samsays's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
bookiepanda's review against another edition
2.0
I didnt have big expectations but if it was 200 pages shorter and not so OBVIOUS, it would've been a lot better
******
COVER So pretty, so cute. Perfect for the book. It's what pulled me to it. I chose this book because it's T.J. Klune's YA debut and I wanted to read it but oh what a mistake it was.
PLOT I was never a fan of superheroes. I didn't even know this book was about them before someone mentioned it. But that's my mistake (blame me for never reading the summary). Anyway. I thought "Why not?" It could be interesting.
The plot SUCKS. From beginning to end it's so painfully obvious. There wasn't a single moment that made me curious about the story. All the cliches are there. Dead parents. Tragic past. Crazy dads. Secrets. Secret crushes. Also, let me not tell you how much I hate the best friends-to-lovers trope but that's only my preference. Every. Single. Thing. in this book is so damn predictable.
CHARACTERS Nick. Such an annoying and useless boy. I didn't like him, didn't feel bad or sorry for him. So what if you have ADHD? This doesn't justify how you act with your friends. I know some people can be very obvious but come on. No one is THAT oblivious.
Seth. Hate him too. If you want to keep your friends safe and away from superheroes, being an ass shitty friend and slipping hints is not the way.
Gibby. All cool. Funny. Not cool about hiding stuff and working with Seth. Couldn't make her more obvious too.
Gibby's gf is like that girly rich blonde that everyone thinks is dumb but she's actually smart. She was cool.
Owen. I liked him actually. Because he was bad and teasing and hinting. He was just playing his game.
My favorite moments were the conversations with Nick's dad. No one has such conversations with their parents but it was funny.
OVERALL Hate the story, hate the characters. Not everyone needs to be gay! But it was fun and a bit entertaining.
******
COVER So pretty, so cute. Perfect for the book. It's what pulled me to it. I chose this book because it's T.J. Klune's YA debut and I wanted to read it but oh what a mistake it was.
PLOT I was never a fan of superheroes. I didn't even know this book was about them before someone mentioned it. But that's my mistake (blame me for never reading the summary). Anyway. I thought "Why not?" It could be interesting.
The plot SUCKS. From beginning to end it's so painfully obvious. There wasn't a single moment that made me curious about the story. All the cliches are there. Dead parents. Tragic past. Crazy dads. Secrets. Secret crushes. Also, let me not tell you how much I hate the best friends-to-lovers trope but that's only my preference. Every. Single. Thing. in this book is so damn predictable.
CHARACTERS Nick. Such an annoying and useless boy. I didn't like him, didn't feel bad or sorry for him. So what if you have ADHD? This doesn't justify how you act with your friends. I know some people can be very obvious but come on. No one is THAT oblivious.
Seth. Hate him too. If you want to keep your friends safe and away from superheroes, being an ass shitty friend and slipping hints is not the way.
Gibby. All cool. Funny. Not cool about hiding stuff and working with Seth. Couldn't make her more obvious too.
Gibby's gf is like that girly rich blonde that everyone thinks is dumb but she's actually smart. She was cool.
Owen. I liked him actually. Because he was bad and teasing and hinting. He was just playing his game.
My favorite moments were the conversations with Nick's dad. No one has such conversations with their parents but it was funny.
OVERALL Hate the story, hate the characters. Not everyone needs to be gay! But it was fun and a bit entertaining.
grasssy's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? No
2.5
readwithdyl's review against another edition
5.0
4.5 rounded up: This book was an absolute delight! Was the writing very “YA”? Yes. Did I predict most of the twists and reveals within the first couple chapters? Also yes. But did I find it almost impossible to put down? Hell yes! The characters truly came to life on the page (I feel like I know them!); the suspense was nail-biting; and I laughed constantly, said “aww” several times, and even cried a little. I can’t wait to read the sequel!
aneton's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
kathryne2384's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
pandarius_pinkman's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
dannycakez8808's review against another edition
4.0
4 stars
Super heroes? Urban fantasy? LGBTQ rep? Witty Banter?! Yes please! This is my first T.J. Klune book and I wa spleasently surprised. The plot and the characters were very intriguing and made for amazing protagonists. I absolutely loved the witty personalities and witty banter we were able to experience with them. The wide variety of representation that the author included in this story was refreshing and added a lot to my reading experience. I loved that these urban super heroes were referred to as "the extraordinaries". This was definetly a fun take on what a super hero would be in an inner city setting. My only feedback was that the characters felt a bit immature for their age. Beyond that this was a fun and exciting story.
Super heroes? Urban fantasy? LGBTQ rep? Witty Banter?! Yes please! This is my first T.J. Klune book and I wa spleasently surprised. The plot and the characters were very intriguing and made for amazing protagonists. I absolutely loved the witty personalities and witty banter we were able to experience with them. The wide variety of representation that the author included in this story was refreshing and added a lot to my reading experience. I loved that these urban super heroes were referred to as "the extraordinaries". This was definetly a fun take on what a super hero would be in an inner city setting. My only feedback was that the characters felt a bit immature for their age. Beyond that this was a fun and exciting story.
nocturneinskymajor's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
klane11's review against another edition
It was just too sporadic. Maybe because I have ADHD I didn't like to be reminded of how I am on a daily basis. Lol.