Scan barcode
mehsi's review
5.0
It is time for Kid Normal and his friends to beat the final boss in this delightful and fun last book of the Kid Normal series!
Knox is back and he is more evil than he was in the previous book. He is now truly desperate to make sure everyone mistrusts the heroes and he is doing a good job. Well, later on at least. In the beginning it was quite funny how desperately he tried to make people believe him, and how it did work... at least for a bit. His next plan was much more evil and it was a plan truly worth a supervillain, the last boss of this series. It not only affected those he wanted to affect, but also had the extra effect of affecting certain people which made his plan even grander.
It was all very exciting to read, how things went south, how the rebellion started, seeing Fiona and Angel again, seeing various other characters, escapes from prisons, making plans. OMG, it was a rollercoaster of a ride and I definitely could not put this book down. I just had to know what would be next, what was the villain's next plan, would our team be able to defeat him/make a plan? I loved that the Superzeroes got such a major role in this one. They are still pretty new to the superhero business and some people still doubt them, but I think after this one they are even more appreciated, even by that grumpy old teacher of theirs.
The final battle, OH MAN. That was just the best, it is truly a spectacular battle and worthy of a final boss one. Rogues, the army, helicopters, superpowers, and something very very big and angry.
There are various fun references to so many things. We see Sound of Music pop up, read how villainous comic sans is (to which both me and my hubby were agreeing), and much more. It is like a game, how many references can you find/recognise.
And, like the others, there is the fourth wall that gets broken at times. Everybody who knows me knows that I LOVE stories that break the fourth wall. OK, it could have done without that lame rabbit story, but the rest was perfection. It is great fun when the author/narrator talks to the reader.
I love it when titles come back and are mentioned in the book. I already had a suspicions who the Final Five were, and was delighted to see it be true.
Like the other books this one is wonderfully illustrated. The style just fits so well with the story and the hilarious and exciting moments.
Oh, I was a bit worried about the Mary situation... but I shouldn't have worried. I would like to say more, but I don't want to spoil or use spoiler tags. So you will just have to read the book. ;)
As with the previous book when the villain pops up and gets a POV, I just either spedread through it or just skipped it. Mostly skipped it. I am sorry, I am just not a fan of villains. With some books I can stomach to read them, but in this series I just cannot. The villains are just so ehhhhhh. And I get it, they are villains, but if it makes me want to throw a book in a corner (sorry book), then I am not going to read their POV.
But all in all, I loved this book and I loved this series. I will definitely miss it. It was just so much fun, it made me laugh, it made me giggle, it was exciting and super. I would highly recommend it.
Review first posted at https://twirlingbookprincess.com/
Knox is back and he is more evil than he was in the previous book. He is now truly desperate to make sure everyone mistrusts the heroes and he is doing a good job. Well, later on at least. In the beginning it was quite funny how desperately he tried to make people believe him, and how it did work... at least for a bit. His next plan was much more evil and it was a plan truly worth a supervillain, the last boss of this series. It not only affected those he wanted to affect, but also had the extra effect of affecting certain people which made his plan even grander.
It was all very exciting to read, how things went south, how the rebellion started, seeing Fiona and Angel again, seeing various other characters, escapes from prisons, making plans. OMG, it was a rollercoaster of a ride and I definitely could not put this book down. I just had to know what would be next, what was the villain's next plan, would our team be able to defeat him/make a plan? I loved that the Superzeroes got such a major role in this one. They are still pretty new to the superhero business and some people still doubt them, but I think after this one they are even more appreciated, even by that grumpy old teacher of theirs.
The final battle, OH MAN. That was just the best, it is truly a spectacular battle and worthy of a final boss one. Rogues, the army, helicopters, superpowers, and something very very big and angry.
There are various fun references to so many things. We see Sound of Music pop up, read how villainous comic sans is (to which both me and my hubby were agreeing), and much more. It is like a game, how many references can you find/recognise.
And, like the others, there is the fourth wall that gets broken at times. Everybody who knows me knows that I LOVE stories that break the fourth wall. OK, it could have done without that lame rabbit story, but the rest was perfection. It is great fun when the author/narrator talks to the reader.
I love it when titles come back and are mentioned in the book. I already had a suspicions who the Final Five were, and was delighted to see it be true.
Like the other books this one is wonderfully illustrated. The style just fits so well with the story and the hilarious and exciting moments.
Oh, I was a bit worried about the Mary situation... but I shouldn't have worried. I would like to say more, but I don't want to spoil or use spoiler tags. So you will just have to read the book. ;)
As with the previous book when the villain pops up and gets a POV, I just either spedread through it or just skipped it. Mostly skipped it. I am sorry, I am just not a fan of villains. With some books I can stomach to read them, but in this series I just cannot. The villains are just so ehhhhhh. And I get it, they are villains, but if it makes me want to throw a book in a corner (sorry book), then I am not going to read their POV.
But all in all, I loved this book and I loved this series. I will definitely miss it. It was just so much fun, it made me laugh, it made me giggle, it was exciting and super. I would highly recommend it.
Review first posted at https://twirlingbookprincess.com/
katykelly's review
4.0
Enjoyable episode, full of friendship and silliness (and a bit of X-Men).
Another adventure set in the school for superheroes, with Murph, Kid Normal, at the heart of things. A previous antagonist returns, the teachers are back, the friends are still close, and the humour is just as whacky as ever (the rabbit story returns!).
My son was laughing in the back of the car quite regularly, I enjoyed hearing the author-narrators talk to us and play with words. And I did like the idea from X-Men of people treated as lesser citizens because of their superpowers, with familiar villain Knox willing popular favour with his xenophobia.
A lesson for modern times, there.
Lots about working together and friendship, about appreciating your talents, and lots of fun as well. Well-narrated by the two writers, who are very easy to follow and brought out the humour of the text.
For ages 7-11.
With thanks to Netgalley for providing a sample audio copy.
Another adventure set in the school for superheroes, with Murph, Kid Normal, at the heart of things. A previous antagonist returns, the teachers are back, the friends are still close, and the humour is just as whacky as ever (the rabbit story returns!).
My son was laughing in the back of the car quite regularly, I enjoyed hearing the author-narrators talk to us and play with words. And I did like the idea from X-Men of people treated as lesser citizens because of their superpowers, with familiar villain Knox willing popular favour with his xenophobia.
A lesson for modern times, there.
Lots about working together and friendship, about appreciating your talents, and lots of fun as well. Well-narrated by the two writers, who are very easy to follow and brought out the humour of the text.
For ages 7-11.
With thanks to Netgalley for providing a sample audio copy.
samfah's review
5.0
bit offensive that a funny (and i mean FUNNY) lil middle grade book about wacky baby superheroes has the best battle scene I've read in a book ever
elikapaarnia's review
adventurous
challenging
funny
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.75
jordanlouise's review
5.0
*4.5
I’m just a massive fan of the kid normal books. I especially love the authors narration of the audiobooks, they do a fantastic job of bringing their characters to life.Great focus on friendship and teamwork. I absolutely adore the characters and feel that the stories and scenarios are so fun and exciting!
I’m just a massive fan of the kid normal books. I especially love the authors narration of the audiobooks, they do a fantastic job of bringing their characters to life.Great focus on friendship and teamwork. I absolutely adore the characters and feel that the stories and scenarios are so fun and exciting!
rebeccafarren's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Ableism and Forced institutionalization
More...