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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: Misogyny, Violence, Drug abuse, and Sexual content
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 against another edition
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
wrxtacy's review against another edition
4.0
Surprisingly entertaining, reminiscent of "The Boys" with the same type of humor and violence that superhero comic fans would enjoy. Some elements felt very YA, but not enough to take the fun out of the story.
lyndiane's review against another edition
4.0
3.5 stars
I'm binging on superhero novels at the moment. This one has been on my to-read list for ages, and I finally gave it a bash this weekend.
There are a number of layers to the narrative. The first layer of the story is about Aidan Salt, a fairly nondescript, socially awkward teenager who doesn't even really fit into his own family. He realises that he has super powers and decides to try a life of crime, accidentally killing a superhero on his very first attempt at robbing a bottle store.
What follows is an indictment against just about everything that makes us tick as human beings. The writing is very, very clever, with some not-so-gentle mockery of our current fixation with talent shows and a wonderful scene where Voice of the Nation channels Simon Cowell. The author paints a sordid picture of the superhero celebrities, with sex, drugs, murder and conspiracy. The narrative also contains what must be the cleanest, least graphic sex scene I have ever read.
There is plenty of swearing, which some readers may find offensive. I don't recommend it for readers under the age of 18.
I'm binging on superhero novels at the moment. This one has been on my to-read list for ages, and I finally gave it a bash this weekend.
There are a number of layers to the narrative. The first layer of the story is about Aidan Salt, a fairly nondescript, socially awkward teenager who doesn't even really fit into his own family. He realises that he has super powers and decides to try a life of crime, accidentally killing a superhero on his very first attempt at robbing a bottle store.
What follows is an indictment against just about everything that makes us tick as human beings. The writing is very, very clever, with some not-so-gentle mockery of our current fixation with talent shows and a wonderful scene where Voice of the Nation channels Simon Cowell. The author paints a sordid picture of the superhero celebrities, with sex, drugs, murder and conspiracy. The narrative also contains what must be the cleanest, least graphic sex scene I have ever read.
There is plenty of swearing, which some readers may find offensive. I don't recommend it for readers under the age of 18.