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On a Dark Wing

On a Dark Wing - Jordan Dane Jordan Dane's On A Dark Wing has brought us a unique angel story with original twists. Even if the book didn't give me palpitations, it was an entertaining read full of surprises.Abbey, our protagonist, is a bit of a brat. I didn't really like her. She's moody, a tad cynical and often come off as immature. She gets mad at her dad for seemingly no reason, which kept me disconnected from her. I didn't understand her reasoning for these "fits", nor did I understand her obsessive behavior towards Nate: Her crush is borderline psychotic. Fortunately, the story is told from multiple perspectives and I greatly enjoyed the other characters - primarily Nate. I found myself longing for more of his POVs when they switched back to Abbey, or the few others we get to meet. Nate's point of view was captivating, intense, and kept me glued to his story.Set in Alaska, On A Dark Wing has a unique beauty that enchanted me with snowy imagery. I loved the backdrop of the mountain, the snow, even the slush. It has beautifully written scenery that - being from Canada - really pulled me in. Along with the wonderful setting, the unique twists weaved into this story took me by surprise. I was impressed with the originality of some of the revelations. Simply being the Angel of Death is fascinating in of itself, but learning about his abilities and his past was deeply intriguing. I also appreciated how the relationships evolved. They didn't go in the expected, cliché direction for which I was thankful.With a delightful writing style, Jordan Dane is an author that I will be keeping in my sights. If not for my dislike of our dear protagonist, I would have ended up really enjoying this book. The pace could be a bit slow at times but the multiple POVs kept it interesting and fresh. Readers who like darker themed paranormal stories should definitely give this a try.--For more of my reviews, visit my blog at Xpresso Reads