The Queen & The King by Jeanette Rose and Alexis Rune is a captivating Hades and Persephone retelling with a fresh twist. The chemistry between the leads is intense, and the world-building is rich and immersive. The writing style is engaging, balancing romance, mythology, and intrigue well. While some pacing issues slow the story in parts, the character development and tension keep you hooked. A solid 4 stars—dark, seductive, and a must-read for mythology lovers.

The Queen & The King by Alexis Rune and Jeanette Rose is an absolute gem in the world of Greek mythology retellings. If you’re a fan of mythology and romance, especially with a twist, this book is for you! The way the authors reimagine the relationship between Hades and Persephone is one of the best I’ve encountered, and it has quickly become one of my favorite takes on their story.

What really sets this retelling apart is how Persephone is portrayed—not as the typical timid or passive character that other books often make her out to be, but as a strong, bold, and confident "baddie" in her own right. She stands her ground and is unapologetically powerful. Hades, in contrast, is utterly captivated by her, obsessed with her in a way that feels intense and all-consuming, making their dynamic absolutely electric.

I adore Greek and Roman god retellings, and I’ve read a lot of them, but this one takes the crown as my absolute favorite. The blend of romance, mythology, and character development in The Queen & The King is incredible, and I can’t recommend it enough for anyone who loves these kinds of retellings.

This was bittersweet. Because this is the final of this series and while the second book, didn’t stand out, both Persephone and Hades grew up in this. They went from teenagers to pre-adults :P.
I love the way the author wrote about Hades’ pain. While it dominated a lot of the book, it was beautifully written.
And finally the love between Hades and Persephone became stronger and mature, with much less miscommunication.
I like how the story was nicely wrap, while giving me angsty responses.
Thank you so much NetGalley for this ARC!

Demeter was really scary! She’s trying to cheat fate all because she just doesn’t like hades. Fighting against fate can only make it happen faster.

I didn’t like the amnesia and separation. It’s the last book and just felt so unnecessary!!

The book wasn’t too bad but it wasn’t great either. I am grateful to have been able to read this thanks to NetGalley!!

**A Dazzling Tale of Power, Passion, and Intrigue**

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Jeanette Rose and Alexis Rune’s *The Queen & The King* is a spellbinding novel that perfectly balances romance, political intrigue, and epic storytelling. From the very first page, this book transports you to a richly imagined world where love and power collide in the most captivating ways.

The authors have created a vivid and immersive setting, filled with courtly drama, dangerous alliances, and breathtaking twists. The world-building is exquisite, with every detail meticulously crafted to draw readers into the high-stakes lives of the characters.

The Queen and King themselves are unforgettable—a dynamic duo whose fiery chemistry and complex relationship drive the story forward. Their journey, filled with passion, sacrifice, and moments of vulnerability, is as compelling as the intricate plot that surrounds them.

The writing is elegant and evocative, seamlessly blending action, romance, and emotional depth. The pacing keeps you hooked, with every chapter unraveling new layers of the story while building toward a satisfying and impactful climax.

*The Queen & The King* is a masterpiece of storytelling that will appeal to fans of romance, fantasy, and political intrigue alike. Jeanette Rose and Alexis Rune have delivered a novel that is both heart-pounding and deeply moving. This is a must-read for anyone who loves complex characters, rich world-building, and a love story that burns brightly amid the chaos. Highly recommended!

Persephone no longer has her memories, and it's up to Hades to help her remember who she is, but also who he is. What they are. And how they can save one another.

[This is a combined series review for books 1 to 3.]

It took me forever and a day to read this series-- and I was mistaken. I wish I'd read this sooner. I really enjoyed this one!

Also, I apologize that my review references "The Other Series" so heavily, but it colored my reading experience with *this* series, and made it better in the end.

Unfortunately, before I started this series, I tried reading a *very popular trad series with a similar premise* that I ended up disliking so badly that book 1 was a DNF, It completely colored my experience with these specific elements. I did not want to try anything else. However, this series turned out to be everything I had wanted That Other Series to be, and nothing like what had disliked.

By contrasts, in this series the characters read adult and mature in their behavior-- so important to me as a reader! (And I don't mean spice-wise, though that was satisfying.) The premise felt believable and engaging enough that I was willing to "go with it". (Ancient gods, but modern world, often a hard sell for reader me.) The plot was intriguing and the way the various relationships developed kept me reading all the way through the three books. As I said before, I really enjoyed it, all of them. So to the authors a heartfelt *thank you* for giving back to this reader a little something that an unsatisfying book had taken away. <3

Even though I have to admit that this book was my least favorite of this series, I have really enjoyed this series, as a whole.

If I had to state why this one was my least favorite, it would be that the plot felt a little disjointed to me, and it also dragged a bit towards the middle. I still enjoyed it enough to keep reading, though, and I found the conclusion to be satisfying. I plan on finishing the novella next (because I just love Mellie & Helios--they're nuts, lol).

While I wouldn't say these books were necessarily favorites of mine, I'll always be grateful that I read them because they offered an entertaining escape when I really needed that. I so enjoyed reading this Hades & Persephone retelling, and one of the things I did really enjoy in this particular volume was watching them fall in love all over again in a different way, if you will.

All in all, you can't beat these books if you're looking for a quick, fun & smutty Hades x Persephone story!

This was a very good ending to their story! The action and the suspense was amazing. Watching them fall in love all over again was what was needed to make their relationship all the more special.

If I give it anything, it’s surely different than the first two books.

I was on the fence before, but I know now that this series is just not for me.

This book brought the Hades & Persephone trilogy to a satisfying close with a unique and captivating twist on the myth. I found the character development of Persephone to be much stronger in this installment, which made her journey more compelling. It’s definitely the steamiest book of the series, ramping up the intensity compared to the previous slow burns. The pace of the story felt quicker, but I think that’s because I was used to the slower build in the first two books. Overall, it was an entertaining and engaging conclusion that kept me eager to see how it would all wrap up.

Three books and it's the end of the series.

The first book I really enjoyed, the second book eh, this one was alright.

Book three picks up right where book two left off.

I will say Hades is super sweet and this is the man we have been waiting for to come out (first half of the book).

Eventually Persephone comes around and becomes the character that we were all hoping she would be.

Easy read, easy series.

Thank you NetGalley and publisher for my DRC.

I thought this was very good and I will have to add this to the shop shelves. Thank you for the chance for us to review.

Thank you NetGalley for the eArc copy of this book for an honest review!

'God of the Dead. King of the Underworld. The Unseen. The Renowned...The Glorified Babysitter'

I love when I have access to a complete series 😅 cause it means I don't have to wait for the next book to come out.

These books were enjoyable enough. It felt familiar, as there have recently been many similar experiences. But that train of thought aside, I think it still was an enjoyable read.

If you are a fan of Greek myths and enjoy a good retelling. Than this is a decent book to delve into.



3/5

I adore this series and I absolutely celebrate this duo. I am looking forward to more to come! This book broke my heart and then cradled me in its arms gently after. It hurt me and healed me at the same time.

What a heart wrenching beautiful way to end this story! Will definitely read this series all over again!

Takes place after the mistress and the renowned
Persephone is back with her mother and doesn't remember any of her time in the underworld.
Hades dream walks to try to get her to remember him

It wasn’t my most favorite but so much spice that I enjoyed reading it anyways. I love a good hades retelling.

I really enjoyed reading this series!! It gave me such joy and was well written. I would definitely recommend this to friends and family.

please note that the trigger warnings and topes/themes may contain spoilers
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
HEA: HEA
POV: dual 1st person POV
spice: many open-door spicy scenes
TWs: abuse, non-consensual body mutilation, emotional abuse, gore, manipulation, portrayal of mental illness, attempted sexual assault, torture, violence
Kinky Content: anal, biting, double penetration, “eyes on me”, grinding, marking, oral, praise, prehensile magic play, spanking, triple penetration
standalone: book 3 of Love and Fate series
final thoughts: this book broke my heart and put it back together. I love a morally dark MMC who would burn the world for his FMC while being soft just for her.
This was another huge twist and plot change from book 2 (just like book 2 was for book 1) that kept me guessing, nervous, and giddy.
Persephone is a badass who gets to know herself all while fighting an internal battle and falling in love with Hades all over again.
The side characters, once again, make this book amazing. I’m excited to read the novella of Mellie and Helios since it takes place during the same timeframe as The Queen & The King.
A great wrap-up but I didn’t want their story to finish!

read this book if you love
🤕 amnesia
🔎 adventure
⛓️ BDSM
🫡 big MMC
💵 billionaire
🤩 curvy FMC
🖤 dark romance
🥵 dirty talk
💬 epistolary
🍆 fancy peens
💞 fated mates
🎣 fish out of water
😳 forbidden lovers
🏝️ forced proximity
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 found family
🧑‍🤝‍🧑 great side characters
🤫 hidden secrets
🩹 hurt/comfort
😏 kinky
🗺️ long distance relationship
🪄 magic
💍 “my wife”/”my husband”
❓ mystery
🥰 nicknames
🔀 opposites attract
😜 jealous, possessive MMC
💖 paranormal romance
🌀 plot twists
🙏 praise
📖 retelling
👤 shadow daddy
🐺 shifters
💓 slowburn
🔮 supernatural creatures- gods, goddesses, demons
🤓 “teach me”
☠️ “touch her and die”
😠 “who did this to you?”
🌍 world building