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timinbc's review against another edition
4.0
I'm not sure this is really a 4-star book, but I enjoyed it.
It's clear right off that this book is not trying to be Serious Lit'ra'tr.
And it starts off a bit dorky, much like its protagonist.
But as the silly-but-consistent plot unfolds, Aidan grows up before our eyes.
It's probably best seen as a YA book,but it's not bad at all.
There's the usual casual sex of novels - the "we've been together for eight pages, let's get it on" kind - but at the same time Aidan is learning that there's THIS kind and THAT kind, and there's an important difference.
This is another novel of the standard "he had no idea how strong he was until ..." kind, but it isntl really a problem. I do wonder if someone will someday write about a protagonist who is NOT particularly strong but has learned how to be effective. Indeed, this book came fairly close to doing that, but in the end Aidan seems to rank pretty darn high on the power list.
I don't see this one having a sequel, but Carter's next one is worth watching for.
It's clear right off that this book is not trying to be Serious Lit'ra'tr.
And it starts off a bit dorky, much like its protagonist.
But as the silly-but-consistent plot unfolds, Aidan grows up before our eyes.
It's probably best seen as a YA book,but it's not bad at all.
There's the usual casual sex of novels - the "we've been together for eight pages, let's get it on" kind - but at the same time Aidan is learning that there's THIS kind and THAT kind, and there's an important difference.
This is another novel of the standard "he had no idea how strong he was until ..." kind, but it isntl really a problem. I do wonder if someone will someday write about a protagonist who is NOT particularly strong but has learned how to be effective. Indeed, this book came fairly close to doing that, but in the end Aidan seems to rank pretty darn high on the power list.
I don't see this one having a sequel, but Carter's next one is worth watching for.
nancy33's review against another edition
3.0
It was ok. The powers of the characters were interesting but it was often very predictable. The tone and choice of words sometimes seemed like it was written by a 15 year old boy.
colorfulleo92's review against another edition
2.0
I liked the premise more than the actual book. Was excited to read a book from a villain points of view ab not from the hero. But unfortunately it wasn't as great as I had hoped
xaphriel's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
Content Warnings
Moderate: Drug abuse, Misogyny, Sexual content, and Violence
myrealana's review against another edition
4.0
I picked this up on a whim, and I almost didn't make it past the second chapter. I thought I had it all figured out and I knew exactly where the story was going. It had nothing to hold my interest and then WHAM! my expectations were turned completely around.
Though it drags a bit in parts, and there is quite a bit more sexist oggling and adolescent sexual fantasizing than I would normally like, this book is a refreshing and surprising take on both superheroes and super villainy.
Though it drags a bit in parts, and there is quite a bit more sexist oggling and adolescent sexual fantasizing than I would normally like, this book is a refreshing and surprising take on both superheroes and super villainy.
hijinx_abound's review against another edition
3.0
Interesting, quick read. Alternate history encompassing superpowers and several other species. Although I cannot articulate it, there was something missing.
jadenchristopher's review against another edition
4.0
A bit of a rough start, but ended up being an enjoyable story. Not deep by any means, but entertaining overall. The preteen male vulgarity took away from this book though, I would have given it five without all that. It didn't need it.
sepptb's review
adventurous
dark
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Drug abuse and Drug use