kstring's review against another edition
5.0
Oh my goodness! This book was absolutely gripping! I got sucked in and couldn't put it down. Took me 24 hours to read it. The plot is gripping, giving you new twists and turns in each chapter. Not your usual story line. It's not very predictable. Like I said, new twists and turns in each chapter. This book is just full of surprises. A must read for everyone. I've read it, and I know some 30 year olds that have read it and loved it, too.
leannaaker's review against another edition
5.0
What a fun teen sci fi/fantasy book! I'll definitely follow this series. This is the tale of a boy with special powers who discovers he is not alone in his gift. The truth about how he came to have his power (absorbing electricity and being able to shock others) is a devilish one, and involves a fierce battle toward the end of the book.
The book is paced well, and I found myself almost finishing the whole book in one sitting. Good stuff!
The book is paced well, and I found myself almost finishing the whole book in one sitting. Good stuff!
misspearch's review against another edition
2.0
There were parts of this book that were exciting, but lots of it was very much like Percy Jackson. I was interested for the 1st two thirds, then what was supposed to be the big climax just seemed to lose steam. Its more a middle grade read than young adult, but if you have a 10-13 year old reader in your life, I suspect they will tear through it and be begging for the next part.
davidseverns's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
hopeful
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
This series is a better-done Percy Jackson in my opinion.
mkhaas29's review against another edition
4.0
I don't remember when or why I put this on my to-read list, but when it became available for audiobook download, I figured why not. Clearly this was meant for a younger audience, but for what it was, I enjoyed it. I appreciated the extent of the science rationale that went into it (admittedly, I have no idea if it's accurate or realistic, but I bought it), and enjoyed all the various ways electricity manifested for each kid's powers. It was fast-paced, engaging, and exciting. I'd recommend for any younger readers looking for an adventure.
applesodaperson's review against another edition
adventurous
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
dearreadertv's review against another edition
5.0
I vaguely remember listening to my dad read this book when i was a kid but nothing prepared me for all the parts i must’ve forgotten. yes i will agree this book is full of a lot of cliches but what YA isn’t honestly?! such a good book a it sure had me on the edge of my seat. can’t wait to see what’s in store in the rest of the series for Michael, Ostin, Taylor, and the rest of the Electroclan
madds939's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
hopeful
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
orygunn's review against another edition
5.0
A surprisingly fun and funny YA adventure. Well performed audio book.
raechsreads's review against another edition
4.0
Children with the power of electricity. How did they come to be? A secret corporation brings them together for a bigger plan.