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A review by crtsjffrsn
Superhero by Eli Easton
3.0
Jordan Carson met Owen Nelson in the second grade. Ever since, the two have been inseparable. There's always been something about Owen that held Jordan's fascination. And as they grew older, Jordan learned exactly what that was. Jordan's gay and Owen is the object of his affection. There's a few problems with that, though. For one, Owen is straight. He's also a jock, the star of the wrestling team. And they live in a small town in Wisconsin. It's not the most open or accepting sort of community.
Although Owen doesn't seem bothered by the fact that Jordan is gay, there's still a strain on their friendship. Jordan wants more from Owen, even though he knows Owen can't give it to him. The heart wants what the heart wants. And sometimes even when one knows something in their head, the heart won't listen. So while Jordan is happy that he won't lose his best friend by coming out, it's a bittersweet happiness. Because he's just not sure he can stay close to Owen while knowing they can never be more than friends.
As someone who grew up in a small midwestern town, there are many elements of this story that rang true for me. The author has done a great job of capturing the environment where this all takes place. And that adds a real richness to the story. And the characters are great. It's not hard to like and empathize with both Jordan and Owen. Owen comes across a bit larger than life at times, but that's coming from Jordan's perspective. Knowing how Jordan feels, it makes perfect sense in the context of the story.
There are some expected twists here just by the nature of the story. And there are some unexpected twists as well. But it is a rather enjoyable one to read.
I've given this a young adult label because of the ages of the characters and the issues they face. I should note that there is some sexual content, just to be clear and upfront.
Although Owen doesn't seem bothered by the fact that Jordan is gay, there's still a strain on their friendship. Jordan wants more from Owen, even though he knows Owen can't give it to him. The heart wants what the heart wants. And sometimes even when one knows something in their head, the heart won't listen. So while Jordan is happy that he won't lose his best friend by coming out, it's a bittersweet happiness. Because he's just not sure he can stay close to Owen while knowing they can never be more than friends.
As someone who grew up in a small midwestern town, there are many elements of this story that rang true for me. The author has done a great job of capturing the environment where this all takes place. And that adds a real richness to the story. And the characters are great. It's not hard to like and empathize with both Jordan and Owen. Owen comes across a bit larger than life at times, but that's coming from Jordan's perspective. Knowing how Jordan feels, it makes perfect sense in the context of the story.
There are some expected twists here just by the nature of the story. And there are some unexpected twists as well. But it is a rather enjoyable one to read.
I've given this a young adult label because of the ages of the characters and the issues they face. I should note that there is some sexual content, just to be clear and upfront.