Bella Klaus is an avid fan of paranormal and urban fantasy featuring sultry-as-sin supernatural heroes and heroines not afraid to stand up to them.
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Her first series is the Blood Fire Saga, a set of fast-paced stories where the natural and supernatural worlds collide. If you enjoy steamy romance, twists and turns and supernatural mysteries, you’ll love Return of the Vampire King its sequels.
When Bella isn’t crafting stories about magic, she lives in Central London with her inamorata, enjoys True Blood, Supernatural, and The Vampire Diaries, and hopes to one day craft the perfect chocolate cocktail.
What an epic conclusion to Hades and Kore's story. I mean, Bella Klaus seems to keep slaying it with every story she puts out in the Blood Fire Saga . The non-stop action, twist and turns had me at the edge of my seat. I can't wait to see more from this amazing world!!
A fantastic ending to the Persephone and Hades saga. This book is filled with twists and turns, ups and downs, and your emotions will be on edge at all times!
I can't give much away because there is so much going on and the spoiler factor is high, but I will say that we get all the answers that we want in this epic ending. There is one amazing twist at the end of the book that makes me hope the next tale deals with Lucifer, but only time will tell!
The storytelling is unbelievable here, you really feel immersed in the book and you can picture the realms clearly. Each character brings something to the story and we are never left wanting. It flows really nicely and has a great pace to it. I absolutely loved Hades and Kora together and thought they made an excellent team throughout the series, but especially in this book.
This is a great book to read for fans of Hades and Persephone tales, as well as anyone interested in gods and goddesses. A fantastic PNR story that is a part of a shared universe with other supernatural creatures.
Debauched is the third and final book in Bella Klaus’s Hades and Persephone trilogy. This book is packed with a lot of twists, drama, and danger as Samael and Demeter are taking things to another level. Demeter will do anything to get Kora back and that includes blackmail. Samael will do anything to reclaim all of Hell for himself and the power that it holds to make him an undefeatable force. Kora is running out of time as she is told again and again that her current vessel can only last so much longer before it gives out. Her true vessel is that of Persephone, but can she risk going back into her mother’s hands and be able to return to Hades unscathed? Debauched is one crazy page-turner of a novel. The author grabbed me from the beginning, where things left off, and basically said “hang on.” The 5th Faction is under attack by Demeter and Samael. Demeter is using everything in her power to manipulate and hurt Hades in order to get back Kora. I have to applaud Demeter for how relentless she is in her pursuit. A part of me wanted to think...she has got to be getting tired of this but let’s be real...she’s been doing this for thousands of years...she’s dedicated at this point. I love how Kora and Hades relationship really grows in this book. Past mistakes are brought to light and they deal with them. I like that Kora has a good amount of sense (most of the time) and that she learns how to keep her head in more situations. The dynamics of the variety of characters are really well done as well. There are some surprising moments that really help add to the storyline. I only really have a couple of complaints about this book. When Hades is dealing with a particular attack from Demeter I got a bit annoyed that Kora seems to so quickly forget that he needs rest to try and stay alive, but they keep “falling” into bed. Kora isn’t that forgetful so it was a bit disappointing that she would be so quick to let that information essentially go in one ear and out the other. At the end of the day, I literally devoured this book. I was going to beg the author for Lucifer to finally have his happy ending, but it seems from the little hint we get that that’s exactly what he’s finally going to get. I can’t wait to read it. I’m rating this book 5 out of 5 stars. I didn’t love everything about this book, but it’s honestly one that I’m glad that I didn’t miss. Right now, this series is easily my favorite out of the two that I’ve read and I’m looking forward to more from this author in the future.
We are at the end of this series, and I think this concluding title is the best in the series. Kora’s mother is on a quest to get her back, and Kora’s stepfather is on a quest to rule Hell. And they will both use any method to complete their quests up to and including using children. That last was a surprise, but you’ll have to read this to find out what I mean. LOL! I really like how Kora has grown as a character throughout the series, and I love her and Hades’ relationship. I hate it when authors use the old “I’ve done something and haven’t told you and now you’ve found out about it and hate me” trope, and this author didn’t do that in this one (again, you’ll have to read this to find out what I mean) which I really appreciate. All in all, this is a fun, steamy, well-written conclusion and I’m really looking forward to Lucifer’s book! Highly recommend. I was provided a complimentary copy which I voluntarily reviewed.
I have really enjoyed this twist on the Hades and Persephone myth, and this book is a fantastic end to the series. The action picks up right where the last book left off and keeps going for the entire book. Kora shows a strength and development that is amazing for someone who, less than a month ago, had only been interested in falling in love before she dies! It's also strange to think that so much action over the series took place is such a short space of time! I'll be keeping an eye out for more from this author in future!
I liked this book a lot more than the second. It flowed well together and the plot line connected and made sense throughout the story. I love Hades and Kora and I’m glad that even though she got her memories back, she didn’t change who she was. I wish there was more detail on Macaria’s relationship with Kora and Hades. Lucifer is great, I’m obsess with him. I loved the little snips at Azrael from Hades too. Wish Demeter died but I understand why she didn’t, it does leave more for the reader too. Really enjoyed it
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What a final book!! It’s just grabbed me and pulled me back into this incredible world, a world that’s full of action, suspense, surprises, betrayal, family and of course love. It’s a fantastic conclusion to this epic series and the characters are just fantastic, the twists and turns gripping, the storyline entertaining and we did get our answers! A fantastic saga!
Wow everything got thrown into this finale. So many plot twists it certainly kept me on my toes and i loved that! Im not letting out any spoilers because apart from them being really good it would really spoil the loose ends that were tied up nicely. It was a cracking ending though and im looking forward to Lucifer's books now
I totally loved this book, it was such a wicked twist filled ride. From the start where we pick up where the last book ended to the great ending that we are thrust out at. Totally amazing characters in Kora and Hades and an excellent storyline.
Wow this book is full of surprises all the way to the end. Bella did an awesome job with her Hades and Persephone retelling. Loved every minute of this series
Meh…these books were a nice way to pass the time, but I’m not super enthusiastic. I can’t really put my finger in what is making me feel this way. I didn’t find the relationship between Hades and Kora satisfying for some reason. I just still feel like Persephone and Kora are two different women and Hades loves them both…and I hate OW in my books. I know technically they are one woman, but Kora just feels like the ‘other woman’ because she is different from Persephone. ⭐️⭐️⭐️
Greek mythology is one of those things I love. I can hate certain Gods (especially the lightning wielders) with a burning passion, but I love the stories, the drama, the pain, the hurt, the humanity. One of my favorite tales is Hades and Persephone, so when I could get arcs for this series there was no way I could say no. I really enjoyed the first two books in the series and I was really looking forward to the final one. Yesterday I could FINALLY read it.
Bella Klaus did an amazing job with this trilogy. All three books are entertaining and exciting from start to finish. There are no dull moments, there is constantly something happening, characters are constantly scheming and there are always a few surprises lined up. In this last book Klaus manages to really bring all the different pieces of the puzzle together. Every loose end is tied up quite nicely and when I closed the book I had a smile on my face.
Partly because it really feels like Klaus brought the story full circle. Although this is a retelling of Hades and Persephone Klaus added a lot of her own. She added some mythology, she therefore added a few characters and she twisted some well known element from the original tale. Because of all the added mythology there was a lot of work to do in this book. A war had to be ended, villains had to be defeated and memories had to be restored.
But despite all the plot that had to be solved and done, Klaus didn't forget her characters. I love the version of Hades she has written. Hades is dangerous and dark. He doesn't always do things right and he can be threatening, but he has a heart and a soul and the balance is wonderful to read and get to know! She also matched him with the perfect heroine. Stubborn, fierce and not someone who just bows and accepts. She also had quite a journey, with ups and downs and wins and losses, but the person she became is wonderful.
I'm quite sad that the story is over actually. I would have wanted more!
Wow! I fell in love with Hades during the ‘Blood Fire Saga’, which meant I had very high expectations for this trilogy and it absolutely delivered and even surpassed them at times.
This book has an epic mythology twist and manages to feel completely real and plausible. Klaus has more talent than most authors combined. Editing is professional and the writing is nearly flawless without so much as an overused word or phrase.
There’s action, true love, real feels, adventure, real-world cross-overs, multiple-series crossovers, mystery, ‘pets’ (really, hellcats) who steal the show, foodspiration, fight scenes, epic world-building … and a million more things I could never begin to list.
This was an incredible end to a trilogy I happily put my life on hold to devour and probably one of my favorite series of all time.
ALL the stars. ⭐️ ��️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
Note: This would make an absolutely SCORCHING audiobook.
I love Hades/Persephone stories & was stoked to find this one (at first). If you see my Goodreads, I seldom leave full reviews, but when I DNF, I feel it’s important to explain why. I must give props to the proper use of grammar and writing- this was well-edited.
The first book had a good world-building, relationship-capturing nature, and I read with continued interest. Book two reverted back to what seemed like should have been an earlier relationship-build between Hades and Kora, with Kora reverting to this timid “blushing bride” type FMC. But by book 3, Kora’s character was annoying- her still “offended” snarky little timid comments and reactions towards Hades- nearly creating a weak character depiction of him- had me frustrated. I just couldn’t invest any more time. I tried to skim and speed- read through, but her character continued to grate on my nerves. So I finally DNF’d.
okay, i was a whole speed reader today & read this whole trilogy in almost one sitting so… I will only write ONE review for all three books bc im lazy!! - so i LOVE greek mythology, ive done projects on mythology and specifically ones on hades and persephone/kore, so this immediately had my interest. i get 90% of my books from tiktok, like I save videos every once in a while and then when I see another video reminding me of it and it attracts me well enough I go snd read it like obsessively, so today I was on a magic & mythology kick and it was EVERYTHING. i love the writing style, i love the development of tje relationship, also this man GROVELING?? that was fun. i seriously need more of some of the side characters so I’ll be reading more Bella Klaus books soon. 5/5 for all three books, really recommend for fantasy/fiction with romance.
As much as I did not like Hades' character in the first book (and the whole series dedicated to Mera), I have to admit he finally showed something worthy of acknowledging and accepting him as a marginally decent guy. Even appreciate him for the love he has held for Persephone. Kora developed fast after reuniting her body and memories with her original self, transforming into a fierce fighter while still maintaining the core of her heart unchanged. The conclusion with Samael's defeat was rather poetic and satisfactory, though I have to say that considering that the whole trilogy happened within one month, having a closure (epilogue) after ten years felt a bit odd and with too much time passed. Nevertheless, it was a solid read and a good finale to this series.
Kora is going to do anything to save Hades, the man she said she'd never love.
Kora isn't going anywhere without a plan, Hades has taught her that and soo much more. This is her time to bring all of her broken pieces together, and make herself into the queen she'll need to be, for the fifth faction of Hell. The characters are funny, sarcastic, full of sass, sexual as hell, and looking to fight for what's theirs. I wish we had more back stories on the other leaders of Hell, where the other members in the paranormal community are, what they're doing, more visuals, and some other back ground would make a clearer setting. I luv these characters, and can't wait to find out what happens in the end.
This was such a brilliant ending to the Hades and Persephone series. I'm really hoping we get Lucifer too cause I adore him, and I hope Kora can help him with his curse. Kora's mother wants to get her back, her 'stepfather' wants to take over Hell and Kora wants to save Hades no matter what. Kora has grown so much during the series, from what seemed to be a rather weakened character, to a Queen of Hell within her own right.
I find with this author in particular, that no matter how long a gap there is between books that you are always dragged back into the book, hook, line and sinker. Can't wait for more from this author.
I loved this version of Hades and Persephone's love story. Samael is doing everything he can to take over all the factions of Hell and Kora has to try and keep him at bay all while trying to save Hades. This was a joy to read, it was everything I could have wished for and more. It was so action packed and the final battle had me on the edge of my seat wondering how on earth were they going to get out of this! There was an epilogue at the end to wrap everything up nicely and at the end of the book it says that in the future Lucifer is going to get his own story which I am really looking forward to!
It’s a great story and good characters, but the story drags on. It’s as if the author is dead set on three books and puts so much fluff in the story to make it that big. The story could have easily been 2 well crafted books. This is the second story of hers I have read, I remember the last one dragging out a bit too. I would probably still read books from this author but I will keep I. Mind her ability to prolong stories. If you made it through the other two books then definitely read the last book, at 80% through the book it will finally get good.
A fantastic conclusion to the love story of Persephone & Hades. I absolutely loved the constant action and never knowing what was going to happen next. This book is filled with so many twists and turns, and unexpected surprises you didn't see coming your emotions will be on edge. I don't want to say to much but I will say this everyone got what they deserved. I'm really looking forward to Lucifer's book!! As always my reviewers are totally voluntarily and no monetary compensation was received and the opinions I have expressed are completely my own.
This is book 3 in Klaus' Blood Fire Saga: Hades and Persephone series and OMG! This book is the conclusion and how bitter sweet it is! I absolutely loved this read but hated for it to end! The twists and turns will thrill from the very beginning. This is a series that really needs to be read in order and it will be sure to delight. I loved this read and this series. Klaus is for sure an author to watch for, I can't wait to read more from her!
This book was given to me for free at my request and I provided this voluntary review.
I loved this 3rd and final book in the series. Hades and Kora go through so much in this final story. I couldn't stop reading it. I had to know how it was going to end. So many things going on with the rulers of Hell. Loved how Bella really got into details.
The love that these two have is stronger now than ever before. So excited to begin to read Lucifer's stories. Thanks again Bella Klaus for another great Supernatural story. Enjoy!
What a fantastic ending to a fantastic series about the Hades and Persephone story. I loved the twists and turns, the whole story just came together beautifully. There's lots of emotions in this final book. All your questions will be answered and you'll feel complete with this final book. I loved the characters right till the end. The whole book was great, I enjoyed the journey it took us readers on. There's lots of action and I was so transfixed with the book. Wonderful read! Highly recommend to any Hades fan!
This is the 3rd and final book in this series and it kept me on my toes the entire time. Hades and Kora experience so much in this book. There plenty of ups and downs, twists and turns. I was so engrossed in this book that at times it felt like I couldn’t read fast enough to find out what was going to happen next. Bella Klaus did an absolutely amazing job bringing this series to a close. It is sad to see it end but absolutely fantastic! If you love Hades and Persephone retellings I highly recommend this series!! 🖤💜
*I received a free copy of this book which I voluntarily chose to write an honest review for.
This is a great conclusion for this trilogy. Kira and Hades have been through so much yet they still have some more to deal with before they can rest. All of questions get answered and they get their HEA which is always a bonus in my book I loved the details given throughout as well as the creative twists. Makes for a great read if you enjoy supernatural romance involving the Gods. I really liked it so I give it 4/5 stars.
What a dramatic book. Drama from beginning to end. Kota and Hades make an awesome team despite the ups downs rounds and rounds of their relationship. Without memories Kora has no idea what she is capable of so will she be able to help Hades keep his fraction of hell. A great plot line with both lovable and wicked characters who you just want to shout at throughout the pages of the book.
I absolutely loved this series! I loved everything about Kora and Hades. Koras development throughout the series was amazing, she went from a naive girl to a badass woman! I loved Hades softer side and how much he protected everyone. I also found my new religion (thank you google…. Yes I actually had to google it haha) PASTAFARIAN FOR LIFE hehe
This has been a fantastic mythology retelling focusing on Hades and Persephone! Debauched was the perfect conclusion for Kora and Hades. It was great seeing Kora's growth throughout, and she even changed Hades a bit. Although, he was still his protective and crabby self overall. There were a lot of nail biting moments full of action and suspense, and of course, got to love the romance. I can't wait to read more books delving into more characters set in this world!