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A Touch of Malice

Scarlett St. Clair · 2020

Hades x Persephone · Book 3

FaeIndex Verdict

Ideal for readers craving a blend of mythology and steam, this book immerses you in a world where mortal and divine desires clash. Its distinct allure lies in the morally grey love interest and the tense political intrigue that weaves through a dark underworld setting, heightening the stakes of a forbidden romance.

Spice Level

🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 explicit, moderately frequent

Tropes

Mythology Retelling Gods and Mortals High Steam Political Intrigue Morally Grey Love Interest Cliffhanger Ending Fated Mates Forbidden Romance Dark Romance Power Imbalance Dual POV Dark Underworld / Death Realm

Content Warnings

Dubious Consent Stalking Graphic Violence Death of Major Character

Series Status

complete

Protagonist

mortal

Last reviewed: 2026-06-20

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