whole time lol. But after the last 2 books, a game of gods, and especially a touch of chaos, I love her, I love them, Hades didn't annoy me, yes he made some stupid decision but he wasn't annoying.
I can't believe I actually finished the series, it's absolutely worth it u guys, I'm so emotionally attached I don't think I'll be able to enjoy another book. I finished the last book like 15 minutes ago and I already miss them and I'm thinking to start reading them again from the very beginning. I don't care what others say, I love everything about the series. Well, almost everything. Did Scarlett really have to kill Apollo? Did she? Was it really that necessary? Nuh uh, bring my boy back.
Overall, it was extraordinary
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
September 20, 2026
I was really unsure whether to post this one
I do not like to give negative reviews on something I know someone worked so hard on… but then I realised, it’s not negative really, I enjoyed the books, they just weren’t for me.
Book 1 was amazing, I loved it, in fact I’ve read it twice, the angst, the enemies to lovers, the character growth is fantastic!
Book 2 is where it started going wrong for me, and this is totally personal!
The story is brilliant! I actually really love it, I just struggle with how young the FMC comes across.
Which lead to me not reading book 3. I’m still undecided on that because I did really enjoy the story.
The reactions and responses of the FMC in comparison with the MMC were just very hard to deal with, and it’s all to do with how young she is… and I know that’s the point really, it’s made really well!
The story in these books is fantastic and addictive, i think if I’d read them 15 years ago, they would have been 5 star…. I’m just too old now not to want to knock some sense into her 😭😂
So from an oldie… still 100% recommend these books! The story is beautiful and funny and addictive!
3 stars simply because I’m too old to deal with drama 😂
I do not like to give negative reviews on something I know someone worked so hard on… but then I realised, it’s not negative really, I enjoyed the books, they just weren’t for me.
Book 1 was amazing, I loved it, in fact I’ve read it twice, the angst, the enemies to lovers, the character growth is fantastic!
Book 2 is where it started going wrong for me, and this is totally personal!
The story is brilliant! I actually really love it, I just struggle with how young the FMC comes across.
Which lead to me not reading book 3. I’m still undecided on that because I did really enjoy the story.
The reactions and responses of the FMC in comparison with the MMC were just very hard to deal with, and it’s all to do with how young she is… and I know that’s the point really, it’s made really well!
The story in these books is fantastic and addictive, i think if I’d read them 15 years ago, they would have been 5 star…. I’m just too old now not to want to knock some sense into her 😭😂
So from an oldie… still 100% recommend these books! The story is beautiful and funny and addictive!
3 stars simply because I’m too old to deal with drama 😂
May 7, 2026
The A Touch of Darkness (Hades & Persephone) by Scarlett St. Clair completely won me over. I’ve always loved the mythology behind Hades and Persephone, their story is just so compelling and iconic, and this series made me fall in love with it all over again.
I absolutely loved this saga. Like, truly loved it. For me, it’s up there with series like ACOTAR and Fourth Wing in terms of how much I enjoyed it. That’s how good it felt to read.
One of my favorite things is how the author took a classic mythological story and turned it into a modern setting. That twist made everything feel fresh, addictive, and really fun to follow. It kept the essence of the myth while making it more relatable and engaging.
The characters? I’m obsessed. The plot? I loved every second of it. Everything just worked for me, the romance, the tension, the world, all of it.
I gave every book five stars without hesitation. It’s a 10/10 recommendation from me. I genuinely couldn’t get enough of this series. I love it, I love it, I love it.
I absolutely loved this saga. Like, truly loved it. For me, it’s up there with series like ACOTAR and Fourth Wing in terms of how much I enjoyed it. That’s how good it felt to read.
One of my favorite things is how the author took a classic mythological story and turned it into a modern setting. That twist made everything feel fresh, addictive, and really fun to follow. It kept the essence of the myth while making it more relatable and engaging.
The characters? I’m obsessed. The plot? I loved every second of it. Everything just worked for me, the romance, the tension, the world, all of it.
I gave every book five stars without hesitation. It’s a 10/10 recommendation from me. I genuinely couldn’t get enough of this series. I love it, I love it, I love it.
December 12, 2024
“Respect could build an empire. Trust could make it unbreakable. Love could make it last forever.”
I read these this year and I must say, for me to still be feeling the feels, months later, it just shows you how good this series really is.
We have Persephone who comes into her own person and really grows as a character. Her personality is beautifully written and easy to read. She goes from innocent and fragile (with underlying genuine emotions) to a fierce woman with WATCH ME vibes.
Hades is a yum for me. He’s protective and delicious. I loved how he was always working an angle and the room. Along with that he actually has real character growth as a man. I mean who doesn’t love that?
Honorable mention goes to the side characters. I enjoyed all the friendships.
Overall I enjoyed it.
I read these this year and I must say, for me to still be feeling the feels, months later, it just shows you how good this series really is.
We have Persephone who comes into her own person and really grows as a character. Her personality is beautifully written and easy to read. She goes from innocent and fragile (with underlying genuine emotions) to a fierce woman with WATCH ME vibes.
Hades is a yum for me. He’s protective and delicious. I loved how he was always working an angle and the room. Along with that he actually has real character growth as a man. I mean who doesn’t love that?
Honorable mention goes to the side characters. I enjoyed all the friendships.
Overall I enjoyed it.
February 7, 2026
If I could give 6 stars I would. I am absolutely in love with this series! Scarlett St. Clair has crafted a world full of passion, power, and emotion, and the tandem perspective—seeing both Hades’ and Persephone’s sides—makes the story feel so rich and immersive. Every choice, every heartbreak, and every moment of desire hits harder because you feel it from both sides of the love story.
The characters are layered and compelling, the romance is intense and addictive, and the mythology woven throughout adds depth and beauty. This saga kept me hooked from the very first book to the final page, and I savored every twist, every emotional beat, and every steamy scene. If you love dark, swoon-worthy romance with complex characters and epic stakes, this series is an absolute must-read.
The characters are layered and compelling, the romance is intense and addictive, and the mythology woven throughout adds depth and beauty. This saga kept me hooked from the very first book to the final page, and I savored every twist, every emotional beat, and every steamy scene. If you love dark, swoon-worthy romance with complex characters and epic stakes, this series is an absolute must-read.
August 19, 2026
This author is the reason I got back into reading. I love how easy her writing style is. I also loved that instead of giving us different POVs in one book she wrote the POVs in separate books so we have Persephone’s pov in a touch of dark etc… and for Hades A game of fate… Because of how this was how she chose to tell this story it made the feeling more intense. I remember crying at a touch of ruin and being so made at hades until I read a game of retribution which showed he truly had no control of what happened and how he was okay with being seen at the villain. I haven’t read the last book because I don’t want it to end. I also read the whole series in less than a week…
June 3, 2025
I read these books over a year ago. They still live rent free in my head. I absolutely love Scarlett’s writing and have read every one of her books since. The writing is easy to follow along, there’s like the perfect amount of fantasy, romance, plot, emotional damage, and spice! Nothing seems to be lacking.
I miss Hades & Persephone. If you love mythology, retellings, and an FMC who grows strong before your eyes then read this series!
I got my sister hooked and she is currently reading Malice and Gods! She said giving her the first book was one of the best things I have done
I miss Hades & Persephone. If you love mythology, retellings, and an FMC who grows strong before your eyes then read this series!
I got my sister hooked and she is currently reading Malice and Gods! She said giving her the first book was one of the best things I have done
August 19, 2025
I really enjoyed how this series goes from Persephone being a "normal" twenty five year old to her evolving to the Queen of the Underworld and its psychological consequences. However, the story leaves so many loose threads! What happens to Ariadne and Dionysus? How does Dionysus cope with losing his Maenads? How do Hades and Persophone cope with all of the aftermath? How do they cope with wanting a child but not being able to have one? There are enough loose threads to merit a last book! But I did enjoy the series!
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September 11, 2024
Love the series and read all 7 books but from book 5-7, felt that the direction of the remaining books went little bit sidetracked with some of the character deaths and persephone's character development. Also kinda disppointed that the ending was summerise to Persephone's coronation but there's still alot of unfinished things for some of the other characters. Hope that AxH & DxA books will cover up the ending of the series.
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September 22, 2024
Loved this book. Loved both perspectives. First book is Persephone perspective second book is Hades and continues alternating. Some parts in Hades books are repetitive but SO worth the read to see his POV and what’s happening in his involvement in the world. Love that it’s Greek mythology with a modern aspect so it’s not foreign to a reader like myself who knows nothing about Greek mythology. Great romance book as well. The descriptions were done so well.
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September 22, 2026De eerste 4 boeken die vertaald zijn in het nederlands. Geweldige serie. Hades en persephone worden verliefd op elkaar. Dit gaat niet zonder hindernissen. Ze heeft een weddenschap van hades verloren. Als ze geen leven kan creëren in de onderwereld dan moet ze daar blijven. Het lukt haar om leven te creëren door leven in hades te creëren hij wordt verliefd op haar. Ondertussen strijden ze tegen de half goden die de macht van de goden willen overnemen. Hades en persephone trouwen met elkaar.
February 22, 2024
Vraiment bien pour ce qui est de l’intrigue je trouve, on est pas dans l’originalité, on peut rapidement prévoir la suite sans surprise, mais moi qui suis beaucoup dans classique où l’on a souvent la même intrigue et le même développement je valide! Je pense quand même qu’il manque un peu d’histoire des dieux, elle n’est pas assez développé pour moi.
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