Scarlett St. Clair

Hades, God of the Underworld, is known for his inflexible rule, luxurious night clubs, and impossible bargains. Used to control, he is not prepared to discover the Fates have chosen his future wife and Queen-Persephone, Goddess of Spring.Despite her attraction to the god, Persephone, an ambitious journalism student, is determined to expose Hades for his cruel and ruthless ways.Hades finds himself faced with the impossible-proving his future bride wrong. Regardless of his efforts, there are forces who wish to keep the two apart and Hades comes to realize he will do anything for his forbidden love, even defy Fate.

A Game of Fate

Scarlett St Clair

Sophia

“Don’t ruin this for me. I might be dreaming, but I’m about to live out one of my top five fantasies—”

Hades slapped the god, who looked shocked. “This isn’t a dream, Hermes.”

They stared at one another, and in the silence, Hades raised a brow. “Top five, huh?”

Hermes lifted his chin and cleared his throat. “What did you need?"

“First, I think we can agree that neither one of us will disclose what goes on here tonight?”

The god’s eyes widened, and his mouth fell open. “Oh my gods, I really am dreaming.”

But Persephone, she had the ability to create life.

He could sense it within her, the powerful core of her being, caged by disbelief.

There would come a day when flowers would bloom in her presence, when her breath would call the wind, when her tears would turn to storms. She would shake the earth and build kingdoms from the rubble.

And he would stand by and watch—a husband, her king.

There was a beat of silence where Hades wrestled with every demon inside him. This fear was irrational, but it told him something important.

If the Fates did take her away, the world would not survive.

They have to end up happy together by the end of the series

“She asked Zeus for a divorce. He will not grant it.”

“Is that what you want?” Hades asked. “A divorce?”

He watched the god’s profile—the way his jaw clenched and his fingers curled at the sound of the word.

The God of Fire looked at Hades then, his brows drawn together, and there was a sincerity within his eyes Hades had never perceived before. “I want her to be happy.”

She probably thought her invitation to tour his realm would be revoked after her behavior, but it was important, now more than ever. It was the only way she would see him for who he was.

I think Hermes is my fav character in the series haha

Hades glared at Hermes, who was now holding a cattle prod. Suddenly, it sparked, making a terrible clicking sound. The god yelped and dropped it immediately.

Hades raised a brow. Sometimes, it was hard to remember that Hermes was actually a skilled warrior.

“What?” he challenged. “It scared me!”

Mari🦇 🤎🗡️

Persephone had changed him. She had made him want things he'd never wanted before, like a life that offered a little more simplicity. He wanted walks and picnics and burnt cookies. He wanted to laugh and to never go to bed alone again.

ZEUS IS SUCH A FREAK IM HERE FOR THE SLANDER 

Hades had no doubt it was one of several things women wanted, and among them, freedom to exist without worrying about predators like Zeus.

"Helios can threaten darkness all he likes, but he forgets that I am the darkness. It answers to me."

He was not doing a good job focusing on the words coming out of her mouth. The only one he really heard was we, and she kept using it.

The fact that he’s talking about the sound of Minthe’s voice!! And she was so delulu about him lmaoooo

"Lord Hades?" His teeth felt as if they would shatter. He had never hated a sound so much in his life. 

Makes no sense I’d like to live in a castle in an ancient realm and she’s SQUANDERING it 

He did not understand. Why was she building this mundane life in the Upperworld, when she could have anything? Everything?

The God of the Dead, hopeful for love, and yet he could not help it. 

Would he encounter this every time they discussed past loves? If so, the conversation would get old very fast.

Discover the enthralling fantasy world of gods and mortals in bestselling author Scarlett St. Clair's reimagined New Greece. Readers are "hopelessly addicted" to the story of Hades and Persephone told from Hades's point of view. "Take her, and I will destroy this world. Take her, and I will destroy you. Take her, and I will end us all." Hades, God of the Underworld, is known for his inflexible rule, luxurious night clubs, and impossible bargains. Used to control, he is not prepared to discover the Fates have chosen his future wife and Queen—Persephone, Goddess of Spring. Despite her attraction to the god, Persephone, an ambitious journalism student, is determined to expose Hades for his cruel and ruthless ways. She defies him at every turn, even as the attraction between them explodes. Hades finds himself faced with the impossible—proving his future bride wrong. Regardless of his efforts, there are forces who wish to keep the two apart and Hades comes to realize he will do anything for his forbidden love, even defy Fate.

Kacey Plunkett

“… But you are desperate to be loved and believe yourself unlovable.” -Hades

DAMN! This is a great quote from the back cover of the book!

Brooke Barnett

TAKE HER, AND I WILL DESTROY THIS WORLD. 

Hades with his dogs is fucking adorable!!!

A Touch of Darkness from Hades POV - with new scenes! Hades, God of the Underworld, is known for his inflexible rule, luxurious night clubs, and impossible bargains. Used to control, he is not prepared to discover the Fates have chosen his future wife and Queen-Persephone, Goddess of Spring.Despite her attraction to the god, Persephone, an ambitious journalism student, is determined to expose Hades for his cruel and ruthless ways.Hades finds himself faced with the impossible-proving his future bride wrong. Regardless of his efforts, there are forces who wish to keep the two apart and Hades comes to realize he will do anything for his forbidden love, even defy Fate.

Hilde 

Kris Felger

There are so many retellings of Hades and Persephone its hard to keep up at this point so I’ll keep it as short as i can.

The book did a good job at world building and even building characters. I feel like some authors really struggle with giving the Gods different personalities but this book did that well. I feel like Hades’ character development was written well too, overall I enjoyed that aspect of things. 

then, we meet Persephone. Id like to say I don’t like her character for specific reasons, but I truly don’t have any. we were given nothing to know about her besides the fact that she was blonde and a journalist. I wouldn’t go as far to say that her character was annoying, but she was riding that line. Its not until the very end of the book that we learn basic things about her. Its really frustrating when the entire book they’re supposed to be falling in love yet the readers are given nothing to work with. I havent read Persephone’s book yet, so hopefully it clears things up and i see more of that. ultimately I wish we could have seen more of Hades & Persephone actually interacting, instead of the plot-line with a random mortal I had troubles caring about.

Mackenzie Turner

I recently got into Hades x Persephone retellings and have became obsessed with them! The spiciness has me blushing lol! Very much recommend this book! I also really love the his and her point of views. Those are honestly my favorite types of books!

taryn

Does more spice mean more stars? Yes, for me in this case it does.

Cindy McKee

Hades POV

Well here’s everything that was happening behind the scenes of ATOD and Persephone’s story. It’s interesting to see what was going on with Hades as the two fall in love. I love Hecate and Hades relationship, and Hermes being his mischievous self ( especially when he gets summoned to help Hades dress for his casual evening with Sephy- pure gold!)

Miralis Davis

My love for Scarlett St Clair books is no secret. I read ATOD (hades x persephone saga), when I heard Hades had a POV, I thought, well I don’t necessarily need to read them… boy was I WRONG! My husband badgered me about reading Hades POV and I am SO happy I did. Reading what Hades was up to and how he pictured Persephone and how she made him feel 😍🥵

Hades is the morally grey ancient man of my dreams 🫡

Loved reading Hades’ perspective bc you get so much more insight to the lore and politics and the relationships between the different gods and goddesses. This was a very fun read. 

Hades is the morally grey ancient man of my dreams 🫡

Loved reading Hades’ perspective bc you get so much more insight to the lore and politics and the relationships between the different gods and goddesses. This was a very fun read. 

Taylor Arevalo

Faith Kitowski

why am i addicted to these hades and persephone retellings?

I really don't know what to rate this book? It isn't my favourite, but it wasn't the worst book either.

Katherine

Totally worth it to read hades’ perspective, but I still loved Persephone’s account 

Katie Buchanan

a very lovely book, wonderful showing of hades pov 

Cara M Gilbert

Michaela

Menthe is absolutely hilarious. Like girl... chill

Molly Morgan

When I got this from the library I didn't realize this was "A Touch of Darkness" from Hades perspective. I think I missed out on half of the story because of not having read the other series.

Even though this is the case, I enjoyed this book. I loved how OBSESSED Hades was with Persephone. 10/10 hotness.

I loved being able to see the relationship from Hades side. It added a layer of complexity to their connection. 

Quinn Sparacino 

Marchelle

3.5/5 Rating. 

"Because I feared exposing the truth of my heart—that I have always desired to love and be loved"

I like that is was from hades pov. It gave you an insight of why he felt the why he does. 

Jordan Allison 

Catarina Vieira

POV do Hades o que é muito bom para entender mais sobre os deuses e as suas reuniões. Para além de ter muito mais Hermes e Hecate que são só as melhores personagens secundárias de sempre. É bom mas em termos de história, não é super diferente de ATOD mas é muito mais divertido e fluido de ler, acho que enriquece muito - acho que até prefiro a versão dele.

Victoria Drake

I’m going to be honest, if you’re reading this book for a plot line… walk away. Put it down. If you’re reading this for the smut and the constant talk of wanting to dick Persephone down, this is the book for you. 😉

Megan Lowe

This was a super interesting book. I was particularly fascinated by the parallel storyline’s that were going on even though Persephone had no idea.
I also really enjoyed getting to know hades more and getting his point of view.
Hercate and Hermes were incredible, I love Hermes so much!

kris

Meg (megschapters)

I was very pleasantly surprised by this book, I really enjoyed it and it was interesting to see what Hades was up to In between his interactions with Persephone from the first book, I loved the exploration of Orpeheus and Eurdyice and the play on the King of Corinth, and even the hint of Helios. I can't wait for a Hephastus and Aphrodite book, I hate the way aphrodite just won't admit her feelings for her husband...

 I really enjoyed this and I can't wait to read the next one. As always the spice is 🌶🌶🌶 and I will always be a fan of Scarletts writing 💕

Charlee Boone

Hades is everything. Loved hearing a little more of this lovestory.

Julia R. Santos 

Very entertaining! I lived for the Hades/Hecate exchanges and got lots of insight into some subplots that were more interesting than I expected!

A Game of Fate

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