Dark Olympus Book 2: Electric Idol by Katee Robert

Dark Olympus Book 2

He was the most beautiful man alive.

And if I wasn't careful, he was going to be my death.

*A scorchingly hot modern retelling of Psyche and Eros that's as sinful as it is sweet.*

In the ultra-modern city of Olympus, there's always a price to pay. Psyche knew she'd have to face Aphrodite's ire eventually, but she never expected her literal heart to be at stake...or for Aphrodite's gorgeous son to be the one ordered to strike the killing blow.

Eros has no problem shedding blood. But when it comes time to take out his latest target, he can't do it. Confused by his reaction to Psyche, he does the only thing he can think of to keep her safe: he marries her. Psyche vows to make Eros's life a living hell until they find a way out of this mess. But as lines blur and loyalties shift, she realizes he might take her heart after all...and she's not sure she can survive the loss.

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/57661359-electric-idol

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My Review: 5/5 Stars

The second book in the Dark Olympus series and I have to say I loved this one a lot better than the first one. This modern version of Olympus is definitely one of the most interesting takes on the Olympians. But what really got me this book was Psyche and Eros. They have to be some of the most interesting characters and mix in the trouble they get into this story, I couldn't put it down. Eros is the son of the current Aphrodite. And for him, it's not the most pleasant place to be. His mother has shaped him into her assassin. Over the years, Eros has realized exactly what his mother has done but feels it is too late for him. He has become the monster she wanted him to be. And his next target is Psyche. But when the time comes to carry out the deed, Eros can't do it. Psyche is perhaps the one good thing in Olympus and the way she treats him... Eros can't let her go. Can't stand to see her light go out. Not for his mother. He does the one thing he thinks will keep her safe. Marry her. But even that may not be enough. Together Psyche and Eros will have to find a way to out maneuver Aphrodite before someone gets hurt. And despite their circumstances, it is only a matter of time before their pretend relationship turns into something real. 

Like I said I loved Psyche and Eros. They are such a great match for one another. Psyche understands why Eros thinks he is a monster and even if he is, he becomes her monster. And she knows he is capable of love even if he thinks he isn't. Psyche shows him what being loved really looks like. And Psyche is such a kick ass heroine. Not afraid to be who she is and proud of her body. She is the smartest of her sisters and knows how to play the games of Olympus better than anyone. The story was filled with steamy romance and some pretty great action. Plus, we got to meet some new characters and Olympus only gets more interesting by the time the story is over. I can't wait for the next one!