4/5 Stars

Thank you to Sourcebooks Cascablanca and Dreamscape Media for providing me with an arc to read and review.

I love Katee Robert and I love the dark olympus series so I was excited to get advanced copies of book 6 in the series. This is a couple I have been waiting for as it is Eurydice, Charon, and Orpheus with so much groveling and redemption. While this series started out as interconnected standalones at this point I do personally feel it should be read in order as there is a lot of plot going on as well as the romance. I love that and I really can’t wait to see how it continues but it is something to be aware of.

Eurydice has always been the baby sister and she wants to be able to step out of that role and into who she truly is which she hasn’t been able to do yet. But after what happened with Orpheus she wants to do something to help Olympus and give herself a purpose. Orpheus has been lost in the wind since what happened with Eurydice, he has been cut off from his brother’s money, lost his friends, lost his art, and lost the woman he loved. He wants to at least apologize and show how much guilt he feels about what happened to her and he is willing to do this however she wants. Charon never expected to fall for his boss’s sister-in-law but here he is and he is willing to do anything to show how much he cares for her even if that means reaching out to the man who hurt her in the first place.

I thought book 5 was messy… nooo this is so wonderfully messy. We see Orpheus and Eurydice deal with what happened in Neon Gods finally and they both have a lot to process from that and understand. We then add in Charon who is head over heels for Eurydice but also feels a lot for Orpheus even though he thought he would hate him. All three of them grow so much to get to the point of forgiveness and understanding and figuring out how to make this relationship work.

I can’t wait to see what happens going forward as we are starting to see all the pieces come together and it is gonna be epic. I recommend this series if you want a series of interconnected books that don’t end with massive cliffhangers but do continue a central plot with spicy romance and Greek mythology inspiration.

I really liked the audiobook and the narrators Zara Hampton-brown and Alex Moorcock were amazing. I switched back and forth between an ebook, the audio, and a physical but the audio got me really invested and the narrators were engaging.

I enjoyed this story. It's interesting the dynamics that we get to see and the smut was great as always.

The politics are getting more complicated but still interesting and I can't wait to see what happens to this place at the end of this series.

I absolutely loved this book. I’m going to be honest, I started the Dark Olympus series but I was not caught up when I read this book. However, I did read Stone Heart and Neon Gods so I did have some background on the characters. Charon had caught my attention ever since I read Stone Heart so to be finally reading a book on his story made me so excited and it did not disappoint. Charon’s confessions to Eurydice made me swoon so hard and reading his perspective throughout the novel made it hard to put the book down (clearly he was my favourite). I did not read all the books leading up to Midnight Ruin, but I was glad to see how much Eurydice’s character had developed since Neon Gods. She was not the fragile little sister that she had been made out to be in Neon Gods and was now able to stand on her own and I loved that for her. Orpheus was a bit of a surprise. I’m sure I missed out on some vital information by not reading all the books, but a part of me did not expect him to be a part of this couple as I did not read the excerpt of the book before reading - not that I’m complaining because I loved the way that this had played out. I loved that Orpheus and Eurydice had a chance to talk amongst themselves about the events that had transpired over the past year and were able to come to some sort of agreement in a way on how to proceed with themselves and with Charon. This book was spicy (and the spice was very well written) yet it didn’t focus solely on the three main characters and their relationship, which I enjoyed. I love when authors add in more plot to the storyline to make things more interesting. This book was 4.5/5 stars for me and I cannot wait to finish reading this series and seeing where Katee takes the story in the next instalments.

Thank you so much to Katee and NetGalley for an ARC of this book in exchange for my review.

I love me some Katee Robert and her decadent retelling of Greek gods and their fantasies. Brought back to the world of Hades with the story of Charon, Eurydice and Orpheus I was not disappointed in the heat or the story. And finally figuring out some of the mystery about who is targeting the 13 was an added bonus. Looking forward to the next installment.

This series just always hits the spot. Definitely have to be in the right mood to read it. But it's always fun

This series has been hit or miss for me, but I keep powering through because I really want to know how the series plot arc concludes. This is a triad romance featuring Eurydice Dimitriou, Charon Ariti, and Orpheus Makos. If you are all caught up on the series, then you already know the history between the three–but most especially between Eurydice and Orpheus. Charon makes his entrance into Eurydice’s life later on when Hades appoints him her protector.

As with any Katee Robert romance, this is a very, very, very dirty book. There isn’t a whole lot of build up to the relationship between the three, which didn’t really bother me since there was development in previous installments. Think instalust, with instalove shortly behind. What I will say is that I expected groveling on the part of Orpheus, because of course any romance reader would after the way he behaved in the past and the hurt Eurydice suffered by his actions, but I was kind of taken aback by the puppy play. I mean, it’s for a short amount of time in the beginning of the threesome, but… not my kink.

This felt like a bridge book, with a whole lot of sex and relationship filler thrown in while advancing the overall series plot. Readers do learn the identity of Minos’s benefactor and why the barrier is failing. Hades finally shuts down the lower city in order to protect his people. Hera makes an appearance, and there are also some developments in Ariadne and the Minotaur’s relationship. Which is nice since their book is up next.

I will definitely be reading the next book in the series. I simply have to find out how they fix the barrier, and I really can’t wait to get to Hera and Zeus’s story.

Eurydice finally gets her story told in the Dark Olympus saga. She's fled the upper city of Olympus to nurse her wounds with Charon, Hades' second in command. She's forgotten about Orpheus and ready to move on until Charon goes and invites Oroheus to the lower city, because reasons. In the mean time the secret nemesis behind the assassinations of the 13 is revealed and tries to draw out Hades.

It took me a minute to get into the story because Robert's characters all sound so vapid and similar. The bedroom scenes were kind of spicy but over all this threesome wasn't that memorable or unique.

Sadly, this was. my least favorite of the Dark Olympus series so far. I'm not here to yuck anyone's yum, but this specific relationship dynamic isn't my thing.

The 6th addition to the Dark Olympus series is here and I've been waiting for this specific storyfor SO long. Here's the breakdown:

At some point before the beginnning of the 1st book in the series (aka Neon Gods, which is the Persephone X Hades coupling of this world), our FMC Eurydice is betrayed by her then-boyfriend, Orpheus. We don't know what actually happened, but this ordeal is mentioned in every book, even before we officially meet Orpheus as a character. Whatever did happen was B A D and Eurydice was shattered with a capital "S" because she has since cut contact with Orpheus in favor of hiding out with her sister Persephone. LITERALLY the whole world knows her business so...big sheesh.

As it happens, Charon (our male lead #1) was also introduced in NG as Hades' right-hand man and makes sporadic cameos throughout the series; we usually catch him actively hovering near Eurydice so you just KNOW there's something cookin' with those two.

In Midnight Ruin, Orpheus (male lead #2) is feeling pretty rough about his actions toward Eurydice and is absolutely frothing at the mouth for a chance to apologize to her. Whatever happened is haunting both him and Eurydice and neither of them is able to move on. Charon knows this but accepts it until he doesn't, forcing them three of them to confront it all in their own special way...together.

I give the whole thing 3 stars. The series itself has been a rollercoaster of ups and downs and while the book didn't fall completely flat for me as other in the lineup have (I' looking at you, Radiant Sin), it wasn't a banger like Cruel Beauty was (definitely the strongest novel in terms of character interaction in my humble opinion).

This is my favorite book by Katee. Sometimes she’s hit or miss for me but my god when her book hits it really really HITS. I highlighted 90% of the book. I couldn’t tell you what character I loved more because to me one simply doesn’t exist without the other. This love story is forever etched in my brain and on my soul; as far as mythology goes it is now a canon event to me. I will be using it to alter history for my kids and their kids.

This series mixes mythology based retelling with political intrigue and spice so hot it will burn you (not joking 🔥🔥🔥). Now while I am not normally a fan of triads Katee Roberts makes me desperately need to read each instalment in this series.

Eurydice is still finding her feet in this world especially after being betrayed by her boyfriend Orpheus. She finally thinks to start new with Charon who has been her friend for the past year but needs closure with Orpheus. Well when she tries to get closure she realises she isn’t over him at all and the three have some extremely hot moments together……

While I understand Eurydice’s feelings for both Orpheus and Charon I have to admit that Orpheus and Charon’s feelings for each other don’t seem as believable. However, as much as I am reading this book for the romance I’m also reading it for the big story arc that is happening over the whole series and this book definitely delivered on that front! Can’t wait for the next instalment.

Unfortunately, I felt like this was another miss in the Dark Olympus series.

There was no advancement to the overarching plot until the end, and the only memorable scenes I can recall clearly are the spicy ones. Literally nothing happened in this book.

Thank you for an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review!

In Midnight Ruin we follow the story of Eurydice, sister of Persephone, now living and making her life in the lower city, where Hades reigns. Here she gets to know herself in various aspects of her life, yes, including the sexual one (this book IS spicy). We have a beautiful yet coddled (and because of that, uncomprehended) heroine, her best friend (the extra hot Head of Security of Hades, which already makes things complicated) and her ex, the artist that broke her heart.

Let's start with what I did like: I was so surprised at how open the author is concerning sexuality and gender fluidity, it's amazing to see the characters being not only accepted for their own preferences but just being a part of the community, no questions asked. Just existing and coexisting like the human beings that they are. This book is a big yes for the LGTBQ+ community, and I LOVE that.

Now, let's go with my personal opinion:

I am going to be honest. I didn't like it AT ALL.

At first I thought this was going to be a Greek retelling (if you've read Natalie Haynes' books or The Song of Achilles, you'll understand what I mean) BUT it couldn't be more different. Silly me, I didn't thought of checking before and I got surprised when I noticed this book is in fact the book number six of the Dark Olympus series. Honestly, silly me. I don't have anything against the series or even the author, it's just that it didn't appeal to me. It kind of reminded me of my first teenage books, because it reminds me (the vibes of it) of Beautiful Disaster. Yes, I know it's not the same. Yes, I know it doesn't compare. I just mean THE VIBES.

I thought it was going to be something completely different and that affected how I read the book, I struggled to come to terms with it. Still, I don't think it's a bad book, it just a book for me. I'd say you give it a chance, you never know and you might like it.

Thank you so much to Netgalley, Sourcebooks Casablanca and Katee Robert for giving me a free digital copy of this book to review.

Thank you, Netgalley, the author, and Sourcebooks Casablanca for the gifted e-book! ❤️ #gifted. My review is comprised of my honest thoughts.

Read this book if you like: Multiple POV, second chances, LGBTQ representation, Polyamory

Honestly, I don't know. They weren't living up as a triad to me. I didn't love the characters. The sex scenes were good. The plot was definitely lacking in this one. It was somehow both eventful and uneventful.

I have been excited for this one since Katee Robert announced it, and it did not disappoint!

This had by far been my favorite read in the series. I was a little skeptical about how the author was going to reconnect Eurydice and Orpheus but the ‘walk him like a dog’ energy was *chefs kiss* perfection. I am a sucker for groveling, particularly when coming from an MMC. My main issue for this one was, like the others in this series, the pacing. Everything happens really quickly, and I wish there would have been more time for the groveling before forgiveness. The ending also felt abrupt, as if there could have been more. I would still recommend this one though, and I am looking forward to the rest of the books in the series!

I have been reading this series since the first book came out and I am hooked. Midnight Ruin is the latest book in the series and it is as good as the first book. Spicy romance book that will not disappoint.

Midnight Ruin is the latest installment in Katee Robert’s Dark Olympus series. Eurydice Dimitrou, Demeter’s youngest daughter, gets her chance in the spotlight. She begins a polyamorous relationship with both Charon, Hades’ right hand man, and Orpheus, her ex.

Throughout the book, Eurydice blossoms into a “player” in Olympus politics. In the past books, she was a sad and quiet girl that everyone felt they needed to protect but now she has grown into her own person. She gets key information, figures out what she wants in her love life, and develops a new kink.

While the polyamorous relationships are beginning to feel a bit old and overdone in this series, we got a lot of new information in this novel for the overall series plot. I am looking forward to see how it progresses further in future books.

Thank you to NetGalley and Sourcebooks Casablanca for a copy of the book in an exhchange for an honest review.

Read if you like: friends to lovers, second chance romance, mythology retellings
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This is the sixth book in the dark Olympus series and it follows Eurydice, Charon and Orpheus as they navigate life in Olympus and the consequences of a fateful night one year ago. This was a fun, quick read and I am really enjoying this series. If you like romance mythology retellings then this series is for you!

Anytime I am looking for an engaging and hot escape, I pick up something from Katee Robert. I’ve read the Touch of Taboo series in its entirety, part of the Deal with a Demon and O’Malley series and her newest book, Hunt on Dark Waters. Every book is a good time. I got pulled into the Dark Olympus series with Neon Gods and have devoured every book since.

Midnight Ruin is the 6th book in the series, and I would highly recommend reading all the books in order to get the most out of this one. Technically. you could read this as a standalone, but there will be spoilers for earlier couples and previous plot points.

I really enjoyed Midnight Ruin and although I have liked the whole series, it stands out as one of the stronger books. Midnight Ruin felt more balanced, a more even split between suspense and smut.

The book follows Eurydice, Charon, and Orpheus; I think Katee has described them as a triad. There are 3 major tropes in this relationship:
-Charon & Eurydice (friends to lovers)
-Charon & Orpheus (insta-lust/love)
-Eurydice & Orpheus (second chance)

I really enjoyed the dynamic between Charon, Eurydice, and Orpheus. Charon just wants a chance with Eurydice and will take whatever he can get. Eurydice loves the strength and stability that Charon gives her; it is exactly what she needed to recover from her attack. Orpheus and Eurydice have a strong connection from the past and are having trouble letting it go. Charon reads as the group leader and caretaker of both Eurydice and Orpheus; he is thoughtful and commanding.

I really enjoyed the development of the political conflict in this book; some of the other books have been light on updates.

Overall, such an enjoyable read. I can’t wait for the opportunity to travel back to Olympus again with Dark Restraint in August. Thank you so much to Sourcebooks Casablanca for the early copy, all thoughts are my own.

I really enjoyed this book, and loved what it brought to the Dark Olympus series. In previous books, I felt like the polyamorous relationships were not as well ironed out as what I had hoped, and this book did everything I wanted and more. I loved the suspense and the action and feel that the pacing of the story was really well done. I also loved all of the spicier scenes and feel that each relationship was well thought out. I did not know I would like puppy play, but wow were those scenes written well. My only critique, a small spoiler for those who have not read it yet, is that Charon is not as close-minded about Orpheus as I had expected to me. This is not to say his actions and reactions were not welcomed, I just thought he would have been angrier and more guarded than he turned out to be. Other than that, I really loved this book and highly recomend it!