Thank you for the publisher for the ARC! I truly enjoyed the 8th installment in the Dark Olympus series. The relationship and attraction between Poseidon and Icarus was very sweet. However, compared to the last couple of books, this has been the most overall plot-driven in the series thus far. Since there are so many books to this series now, I would not recommend reading this one without the previous books in the series. As a reader, we are still trying to understand the world-building will Dark Olympus and I feel like it is finally coming together now. This book itself truly continues the overarching plot in the series but it definitely does not hinder on the relationship. The scenes are deliciously spicy and I loved every minute of it.

I am looking forward to more of the politics and war in the next book!

Another really strong entry in an amazing series. Icarus and Poseidon were yummy and beautifully intimate together. This definitely felt like a transition book that moved us closer to the endgame but did drag a bit. It had a bit more focus on the plot over the characters and their relationship than I usually like. It made their romance feel a little rushed. Still, I so deeply enjoyed reading about these two. The love and safety between them, the representation for people with bigger bodies, was all really beautiful.

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*Thank you NetGalley and the publisher and Katee for the advanced copy! My review and all opinions are 100% my own*

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Yet another banger from Katee! I DEVOUR everything she writes (seriously I’m 99% sure I’ve read her entire backlog) and the Dark Olympus series has been my love from the start with daddy Hades 😏.

The suspense around what is going to happen with Circe is killing me!! I so badly want Circe to be one of Hermes’ love interests?! I know that last book is going to be a banger and I can already tell the tension between Zeus and Hera is going to make me salivate. The plot be plotting in this book truly. Poseidon has been a bit of a mystery throughout the series, only mentioned as keeping to his own business, so who would have thought that he’d be such a gruff teddy bear? He’s strong as he has to be for his people, yet so soft on the inside. A true gem that must be protected at all costs. The hurt/comfort is what I would say is the main trope and it is executed so well in the physical pain, emotional comfort.

The thing I think I loved the most about Poseidon and Icarus’ dynamic is just the level of maturity and open communication when it mattered. Icarus being able to say “I’m fucking this up. Can we pause please?” when he’s pushed past his comfort zone and Poseidon just PAUSING. And letting Icarus come back in his own way and time, without either of them actually just deserting each other to avoid the discomfort?! Level 10 maturity and we love to see it. I did of course devour this in one day, and can’t wait for book 9, which is my most anticipated of this whole series!

Oh my gosh I adored this story so much!! As always Katee Robert does a fantastic job here of taking two compelling characters with their own individual hurts and showing why they make each other's lives better. Icarus and Poseidon really saw each other and it was so sweet to see them be fully appreciated by someone else. Icarus was such a guarded character who felt like he needed to scheme and I love when characters like that find someone so kind and good that they are completely disarmed. This book was both swoony and steamy in equal measure. The kink and power dynamic elements were handled masterfully. At no point did I feel like anyone was being taken advantage of which meant that I could just sit back and enjoy all the steam. I loved every second and I couldn't put it down.

I had only read one book in this series prior to starting but the author did a fantastic job of explaining what was going on with all the politics. As long as you understand the basic premise of the world I think you're good to jump right in (as long as you don't mind being spoiled about the overarching plot). There was a fair amount of scheming and plotting but it never distracted from the emotional development and honestly I think the stakes just enhanced the romance plot. I 100% recommend this story if you're looking for something easy to read but with a great deal of heart.

I have really been enjoying The Dark Olympus series and was super excited to receive and arc of the newest addition, Sweet Obsession.

Sweet Obsession follows Icarus and Poseidon as they navigate their captor-captee relationship with their mutual attraction towards one another, all while the looming threat of Circe looms over all of Olympus. The barrier has fallen and their enemies are right at their gates and yet all Poseiden can think about is the enemy in his charge and the way he makes him feel like no one else has before.

I can't wait for the next two installments in this series! I have a suspicion of who will star alongside Hermes in the final book, but first have to see how Hera's and Zeus' story shakes out. I can only image it will be an interesting enemies-to-lovers story!

KATEE ROBERT! MY FAVORITE HUMAN BEING (don't tell my partner or other authors) you have done it again.

This love story between Poseidon and Icarus was the perfect next storyline in this series. The attraction between these two? UGH! Chef's kiss.

As a queer person (Cis-Female) I love a good queer romance or characters and you never fail to deliver. This was my first MM romance and I loved it! Once I was able to really sit down and devour this book, I DID!

This book is a great continuation of what is happening in Olympus and I am personally STILL on the edge of my seat even after reading this!!!! The plot was THERE!

Admittedly not as much smut as I am used to but it was still fantastic when there. What I wasn't expecting (although idk why because it makes so much sense) was the MMC that was in control in those moments. Uhm wow! Hot!

Sweet Posiden, I love you. Icarus is just what you needed and you are that to him as well!

Thank you NetGalley for this ARC (I wish the holidays weren't so busy so I could have focused on this sooner)!

Format: NetGalley Ebook
Overall score: 4.5/5
Spice: 3.5/5 (don't let this deter you... I've read REALLY spicy books haha)
Characters: Icarus (MMC) & Poseidon (MMC)

Sweet Obsession picks off exactly where the previous book leaves off: Icarus in possession of Poseidon after Ariadne sailed off with the Minotaur after getting rid of the barrier around Olympus. Now Circe has boats just sitting in the bay, and everyone is trying to find solutions to how to handle her.

Every book that gets released in this series just keeps getting better. If you are planning to read Sweet Obsession, it is 100% worth it to read all previous books. The build up in the plot from the seven books before made Sweet Obsession my favorite Robert's book yet. I felt as though the chemistry between Icarus and Poseidon was sizzling from the second they were together. They complimented each other very well: when one person was struggling, the other was able to help pick up the pieces. This book also made me extremely excited for the last two books in this series. We are finally coming to the end of an era in Olympus, and I cannot wait to see how Robert wraps it up! My only negative thought while reading this book is that I wish there was more time in the book: most of Sweet Obsession happens over the course of like a week, and I would have liked more time for Icarus and Poseidon to work on their relationship.

Thank you to the publisher for the free advanced copy in exchange for a review!

This one comes out in April.

I just know that Katee Robert sits and giggles to themself every time they have to come up with a new safe word for anyone in this series/her Wicked Villains series. They are always so clever and funny and tied to the mythological character in perfect ways (Poseidon’s is Trident and it made me lol)

Not my favorite in this series but not my least favorite either. I liked both MC’s, I just felt their connection was a bit rushed and I don’t buy insta love even on the best days.

I also lost the plot a bit and got confused with who was taking over the city and when, but that’s always secondary for me in this books compared to the relationships anyway.

A fun and fast read, this duology from Katee Robert is being rereleased, finally. Two sweet romances with a lot of sizzle. And surprisingly nontoxic masculinity (not a surprise to fans of Robert, TBH).

I’m so happy that I was able to snatch an ARC for this book!!! If you know me, then you know Katee Robert and the Dark Olympus series are favorites for me! I had my doubt if this book would vibe with me, but this is the sign to never doubt Katee! I hope the last two books will come soon. I’m so locked in the overarching story I need them now!

Received an ARC of this book for an honest review.

I actually really liked this book, the action is really building up so much that there was more action plot than a love story here. Usually not a fan of insta-love but with this series you just gotta get over it lol Icarus and Poseidon were an interesting match. There was lots of Dom/Sub moments but very interesting how the dynamics were. 10/10

Can't wait for the next one!

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for this early review copy! My honest review is below:

3.75⭐️ I really enjoyed this!

I loved Icarus and Poseidon as main characters and found that both of their POVs were quite enjoyable. Their romance was super sweet and touching as well. It really felt like they saw each other in a way no one else did, and I love them!

I think this is a great addition to the Dark Olympus series, and I highly recommend checking this one out when it arrives later this year!

This was probably my least favorite Dark Olympus book so far, which was really disappointing when the last few have been solid 4 stars for me. I think since we hadn't gotten much of Icarus since the house party and maybe a little bit in Dark Restraint, and the like nothing of Poseidon the whole series, I just didn't feel too invested in their relationship and it didn't really have the tension in the book that I needed for them to feel worth it to me. I felt more interested in the Zeus and Hera subplot than the main plot, and I am very excited for the next book because we'll actually see their dynamic. It just felt like a filler book to me.

Big Thank you to NetGalley and Sourcebooks for providing an ARC of this book. These thoughts and feelings are my own.

Where do I even begin with this review. We are now 8 books into the Olympus series and at this point I just want it to be over. Sweet Obsession wasn’t bad per se. I enjoyed the story between Poseidon and Icarus. But overall this book felt like a filler to set up big points for Circe’s book and Hera/Zeus book. Which is fine but I wish we got to see more of Icarus and Poseidons MM relationship. Especially in the last portion of the book where everything felt rushed and wrapped up too predictable.

Even though this addition was not my favorite in the series. It’s still better than some of the other additions we’ve gotten in the series. Overall, I’d still recommend it to those as committed as me to finishing this series.

This was an excellent book!! I enjoyed the character development as well as how the plot was developed throughout the story. The author was able to to do a good job with all aspects of the story. I would recommend to others. This was a AWESOME ADDITION THE SERIES!!

I was so excited to get an ARC through netgalley as I love this series!!!

This was such a great next installment in the series and the plot was plotting! I feel like this was the most plot heavy book in the whole series, but Katee does not skimp on the romance and I loved the captive-is-the-dom dynamic between Icarus and Poseidon. Also I CANNOT wait for Zeus and Hera’s story

Neon Gods ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Electric Idol ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Wicked Beauty ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Radiant Sin ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Cruel Seduction ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Midnight Ruin ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Dark Restraint ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Sweet Obsession ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Thank you to NetGalley, Sourcebooks Casablanca & Katee Robert for allowing me to be an early reader. All thoughts are my own.

Newest installment of the dark olympus series. Books in this series have been hit or miss for me and I enjoyed this one. These books always leave me wanting a little more - sometimes its plot, world building, political intrigue, you name it. And other times I want a bit more emotional intimacy between our MC's. These books are a great palate cleanser for heavier reads!

Series ranking: Neon Gods > Electric Idol > Midnight Ruin > Sweet Obsession > Wicked Beauty > Radiant Sin > Cruel Seduction > Dark Restraint

Read if you like:
- MM
- captor/captive
- kink exploration
- open door spice
- dual POV

Another great installment to the Dark Olympus series! I loved the growth of Icarus and Poseidon, both as individuals and as a couple. Even though their preferred kink isn't my thing I still enjoyed the spice level of the book. I also loved the mental health representation of panic attacks and nervous compulsion. The Circe storyline does seem a bit dragged out in this book but I'm still looking forward to seeing how things conclude! Can't wait for the rest of the series!
Thank you NetGalley for the opportunity to give my honest opinion and to review an ARC!

This is the next instalment in the Dark Olympus series - the story of Poseidon and Icarus. Even though both of these characters have had very limited time in the series so far, I ended up loving this story and devoured it in under a day.

Poseidon has taken Icarus as captive, and the barrier protecting Olympus has fallen. With war literally on their shores, the Thirteen need to figure out where their priorities lie. Things are really heating up politically, and the next two books in the series are going to be jam packed with action and answers to all of our questions.

Poseidon has a heart of gold that melts Icarus’ hard exterior. Although this book contained some parts that lead me to recommend taking the trigger warning very seriously (mostly a pain kink), Katee Robert continues to masterfully write their spicy scenes with consent and respect. I love the ways that Poseidon’s ASD is incorporated into the story without being its main focus, and the anxiety issues that both characters face.

How am I going to wait for Shattered Gods in 2026? Likely by doing a series reread. I absolutely recommend this entire series to all my spicy romance lovers out there!

Loved this book! Katee Robert makes the story of Poseidon and Icarus so heartwarming and sexy! And the way they progress the series makes me so eager for the next book!

-MM
-Greek mythology retelling
-HEA
-Ongoing series