Title: Obligation (Underground Kings #2)
Author: Aurora Rose Reynolds
Release Date: February 11 2015
Blurb
[ob-li-gey-shuh n]
An obligation is a course
of action that someone is required to take, whether legal or moral.
At six years old, Myla was sent to a family her father and
mother had chosen for her when they knew their time on earth was almost up.
What they were unaware of was what they thought would be her safe haven would
become her living hell.
Kai has been watching Myla from afar since he took over
the family business from his father and inherited the responsibility of keeping
her safe. When word gets back to Kai that Myla is not only in danger, but that
his assets are being compromised, he immediately jumps into action and does the
only thing that can be done at the time by marrying her.
Neither Myla nor Kai would have thought that something
that started off as a farce would become the most important thing either of
them could've ever done.
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Excerpt
I feel the sun on my closed eyelids and something sharp
poking me in the face. Moving my hand, trying to get away from the pain, I
whimper when it scrapes against my cheek. I lift my head and run my fingers
along the side of my face, feeling wetness. Opening my eyes to see a light
smear of blood on my fingers. I flip my hand over, and then I see the gaudy
ring that is now taking up residence on my ring finger.
“Great,” I whisper, closing my eyes and laying my head
down again.
I prayed earlier, before I went to sleep, that when I woke
up, the ring I’m wearing now and the man who put it there would be nothing but
a bad dream. No such luck. I roll over and take a shaky breath, wanting to
close my eyes for a few more seconds, wishing I could just sleep until
everything was back to normal.
About the Author:
Aurora
Rose Reynolds is a navy brat who's husband served in the United States Navy.
She has lived all over the country but now resides in New York City with her
Husband and pet fish. She's married to an alpha male that loves her as much as
the men in her books love their women. He gives her over the top inspiration
everyday. In her free time she reads, writes and enjoys going to the movies
with her husband and cookie. She also enjoys taking mini weekend vacations to
nowhere, or spends time at home with friends and family. Last but not least she
appreciates everyday and admires it's beauty.
3.5 Stars
Parts of the story are left out such as the two agreeing to
the fake marriage. For someone reading this as a standalone and not in conjunction
with the series may be a little confused at times. Even having read all the
books myself, certain points were easily forgotten and not retold for readers
so it was a bit disappointing and disconnecting. For many readers it would be
ideal to read or even re-read Assumption prior to Obligation in order to fully
understand Kai’s book. Not to mention how fast paced everything is, it’s hard
to take a breath. From the beginning of the story to the end everything felt
rushed even the sex scenes. As a reader I wanted to tone down the drama and
just give the characters a chance to breathe and take a breath. Unfortunately
with the danger surrounding them, Kai and Myla’s relationship is rushed even
more ultimately pushing them together.
After reading and loving the Until Series by Aurora Rose
Reynolds I guess I always expect her new books to be equally amazing. Unfortunately this new
Underground series has yet to really wow me. When Obligation begins we meet a
young Myla who is unwillingly being sent away by her parents. As a young child
Kai promised to always take care of his girl. Years later Kai has the chance to
take up on his promise and his best choice is to marry her. Told between short alternating
time lines we learn more about Myla’s past, one she is still unsure about.
When the ‘marriage’ begins to become more than fiction, Myla
decides she wants all or nothing. Kai is more than happy to oblige Myla, but
when her past comes back to haunt her Kai must become both husband and
protector.
Parts of the story are left out such as the two agreeing to
the fake marriage. For someone reading this as a standalone and not in conjunction
with the series may be a little confused at times. Even having read all the
books myself, certain points were easily forgotten and not retold for readers
so it was a bit disappointing and disconnecting. For many readers it would be
ideal to read or even re-read Assumption prior to Obligation in order to fully
understand Kai’s book. Not to mention how fast paced everything is, it’s hard
to take a breath. From the beginning of the story to the end everything felt
rushed even the sex scenes. As a reader I wanted to tone down the drama and
just give the characters a chance to breathe and take a breath. Unfortunately
with the danger surrounding them, Kai and Myla’s relationship is rushed even
more ultimately pushing them together.
Overall this was another good addition to the Underground series;
however, it’s not my favorite. As always I will continue to read and auto-buy anything
from this author and keep my fingers crossed that the next book will feel more
complete and less lacking for standalone readers or those who don’t remember
every detail from the previous book. Fans of Aurora Rose Reynolds may not find
there favorite book with Obligation but they certainly won’t be disappointed
either. Kai is another over the top Alpha with way too many protective qualities
but can still melt your panties with a few words.
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