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Descent
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Persephone Abbot is in my debt.
Exactly the way I want it.
The sins of the father should not be inherited by the daughter. It’s unfair, I know, but since when has life been fair?
The events that brought us here began on Halloween night more than five years ago in that chapel ruin. I saved her that night. Carried her home through the storm that was the omen warning of what ...more
Exactly the way I want it.
The sins of the father should not be inherited by the daughter. It’s unfair, I know, but since when has life been fair?
The events that brought us here began on Halloween night more than five years ago in that chapel ruin. I saved her that night. Carried her home through the storm that was the omen warning of what ...more
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'DESCENT' Is a full length standalone dark romance novel by Natasha Knight. In this we meet Persephone & Hayden aka Hades. Spoken in 'Dual Perspectives.'
Wow what a CrAzY ride this one was!! I was reeled in right from that very first page and held captive within its pages until that last one stated 'The End.' I inhaled this in one sitting!!
PAST: Persephone and Hades had known each other when she was a child and he a teenager, one Halloween night he had stepped in and rescued her from hi ...more
***4,5 "staining" stars***
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"I have to remind myself that he's only human.
A man.
He is no more Hades, God of the Underwold, than I am Persephone, daughter of Demeter.
He's just a man.
Human."
I enjoyed this ride so much!!! This story was sooo good!!!
I'm ashamed for that, but this was my first book by Natasha Knight, even though i have set my eyes on many books of hers...
This story was a story about revenge, about second chances, about redemption...
This was a story that i love ...more
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"I have to remind myself that he's only human.
A man.
He is no more Hades, God of the Underwold, than I am Persephone, daughter of Demeter.
He's just a man.
Human."
I enjoyed this ride so much!!! This story was sooo good!!!
I'm ashamed for that, but this was my first book by Natasha Knight, even though i have set my eyes on many books of hers...
This story was a story about revenge, about second chances, about redemption...
This was a story that i love ...more
4 STARS
Natasha Knight books are like crack for me. I devour them in one sitting and can never get enough. Her stories are sexy and addictive, and Descent was no exception. It was deliciously sinful, gritty, and with a dark undercurrent that I was immediately hooked on.
Persephone Abbot belongs to me. She always has. And now, she belongs in my bed, too. And I’ll make sure she stays there no matter what I have to do.
Natasha Knight books are like crack for me. I devour them in one sitting and can never get enough. Her stories are sexy and addictive, and Descent was no exception. It was deliciously sinful, gritty, and with a dark undercurrent that I was immediately hooked on.
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He was my savior once.
Twice.
Now he’s become my torment
Hades pursued Persephone with an almost obsessive determination. He was clear on what he wanted and wasn’t afraid of crossing lines in order to get his revenge and the girl to boot. It was clear to me that there was a spark between them but Persephone was definitely caught in the middle of a messed up history between their families. She paid the price more than most.
The plot had me intrigued and I couldn’t stop reading as the layers were peeled away. Ms. Knight does a great job with dark romanc ...more
The plot had me intrigued and I couldn’t stop reading as the layers were peeled away. Ms. Knight does a great job with dark romanc ...more
3 🤔🧩🤔⭐️s
A very good and full of twists mafia read.
Although it had a very intriguing plot snd was very well written, it didn’t manage to captivate me and have me invested in the characters.
A very good and full of twists mafia read.
Although it had a very intriguing plot snd was very well written, it didn’t manage to captivate me and have me invested in the characters.
I'll never tire of Mrs Knight's mafia and revenge stories!
In Descent, we are plunged into an intense and compelling tale, with mythological references I so enjoyed. Fast paced and twisted, it was a crazy ride.
"Hades. He was my savior once. Twice. Now he’s become my tormentor. And I don’t ever want him to let me go."
Percy (Persephone) loses everything to Hayden (Hades) as the pressure slowly closes in on her. Hayden is definitely an addictive antihero. Both dangerous and caring, he proves to ...more
In Descent, we are plunged into an intense and compelling tale, with mythological references I so enjoyed. Fast paced and twisted, it was a crazy ride.
"Hades. He was my savior once. Twice. Now he’s become my tormentor. And I don’t ever want him to let me go."
Percy (Persephone) loses everything to Hayden (Hades) as the pressure slowly closes in on her. Hayden is definitely an addictive antihero. Both dangerous and caring, he proves to ...more
4 solid stars! Review to come....
This was not what i expected to be honest.
I love Natasha Knight, i'm a big fan of her's so reading her books is always an amazing experience. However, Descent was not it for me. I don't know what it was but it felt lacking. it didn't make me breathless like her books usually do. i don't know what to expect with her so its always a surprise. Whenever i read her books i'm always at the edge of my seat, but this one did not have that effect on me.
Nevertheless, it was nice and i kinda enjoyed it. ...more
I love Natasha Knight, i'm a big fan of her's so reading her books is always an amazing experience. However, Descent was not it for me. I don't know what it was but it felt lacking. it didn't make me breathless like her books usually do. i don't know what to expect with her so its always a surprise. Whenever i read her books i'm always at the edge of my seat, but this one did not have that effect on me.
Nevertheless, it was nice and i kinda enjoyed it. ...more
Dark, dirty and delicious is what comes to mind when I think of Descent. This book consumed my mind, my heart and lets be real... my fantasies. Once I started reading this, it was impossible for me to stop. I devoured it.
Persephone Abbot life is about to be turned upside down. It slowly started going downhill from the time she was fifteen when a tragic incident occurred and an enemy was created within Hayden Montgomery. He holds Percy's father accountable and will do anything and everything in ...more
Persephone Abbot life is about to be turned upside down. It slowly started going downhill from the time she was fifteen when a tragic incident occurred and an enemy was created within Hayden Montgomery. He holds Percy's father accountable and will do anything and everything in ...more
This book is a standalone enemies to lovers dark romance, full of suspense, twists and surprises.
Persephone Abbots (Percy) Lived next door to her father’s business rival The Montgomery’s. She became best friends with Nora Montgomery but when she was 16 a tragic event happens that scars both families forever. Hayden Montgomery (Hades), Nora's brother is determined to seek revenge on her behalf, he wants take everything from Quincy Abbott, including his daughter Percy. The more he takes the more s ...more
Persephone Abbots (Percy) Lived next door to her father’s business rival The Montgomery’s. She became best friends with Nora Montgomery but when she was 16 a tragic event happens that scars both families forever. Hayden Montgomery (Hades), Nora's brother is determined to seek revenge on her behalf, he wants take everything from Quincy Abbott, including his daughter Percy. The more he takes the more s ...more
GAH!! What can I say about a Natasha Knight story that I haven't already said before? Her writing is dark and edgy and always provocative. She consistently writes delicious mafia stories that stay and resonate with you. Her characters are always real and raw and her stories gripping. Descent was another magnificent story Knight can proudly add to her dark mafia offerings as Hayden "Hades" Montgomery and Persephone "Percy" Abbot were nothing short of outstanding. This story was sexy, shocking an
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So here we are:
1- Natasha Knigh is a fucking genius
2- I want Ares' story
3- Hades vs Dominic 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
4- I LOVE DOMINIC. Period.
Now, I've to say that the fact the story was inspired by the myth of Persephone had already excited me ( how could it not?! I'm from Sicily after all and i love Greek mythology ).
The story captures your attention from the first page: many secrets, revenge, hatred, passion and love are the ingredients that make it wonderful.
Persephone & Hayden are complex character ...more
So here we are:
1- Natasha Knigh is a fucking genius
2- I want Ares' story
3- Hades vs Dominic 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
4- I LOVE DOMINIC. Period.
Now, I've to say that the fact the story was inspired by the myth of Persephone had already excited me ( how could it not?! I'm from Sicily after all and i love Greek mythology ).
The story captures your attention from the first page: many secrets, revenge, hatred, passion and love are the ingredients that make it wonderful.
Persephone & Hayden are complex character ...more
4.25 stars--
ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date January 20 2020
Persephone Abbot is in my debt.
Exactly the way I want it.
The sins of the father should not be inherited by the daughter. It’s unfair, I know, but since when has life been fair?
The events that brought us here began on Halloween night more than five years ago in that chapel ruin. I saved her that night. Carried her home through the storm that was the omen warning of what would come.
I didn’t know it then, but I do now.
Her father destroyed ...more
ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date January 20 2020
Persephone Abbot is in my debt.
Exactly the way I want it.
The sins of the father should not be inherited by the daughter. It’s unfair, I know, but since when has life been fair?
The events that brought us here began on Halloween night more than five years ago in that chapel ruin. I saved her that night. Carried her home through the storm that was the omen warning of what would come.
I didn’t know it then, but I do now.
Her father destroyed ...more
I haven't read every book by Natasha Knight but this book convinced me to read them ALL!!!
What an amazing story ! The writing and characters totally made the book for me. Hayden and Persephone have my heart. Their chemistry was off the charts!! I couldn't get enough of them.
The book is fast paced, it takes you through a lot of twists and turns and it is exactly what I needed to pull me out of my book slump!!! I recommend it. An excellent enemies to lovers book. Do not miss it. ...more
What an amazing story ! The writing and characters totally made the book for me. Hayden and Persephone have my heart. Their chemistry was off the charts!! I couldn't get enough of them.
The book is fast paced, it takes you through a lot of twists and turns and it is exactly what I needed to pull me out of my book slump!!! I recommend it. An excellent enemies to lovers book. Do not miss it. ...more
This one is a mash up of second chance, mafia, and arrangement for sex. Throw in a little mythology and some flawed characters and readers are sure to find something to draw them in.
As always, Natasha has delivered a well written, nicely paced and interesting book. The woman has talent in spades. Anytime I pick up one of her books, I know I'm in for a ride. And while I really enjoyed Descent, this time, the ride seemed a bit smooth and lacking some of the more exciting twists and turns I've come ...more
As always, Natasha has delivered a well written, nicely paced and interesting book. The woman has talent in spades. Anytime I pick up one of her books, I know I'm in for a ride. And while I really enjoyed Descent, this time, the ride seemed a bit smooth and lacking some of the more exciting twists and turns I've come ...more
Set in the world of the Benedetti's comes a new dark stand-alone. You do not have to have read any of the Benedetti brother's books to enjoy this one, but I did and I loved the cameo made by the mafia boss himself.
This book is about Hayden aka Hades and Persephone. They knew each other when they were younger but it has been years since Hayden has been home. Since he left their worlds have imploded. Persephone's father is in a coma, Hayden's sister is dead and the house is in ruins. But Hades is ...more
I can’t say how much I ADORED this book. Hayden and Persephone are EVERYTHING. It was dirty and hot as hell with a brilliant, captivating plot and all the mafia goodness I love from Natasha Knight.
Descent gets all the stars from me!
🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 and more!
All I can say is that I want more from this legendary couple. I did not want this book to end. EVER.
Hayden is ever the alpha a-hole with so many depths, some hidden others apparent. Persephone is a strong, resilient heroine that has as much pull as he ...more
Descent gets all the stars from me!
🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 and more!
All I can say is that I want more from this legendary couple. I did not want this book to end. EVER.
Hayden is ever the alpha a-hole with so many depths, some hidden others apparent. Persephone is a strong, resilient heroine that has as much pull as he ...more
I love Hades and Persephone's story. It is dark and sexy with a little twist. I hated Hades in the beginning but soon learned to love him. These two are made for each other, they just have to realize it. Well written. I did not want it to end.
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Wow! Pulled into a web of lies and secrets! Persephone and Hayden, together find the truth! Exciting and intense!
Absolutely could not put this book down! This book was full of angst-yet burning hot with so much chemistry between the two characters my kindle practically combusted. There was a lot going on-the dynamic was so elaborate and addicting, it’s easy to see why This authors books are unputdownable.
There are a lot of moving pieces of this story-and a lot gets revealed at the end. The whole book is woven so perfectly together, that I was practically on the edge of my seat the whole time. Emotions ran ...more
There are a lot of moving pieces of this story-and a lot gets revealed at the end. The whole book is woven so perfectly together, that I was practically on the edge of my seat the whole time. Emotions ran ...more
Absolutely head over heels in love with this book. Wow. Each book Natasha writes gets better and better. I loved the angst between Hayden and Persephone. The push and pull and how they gave as hard as they got...MAN. AND THE SEX. The sex scenes were so hot.
Hades (Hayden) was just MAGNIFICENT. He was perfection wrapped up in a bow. And Percy (Persephone) was fierce and not a scared little mouse like you see in some books. She was made just for him I swear. There were so many twists and turns. I ...more
Hades (Hayden) was just MAGNIFICENT. He was perfection wrapped up in a bow. And Percy (Persephone) was fierce and not a scared little mouse like you see in some books. She was made just for him I swear. There were so many twists and turns. I ...more
Jan 21, 2020
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3 ⭐️
Dark Romance (mafia setting)
Enemies to lovers-revenge driven-“business”deal
Standalone
First person, Double POV
HEA? Yes
Descent is a short retelling of Hades and Persephone Myth. I love Natasha Knight and, as always, her writing style was wonderful. The plot was interesting but I have to say..descent follows the same line as all the other NK books..after reading 5/6 books with the same trope I would have liked something different and refreshing. This novel was too short with a rushed end and t ...more
Dark Romance (mafia setting)
Enemies to lovers-revenge driven-“business”deal
Standalone
First person, Double POV
HEA? Yes
Descent is a short retelling of Hades and Persephone Myth. I love Natasha Knight and, as always, her writing style was wonderful. The plot was interesting but I have to say..descent follows the same line as all the other NK books..after reading 5/6 books with the same trope I would have liked something different and refreshing. This novel was too short with a rushed end and t ...more
3.5 Stars
Descent is a contemporary dark romance written by author Natasha Knight and I liked it, but I have to say it's not her favorite book of hers.
The story is dark, catchy, addictive and very well written. The characters are intriguing and each page wanted to understand the reason behind Hades's actions.Persephone is a strong, brave character who despite being in a difficult situation has never bowed her head to Hades. Hades is a character that I found mysterious and little by little I was ...more
Descent is a contemporary dark romance written by author Natasha Knight and I liked it, but I have to say it's not her favorite book of hers.
The story is dark, catchy, addictive and very well written. The characters are intriguing and each page wanted to understand the reason behind Hades's actions.Persephone is a strong, brave character who despite being in a difficult situation has never bowed her head to Hades. Hades is a character that I found mysterious and little by little I was ...more
PHENOMENAL! Holy twists and turns Batman! Another epic, suspenseful story crafted and woven so brilliantly by this fantastic Author. No one does dark and suspenseful like Natasha Knight! I absolutely loved this story and the possessive alpha! Looking forward to the next brilliant work Ms. Knight crafts for her readers.
I love reading a Natasha Knight book. I know I will get a suspenseful, page-turning and somewhat dark read. This is no different and I was pulled in by the mystery and by the darkness and secrets that veiled all of the characters.
There are secrets, lies and cover ups that surround one tragic incident from everyone’s past.
This was a fast read that I eagerly read in one sitting.
I wanted more from this story though. I wanted to know more about Haden’s sister. What were her motives? Why did she do w ...more
There are secrets, lies and cover ups that surround one tragic incident from everyone’s past.
This was a fast read that I eagerly read in one sitting.
I wanted more from this story though. I wanted to know more about Haden’s sister. What were her motives? Why did she do w ...more
Are you craving for a dominating, over bearing, arrogant, super possessive and uber delicious alpha man? I have a perfect recommendation for you! Descent by Natasha Knight. This gritty, twisted, deviant and suspenseful story is the answer to your every question!
Persephone Abott's life is falling apart. Her father is in vegetarian state after a major accident. They are almost broke. And Hayden Montgomery enters her distressed life right then. He offers her a deal of devil. She can stay afloat and ...more
Persephone Abott's life is falling apart. Her father is in vegetarian state after a major accident. They are almost broke. And Hayden Montgomery enters her distressed life right then. He offers her a deal of devil. She can stay afloat and ...more
Apr 28, 2020
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Descent by Natasha Knight 🌻🌻🌻3/5
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🌷Persephone’s father suffers a tragic accident, leaving her in control of his business empire. However, Persephone soon discovers all is not as it seems with the company accounts and her family isn’t so financially stable after all.
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🦈Hayden Montgomery has always had an obsession with Persephone, his younger sister’s best friend, but he was not a fan of her father. When the opportunity arises to have her in his control, he pounced right away and offers her a de ...more
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🌷Persephone’s father suffers a tragic accident, leaving her in control of his business empire. However, Persephone soon discovers all is not as it seems with the company accounts and her family isn’t so financially stable after all.
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🦈Hayden Montgomery has always had an obsession with Persephone, his younger sister’s best friend, but he was not a fan of her father. When the opportunity arises to have her in his control, he pounced right away and offers her a de ...more
Whew! Descent was a GREAT read! It's a full-length stand-alone romance in the wold of the Benedetti Mafia. It's my favorite kind, a hate/love romance, full of heart-stopping revelations, thrilling action, and smoking hot chemistry! I loved the characters, they were so consuming! Once I started reading I just couldn't stop. There's a lot of bad blood between these characters, a great storyline. Percy and Hades have so much sexual tension it's absolutely intoxicating! I loved them so hard! Hades i
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Descent took me on a captivating dark ride and gave me all the feels. I enjoyed how the family secrets along with twist and turns made for one complicated and incredibly layered storyline.
Hayden and Persephone were amazing characters that held me riveted. Persephone was incredibly resilient, compassionate and stronger than she realized. Hayden was dark and mysterious but I truly loved his gentle and protective side that only Persephone was allowed to see. The chemistry between them was off the ...more
Hayden and Persephone were amazing characters that held me riveted. Persephone was incredibly resilient, compassionate and stronger than she realized. Hayden was dark and mysterious but I truly loved his gentle and protective side that only Persephone was allowed to see. The chemistry between them was off the ...more
Natasha was a new to me author and lord what did I discover! This book was everything and it was really hard to put it down.
The relationship between Hayden and Persephone was amazing and the retelling was perfect. These two made me feel so much it was unbelievable. I was not ready for their story to end. The relationship was very well developed and the fact that it was a dual point of view gave it so much more dimension.
The plot was good too and it went smoothly - the book was more character d ...more
The relationship between Hayden and Persephone was amazing and the retelling was perfect. These two made me feel so much it was unbelievable. I was not ready for their story to end. The relationship was very well developed and the fact that it was a dual point of view gave it so much more dimension.
The plot was good too and it went smoothly - the book was more character d ...more
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