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A review by zarelaeda
Drag Me Up by R.M. Virtues
emotional
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Mild spoilers
This was a recommended book from someone I follow and I walked into it knowing 2 things: it was Hades and Persephone and that the author wasn't white. I normally stay away from this particular pairing for retellings because it usually doesn't go well. This book changed my mind. To find a queer, Black and Brown, modern retelling with compassionate men who aren't afraid to show their love was not what I expected. I also didn't believe the sex scenes were going to be as detailed and delicious as they were, but here we are. I've been suggesting this book since I hit page 100 to everyone who will listen and I cannot wait to read the rest of the series.
This was a recommended book from someone I follow and I walked into it knowing 2 things: it was Hades and Persephone and that the author wasn't white. I normally stay away from this particular pairing for retellings because it usually doesn't go well. This book changed my mind. To find a queer, Black and Brown, modern retelling with compassionate men who aren't afraid to show their love was not what I expected. I also didn't believe the sex scenes were going to be as detailed and delicious as they were, but here we are. I've been suggesting this book since I hit page 100 to everyone who will listen and I cannot wait to read the rest of the series.