After OD’ing on the streets of Manhattan and narrowly surviving death, art school dropout Ona Price is forced to live with her aunt in New Jersey to get clean. While recovering, she lands a job as the assistant to an enigmatic Russian sculptor, Antoni Azarov. Burdened with distant memories of a tough childhood, Antoni exhibits unapologetic abrasiveness. Perhaps his extraordinary talent, which earned him worldwide fame and the sobriquet “Hands of God,” is the only thing that makes him bearable. Working with Antoni reawakens Ona’s love for art and sparks a boundless desire to have him. Does she, a recovering heroin junkie, something she has kept a secret all along, stand a chance with this sculpting genius? Worst of all, what if he discovers her past? Can Ona handle the darkness that lurks behind Antoni’s eyes? But the pair may have no time to explore their relationship as the predatory wife of a wealthy benefactor barrels into their creative haven, hellbent on having Antoni all to herself. Find out how it all goes down in Christa Wojciechowski’s Oblivion Black: The Sculptor Book 1.

You won’t peel your eyes off this gripping page-turner until the end. Christa Wojciechowski’s Oblivion Black is a must-read for lovers of literary novels blended with romance, drama, suspense, and an intense and sensual edge. The author weaves an intriguing plot featuring a fascinating dynamic cast. The vivid imagery colorfully breathed life into the scenes, giving them a cinematic appeal. It felt like I was in Antoni’s studio, watching the magic behind the creation of the sculptures and being awed by their exquisite nature. I could almost touch them. The author uses depictions, introspection, and authentic and refreshing dialogue to reveal the cast’s intricate emotions. All this, accompanied by their complex traits, allowed me to connect with them. I was hurled into their flawed world, entangled with childhood trauma, existential crisis, eroticism, love, addiction, lust, obsession, secrets, redemption, and so much more. The wistful tone of the storyline on Ona’s part gave me a glimpse into the depth of an addict’s battle with addiction. This is a romantic and literary classic. I loved it. Wojciechowski is undoubtedly a tremendously gifted author. I can’t wait to read more from this author.

Oblivion Black is the first book in Christa Wojciechowski's The Sculptor series. Readers are drawn into the tumultuous life of Ona Price, an art school dropout struggling with the aftermath of a near-fatal overdose. Set against the vibrant yet unforgiving backdrop of Manhattan's art scene, the narrative unfolds as Ona embarks on a journey of recovery, both personally and artistically, while working under the enigmatic and highly skilled sculptor Antoni Azarov, known as The Hands of God. As Ona finds herself irresistibly drawn to Antoni, obstacles arise, especially from the predatory wife of a wealthy benefactor who threatens to unravel their fragile bond. The tension escalates, revealing the darker secrets behind Antoni’s genius and prompting readers to question the price of artistic creation. Can they protect their growing attraction, or will Ona Price find herself in another heartache?

Christa Wojciechowski’s prose is rich and atmospheric, beautifully capturing the haunting allure of the art world intertwined with the darkness that often lurks in the human heart. The author deftly explores themes of addiction, desire, and the pursuit of beauty, creating a compelling character study that reflects emotional depth and intensity. Oblivion Black features intriguing characters and a suspenseful plot fueled by the emotional tension between the key characters. Readers will want to discover what happens to the celebrated sculptor and his assistant. The author keeps readers guessing while the tension grows from one page to the next. This first entry in the series melds suspense, thriller, and romance, exploring art's beauty and healing power. The writing is filled with symbolism, and the characters are elaborately drawn.