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A Touch of Ruin

Name: A Touch of Ruin
Brand: Penguin Random House Distribution
SKU: 9781728258461
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By Scarlett St. Clair

Series: Hades X Persephone

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A Touch of Ruin by Scarlett St. Clair delves into the passionate and tumultuous relationship between Hades and Persephone. As Persephone struggles with her dual life as a goddess and a journalist, she faces challenges that test her love and loyalty. This book explores themes of fate, choice, and desire, weaving a compelling romance that blends mythology with modernity.
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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

This captivating romance book may appeal to you if you enjoy stories that intertwine love, drama, and mythology. With its intriguing plot and passionate characters, it's perfect for fans of modern retellings of ancient myths, particularly those who appreciate strong, transformative relationships set against a backdrop of divine conflict and emotion. If you are drawn to narratives where contemporary romance meets mythical intrigue, this might be a compelling read for you.

"Scarlett St. Clair's sexy and addictive Hades X Persephone series continues. Persephone's relationship with Hades is now in the public eye, but a horrible tragedy leaves her more confused than ever about her future as Hades's queen."--

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The second in the captivating Hades and Persephone series from fan-favourite bestselling author Scarlett St. Clair.

Are you saying you wouldn't fight for me?

Hades sighed and brushed his finger along her cheek. Darling, I would burn this world for you.

Persephone's relationship with Hades has gone public and the resulting media storm disrupts her normal life and threatens to expose her as the Goddess of Spring. To add to her troubles, everyone seems eager to warn Persephone away from the God of the Dead by exposing his hellish past.

Things only get worse when a horrible tragedy leaves Persephone's heart in ruin and Hades refusing to help. Desperate, she takes matters into her own hands, striking bargains that lead to severe consequences. Faced with a side of Hades she never knew, and crushing loss, Persephone wonders if she can truly become Hades's queen.

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A Touch of Ruin

The second in the captivating Hades and Persephone series from fan-favourite bestselling author Scarlett St. Clair. Are you saying you wouldn't fight for me? Hades sighed and brushed his finger along her cheek. Darling, I would burn this world for you. Persephone's relationship with Hades has gone public and the resulting media storm disrupts her normal life and threatens to...

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781728258461

Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 27 September 2021

Country: United States

Imprint: Sourcebooks, Inc

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 28.0mm

Width: 127.0mm

Height: 203.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 448

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About the Author

#1 New York Times bestselling author Scarlett St. Clair is a citizen of the Muscogee Nation and the author of the Hades X Persephone series, the Hades Saga, the Adrian X Isolde series, fairy tale retellings, and When Stars Come Out. She has a master's degree in library science and information studies and a bachelor's in English writing. She is obsessed with Greek mythology, murder mysteries, and the afterlife. For information on books, tour dates, and content, please visit scarlettstclair.com.

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