In the novel "Obsidian" by Jennifer L. Armentrout, the narrator experiences an uncomfortable moment when her mother discusses boys, particularly a young boy who is described as attractive. This creates an awkward situation as the narrator feels uneasy about her mother's casual comments regarding the opposite sex, especially when it comes to someone her own age.

The narrator's reaction highlights the tension between adolescence and parental perceptions of attraction. The term "hotties," used by her mom, serves to emphasize the generational gap and the difficulty the narrator feels in navigating her burgeoning feelings while also dealing with her mother's opinions.