65 pages 2 hours read

Katee Robert

Neon Gods

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021

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Before You Read

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Super Short Summary

Neon Gods by Katee Robert is a modern retelling of Greek myths set in the city-state of Olympus, where Persephone Dimitriou flees an unwanted betrothal to Zeus and seeks sanctuary with Hades in the lower city. They form a strategic alliance that grows into a deep romantic and sexual relationship, challenging their initial misconceptions and navigating power dynamics as they confront their mutual enemies.

Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

Neon Gods by Katee Robert reimagines the Hades and Persephone myth in a modern, darkly romantic setting. Reviewers praise its steamy romance and strong character chemistry. However, some critique the predictable plot and occasionally clichéd dialogue. Overall, it appeals to fans of erotic romance seeking a fresh twist on classic mythology.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Neon Gods?

Readers who enjoy modern romance with a mythological twist will savor Katee Robert's Neon Gods. Fans of Sarah J. Maas's A Court of Thorns and Roses series and Scarlett St. Clair's A Touch of Darkness will appreciate this steamy retelling of Hades and Persephone's tale, blending seductive intrigue with a contemporary edge.

RecommendedReading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre

Romance

Fantasy

Mythology

Themes

Identity: Femininity

Identity: Gender

Identity: Sexuality