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amanda1793's review against another edition
4.0
Wow. This series is so amazing. There are almost no words for it. But yet I still only give the books four stars. Why you may ask? Because I find that the books still draw a lot from other series and books I've read. This books was more it's own story, as in not as many references to books like Twilight or the Sookie Stackhouse series, which was wicked.
A lot happened in this book. some really toned down training montages, some surprises that weren't surprises because we know those characters, some events that are pivotal to both the series and the relationship in the series.
Great series. I now have to read the next on and the prequel on my ereader...
A lot happened in this book. some really toned down training montages, some surprises that weren't surprises because we know those characters, some events that are pivotal to both the series and the relationship in the series.
Great series. I now have to read the next on and the prequel on my ereader...
kathydavie's review against another edition
5.0
Third in the Lux science fiction romance series for young adults and revolving around a group of young aliens who have just rescued one of their own.
CAUTION: You may want to wait until Origin comes out as the ending is...well...absolutely horrifying. I had to dive into another, lighter book to ease off the shakes!
My Take
Whoaaa. Armentrout had me up in arms. I just wanted to kill the little schmuck! He was so totally clueless about why anyone would be angry. I mean, he said he was sorry… Arghhh.
Armentrout provides a series of twists that kept me wondering, hoping, fearing, and all on the edge of my seat in spite of what is really a basic storyline---it wasn't until I started looking over my notes that I realized how really basic the story was.
Her characters felt much more real in this one. Or maybe I'm just enjoying a less-stupid Kat...hmm…
Armentrout is setting the series up for some new issues, well, besides Kat's latest problem, and Dawson's return to school triggers a whole mess of new problems.
I am curious...if Daedalus changes the codes every other day, then how is it that the passwords they use one day are still good months later? What's the deal with the club? The bouncer has me questioning things and Kat feels something off there? Then there's Luc's comment that last time. Whose side is he on?
I dunno why no one is questioning who turned their classmate. Why is everyone just hanging around waiting for the DoD to show up? Why not hit the road and hide? Then there are those changes that Kat is terrified of.
Gawd, a good example of why you shouldn't let pride make your decisions. Get brave and just suck it up.
The Story
They've just rescued Dawson, and no one is really sure how to deal with this new, changed triplet. Worse, Dee is furious with Kat. The lies. Adam. Blake.
The Characters
Katy Swartz, a high school student and book reviewer/blogger, was changed when Daemon saved her life (Obsidian, 1). Now, if the Department of Defense (DoD) finds out about her new powers, she'll be a target for them. Kat's mom is a nurse at the hospital where she met Will.
Daemon Black is a gorgeous, prickly Luxen. A triplet along with the miserable Dee and the just-rescued Dawson (Onyx, 2) obsessed with rescuing his human girlfriend, Bethany.
Blake Saunders was only posing as the new kid at school. He actually works for Daedalus, and they wanted Kat. Luc is a hybrid who got away; he's willing to help. For a price. Paris is the Luxen who saved him.
Ketterman High
Carissa and Lesa are Kat's friends at school; Dee refuses to speak to any of them since events in Onyx, 2. Simon Cutters was the football player who took Kat to the prom in Obsidian, 1. A total jerk who has gone missing, and the good guys believe Blake killed him.
Ash Thompson is another Luxen and had been dating Daemon. She and her brother, Andrew, hate Kat. They hate her even more since she caused Adam's death in Onyx, 2. Matthew Garrison is the "adult" Luxen who is masquerading as their biology teacher. Ethan Smith is an Elder in the Luxen community, their president.
Luxen are beings made of light able to assume the persona of a human, and they are refugees under the observation of the Department of Defense; any human who penetrates their secret existence is removed by the DoD.
Daedalus is a division within the DoD in charge of overseeing mutated humans and appears to be run by Nancy Husher. They are taking humans saved by Luxen, using them for their own ends. If they can't find those who voluntarily save a human, Daedalus will set them up to be turned, arrange for life-threatening injuries, force the couple to work for them. Officer Lane is with the DoD and charged with overseeing the Luxen in West Virginia, turning a blind eye as he looks forward to his pension. Dr. Will Michaels, a doctor at the hospital where Kat's mom works, had used her mother to get to Kat. He's an implant working for Daedalus and tortured Kat to force Daemon to heal him. Make him like Kat and Blake.
The Arum are enemies of the Lux. A people of shadow, they crave the energy that makes up the life of a Luxen. Some are working for the DoD.
The Cover
The cover is a great metaphor of events in the story and indicative of where their relationship is going---intimate at the lake. Both all in black and a gorgeous, five-o'clock-shadowed Daemon is carrying a very content Kat. I do like that light in his blue eyes; it seems very Luxen.
The title is the key to enhanced Luxen powers---Opal.
CAUTION: You may want to wait until Origin comes out as the ending is...well...absolutely horrifying. I had to dive into another, lighter book to ease off the shakes!
My Take
Whoaaa. Armentrout had me up in arms. I just wanted to kill the little schmuck! He was so totally clueless about why anyone would be angry. I mean, he said he was sorry… Arghhh.
Armentrout provides a series of twists that kept me wondering, hoping, fearing, and all on the edge of my seat in spite of what is really a basic storyline---it wasn't until I started looking over my notes that I realized how really basic the story was.
Her characters felt much more real in this one. Or maybe I'm just enjoying a less-stupid Kat...hmm…
Armentrout is setting the series up for some new issues, well, besides Kat's latest problem, and Dawson's return to school triggers a whole mess of new problems.
I am curious...if Daedalus changes the codes every other day, then how is it that the passwords they use one day are still good months later? What's the deal with the club? The bouncer has me questioning things and Kat feels something off there? Then there's Luc's comment that last time. Whose side is he on?
I dunno why no one is questioning who turned their classmate. Why is everyone just hanging around waiting for the DoD to show up? Why not hit the road and hide? Then there are those changes that Kat is terrified of.
Gawd, a good example of why you shouldn't let pride make your decisions. Get brave and just suck it up.
The Story
They've just rescued Dawson, and no one is really sure how to deal with this new, changed triplet. Worse, Dee is furious with Kat. The lies. Adam. Blake.
The Characters
Katy Swartz, a high school student and book reviewer/blogger, was changed when Daemon saved her life (Obsidian, 1). Now, if the Department of Defense (DoD) finds out about her new powers, she'll be a target for them. Kat's mom is a nurse at the hospital where she met Will.
Daemon Black is a gorgeous, prickly Luxen. A triplet along with the miserable Dee and the just-rescued Dawson (Onyx, 2) obsessed with rescuing his human girlfriend, Bethany.
Blake Saunders was only posing as the new kid at school. He actually works for Daedalus, and they wanted Kat. Luc is a hybrid who got away; he's willing to help. For a price. Paris is the Luxen who saved him.
Ketterman High
Carissa and Lesa are Kat's friends at school; Dee refuses to speak to any of them since events in Onyx, 2. Simon Cutters was the football player who took Kat to the prom in Obsidian, 1. A total jerk who has gone missing, and the good guys believe Blake killed him.
Ash Thompson is another Luxen and had been dating Daemon. She and her brother, Andrew, hate Kat. They hate her even more since she caused Adam's death in Onyx, 2. Matthew Garrison is the "adult" Luxen who is masquerading as their biology teacher. Ethan Smith is an Elder in the Luxen community, their president.
Luxen are beings made of light able to assume the persona of a human, and they are refugees under the observation of the Department of Defense; any human who penetrates their secret existence is removed by the DoD.
Daedalus is a division within the DoD in charge of overseeing mutated humans and appears to be run by Nancy Husher. They are taking humans saved by Luxen, using them for their own ends. If they can't find those who voluntarily save a human, Daedalus will set them up to be turned, arrange for life-threatening injuries, force the couple to work for them. Officer Lane is with the DoD and charged with overseeing the Luxen in West Virginia, turning a blind eye as he looks forward to his pension. Dr. Will Michaels, a doctor at the hospital where Kat's mom works, had used her mother to get to Kat. He's an implant working for Daedalus and tortured Kat to force Daemon to heal him. Make him like Kat and Blake.
The Arum are enemies of the Lux. A people of shadow, they crave the energy that makes up the life of a Luxen. Some are working for the DoD.
The Cover
The cover is a great metaphor of events in the story and indicative of where their relationship is going---intimate at the lake. Both all in black and a gorgeous, five-o'clock-shadowed Daemon is carrying a very content Kat. I do like that light in his blue eyes; it seems very Luxen.
The title is the key to enhanced Luxen powers---Opal.
bringmeadream's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
yodamom's review against another edition
4.0
Deamon, the alien with troubles is still a sexy beast. Phew. Now he is Katy's sexy beast. He is the model boyfriend supportive, attentive, glows in the dark and did I mention he's a sexy beast. He call's her Kitten, purr. Their relationship is finally going forward with about a thousand interruptions. (somebody should learn to use a lock) He struggles with his distant brother and his need to get Beth, his girlfriend back from the evil bad. Then to make matter worse, several somebodies that nobody wanted to see again come back to town, and they bring nothing but trouble.
Katy's faced with her growing issues of troubles. Her BFF is no more, another friend is missing, her mother still loves Will, a turdwad comes back into her life, she is still a virgin and she's finally get's mad and stops being such a wimpy little victim. In the end she still trusted to much. She has not learned the fine art of communication. This girl could have saved herself so much pain if she just spoke up.
The rest of the characters ? Dee's pissy, Ash is Bitchy, Andrew didn't do much, Matthew didn't either. They faded into the back ground for me in this book. Except for two evil nasty, dirty, rotten, flesh bags of wasted space,that shall remain un-named.
GASP !-Last page thought * What, no way, really ? Holy black cave of horrors, stupid trusting idiots, twisted back stabbing turdwad, Why didn't you run faster...omg.* Ms. Arementrout, I hate/love you. You evil twisted cliffhanger writing goddess. It was a thrilling adventure, some beautiful moments finally happened, and then my heart was tossed out onto the highway !
Katy's faced with her growing issues of troubles. Her BFF is no more, another friend is missing, her mother still loves Will, a turdwad comes back into her life, she is still a virgin and she's finally get's mad and stops being such a wimpy little victim. In the end she still trusted to much. She has not learned the fine art of communication. This girl could have saved herself so much pain if she just spoke up.
The rest of the characters ? Dee's pissy, Ash is Bitchy, Andrew didn't do much, Matthew didn't either. They faded into the back ground for me in this book. Except for two evil nasty, dirty, rotten, flesh bags of wasted space,that shall remain un-named.
GASP !-Last page thought * What, no way, really ? Holy black cave of horrors, stupid trusting idiots, twisted back stabbing turdwad, Why didn't you run faster...omg.* Ms. Arementrout, I hate/love you. You evil twisted cliffhanger writing goddess. It was a thrilling adventure, some beautiful moments finally happened, and then my heart was tossed out onto the highway !
elcanaldevenecia's review against another edition
5.0
The end....
OMG!!! How could you do this? Why???? D: !!
OMG!!! How could you do this? Why???? D: !!
shes_book_obsessed's review against another edition
4.0
Opal
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
No! Wait!! They can’t just leave her there, and omg that cliffhanger. No!! I need to know what happens next
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
No! Wait!! They can’t just leave her there, and omg that cliffhanger. No!! I need to know what happens next
yukarin's review against another edition
3.0
3.5 Stars
These endless repetions, these super stupid characters..... got on my nerves.
I liked Katys development in the previous books but here she is indecisive and stupid 99% of the time. Daemon also enerves with his two modi: super arrogant (I would have killed him already) and super caring which aren't traits that work together. It feels like no character development happened on his side or even that he has no traits. Due to this, I needed a few breaks from the story because of the nervefullness.
These endless repetions, these super stupid characters..... got on my nerves.
I liked Katys development in the previous books but here she is indecisive and stupid 99% of the time. Daemon also enerves with his two modi: super arrogant (I would have killed him already) and super caring which aren't traits that work together. It feels like no character development happened on his side or even that he has no traits. Due to this, I needed a few breaks from the story because of the nervefullness.
kerithesmutslut's review against another edition
3.0
The ending was hardcore tense, but I didn’t connect with this book like I did the previous 2 books. It was kinda boring until the end. I’m also getting frustrated with every single ending of these books ending in a high anxiety cliffhanger. It’s great for wanting to start the next book, but it’s just a little too frustrating for my taste lol.
magencorrie's review against another edition
5.0
5 Holy alien babies of awesomeness out of 5!!
*Warning: This review may contain spoilers if you have not read this book or the other books in the series*
Opal, Opal, Opal…Purely, breathtakingly amazing. That is Opal. Writing this review is going to be hard. Why? ‘Cause this book was AWESOME! That’s why! Jennifer can spin a tale like nobody’s business. She took me one hell of a ride with this book, and she proved that even the third book in a series can be remarkable.
I cried, I laughed, I rejoice, I sympathized with the characters. I became a part of this series, a part of this world. The world that Jennifer created and I loved every second of it.
‘” Simmer down, Kitten, before I have to get you a ball of yarn to play with.”’
Love has always been stronger. Katy and Daemon are proof of that.
With the past behind them, and a new future set out for them, they both are ready to face it, together. But they know it won’t be easy. Not with the enemies they have, and the secrets they must keep safe.
Dawson’s back and he is not the same.
Dee is handling the loss of someone so dear to her, and she’s not the same Dee anymore.
And the DOD aren't what they say they are, and they aren't the only enemy Katy and Daemon need to
watch out for. Then, someone who shouldn't be making an appearance does and things for Katy and Daemon just got even tougher.
They will show everyone they are meant for each other, and they will protect one another. No matter the cost.
Because their love is their greatest strength.
‘”You burn bright, to me at least, and I know you could handle it, but the last thing I want is your light to be tainted by something so dark.”’
You know that feeling you get on Christmas morning when you were a child? The excitement, anticipation, and hopefulness that bubbles up in your stomach, which causes you to be extremely giddy, maybe even causing you to dance a little jig. And then you awake, and rush down to hall to all those glories presents, hoping and wishing. Your whole body building with excitement, so thick you feel it. Then, as you slowly open each gift, that excitement just builds and builds, consumes you. Each gift perfect and what you wanted, but you know that somewhere among the countless toys is the one you have been hoping, praying and begging your parents for. That one gift that will make all others pale in comparison. Just thinking about it as you rip the paper off each gift, eagerness consuming you. Then, as you get to that last present, your hands shake with exhilaration. Then you rip the paper off like there will be no tomorrow, and there in your hands, the gift you would have sold your left kidney for. Angels sing, light falls from above. The present you wanted, hoped for, right in your hands. The excitement overwhelms you! Well, that’s how I feel whenever I hold one of Jennifer L. Armentrout’s books. And Opal was that present that made all overs pale in comparison.
Maybe that was a bit over dramatic but I don’t care, I will sale my left kidney to have all of her books, like, right now! Opal was just everything I wanted, hoped and wished for. But, it was even better than I expected. Jennifer, she is amazing, and can deliver a story. It’s in her blood.
Katy and Daemon are back and better than ever. Both have grown, and I am so, so happy with where they are. Yes, they are finally getting past their walls and are in a relationship. Now, they still butt heads, that’s just Daemon and Katy. Who would they be if they didn't and honestly, I love it. Now, though, they work together, as best as they can. They are a couple and it shines through brightly. I loved it!! Now, Katy is still a force to be reckoned with, smart mouthed and my kind of heroine. Plus, she’s a book blogger and I honestly love that. I feel that makes her more real and more relate-able. I have always loved this character, I might have a bit of a girl crush on her... Then you have Deamon. Mr. Daemon Black. Dear Lord. That boy. (Excuse while I fan myself) Even though I still wanna smack him some times, yes his infuriating personality is still there, he really has a cute and soft side. Which I loved seeing. And just like in Onyx we get to see another side of this trinity of hot boys. And you will be swept away. He swept me away, that’s for sure. There is some much I love about him!! Katy and Daemon have both grown and have become so amazing in my eyes. They have been tested and challenged, but through it all, they stand so strong. That just makes me love this couple even more.
Dawson is also back, and I have always liked him. But you can differently see a difference in him. That is to be expected. He has been through so much, and what he experience, no one would be the same. But he does try and Katy helps him. They build a friendship, and I feel this helps him cope with everything. Though, slowly, his relationship with his siblings does starts to repair, slowly. But even though he is home, he needs Bethany to be once again in his arms. And just like Dawson, Dee is overcoming heartbreak. I really miss that bubbly girl we met in the first book and I feel Dee is making decisions that are placing the guilt of losing Adam on Katy. Even though, in my mind, she really isn't the one to blame. But as the story moves, they do try to overcome the wall that is between them. I really hope they do.
One thing I have to point out is Katy’s mom. In most YA’s, the parent(s) are barely there. However, I felt Katy’s mom was actually a mom in this series. She takes an interest in Katy’s and Daemon’s budding relationship, sets rules, and is there for Katy. I loved that! She's a mom that is there as much as she can be!!
What I have also loved about Jennifer’s books, other than her wonderful characters, is her writing style. It sucks me right in and places me smack-dab in the story. Like I have mention, she can spin a tale like a goddess of words! Opal is a fine example of that. With the wonderful characters, twists you never expected, the pacing that is perfect, and just an overall brilliant tale. Opal has it all. I was completed surprised with what happened. However, I must say that that ending WHAT THE EVER LIVING GOD!!! Torture!!!! I need, need the next book. My heart can’t take it.
“You and that damn pen.” “You love it.”
Opal was well worth the wait and agonizing anticipation.
However, I am going to need some serious therapy waiting for the next book.
That ending was just pure torture. Why, Jennifer, why must you do 'that' to your readers...
Opal isn't a book to me, no, it's like another reality, one I am so grateful to get to experience.
To say I love and enjoy this series is an understatement.
Now, the long and torturous wait for the next book begins... Along with a lot of crying and ice cream eating...(that's not extreme or anything....)
*Warning: This review may contain spoilers if you have not read this book or the other books in the series*
Opal, Opal, Opal…Purely, breathtakingly amazing. That is Opal. Writing this review is going to be hard. Why? ‘Cause this book was AWESOME! That’s why! Jennifer can spin a tale like nobody’s business. She took me one hell of a ride with this book, and she proved that even the third book in a series can be remarkable.
I cried, I laughed, I rejoice, I sympathized with the characters. I became a part of this series, a part of this world. The world that Jennifer created and I loved every second of it.
‘” Simmer down, Kitten, before I have to get you a ball of yarn to play with.”’
Love has always been stronger. Katy and Daemon are proof of that.
With the past behind them, and a new future set out for them, they both are ready to face it, together. But they know it won’t be easy. Not with the enemies they have, and the secrets they must keep safe.
Dawson’s back and he is not the same.
Dee is handling the loss of someone so dear to her, and she’s not the same Dee anymore.
And the DOD aren't what they say they are, and they aren't the only enemy Katy and Daemon need to
watch out for. Then, someone who shouldn't be making an appearance does and things for Katy and Daemon just got even tougher.
They will show everyone they are meant for each other, and they will protect one another. No matter the cost.
Because their love is their greatest strength.
‘”You burn bright, to me at least, and I know you could handle it, but the last thing I want is your light to be tainted by something so dark.”’
You know that feeling you get on Christmas morning when you were a child? The excitement, anticipation, and hopefulness that bubbles up in your stomach, which causes you to be extremely giddy, maybe even causing you to dance a little jig. And then you awake, and rush down to hall to all those glories presents, hoping and wishing. Your whole body building with excitement, so thick you feel it. Then, as you slowly open each gift, that excitement just builds and builds, consumes you. Each gift perfect and what you wanted, but you know that somewhere among the countless toys is the one you have been hoping, praying and begging your parents for. That one gift that will make all others pale in comparison. Just thinking about it as you rip the paper off each gift, eagerness consuming you. Then, as you get to that last present, your hands shake with exhilaration. Then you rip the paper off like there will be no tomorrow, and there in your hands, the gift you would have sold your left kidney for. Angels sing, light falls from above. The present you wanted, hoped for, right in your hands. The excitement overwhelms you! Well, that’s how I feel whenever I hold one of Jennifer L. Armentrout’s books. And Opal was that present that made all overs pale in comparison.
Maybe that was a bit over dramatic but I don’t care, I will sale my left kidney to have all of her books, like, right now! Opal was just everything I wanted, hoped and wished for. But, it was even better than I expected. Jennifer, she is amazing, and can deliver a story. It’s in her blood.
Katy and Daemon are back and better than ever. Both have grown, and I am so, so happy with where they are. Yes, they are finally getting past their walls and are in a relationship. Now, they still butt heads, that’s just Daemon and Katy. Who would they be if they didn't and honestly, I love it. Now, though, they work together, as best as they can. They are a couple and it shines through brightly. I loved it!! Now, Katy is still a force to be reckoned with, smart mouthed and my kind of heroine. Plus, she’s a book blogger and I honestly love that. I feel that makes her more real and more relate-able. I have always loved this character, I might have a bit of a girl crush on her... Then you have Deamon. Mr. Daemon Black. Dear Lord. That boy. (Excuse while I fan myself) Even though I still wanna smack him some times, yes his infuriating personality is still there, he really has a cute and soft side. Which I loved seeing. And just like in Onyx we get to see another side of this trinity of hot boys. And you will be swept away. He swept me away, that’s for sure. There is some much I love about him!! Katy and Daemon have both grown and have become so amazing in my eyes. They have been tested and challenged, but through it all, they stand so strong. That just makes me love this couple even more.
Dawson is also back, and I have always liked him. But you can differently see a difference in him. That is to be expected. He has been through so much, and what he experience, no one would be the same. But he does try and Katy helps him. They build a friendship, and I feel this helps him cope with everything. Though, slowly, his relationship with his siblings does starts to repair, slowly. But even though he is home, he needs Bethany to be once again in his arms. And just like Dawson, Dee is overcoming heartbreak. I really miss that bubbly girl we met in the first book and I feel Dee is making decisions that are placing the guilt of losing Adam on Katy. Even though, in my mind, she really isn't the one to blame. But as the story moves, they do try to overcome the wall that is between them. I really hope they do.
One thing I have to point out is Katy’s mom. In most YA’s, the parent(s) are barely there. However, I felt Katy’s mom was actually a mom in this series. She takes an interest in Katy’s and Daemon’s budding relationship, sets rules, and is there for Katy. I loved that! She's a mom that is there as much as she can be!!
What I have also loved about Jennifer’s books, other than her wonderful characters, is her writing style. It sucks me right in and places me smack-dab in the story. Like I have mention, she can spin a tale like a goddess of words! Opal is a fine example of that. With the wonderful characters, twists you never expected, the pacing that is perfect, and just an overall brilliant tale. Opal has it all. I was completed surprised with what happened. However, I must say that that ending WHAT THE EVER LIVING GOD!!! Torture!!!! I need, need the next book. My heart can’t take it.
“You and that damn pen.” “You love it.”
Opal was well worth the wait and agonizing anticipation.
However, I am going to need some serious therapy waiting for the next book.
That ending was just pure torture. Why, Jennifer, why must you do 'that' to your readers...
Opal isn't a book to me, no, it's like another reality, one I am so grateful to get to experience.
To say I love and enjoy this series is an understatement.
Now, the long and torturous wait for the next book begins... Along with a lot of crying and ice cream eating...(that's not extreme or anything....)
