Obsidian

What to read, watch, and listen to if you lovedObsidian

Jennifer L. Armentrout · Book · 2012

If you loved Obsidian, start with Twilight (Catherine Hardwicke, 2008) — a film on the same thread. Below: 4 films, 4 series and 2 podcasts, each matched to Obsidian across media.

If you loved Obsidian, you crave the electric tension of forbidden romances involving supernatural beings hiding in plain sight.

Films on the same thread

Twilight

Twilight

Catherine Hardwicke · Film · 2008

Shares 2 threads with Obsidian: Forbidden Love, Coming of Age.

Just as Obsidian centers on the dangerous allure of a powerful outsider, this film mirrors the intense, high-stakes dynamic of falling for a mysterious classmate with supernatural secrets.

Guardians of the Galaxy

Guardians of the Galaxy

James Gunn · Film · 2014

Explores: Found Family, Misfit Heroes, Redemption.

While Obsidian focuses on intimate alien romance, you will appreciate how this story captures the same sense of cosmic adventure and the thrill of navigating alien worlds.

Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones

Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones

George Lucas · Film · 2002

Shares a thread with Obsidian: Forbidden Love.

The forbidden love between a powerful protector and an ordinary woman in this film echoes the central romantic conflict that defines the heart of Obsidian.

Avatar

Avatar

James Cameron · Film · 2009

Explores: Colonialism, Environmentalism, Cultural Assimilation.

If the alien cultural immersion in Obsidian captivated you, this film offers a similar exploration of human connection amidst the backdrop of a vast, alien civilization.

Series on the same thread

The Vampire Diaries

The Vampire Diaries

Julie Plec · Series · 2009

Shares a thread with Obsidian: Forbidden Love.

This series delivers the same intoxicating blend of supernatural romance and dangerous secrets that made your experience reading Obsidian so compelling and impossible to put down.

My Love from the Star

My Love from the Star

Park Ji-eun · Series · 2013

Shares 3 threads with Obsidian: Alien Romance, Forbidden Love, Fate.

This show perfectly mirrors the specific alien romance trope found in Obsidian, focusing on the emotional friction of a visitor from another world falling for a human.

Roswell

Roswell

Jason Katims · Series · 1999

Shares 3 threads with Obsidian: Forbidden Love, Coming of Age, Alien Romance.

The small-town setting hiding extraterrestrial identities provides the exact same atmosphere of teenage angst and secret-keeping that kept you invested throughout the pages of Obsidian.

Smallville

Smallville

Alfred Gough · Series · 2001

Explores: Secret Identity, Destiny vs. Free Will, First Love.

Much like the coming-of-age journey in Obsidian, this series tracks a young person with otherworldly origins as they navigate the complexities of destiny and first love.

Podcasts on the same thread

UAP Unidentified Alien Podcast

UAP Unidentified Alien Podcast

Podcast

Explores: Unidentified Flying Objects, Government Secrets, Extraterrestrial Life.

If you were intrigued by the extraterrestrial elements in Obsidian, this podcast dives into the real-world mystery and government cover-ups that fuel the fascination with alien life.

Ologies with Alie Ward

Ologies with Alie Ward

Alie Ward · Podcast · 2026

Explores: intellectual curiosity, scientific wonder, human obsession.

The infectious curiosity about the unknown found in this podcast mirrors the sense of wonder and scientific discovery that adds depth to the narrative of Obsidian.

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Common questions

Is Obsidian part of a series?

Yes, Obsidian is identified as a Liz Pelletier collection book. This indicates it is part of a specific publishing catalog curated by the publisher, rather than a standalone title, and readers often look for other works within this collection to continue their experience.

When was Obsidian published?

Obsidian was published in 2012. It was written by Jennifer L. Armentrout and is officially documented as a Liz Pelletier collection book. This date marks its original release as part of the author's body of work during that period.

Who is the author of Obsidian?

The book Obsidian was written by Jennifer L. Armentrout. It is noted on the fourth page of the cover as being a Liz Pelletier collection book, which categorizes the title within the publisher's specific collection framework for readers interested in her catalog.

How is Obsidian classified in the publisher catalog?

Obsidian is classified as a Liz Pelletier collection book. This designation is explicitly noted on page four of the cover. It indicates the book's specific place within the publisher's catalog for those tracking the author's bibliography and the collection series.

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