Pocket Full of Tinder
Author: Jill Archer
Reviewers: Gikany and Una
Rating: B
What We’re Talking About:
Gikany and Una have eagerly awaited the fourth installment in the Noon Onyx series. Although we were thrilled to be back in this unique and fascinating world, the novel had a few odd notes that culminated in an astonishing cliffhanger.
The Noon Onyx world is so unique. In the years after the demons won Armageddon, angels and demons have blended with what is left of humanity. It is an intricate and fascinating world. The premise with Noon and her Nightshade being oddities in what is already a strange world to the reader is a fun juxtaposition. The supporting characters are just as compelling as Noon, who is the primary point of view. The novel continues to evolve the world and we are utterly intrigued by it.
The previous novels have had a fairly solid and seamless flow; however it felt as if Pocket Full of Tinder was two different novels. The first two-thirds of the book was slowly built to what we had been waiting for: would Noon and Ari forgive and start over, or forgive and move on? For all of those who were all waiting for that moment: fear not, we are given the resolution. However the last third moves very quickly and oddly. After a shocking and defining moment, the novel takes a hugely unexpected left turn. It felt like a few characters behaved very differently from how we would have expected them to behave.
Although it felt like there were two distinct parts to Pocket Full of Tinder, we still liked it. The first part may have moved slowly but it was the surreal final third that had us flabbergasted. Even with the odd notes – we are eagerly awaiting the next Noon Onyx novel. Considering the cliffhanger ending, or what seemed like the start of the next novel, we cannot wait to see what happens next in Noon’s life. If you enjoy something that is a little different with a well thought out mythology and engaging characters, then you need to try this series.
Our Rating: B, Liked It
About the Book:
Noon Onyx is back! In this long-awaited fourth installment, Jill Archer returns readers to the dangerous world of Halja, where demons, angels, and humans coexist in an uneasy state of détente.
Maegester-in-Training Noon Onyx feels like she’s done it all – mastered fiery magic, become an adept fighter, learned the law, killed countless demons, and survived having her heart broken by both love and an arrow, but now she’ll face her greatest challenge yet…
Far to the north lies an outpost famous for its unrest – Rockthorn Gorge. The town’s patron has specifically requested Noon’s help. Her assignment? Help the neophyte demon lord build his fiefdom and keep what’s his. The problem? Lord Aristos – Noon’s new employer – is her erstwhile lover, Ari Carmine, the aforementioned heart breaker. And the number one thing he wants is her.
When Rockthorn Gorge’s viaduct is destroyed by Displodo, an enigmatic bomber, killing a dozen settlers and wounding scores more, Noon sets off early to aid in the search and rescue. Ari is listed among the missing and the suspects are legion. But Noon’s search is just the beginning. Her journey forces Noon to confront not only those she loves, but also enemies hell-bent on destroying them.
Release Date: December 15, 2016
Publisher: Black Willow, LLC
Series: Noon Onyx #4
Genre: Fantasy
Format(s): Paperback (362 pages), e-book
Book Source: Blog Tour
Purchase Info:
Amazon
Reviews in the Series:
Dark Light of Day by Jill Archer (Noon Onyx #1)
Fiery Edge of Steel by Jill Archer (Noon Onyx #2) – Not reviewed
White Heart of Justice by Jill Archer (Noon Onyx #3)
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