ARC Review Obsidian by Jennifer Armentrout

OBSIDIAN

A Lux Novel by Jennifer ArmentroutDecember 6th 2011 by Entangled Publishing
ISBN13  9781937044237 

Starting over sucks.

When we moved to West Virginia right before my senior year, I’d pretty much resigned myself to thick accents, dodgy internet access, and a whole lot of boring…. until I spotted my hot neighbor, with his looming height and eerie green eyes. Things were looking up.

And then he opened his mouth.

Daemon is infuriating. Arrogant. Stab-worthy. We do not get along. At all. But when a stranger attacks me and Daemon literally freezes time with a wave of his hand, well, something…unexpected happens.

The hot alien living next door marks me.

You heard me. Alien. Turns out Daemon and his sister have a galaxy of enemies wanting to steal their abilities, and Daemon’s touch has me lit up like the Vegas Strip. The only way I’m getting out of this alive is by sticking close to Daemon until my alien mojo fades.

If I don’t kill him first, that is

My thoughts: 

Daemon and Katy’s relationship is white hot and explosive - lighting an infuriating passion that makes your pulse pound. Obsidian is far from predictable with its distinct characters, unique plot and thrilling action.

I really liked Katy – she is a book blogger too! I couldn’t help but smile every time she thought about her blog and the little thrill of excitement she got when making a post. I am sure she is going to have many fans and perhaps inspire future bloggers.

Katy has a strong personality that comes through the writing with such perfection I wonder if Jennifer Armentrout is channeling her inner teen. I could only wish I was as brave and bold as Katy is.

Daemon, ugh, where to start? One minute you want to kick him in the shin and the next throw yourself at him. Sometimes the two emotions are simultaneous leaving you to wonder if he really is a big butthead or a soft hearted sweetie. Through little unguarded glimpses of Daemon you get to see his tender side and honestly, you can’t help but like him, sometimes.

I liked the ending of Obsidian, it offers enough closure that you feel satisfied with the story and still asking questions about what will happen. There is still enough developed plot to carry the storyline into a strong second novel.
What I didn’t like: There was a lot of swearing. (Even for me, the closet potty mouth)

Would I buy this book? Absolutely! Obsidian will be in my top ten for this year. Jennifer Armentrout is proving to be one of my favorite authors. Sure hope she makes it out west for some book signings some day, I would love to meet her.

Would I recommend Obsidian to a teen? Yes. I loved Obsidian as an adult and know that it would be a favorite for the teen me too. As I mentioned there is swearing and one passionate kiss turned make-out scene.

Obsidian is the first book in The Lux Trilogy, books two and three are untitled and will be released by Entangled Publishing in 2012.

I give Obsidian by Jennifer Armentrout five skullies - it is a definite “pre order it now!” book.

 

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