I read the first two books in this series and just fell in love. This is simply one of the best retellings of the Gods of Olympus I have ever read. If I could give it more than 5 stars I certainly would.
Wicked Beauty by Katee Robert
Series: Dark Olympus #3
Genres: Dark Romance, Fantasy, Greek Mythology, Romantic Fantasy

She was the face that launched a thousand ships,
The fierce beauty at the heart of Olympus,
And she was never ours to claim.

*A scorchingly hot modern retelling of Helen of Troy, Achilles, and Patroclus that's as sinful as it is sweet.*

In Olympus, you either have the power to rule...or you are ruled. Achilles Kallis may have been born with nothing, but as a child he vowed he would claw his way into the poisonous city's inner circle. Now that a coveted role has opened to anyone with the strength to claim it, he and his partner, Patroclus Fotos, plan to compete and double their odds of winning.

Neither expect infamous beauty Helen Kasios to be part of the prize...or for the complicated fire that burns the moment she looks their way.

Zeus may have decided Helen is his to give away, but she has her own plans. She enters into the competition as a middle finger to the meddling Thirteen rulers, effectively vying for her own hand in marriage. Unfortunately, there are those who would rather see her dead than lead the city. The only people she can trust are the ones she can't keep her hands off—Achilles and Patroclus. But can she really believe they have her best interests at heart when every stolen kiss is a battlefield?

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Wow—just when I thought the first two books in the series couldn’t get any hotter, this third installment absolutely blew me away! It’s not just steamy—it’s explosive. The chemistry between this ménage à trois is off-the-charts intense, and the heat they generate could burn down Olympus itself. From the fiery passion to the emotional depth, this book delivers on every level and then some.

What really sets it apart is the dynamic power balance between Helen, Achilles, and Patroclus. While I usually lean toward MFM romances, this one took me by surprise in the best way. It’s so much more than erotic romance—it’s a high-stakes, action-packed battle to become the next Ares. With brutal competition, political scheming, and edge-of-your-seat twists, I found myself flipping pages with my heart pounding, stress-eating popcorn, and praying my favorites would come out on top.

The characters are incredibly well-crafted. Helen is more than a beautiful face—she’s clever, strategic, and emotionally resilient. Achilles is a fierce warrior with raw strength and intensity, while Patroclus brings balance to the trio with his intelligence, patience, and quiet strength. Their emotional and physical connection is magnetic—each one complementing the others in deeply satisfying ways.

From the gritty, blood-soaked tournament to the fiery bedroom scenes and sharp political intrigue, this book has everything. I loved the cameos from previous characters, and the addition of Hermes and Dionysus was a delightful bonus. Without a doubt, this is my favorite book of the series—I only wish I could give it more than five stars!

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