Unholy Gods: Reclaiming Her

Nyte's Hall #1

by Stacy Rush

She was my first love…a forbidden love, but my love all the same.

We promised ourselves to each other, not caring what the world thought once we graduated. We were getting out of the town of Nyte, and out from under my father’s thumb. Until then, we kept our love a secret.

But then, it was no longer a secret.

Throwing all caution to the wind, my stepsister and I made the mistake of taking things a little too far one day and our parents caught us in a compromising position.
Threats were made, punishments were handed out and we were ordered to end things immediately.

I loved Saraya with every single part of me; down to the tiniest cell that’s encased within. My stepsister was the reason I drew breath each day. To turn what we had into something so ugly was unforgivable, and the day my father forbade me to be with the love of my life was the day my father became dead to me. I didn’t think anything could hurt worse than that, but I was so wrong.

Saraya hurt me in the worst of ways and now—she’s back—begging for my help. I will help her. After all, she is the only living family I have, but it will come at a price. A price that may be too steep for her to pay, but I’m going to enjoy watching her try.

If she pays up like a good girl, then I may just keep her—reclaiming her as mine.

From the award-winning author of Twisted Hunger (The Twisted Duet), Unholy Gods is much darker with four antiheroes and their little assassin. Although they are all standalones, they are interlinked and is suggested you read them in order, but it isn't necessary. Be sure to read the list of triggers before venturing into the Unholy God's territory...your mental health matters*

403 pages, ebook

Published August 22, 2024

About the author

Stacy Rush resides in Central Iowa with her husband. She started writing in 2017 and self-published her first book in 2018. Since then, Stacy has self-published over 20 titles on Amazon and has written two series and one standalone, with another in progress on the iReader app. She is currently in the middle of writing a 5-book Dark Urban Romance series. Stacy’s title, Twisted Hunger, has recently won an award in Contemporary Fiction, General Fiction, and New Adult Fiction, with it being a Finalist in the Romance and Book Cover categories at the Literary Global Awards. Stacy has also recently put out her first audiobook with Saints and Sinners, a dark and very spicy academia romance. Follow Stacy Rush on her media pages to find out what’s next on the writing block and what upcoming signing events she will be attending.

Reviews

[kimiwheelielovesbooks · Rating 5 out of 5]

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Welcome to the Gods of Nyte who rule their world. Stacy has done it again with Reclaiming Her, book 1 in the Unholy Gods series. Phoenyx and Saraya have a long past that's just a little bit complicated... Nyx and Saraya's forbidden romance gets even more complicated when their secret is found out. Add in 3 more Gods of Nyte and their little devil this story takes you on a wild ride that will have you turning pages late into the night. With their complicated past, more secrets and lies that get discovered and a Mafia like world, this book will keep you on your toes.

**MAKE SURE TO CHECK YOUR TRIGGERS!!**

Tropes:
- Stepsibling/Forbidden Romance
- Taboo Romance
- Second Chance Romance
- Miscommunication/Revenge
- Antihero
- Secret Relationship
- Forced Proximity

TW's:
- Organized Crime
- Forced Proximity
- SA (Rape not by MMC)
- Dub/Con
- CNC
- Non-Dub/Con
- Blood Play
- Breath Play
- Knife Play
- Gun Play
- Breeding Kink
- MM
- FF
- MFM
- MFMMM
- Graphic Sex
- BDSM
- Some Pet Play
- Degradation
- Humiliation
- Exhibitionism
- Voyeurism
- Praise Kink
- Sharing of h w/Friends Only
- Somnophilia
- Pornography
- DP & DVP
- Denied Orgasm
- Orgasm Torture
- Sodomy
- Objectophilia
- Troilism
- Erotic Asphyxiation
- Sword Crossing
- Frotting
- Drugging FMC w/Her Permission
- Touch Her & Die
- J/P
- Sex w/Corpse in Room
- Kidnapping
- Torture
- Abusive Relationship (not with MMC)
- Bodily Fluids
- Drug Trafficking
- Eating Disorder
- Poisoning
- Pregnancy
- Profanity
- Robbery
- Guns
- Homicide by Crushing
- Smoking
- Stabbing
- Stalking
- Decapitation
- Depravity
- Suicide
- Explicit Commentary
- Gaslighting
- Skin Trade Discussions
- Incestuous Rape in past (flashback)
- Self-Harm
- Religious Conflict
- Self-Hate
- Masochism
- Mental Health
- Homicide
- Graphic Homicide
- Disembowelment
- Munging (not MCs)
- Cannibalism (not MCs)
- Death by unconventional ways

[Diana Slaughter · Rating 5 out of 5]

Stacy is an auto buy Author for me and she has done it again! I love this forbidden love story that is SPICY and has twists/turns! Check your trigger warnings but since I don’t avoid ANY, I LOVED this book! I couldn’t put it down and can’t wait to read the next one. I HIGHLY recommend this book and Author!!

[Samantha Cross · Rating 5 out of 5]

OMG I absolutely loved reading this book! Stacy absolutely had me hooked from beginning to end and I can’t wait to read more! The plot, the twists and spiciness AMAZING!


This book follows Saraya and Nyx. Nyx and three others are the leaders of Nyte, they are trying to clean the up their town and will do anything to achieve it. Saraya and Nyx are step siblings, who loved and lost each other years ago. Nyx doesn’t know the truth and hates Saraya. When the truth comes out and he learns everything all he can think about is if she can forgive him and love him again. There are twists you don’t see coming, the spiciness 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️ I definitely am ready for more from this world.

[Saharah Vanvalkenburgh · Rating 5 out of 5]

So this book did not disappoint. This was a second chance romance. Friend to lover to enemies to lovers. The fmc saraya is a strong female character. She went through a lot and still stayed strong. The mmc Nyx is an a$$hole, and he knows it. All he wants is his little lamb but won't admit to it. This book has a plot. It also touched her and die vibes. I am so mad that I have to wait for the next book in the series.

[Stacey L Sawyer · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was amazing it keeps you going and I ate it all up. It's step siblings to lovers and it is so amazing I love all the characters in this Saraya is an amazing female character and Phoenyx is to die for. This book is dark and oh so delicious, and I devoured every page. Definitely check those triggers before starting, but then sit back and enjoy.

[Natalie Brown · Rating 5 out of 5]

I had the absolute pleasure of Beta reading this book and what a book it is! Reading it the second time was even better.

Nyx and Saraya are absolutely made for each other. The chemistry from the get-go is off the charts. Nyx is a slight alpha-hole in the beginning, but we can forgive him when he finds out what actually happened that broke him and Sara up all those years ago!!

In this book, we are introduced to lots of characters that will make up the series, and just meeting them has me so excited for their books.

This book is dark and oh so delicious, and I devoured every page. Definitely check those triggers before starting, but then sit back and enjoy.

[Anna Christodoulou-Vega · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is an arc I received. This book was amazing. I loved the main character Saraya she was kinda of inocente at first and then became a hard ass due to all she had to endure. Phoenix the main character portrayed a bass ass mobster but in the bed he was a softy. And let’s not forget Amara what a bass ass. I also loved the brotherhood that was shown through the book through thick and thin they all stop together. This was a very spicy book but I enjoyed every minute of it. Great writing! @stacyrush @stephaniekoehn

[Lauren Collier · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was amazing it keeps you going and I ate it all up. It's step siblings to lovers and it is so amazing I love all the characters in this Saraya is an amazing female character and Phoenyx is to die for. I got this as an arc read and highly recommend to your tbr.

[Alicia Lopez · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was so excited for this book after I read the blurb and Stacy Rush did not disappoint me at all but now I have to wait to read the other guys and hopefully Amara’s story and that kinda really sucks. Anyways, this was an amazing start to this series. The plot, the plot twist, the characters.. it was all seriously so good and the spice was so spicy! I love Phoenyx and Saraya’s ( I love her name) story, even if there was so many times throughout the book that I wish I could’ve reached in and smacked them both upside the head. I’m pretty sure they are the most stubborn characters I’ve read about in the last couple months. They finally got their head out of their butts and figured out how to communicate and stopped running from their feelings for each other. They definitely deserved their HEA after everything they were put through, Thank Goodness for second chances. I’m excited to see who and what the next book is about. Definitely recommend this one. Mind Your Triggers!

[Anita Hickman · Rating 5 out of 5]

2nd chance romance
Forbidden love
Enemies to lovers
5-star rating
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Ok !! STACY RUSH.
This book is out of the ballpark phenomenal.

Nyx and Saraya. Holy hotness 🔥🔥🔥🔥
I am all about second-chance romances and my favorite Trope is enemies to lovers.

When Stacy Rush put these two together I COULD NOT RESIST and couldn't put this book down.

She is a wonderful author and writer. I have read several of her books and can't wait for the rest of this series.
I will read whatever you write.

[Qu33nsara · Rating 5 out of 5]

5 freaking stars!!!!! And the SPICE!!!! Stacy did it again!!!!! This was such a good book!! Saraya's character development was on point. Then you have Phoenyx touch her and ☠️, and willing to do whatever it takes for his little lamb. But, Amara, aka Little Devil, is a total bad ass. I love the way she takes care of business. This book has amazing plots and plot twists. It definitely kept me on the edge of my seat. I didn't want to put it down and go to bed. You won't be disappointed.

[Kindra · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another amazing story from an amazing author! This book is primarily Pheonyx (Nyx) and Saraya’s story. They became stepsiblings at 6th and 5th grade. Soon enough they became each other’s first kiss and first love with plans in becoming each others first for everything. As we all know life isn’t as easy to us as we’d like. Something happened and she kept everything to herself. Until she finds herself at his wing in Nytes Hall 10 years later needing his help. What will happen? Will he help her?

[Aprils _ Bookheaven · Rating 5 out of 5]

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Unholy Gods : Reclaiming Her is a Dark Urban Romance between two step siblings ( not Blood related ) Phoenyx ' Nyx' Beckham and Saraya 'Raya' Abbott.

Nyx is one of the four Heirs (Gods) of Nyte's Hall who rules the town and runs ' Unholy Club ' with his friends. Nyx & Raya were each other's first love and inseparable but due to some misunderstanding , they broke up and got separated. That incident changed Phoenyx to Nyx - Powerful, Ruthless, Unhinged.

Saraya came back asking for his help. He hates her for what she did but couldn't stop himself from wanting her. When secrets and truths from the past were revealed and he got a second chance with her, he was determined to make it up to her and hell bent on reclaiming her as his.

Nyx is Possessive, Protective, Dominant & Fillthy Mouthed Anti-Hero. Raya is Strong, Stubborn and Sassy female. Nyx can be Phoenyx only for Raya and shows his tender side only to her. He can die for her and unalive anyone who tries to hurt her. Raya can be submissive for him but she can be headstrong while facing Nyx when she doesn't want to bend to his wishes. They both are perfectly made for each other .

I love their banter, tender moments & intense emotions ❤️ The steamy scenes between them were so hot 🔥🔥and Nyx's pleasurable punishments 🤭🫠

They have to face many enemies and ghosts of the past but they have each other and
Support from their friends. I like other 3 Heirs and Amara too.

This book is so amazing with a good storyline, twists, secrets, action, emotions and spice - everything.

* Please Check the Trigger Warning before reading.

TROPES :

🖤 Step Siblings
💀 Anti - Hero
🖤 Miscommunication
💀 Forbidden
🖤 Second Chance
💀 Touch her & ☠️
🖤 Enemies To Lovers
💀 Possessive MMC
🖤Sassy FMC
💀 Secrets and revelations

[Claire Purkis · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have been looking forward to reading this and it doesnt disapoint. The relationship between Nyx and Saraya is hot, complex but passionate and I love the banter she develops with the other heirs. This book comes with triggers for a reason. I do like a bit of torture where deserved and this book gives it twice! The scenes are well described and you can imagine yourself there.

The supporting characters really make up the background of this book. You can tell the heirs felt there was more to Saraya's actions than what Nyx was lead to believe. The introduction of Amara is great and I love her character and can't wait to read more on her story.

There is spice aplenty as expected, as well as many triggering scenes, plenty of betrayals and revalations. This book kept me hooked from the start and I can't wait to read more.

[Cal D · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book was a dark and twisted introduction to the Gods of Nyte’s Hall!

THOUGHTS 💭
🖤 These “brothers” are dangerous, lustful, and loyal. I loved learning bits and pieces of each of these “Heirs.”
🖤 The spice is SPICIN’ from the first chapter. 🥵
🖤 Step siblings is such a wonderfully forbidden trope. Combining that with forced proximity and a mafia-esque vibe worked wonderfully!
🖤 Our MMC Nyx is possessive of, protective of, and obsessed with our FMC Raya and has been for most of their lives.
🖤 Raya runs off and gets into trouble; Nyx goes to save her with a grin on his face and love for his sassy woman.
🖤 I loved watching Raya gain confidence in herself and her power as this book went on. She proved herself to be a worthy partner for Nyx.
🖤 I found this book to be a bit slow in places.
🖤 There was a HEA, but it was a rather abrupt ending.

Overall, I enjoyed this read!

[Kristie Mineo · Rating 4 out of 5]

Reclaiming her was such an amazing book 📚comparing how spicy Stacy can get in her books 😁 I give this a 4 on the spice level.
This story is a forbidden love between the step siblings Phoenyx and Saraya. And even though she betrayed him he still wants her because it was always her. But at the same time there was betrayal and he can’t trust her. However, No one can have Saraya. It’s a touch her and die kind of thing…. There is so much banter, secrets, plot twist oh and let’s not forget about Little Devil Aka Amara. She is such a badA** that handles business when it needs to be handled and she has some fu**ed up ways of handling it lol…
make sure before you grab your copy that you check your trigger warnings…

[Dawn Meece · Rating 5 out of 5]

OMG Stacy has done it yet again and created a new series that has a lot forbidden tropes in it. Let’s just say that there is a lot that happens when Nyx and Saraya come back together after their parents forbids their relationship when they are younger. Let’s just say that when everything is said and done when they come together it gets spicy 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️ between them. But I most definitely recommend that you check your triggers before you start to make sure this is good fit for you. But if you don’t have any triggers then please start read this series because it’s going to be getting better and spicier as it goes.

[Nicole Brittany · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow Stacy has done it again with the first book in The Unholy Gods series. Reclaiming Her did not disappoint. This book literally checked All the boxes. This tells the forbidden love story of Saraya and Nyx. The obstacles Raya goes through and still comes out so strong. And Nyx all he wants is his little lamb even though he won’t admit it. This book was well worth the wait. If you’re looking for an amazing read with all the right triggers this one is for you. But make sure to check those triggers and if you can get past those this is the one for you. Wow Stacy amazing!!!! Can not wait for the rest of the series!!!!

[Liza · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved it!! Stacy Rush would probably be my favourite author to date!
Warning about the book. Read all warnings before reading as there are a lot of triggers in this novel. But this is what I love about Stacy's writing. It is always so creative. The way she makes one feel the emotions as they are reading is phenomenal.
Unholy Gods is no exception. There were a few twists that I didn't see coming at all. It's a sexy, dirty (in a good way), dom behaviours, and everything in one kind of book. The characters were... well, characters in that sense. Different from anything I have ever read, but it added to the story, and honestly, I look forward to reading to their stories also. I loved Nyx and Saraya. The way they stayed true in their love for all those years is just heartwarming. Highly recommended this book!

[Jessica Barnett · Rating 5 out of 5]

Omg this story was amazing. I had moment where I had my mouth drop, laughed my butt off, cried like a baby and threw my kindle clear across the room. I fell in love with Raya and Nyn. I also fell in love the the God little devil. I can't wait to read more about her. I can't believe that we have to wait for the next book. I have read four of Stacy's book so far and I can say I will keep coming back for more. The way that she writes these dark romances it is just perfect. Please read the Trigger warning. If you don't you will be shocked at times. IF YOU LOVE THE DARK TWISTED TABOO ROMANCE THIS ONE IS FOR YOU. I will be getting a physical copy to put on my bookshelf. I am obsessed with the cover and this story.

[♥︎Obsidian°Scorpio°Reads♥︎ · Rating 5 out of 5]

Holy Stacy!.

What a wonderful job!. From the first page, this put me in a trance that I didn't want to come out of. From the unhinged Amara to the laughable loving Cray. The twist and turns in this kept me on my toes. Nyx is a force to recon with, that's for sure. Then we have the oh sweet loving trama ridden Raya. She has been through so much and gets the shit end of the stick at first, but this is all to change in do time. Overall, I loved this so much❣️

⚠️Please be mindful of triggers⚠️

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[Melanie · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely devoured this book! It's a standalone, but it is book 1 of an interconnected series. I am obsessed with Nyx from the beginning. He is a dark, broody character who is one of the 4 Heirs. His stepsister shows up at his doorstep needing help. He decides she will pay for what she did years ago. This book is dark and delicious, and I absolutely recommend it! Please read the trigger warnings before diving in!

[Amy Killian · Rating 5 out of 5]

What can I say Stacy Rush did it again!!
This is book 1 of a 5 book series,Unholy Gods. This first book follows Saraya and Phoenix… and let me just tell you… you’re gunna love their story! He thinks she’s betrayed him in the worse way… until he learns the truth. It’s hot and cold with these two. There’s twists, there’s romance, there’s fights ,there’s spice, there are definitely some triggers so please read them! I can’t wait to read the rest of the series and see more of the Nytes Hall Heirs !!
Nyx is my new favorite MMC of Stacy’s gang and I hope he becomes your as well!

[Kelly Cox · Rating 5 out of 5]

Stacy Rush does it again!!!!
Her new series Unholy Gods, Reclaiming Her did not disappoint
Forbidden Love
Step Siblings
Second Chances
All the things……we follow Phoenyx/Nyx Beckham one of the heirs to Nyte’s Hall and Saraya his step sister
Told from dual POV of Nyx & Raya we watch as their world gets twisted up in reclaiming what always should of been

Lots of spice, friendship loyalty, love and villains to hate

Get your copy today❣️🥵

[Sammi Jo · Rating 5 out of 5]

Here comes Stacey with ANOTHER AMAZING BOOK! I don’t want to put any spoilers but I love love looooove how strong the female character is and the spice! Please make sure you are reading ALLLLLL of the triggers!!!! It’s another perfect dark romance by the QUEEN herself. I’m hooked and can’t wait for more!!

[Jennifer · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love Stacy Rush’s stories. This is no exception. It took me a little bit to get into the story, but once it hit…it was hitting! You really fall for the main characters and the side characters are great too, I can’t wait to learn more of their stories! Can’t wait to keep reading this series!

[Ameriah Rain · Rating 5 out of 5]

Reclaiming her the first in Stacy Rush’s Unholy Gods is SPICY and amazingly written. This book had me hanging on every page, every kink, every word! I didn’t want to put this book down and I am eagerly waiting for the next one. I fear, that’s all I’m going to think about is the next one :)

[Laura Gorry · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book is a dark romance so please make sure you read the trigger warnings first.
This book did take me a few chapters to get in to but afterwards I couldn’t put it down. It’s very addictive!
Loved the writing style and characters. Very well written. A must read!!

[Teddi · Rating 5 out of 5]

I just finished this late last night. And wow!! This was my first book by Stacy. It had me from the start. This book follows Nyx & Saraya, Childhood bestfriends since the 5th or 6th grade. Turned Enemies to lovers. It was very dark, twisted and the SPICE was spicing’ 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️. Once it got more into the story line I could not put it down. And it was so hard not to fall in love with the other Heirs as well. I can’t wait to read their stories and hopefully one with Amara. I would definitely recommend this book and can’t wait for it to be released.

[Misty H · Rating 5 out of 5]

I’m new to this author but after this book I’m hooked. I can’t wait for all the other characters books in this series. Nyx and Saraya are step siblings and end up having feelings for each other as teenagers. Secrets and cruelty pull them apart for years and then one day things change. They end up back in each other’s lives but they hate each other. This story has a great plot, great side characters, banter, lots of SPICE, and is a great read. The little devil is one of my favorite characters in this book. Great beginning of a new series and I can’t wait for the rest.