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A review by emcroll
Neon Gods by Katee Robert
4.0
So, I jumped into "Neon Gods" by Katee Robert, and let me tell you, it's like a wild rollercoaster through a modern Olympus full of secrets. Imagine Persephone, a high-society gal, getting thrown into an unexpected engagement with the dangerous Zeus, yanking her into a life she wants no part of. She ends up making a deal with Hades, once thought to be a myth, kicking off a sinful and sweet tale of love and revenge.
Katee Robert takes the classic Hades and Persephone story and gives it a modern, dark twist that got me hooked. The world-building is pretty cool, showing Olympus and the underworld as different sides of a city, with mob-like feuds keeping things spicy. And oh boy, the steamy scenes? Intense doesn't even cover it. But it's not just about the physical stuff; Hades' character development and how he copes with growing feelings are surprisingly engaging. He's kinda precious in this version.
Yet, let's be real, the book goes all-in on the steamy side, with about 85% of the plot being romance scenes. I dig romance, but it got a bit too much, leaving me a bit worn out. Also, missing magical powers and a thin plot, along with not much world-building, felt like a missed chance. If they balanced out the conflicts, plot, and world-building, it could've been perfect. Still, "Neon Gods" is a steamy and unconventional take on a classic myth, totally worth a read. Rating it 3.75 stars and 4 chili peppers – a sinful delight with a side of bittersweet.
Katee Robert takes the classic Hades and Persephone story and gives it a modern, dark twist that got me hooked. The world-building is pretty cool, showing Olympus and the underworld as different sides of a city, with mob-like feuds keeping things spicy. And oh boy, the steamy scenes? Intense doesn't even cover it. But it's not just about the physical stuff; Hades' character development and how he copes with growing feelings are surprisingly engaging. He's kinda precious in this version.
Yet, let's be real, the book goes all-in on the steamy side, with about 85% of the plot being romance scenes. I dig romance, but it got a bit too much, leaving me a bit worn out. Also, missing magical powers and a thin plot, along with not much world-building, felt like a missed chance. If they balanced out the conflicts, plot, and world-building, it could've been perfect. Still, "Neon Gods" is a steamy and unconventional take on a classic myth, totally worth a read. Rating it 3.75 stars and 4 chili peppers – a sinful delight with a side of bittersweet.