145 reviews for:

Touching Oblivion

Albany Walker

3.95 AVERAGE

mawgand's review

4.0

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Worse than voices

After reading book 1 in this series I couldn't wait for this book to be released. It was everything and more. Scared that the brothers would lose the person that meant more to them than life, I enjoyed how their love developed and how Bates saw waylynn as a woman he wanted too. As she give more if herself to them, it only hurts so much to see how it all could be taken away when a visit from her mum breaks their bubble. I so need the next book now.

dragonrain's review

3.75

dark emotional funny sad tense medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: No

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

rebecagl's review

4.5

emotional medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Complicated

Diverse cast of characters: No

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

morganash1981's review

5.0

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I love this series but could use more smut. I can’t wait for the third book!!

freya_amber's review

4.0

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I wish there weren't so many girls being pushy towards the guys. The side character trying to protect the FMC from the guys being pushy was great.

gnlee26's review

4.0

emotional hopeful mysterious sad tense medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: Complicated

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: No

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

anastasiax's review

3.0

emotional hopeful lighthearted sad tense fast-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: N/A

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

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Touching Oblivion by Albany Walker starts off exactly where we left off in book 1, a very seamless transition into this book as we see Waylynn still upset and refusing to talk to Memphis or Oswald.  The guys made a huge mistake at the end of book one, particularly Memphis, and now they are desperate to make amends with Waylynn and seek her forgiveness. Both of them feel drawn to her in a way they have never felt before, but they are unsure if she will allow them back into her life. Waylynn, on the other hand, is struggling to come to terms with her past and is hesitant to open up to others about it, fearing rejection. She is also grappling with the decision of whether to allow the guys back into her life, especially after what Memphis had said to her. Waylynn's internal struggle is beautifully portrayed, and the book offers insights into mental health and the challenges of discussing it with others. I appreciated the authenticity of the characters' struggles in this book. The guys are struggling to understand Waylynn and trying to gauge her feelings, while Waylynn is battling with herself over whether or not to reveal her past. 

Waylynn, a socially awkward and overly sheltered wealthy girl, embodies the tired "innocent ingenue" stereotype to the extreme. I understand that her distant and uncertain behavior stems from growing up believing she had some form of schizophrenia due to the voices she hears, but it feels like her "mental illness" and access to abundant wealth are the only aspects explored. Speaking of the voices, apart from briefly mentioning that Waylynn can hear the guys' thoughts, there is absolutely no explanation provided as to why this occurs. 

While Waylynn may be delving into her sexuality and her relationships within the harem, the series feels more like a collection of insignificant conflicts that are swiftly resolved due to the MMCs pressuring the FMC. What is the secret behind Waylynn's enigmatic ability to hear her harem's thoughts? I have no idea. I used to be curious about discovering the answer, but now it feels like a lukewarm side plot at best. Perhaps they are soulmates, but honestly, who cares?

I feel like she forgives them a little too fast... but it was nice to see the conflict resolved, and the day-to-day events were enjoyable to read.

Also, can we just talk about Bates? Sure, has a lot more povs, and although I like his character, I don't feel like he really fits in with the group, he joins the harem around 65% of the book.. but there's slight tension. It was weird. One would expect him and Waylynn to have developed a deeper connection beyond mere acquaintanceship, but alas. In the first book, they encounter each other twice, fleetingly, once during a disastrous introduction and again at a concert where he performs as a musician. Apart from fixing her electrical issues and briefly being present at her home due to the presence of Memphis and Oswald, they fail to progress towards establishing a meaningful relationship.

Overall, Touching Oblivion certainly turned up the heat, and the scenes between Waylynn and the guys were incredibly steamy. I can't help but feel that the issue of the mysterious voices was brushed aside, and not enough information was revealed. The storyline has not progressed much, and there hasn't been any significant character growth. The slow burn is still present, but there's plenty of teasing between the guys, their brotherly dynamic, and lots of spicy scenes. The book ends with a cliffhanger, which was super annoying. Waylynn's parents are actually crazy and set her up, to lock her back up in a mental facility. 

celendricure___jeds's review

2.5

emotional hopeful mysterious sad fast-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: No

Loveable characters: No

Diverse cast of characters: No

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

mightymaite's review against another edition

4.75

emotional funny fast-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: No

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

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Love love love. The relationship developments were very natural and well done. It made me even more invested.

Can't wait to see what happens now that the cat is out of the bag!

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Mental illness

Minor: Addiction, Panic attacks/disorders, Forced institutionalization

k_dorner's review against another edition

4.75

challenging emotional mysterious reflective tense fast-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: Complicated

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Complicated

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes