Neon Gods by Katee Robert — book cover

Neon Gods(Dark Olympus #1)

by Katee Robert

📖 384 pages📅 2021👁️ Dual POV🎧 Zara Hampton-Brown, Alex Moorcock
Contemporary RomanceMythology RetellingDark Romance

🌶️ Quick Spice Verdict

🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️5/5 — Scorching (Very Explicit)

Heat Level

Scorching

Spicy Scenes

~8 scenes

POV Style

Dual POV

About Neon Gods

Society darling Persephone Dimitriou plans to flee the ultra-modern city of Olympus. But when her mother ambushes her with an engagement to Zeus, she runs across the River Styx and into the arms of Hades — a man who was supposed to be a myth. Their arrangement is simple: a fake relationship to keep her safe. But nothing about their chemistry is fake.

Reading Vibes

SteamyDarkRomanticAddictive

🌶️ Spice Level Breakdown

5/5 — Scorching (Very Explicit)

Scorching hot with frequent, explicit scenes. Katee Robert holds nothing back — this is a 5-pepper read with creative, boundary-pushing intimate moments that are integral to the power dynamics of the story.

Spice Meter
5/5

Tropes in Neon Gods

🔞
Age Gap

A significant age difference between the romantic leads adds tension and forbidden appeal

🖤
Dark Romance

Romance with darker themes, morally grey characters

💍
Fake Dating

A pretend relationship that becomes real

🚫
Forbidden Love

A romance that defies social rules or expectations

Mythology Retelling

Classic myths reimagined with modern twists and romantic storylines

Content Warnings

⚠️ Content Warnings

  • Explicit sexual content
  • Exhibitionism
  • Abuse themes
  • Power dynamics
  • Assault (attempted)

Should You Read Neon Gods?

Perfect For You If...

  • Readers who want maximum spice
  • Fans of mythology retellings
  • Those who love fake-dating with real feelings

Skip This If...

  • You prefer clean or fade-to-black romance
  • You want slow-burn tension
  • Explicit content is not your thing

Our Take

A sinfully delicious Hades and Persephone retelling set in a modern city of gods and power. Katee Robert delivers maximum spice with a surprisingly tender love story underneath. If you want a book that is unapologetically steamy with great worldbuilding, this is it.

📚 Series Information

Neon Gods is book #1 of 6 in the Dark Olympus series.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Neon Gods spicy?

Yes, Neon Gods has a spice level of 5/5 on our scale, which we rate as "Scorching (Very Explicit)." Very detailed and frequent intimate scenes. Scorching hot with frequent, explicit scenes. Katee Robert holds nothing back — this is a 5-pepper read with creative, boundary-pushing intimate moments that are integral to the power dynamics of the story.

What is the spice level of Neon Gods?

Neon Gods by Katee Robert is rated 5 out of 5 on the SpicyBooks spice scale. This means it's "Scorching (Very Explicit)" — very detailed and frequent intimate scenes. The steam level is: Scorching.

How many spicy scenes are in Neon Gods?

Neon Gods contains approximately 8 intimate/spicy scenes. Scorching hot with frequent, explicit scenes. Katee Robert holds nothing back — this is a 5-pepper read with creative, boundary-pushing intimate moments that are integral to the power dynamics of the story.

What tropes are in Neon Gods?

Neon Gods features the following romance tropes: 🔞 Age Gap, 🖤 Dark Romance, 💍 Fake Dating, 🚫 Forbidden Love, ⚡ Mythology Retelling. These tropes are central to the story and shape the romantic dynamic between the characters.

Does Neon Gods have content warnings?

Yes, readers should be aware of the following content warnings for Neon Gods: Explicit sexual content, Exhibitionism, Abuse themes, Power dynamics, Assault (attempted). We always recommend checking content warnings before reading if you have specific sensitivities.

Is Neon Gods part of a series? Do I need to read it in order?

Yes, Neon Gods is book 1 of 6 in the Dark Olympus series. As the first book, this is the perfect starting point.

Who would enjoy Neon Gods?

Neon Gods is perfect for: Readers who want maximum spice; Fans of mythology retellings; Those who love fake-dating with real feelings. The reading vibes are: Steamy, Dark, Romantic, Addictive.

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