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A Game of Retribution by Scarlett St. Clair

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These books needed to be combined with split POV between Hades and Persephone. Going back to the beginning and repeating everything in Hades POV is not it. There’s so much going on that she is entirely unaware of, all while they’re both fighting about wanting better communication? What.

aspenlenore's review against another edition

3.0

I do like seeing the other side of the story and this book added more than the 1st Hades viewpoint. I think the sides could be combined but maybe that's just me. It definitely didn't hit as hard emotionally as from her point of view.

poisonedapple's review against another edition

3.5

adventurous emotional hopeful mysterious slow-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: No

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: No

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

jenjones83's review against another edition

5.0

adventurous dark emotional hopeful medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

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A Game of Retribution by Scarlett St. Clair is a gripping, emotional, and fiercely passionate dive into the mind of Hades—the enigmatic God of the Dead. Told entirely from his perspective, this book gives readers a raw and powerful look at a character often shrouded in mystery.

Scarlett St. Clair does an incredible job of balancing divine politics, mythological intrigue, and deep personal emotion. Hades is complex—equal parts ruthless ruler, devoted lover, and conflicted immortal. His inner battles, especially when it comes to love, loyalty, and justice, make him feel both godlike and deeply human.

The pacing is tight, the worldbuilding is rich with myth and magic, and the chemistry between characters is undeniable. It’s dark, romantic, and full of depth. This isn’t just a love story—it’s a story of redemption, identity, and the cost of power.

Whether you’re a mythology fan or just love character-driven fantasy with a bit of spice, A Game of Retribution delivers on every front.