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Synopsis
Persephone's relationship with Hades has gone public and the resulting media storm disrupts her normal life and threatens to expose her as the Goddess of Spring. Hades, God of the Dead, is burdened by a hellish past that everyone's eager to expose in an effort to warn Persephone away. Things only get worse when a horrible tragedy leaves Persephone's heart in ruin and Hades refusing to help. Desperate, she takes matters into her own hands, striking bargains with severe consequences. Faced with a side of Hades she never knew and crushing loss, Persephone wonders if she can truly become Hades' queen.
A Touch Of Ruin: content & age rating
Intended for adult readers (18+).
This Greek mythology retelling contains explicit sexual content between Hades and Persephone, along with intense emotional conflict and manipulative relationship dynamics. The modern setting includes media scrutiny and personal tragedy.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, explicit sexual content, and moderate language. Content notes include emotional abuse, death, and grief (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Readers who love passionate Greek mythology retellings with complex relationships and modern twists will be captivated by Persephone's journey.