Obsidian Butterfly

I was definitely excited to learn that Obsidian Butterfly is based around Anita's comrade and preternatural bounty hunting bad ass, Edward. Edward was introduced in the first installment, Guilty Pleasures, where he comes across to the readers as a man that loves and lives for the thrill of the kill especially if the price is right.

Edward has called Anita in for a favor owed to him from previous events leading to the death of an accomplice by the bullet from her gun. Anita decides that she would rather do what Edward would like than to test who really is the better hunter; knowing its likely she will not be the last (wo)man standing.

Obsidian Butterfly introduces Ted Forrester, aka Edward, and his life as a bounty hunter, family man, and all around likeable guy. Albeit, Edward has Anita believing that its just a facade (as he himself believes it too), but she begins to have her doubts, especially when he drops major news that has her in disbelief and ready to smack some sense into him. We matriculate that Edward is actually having internal quarrels with trying to keep Ted as just an alias and not reality, although he does enjoy testing the boundaries as Ted the family man while trying to still remain Edward the mercenary. He discerns, but tries not to admit, that he longs for Ted's life and both, Anita and himself, conclude that he may have a heart that still beats after all.

I was happy to receive a minuscule break from the love triangle, as I was growing frustrated with Anita and her indecision. Also, how this tale revolves around different kinds of love, loss, and life awakenings. I do miss the boys, but I am mirthful for the chance at getting to know Edward and his life.