we are getting so close to the last two books now I'm to excited!

Once again, Katee has brought us an amazing read. it was both heartfelt and spicy and showed how not everyone wants the roles they are handed. but also showing that people just want to live in peace and not have anything stand in their way. I loved Poseidon and how even though he is portrayed as this big man he is actually very sweet and puts people first. icarus is so sassy and I love that for his character. I can wait and how this is all going to turn out.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

These books continue to be amazing! I love the story and the spice is wonderful! I adore this series and am head over heels for it. I want more books. 😊

Thank you to NetGalley and Sourcebooks for an ARC of this book. Special thanks to Katee Robert for writing a series that I have not been able to get enough of since I first picked up Neon Gods.
Sweet Obsession tells the story of Poseidon and Icarus, and while I was happy to fall back into Olympus, this book felt like filler. I wish there had been a bit more story to the MCs before all the steam. I ended up skimming the last quarter just to see where the book ended; hoping to get more set up for the book large fans of Dark Olympus are waiting for which is the story of Zeus and Hera.
This was sadly not my favorite.

It doesn't matter the story, if Robert is the author, I'm going to read it. This book was everything! Robert is an expert storyteller. I was intrigued and entertained throughout. Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for the arc of this book. Sweet Obession is book eight in the Dark Olympus series. To date I have loved everything written by Katee Robert and as I expected I loved this book. This is a dual point of view story about Poseidon and Icarus. This book picked up right where book seven ended. Icarus is Poseidon's captive. This book does an amazing job in telling the story of Poseidon and Icarus while moving forward the overall plot of what is happening in Olympus. This book has the spice and all the emotion. I cannot wait for the next book in this series.

Sweet Obsession is about to become your next uncontrollable obsession!

Prepare to be swept off your feet by Poseidon and Icarus, the ultimate power couple who will leave your heart racing and your pulse pounding. This dynamic duo is set to dominate the Dark Olympus series, and I’m already declaring them my absolute favorites.

As the endgame looms and the stakes get higher, Olympus is buzzing with tension. The threat of the big bad is closing in, and you’d think the Thirteen would be able to rally together, right? Wrong. Just like the rest of the series, political intrigue takes center stage, and in this world, trust is a luxury no one can afford. If you’re a fan of backstabbing, secret meetings, and all the shadiest characters plotting the shadiest moves, then you’re in for a wild ride. The twists and turns will have you on the edge of your seat. And let’s be real—I loved every deliciously treacherous moment of it!

The writing is flawless, and with seven books of buildup, this story is gearing up for the most epic conclusion in the series. But it’s Poseidon and Icarus who truly steal the show. Both of them have been shaped by their circumstances, but here, they’re finally reclaiming their power—and it’s nothing short of sizzling. The tension between them is as dark and dangerous as it gets, and those spicy scenes? Some of the hottest in the entire series!

If you're a Dark Olympus fan, you need to read this book. The characters, the plot, the heat—it all builds to one of the most addictive reads of the season. Don’t miss out on this explosive chapter. Check it out NOW!

I wasn't super invested in the ship (heh) and I almost wish the ending had been saved for the ending of the series because it feels like it spoils it a bit?

Basically, bring on Hera and Zeus, is what I'm saying.

Sweet Obsession by Katee Robert was stunning. I'm all aboard for the Posiedon and Icarus train! The storyline intensifies and I'm sitting on the edge of my seat.

I will admit, the last few books were harder for me to enjoy because of the couple dynamics. I learned a lot and was there for the storyline. This couple was much more in my comfort realm and scratched that itch. I am thrilled for the rest of this series and want to see these two happy 😊

If you haven't started the series, it's never too late! I really recommend reading the rest to understand what's going on, and maybe you'll find some dynamics you didn't even know you'd enjoy! 5/5 would recommend!

Finally, a Dark Olympus M/M!

Let's start with Poseidon. I would have liked a bit more background on him. A clearer picture of his family dynamic and what made him *him*. That lack of info aside, he was the perfect representation of someone who valiantly stuck to his morals. His lack of corruption is admirable, and it is very easy to see why Icarus fell so hard and so fast.

Icarus finally gets to be seen. I've had mixed feelings about this character since he entered the Olympian arena, and I'm so glad we got to watch him evolve with Poseidon's guiding heart.

The chemistry was palpable from the very beginning as well as believable. It doesn't have to take long to fall for a person who sees ALL of you. I love the communication that takes place between them. Even with all the self-doubts on questioning trustfulness, they're not afraid of talking or listening at the end of the day, and that's why it works for them.

The spice is TOP NOTCH, and the reverse D/s scenes are hot as fuck.

This one kept me guessing until the end, and I was honestly worried for my heart, but Katee never lets us down and wraps their HEA in a sparkly bow. That ending was DELICIOUS, so coated in sweetness it brought tears to my eyes. This is definitely one of my top 5 in the series.

I did note a couple of mispelled/grammatical errors but nothing that pulled me from the story.

First and foremost, Thank you Netgalley for this ARC! this book is one of my very anticipated reads of 2025 ever since i read “Dark Restraint”.
At first i was very hesitant about this particular story and couple because it’s Katee Robert’s first MM book, but I swear this author has the gift of writing that will make me read anything in one sitting. I love this series with my whole heart it’s one of my favorite series ever.
Character wise, I want to put Poseidon in my pocket and protect him forever, he’s truly too good for this world. he’s just a big guy with a big heart that this world doesn’t deserve.
ZeusHera cameos in this book, i legit screamed every time they appear, they’re my favorite characters and favorite couple in this series i genuinely can’t wait for their book.
Plot wise, i feel like a lot has happened but at the same time not much happened? i wanted to see shit going down but damn it’s taking its very sweet time doing so… I want to be in Circe’s head i can’t wait to see what her and her minions are planning.
Overall, this book was fun i liked it, but my excitement for book 9 which is ZeusHera increased x1000 times more after finishing this book, DEC 2025 needs to come faster!!!!! i need my babies RIGHT NOW!

“we’re on the brink of a fucking war and i’m worried about doing things that might put a little bit of light back into his dark-brown eyes.”₊ ⊹

my thoughts┊ugh i knew this was going to slap! technically more of a 4.5 in my brain, but i have no problem rounding it up to a 5 star for goodreads.

i’ve enjoyed this series so far, but it has felt like the past few books have been a bit of a let down for me. i’ve been more invested in the plot than the couple, which takes away an element of enjoyment. however, i was thoroughly invested in both the plot and the character dynamics with this book, and it hit soooo good. the dynamic between poseidon and icarus was completely different from what i was expecting/wanting, but it just felt so right for them that i wasn’t even mad about it. i loved the way that they cared for each other, and the development they both had individually but also as a couple was so fantastic. their communication skills!!!!!! on top. unmatched. love to see it.

the plot also had me literally biting my nails to the bit; things are picking up so much and i feel like a ticking time bomb waiting to see how everything unfolds. i don’t think i’ve ever been so invested in a political themed plot. this one just takes the cake, i swear.

also, i’m still a zeus/perseus fan til i die. looooved seeing more of his character in this, all the different facets he presents. i’m actually dying for his book!!!!!!!

I was so excited for this book, it was the most anticipated in the series. Per usual, Katee Robert knocked it out of the park!

Thank you NetGalley for this ARC.

This is book 8 in the Dark Olympus series - a series I have really loved.

This story follows Poseidon and Icarus in the first MM story from Katee Robert’s.

Since this is book 8 in the series this had a lot of of filler information and we are still building up to the finale fight because of this it did fall a little short for me as it focused mainly on the plot rather than just the love interests.

However, there were some really sweet and vulnerable moments between Poseidon and Icarus and I loved their chemistry. I will note this did take place over a few days so there was a bit of insta love.

I am so ready for Hera and Zeus’s story. I think it will be a really great enemies to lovers and 2nd to the last book in this series.

My favourite quote :

“But it’s not just lust; if it were, maybe I could control my reactions better. I want quiet meals while he decompresses from his day. I want him to show me around the shipping yard, to share all the things he very clearly loves. I want to spend my nights sprawled across his chest, feeling safer than I ever have. I want…everything. He proves just how good he is by pulling me into a hug that feels like maybe he really could press all my broken pieces back together with sheer determination and acceptance”

The plot in this book was really plotting and I am here for it making its way towards the end of the overarching Olympus plot. The romance is between Icarus and Poseidon and it's an insta lust captive/captor story. Right off the bat Poseidon is this Neuro divergent caring man who hates the way Icarus was treated as his captive. I enjoyed both of them though I felt at times that the romance was surface level. I liked seeing them care for each other outside of the bedroom and towards the end I was fully sold on the love. The most important thing I felt out of this book was Zeus and Hera and omg I am so excited for their book. Thanks to Sourcebooks Casa for this arc for an honest review.

I really liked Icarus and Poseidon's relationship, I would have loved if this book was longer and we got to see more of them. Wished we got to see more of the world building, because it sounded very cool, but the romance was still very good.
Thank you netgalley and the publisher for the arc.

Another great read from Katee Robert! I really liked Poseidon and Icarus' pairing. The angst and heat were perfect. One of my favorites of the series!

This story starts off immediately after the end of the last book with our two MMC: Poseidon and Icarus. The roles have flipped after Icarus tried to use Poseidon to get freedom for his sister and himself, and now Icarus is a captive of Poseidon. Most of Olympus is not a fan of Icarus as his father (Minos RIP) has caused a lot of hell for the Thirteen. Now that the barrier is down, Olympus must figure out what to do with Circe and her fleet that is awaiting in the bay. The book is a battle between should we go to war with Circe or not. And of course there is a little Hera and Zeus (their book is next) action as well that Poseidon gets tied into.

As Katee's first MM romance book, I think she knocked it out of the park. I loved that Poseidon was the sub in the relationship, with a kink for pain/punishment, even though he is the bigger of the two men. It was also really great to learn more about Poseidon as he was one of the few Thirteen that we really didn't know anything about as he kept to himself in the other books. He was a kind, gentle person, which threw Icarus off. I also enjoyed how Poseidon really saw Icarus and was able to call him out whenever he was trying to be manipulative (which really wasn't Icarus's fault as that was all he has known). Let's not forget the smut - Katee is chef's kiss one of the best smut scene writers.

What I liked about this book: Learning more about Poseidon and how soft and kind he is as a person, the relationship/dynamics between Icarus and Poseidon, the smut (Katee you are one of the greatest smut writers I have ever come across), all of the action in this book was well-paced and we were given great space in between for character development and relationship building.

What I didn't like: I'm not sure if this is going to be edited out, but in the descriptions of characters at time, it would just describe someone as black person or white person and I think this could be rephrased a little as it made me feel weird reading, also I'm a little sad that we are losing (not by death) so many characters (happy they are having happiness and freedom from the awful power hungry Thirteen), but we have lost Aphrodite, Hephaestus, now Poseidon - plus Ariadne and the Minotaur.

I wish this series wasn't ending in two more books because it is just that good.

Thanks Netgalley for the advanced copy in exchange for an honest review !

Ok I'm going to be honest and say I haven't read the majority of the books in the series. I skipped from like number 3 to this one.

Ok so I will say though that this was a good entry even though i missed the main story plots from other books. BUT i was able to catch up pretty quickly with no problems.

I will say that I loved Icarus and Poseidon and their love story even though I did feel like it went pretty quickly.

And now I might have to continue the series because I'm real real curious about the relationship between Zeus and Hera.
and hermes...

All in all, I give it a good solid 3.5/5. Maybe 3.75

Thank you to NetGalley for the Arc. All opinions are my own.

Thank you so much Netgalley for giving me this ARC in exchange of an honest review.

Actual rating 3.75⭐️

I missed this world so much after not reading Dark Restraint and after finishing this book I really have to go back and read it!!!
Sweet Obsession was such a good book and I missed these characters so much. Even if I liked Icarus and Poseidon, I loved seeing all those snippets with Zeus and Hera and I'm so intrigued about Hermes.

Another steamy installment in the Olympus series! The plot continued to move things along and I’m interested to see how it all comes to a head soon as the series will wrap up.