First and foremost, thank you to Netgalley for providing me with this ARC.

Unfortunately, this book just wasn't for me. The main reason was that I felt like I'd been bamboozled. The book's own summary claims: "Fans of spicy retellings of the Hades and Persephone myth will love this version, which puts its own unique twist on the tale." However, this is not a retelling of the Hades and Persephone myth. It's a fanfic that poses the question, "What if Hades chose (Insert your name here) instead of Persephone?"

I call Fanfic specifically because of the way the author takes characters from the Greek myths and uses them as they see fit. One example of this would be Mnemosyne. Mother of the Nine Muses; Calliope, Clio, Polyhymnia, Euterpe, Terpsichore, Erato, Melpomene, Thalia, and Urania. There was never any mention of a Clary as this book suggests, and also this "Clary" never shacked up with Hades... Also, as this book would suggest.

Other than the fanficy vibes, the dialog was often juvenile and stilted. I kind of felt like the author was trying to do a sexy Percy Jackson by way of Hades, again JUST Hades... No Persephone. We literally never see her on the page. The execution of this just didn't hit the mark for me.

Big thanks to Morgan Rider and Netgalley for the eARC in exchange for a review.

This was a quick and easy read about a woman who just recently graduated from university who comes home to some unexpected news that's been hidden from her. She's been looking forward to traveling when things change overnight with the revaluation about the gods and goddesses that, unknowingly to her, live among the humans.

It's a Persephone and Hades retelling, from the perspective of... not Persephone. I had a hard time relating to the FMC, she was REALLY sheltered rich girl. I could only wish to be able to relate. There is an age gap and virgin troupe, which feels a tiny bit exploitative, given her naivety.

I'm giving 3 stars. I usually love the Greek stories retold, I just couldn't enjoy the FMC as much.

At first I wasn’t sucked in. I thought it was going to be your typical hades and Persephone retelling. It’s not. It’s so much better than that. I really enjoyed this and I’m itching for the next book already. I enjoyed how Lexi stood up for herself and took control over her future. Not caring about the consequences of her actions. It’s going to be interesting to see how all this plays out.

Not a bad Hades and Persephone retelling - a little dark but overall a good story. It would be a good step into this genre of greek mythology retellings

Thank you Wattpad Webtoon Studios for providing this eARC for review consideration via NetGalley, here are my personal opinions! This story is described as a re-imaged Persephone and Hades retelling but I would say it follows that structure very loosely, and unfortunately I do not think this book was for me. The beginning half felt a bit too long, but I think the latter half and ending build potential for the rest of the series! I would recommend this book to younger adult readers who like the idea of Greek Gods/Goddesses but re-imagined (very loosely) into today’s society.

I really enjoyed this book! I love a good romantasy and this Greek Good inspired one was so fun. I was really rooting for the MFC the entire time outside of her romantic endeavors (which I was also rooting for!) This was a great read and I already can't wait for the next one! **Thank you NetGalley for this free ARC!**

I'm a sucker for any Hades and Persephone retelling and this one is no different. It's greek mythology so I expected some betrayal but man there was so much betrayal! I felt so bad for Lexi by the end as the lies kept piling up. I think this was a good first book for the series and laid a lot of groundwork for the second book to really take off running. I'm excited to see where Morgan Rider takes it.

Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC!

Some books whisper their way into your heart, and others crash into your soul like a storm. Goddess Unraveled is the latter—a breathtaking symphony of mythology, magic, and raw emotion that demands to be felt. Morgan Rider has spun a tale so immersive and intoxicating that reality slips away, leaving you tangled in a world that feels as ancient as it is alive.

The storytelling is rich, weaving an intricate web of fate, power, and the heavy burden of destiny. Every chapter unfurls like a prophecy, both inevitable and unpredictable, drawing readers into a plot that never loses momentum. The prose is lush without being overwhelming, striking that perfect balance between lyrical beauty and fast-paced action.

And then, there are the characters. Oh, the characters. Each one crackles with life, their desires, flaws, and inner battles laid bare in ways that make them impossible to forget. The protagonist is everything I crave in a lead—strong yet vulnerable, shaped by pain but not defined by it. The supporting cast? Equally mesmerizing, each with their own gravitational pull, ensuring no moment feels empty or wasted. The relationships—whether fraught with tension, simmering with unspoken emotions, or forged through fire—are written with such authenticity that they feel like living, breathing entities.

Now, if I had to nitpick (and I mean really nitpick), there was a moment or two where the pacing slowed just slightly, lingering longer than necessary on descriptions that, while beautifully written, momentarily paused the momentum of the plot. But compared to the sheer brilliance of this novel, it’s like noticing a ripple in an ocean of perfection. It barely registers because the rest of the book is just that good.

This is the kind of novel that lingers, haunting your thoughts long after you’ve turned the last page. Readers won’t just consume this book—they’ll experience it.


A tale that doesn’t just captivate—it claims you, body and soul.

I am an absolute SUCKER for anything Hades and Persephone and this was no different. So well written and great twist. It gives you a break from all the re-written stories of the origin of Hades and Persephone.

This was my first time hearing of Morgan and I am so grateful for the opportunity to read this book! I have always loved books pertaining to the gods and this was awesome. I found myself forgetting everything else to continue reading this. I didn’t want to put it down. I am so excited to see what comes next after this!

this was my first book by this author and I loved it! I loved the story and the flow of the book
I cant wait to see what comes next

I appreciate the opportunity but I will not be finishing this. The story didn't really draw me in. Outside of Lexi and Luke I felt like the rest of the cast of characters were kind of flat.

I pushed away every single thing I needed to do the second I got accepted to read this. This was my absolute favorite Wattpad series, Lexi’s series stayed in my heart for YEARS. I was honored to have read this then and I am absolutely even more honored this time around. Morgan, I am so happy to have read this and be able to see just everything come together like this.

I’m literally getting emotional writing this review and I normally don’t review this long but I feel like this called for it.

Thank you thank you thank you for letting me indulge in this world once more with a fresh perspective.