The Birth of The Demon: A Thorneverse Prequel (The Ruin Series Book 3)

He was never given a name.Born in a basement. Raised in chains. Called "Demon" by the man who should have protected him.For eighteen years, he survived in the dark — learning that love was a lie, mercy was weakness, and the only way out was through.This is the story of how a boy became the monster everyone already believed he was.This is how Hades Thorne was born.A standalone prequel to The Ruin Series. Can be read before, after, or independent of the main books.Content warning: This book contains graphic depictions of child abuse, captivity, violence, and trauma. Reader discretion is strongly advised. Read more