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The Ballad of Ashes and Spring: A Hades and Persephone Retelling

by KR Paul (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.6 out of 5 stars (15)
He would burn the world before letting her go... A dark romantasy featuring obsessive love, political intrigue, and slow-burn tension.

For readers who crave:
  • Hades & Persephone
  • Morally gray gods
  • Enemies to lovers
  • Dark romantasy
  • Myth retellings
The Ballad of Ashes and Spring is a dark romantasy tale of resilience, betrayal, intrigue, and forbidden attraction. It reimagines the myth of Hades and Persephone, asking the reader if Hades stole Demeter’s bright flower or if she descended to seek solitude and her lover’s touch. It is hope against the ruins of war and a single spark of defiance can alter the fate of an entire world.

Dr. Persephone Kore is brilliant, stubborn, and utterly devoted to her work. As her mother Demeter’s caged prodigy, she has to be. Her bioengineering research could feed nations or be weaponized by them. Tension flares to war, shattering everything she knows. Persephone is kidnapped by her own guards and thrust into a hidden facility where secrets lurk under the strict rules, power is fragile, and every choice carries the weight of life and death.

The vast Underground is built to endure an apocalypse, but it comes at a cost: strict rules over every aspect of life, inflexible classes, and bargains she can’t begin to understand. Persephone’s arrival disrupts the order, stirring rivalries, igniting passions, and altering the delicate balance of power and control.

The betrayal from her guards blooms into more as her crush turns out to be more than he seems. Here, at the end of the world, balancing between duty and desire, Persephone must determine how to create her own life, her own freedom, and her happiness. Is she a pawn in someone else’s game, or a queen in her own right?
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  1. Print length
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  4. Publication date
    March 20, 2026
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If you love Greek mythology and need a modern, AU retelling of Hades and Persephone, this book is for you. Spicy and a little dark but always enthusiastic consent, this book sets the Commander of an underground bunker against Dr. Persephone Kore, world renowned bioengineer.

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  • "The way she writes characters is AH.MAY.ZING!!! Our FMC, Persephone, is a woman who knows what she's doing and understands the value of her efforts. She's unapologetic about setting boundaries, and puts people in their place if they dare to violate them." - A. Mudaliar, GoodReads
  • "This was a nice surprise read. I really enjoyed the spin on Hades and Persephone's story—with the kinda dystopian vibe." - J. Williams, GoodReads
  • "It kept me on my toes and shocked me alot. She really portrayed their relationship exactly how I always wanted it to be. This is by far my favorite book about Hades and Persephone." B. Freeman, GoodReads
  • "This was such a fun read! A modern retelling of Hades and Persephone like I've never read before. I loved that although it's a completely new storyline, the main idea of these stories are still hidden underneath and not lost altogether." - S. Cantalupo, GoodReads
  • "I was excited to read this modern retelling of the Hades and Persephone story. I thoroughly enjoyed the book! The book also treats us to slow-burning romance, beautifully written love scenes, and the powers held by gods and goddesses in mythology." - B. Moses, GoodReads
  • "This is a post-apocalyptic modern spin on Hades and Persephone and a fresh take that I've never heard before! I loved seeing Persephone as a strong, capable FMC who stands on her own and advocates for herself." - Blithroo, GoodReads

From the Back Cover

She is the bridge between bloom and ruin.
Dr. Persephone Kore is brilliant, stubborn, and utterly devoted to her work. As her mother Demeter's caged prodigy, she has to be. Her bioengineering research could feed nations or be weaponized by them. Tension flares to war, shattering everything she knows. Persephone is kidnapped by her own guards and thrust into a hidden facility where secrets lurk under the strict rules, power is fragile, and every choice carries the weight of life and death.
The vast Underground is built to endure an apocalypse, but it comes at a cost: strict rules over every aspect of life, inflexible classes, and bargains she can't begin to understand. Persephone's arrival disrupts the order, stirring rivalries, igniting passions, and altering the delicate balance of power and control.
The betrayal from her guards blooms into more as her crush turns out to be more than he seems. Here, at the end of the world, balancing between duty and desire, Persephone must determine how to create her own life, her own freedom, and her happiness. Is she a pawn in someone else's game, or a queen in her own right?
The Ballad of Ashes and Spring is a sweeping tale of resilience, betrayal, intrigue, and forbidden attraction. It reimagines the myth of Hades and Persephone, asking the reader if Hades stole Demeter's bright flower or if she descended to seek solitude and her lover's touch. It is hope against the ruins of war and a single spark of defiance can alter the fate of an entire world.
For readers who crave slow-burn intensity, high-stakes survival, and the allure of enemies-to-lovers transformed into something fierce and unforgettable. When ashes give way to spring, nothing remains unchanged.

Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0D2DS7236
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ KRP Publishing
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ March 20, 2026
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 3.1 MB
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 282 pages
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 979-8989824564
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Best Sellers Rank: #702,984 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.6 out of 5 stars (15)

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KR Paul writes myth-inspired fantasy romance that blends slow-burn tension, high-stakes survival, and emotionally complex love stories. Her work centers powerful, resilient women navigating dangerous worlds where desire is complicated, power is never freely given, and love must be chosen, again and again, against impossible odds.

Drawing from her background in military service and professional leadership writing, Kay brings authenticity to stories shaped by conflict, duty, and moral ambiguity. She tempers grit with intimacy, weaving romance into worlds marked by magic, political intrigue, and survival. Her characters are flawed, driven, and fiercely human, and her romances favor yearning, trust earned the hard way, and bonds forged under pressure.

In addition to her novel-length work, Kay has contributed short fiction to multiple anthologies, where her talent for vivid world-building and emotionally charged storytelling shines in compact, high-impact narratives. These shorter works often explore themes of myth, power, identity, and forbidden connection—threads that run throughout her larger body of work.

She is the author of the Pantheon series and is currently preparing to release The Ballad of Ashes and Spring, a dark reimagining of the Hades and Persephone myth. Set in a war-scarred world, the novel blends political maneuvering, slow-burn romance, and the quiet defiance of a woman discovering her own power.

When she isn’t writing, Kay balances her day job with an active life split between adrenaline and fandom. Her hobbies include competitive bodybuilding, gaming, kayaking, cosplay, and skydiving—experiences that continue to fuel the strength, passion, and authenticity found in her stories.

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4.6 out of 5 stars
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A modern retelling of Persephone and Hades; although a departure from my normal reading choices, I am a big fan of KR Paul. I really enjoyed the story and KR’s style comes through wonderfully in this one. Highly recommend!!!
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  • Melissa March
    5 out of 5 stars
    LOVED this story!!
    Reviewed in the United States on April 16, 2026
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    Although a well-known classic myth, this retelling of Hades and Persephone brought fresh life to the tale. Blending elements of dystopian society, global conflict, mythology, and romance, this story is both a layered and smooth read. For me, it hit where many romance novels miss: the actualization and development of the female lead is driven by her own agency rather than borrowing from the strength of the male partner.

    Despite knowing where the story of Persephone and Hades leads this book made the journey fun, fresh, and spicy!

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  • Blair H.
    4 out of 5 stars
    A modern, and a little spicy, retelling of the Hades and Persephone story.
    Reviewed in the United States on March 22, 2026
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    I received an Advanced Reader Copy (ARC) of this book from the author. As a lover of Greek mythology, I know well the mythology around Hades and Persephone. Thus, I was excited to read this modern retelling of the Hades and Persephone story. I thoroughly enjoyed the book! After being kept under her mother's thumb most of her life, Persephone was brilliant but naïve about not only the world, but also about men. When the world erupts in war, she is, in her words, kidnapped by her security detail and moved to an underground bunker. It is not long before she meets Hades and finds herself thrust into a new, very different, rule-filled, and dangerous life. Without giving away any story spoilers, I will say I loved watching Persephone's growth from a naïve person who feels she has no control over her life to a strong, confident woman making her own decisions. I also loved watching Hades' personal growth. The book also treats us to slow-burning romance, beautifully written love scenes, and the powers held by gods and goddesses in mythology.

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  • Mark Elliott
    5 out of 5 stars
    Highly recommend!!!
    Reviewed in the United States on March 29, 2026
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    A modern retelling of Persephone and Hades; although a departure from my normal reading choices, I am a big fan of KR Paul. I really enjoyed the story and KR’s style comes through wonderfully in this one. Highly recommend!!!

    Highly recommend!!!
    Mark Elliott
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    Highly recommend!!!
    Reviewed in the United States on March 29, 2026
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    A modern retelling of Persephone and Hades; although a departure from my normal reading choices, I am a big fan of KR Paul. I really enjoyed the story and KR’s style comes through wonderfully in this one. Highly recommend!!!

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  • Clara K. Showalter
    5 out of 5 stars
    Awesome
    Reviewed in the United States on April 28, 2026
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    Great read, solid pacing, and excellent chemistry between characters

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  • Jeffrey
    5 out of 5 stars
    A classic story planted in new soil
    Reviewed in the United States on April 2, 2026
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    Picked up this book as soon as it was available on Kindle. This book transplants the story of Hades and Persephone to a modern setting while still keeping some of the fantastical elements of the original myth. The shifting power dynamics between Hades and Persophone depending on whose turf they are on makes for a fun story of two partners new to a relationship feeling each other out and finding their relative places.

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  • Swizzlesticks.23_reads
    4 out of 5 stars
    Slow burn
    Reviewed in the United States on March 23, 2026
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    I received an ARC of Ballad of Ashes and Spring by K.R. Paul, and this ended up being such engaging read.

    The slow burn romance is done really well — the chemistry builds naturally, making the payoff feel worth it. The FMC is strong-willed and compelling, and I loved watching her grow into her power, though I did find myself wishing for a bit more backstory. The MMC balances her perfectly with a quiet, steady devotion (and yes, the fact that he cooks definitely adds to the appeal).

    The side characters add a lot of personality to the story, making the world feel more dynamic and alive.

    Overall, this is a fun and romantic retelling with strong character dynamics and satisfying chemistry. I’d definitely recommend it to readers who enjoy slow-burn romance with a mythic feel.

    I received an ARC from the author, but all opinions are my own.

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  • Sara Cantalupo
    3 out of 5 stars
    Modern Retelling of Hades and Persephone
    Reviewed in the United States on March 20, 2026
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    This was such a fun read! A modern retelling of Hades and Persephone like I’ve never read before. I loved that although it’s a completely new storyline, the main idea of these stories are still hidden underneath and not lost altogether.

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  • Stephanie Treanor
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    Shadow Daddy MMC 🤤
    Reviewed in the United States on March 22, 2026
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    This story follows a strong FMC who gets taken to an underground world she never knew existed.

    As the surfaces above is getting torn apart by powerful forces that clash she is learning her powers are beyond what she knew she had. She’s brilliant and talented in the garden and lab.

    Her captor and new leader is the dark daddy anyone would love to find themselves “forced” (don’t tempt me with a good time 😏) to marry 😍

    You’d do yourself a disservice if you don’t add this to your TBR now!

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