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maatkare_j's review against another edition
5.0
This is now my favorite Lois Lane.
The Lois from Superman:TAS set the bar pretty high, but yeah. This one is my favorite. She's smart, savvy, headstrong, determined - all the good adjectives! The Nellie Bly allusion is very apt. I can't wait to see what she gets into next!
(The "SmallvilleGuy" stuff, by the by, is just delightful, and a clever way to bring Clark into the story without having him be actually present. I also loved the numerous small touches... "TheInventor", is it? *cackle*)
The Lois from Superman:TAS set the bar pretty high, but yeah. This one is my favorite. She's smart, savvy, headstrong, determined - all the good adjectives! The Nellie Bly allusion is very apt. I can't wait to see what she gets into next!
(The "SmallvilleGuy" stuff, by the by, is just delightful, and a clever way to bring Clark into the story without having him be actually present. I also loved the numerous small touches... "TheInventor", is it? *cackle*)
booktallie's review against another edition
3.0
Gwenda Bond brings a new side of telling the story of Superman’s love in the first edition of Lois Lane: Fallout. Bond starts from the begging where Lois Lane is still in high school and is just starting her journey into the world of public relations and news media. Bond creates an interesting plot entwined with mystery, corruption and power greed.
Army brat Lois Lane, fresh into yet another school because she's simply too precocious for her own good, gets involved with the Daily Planet and begins reporting on a bullying epidemic at her school. The principal, a caricature of corruption, is somehow in on it or at least overly tolerant of it, and Lois sees that this might be some big corporate mind control gig. She, along with her online friend "SmallvilleGuy," and fellow media staff members, James, Maddy, and Devin, end up trying to bring down the whole operation.
While Lois Lane: Fallout is a decent YA read on its own right, the comic-style plot and really workmanlike prose leaves a wanting for more. Though Bond stays true with Lois Lane’s inquisitive mindset and curious nature, the plot is rudimentary and at times just plain boring. Being a mystery and thrill, Bond’s plot is so basic, that the mystery pretty much gives its self away in the first few chapters.
Even with such an undeveloped story plot, Bond does an amazing job sticking true to all the characters natures. From Lois Lane never taking no as an answer to James’s snobby attitude, to SmallvilleGuy’s secretive mindset, Bond show each character as an individual with their own problems and issues. The small details in each of these characters shows how much Bond is dedicated them. Overall Lois Lane: Fallout does a decent job with the story and is a gateway, perhaps, into comics, especially for teen girls. If the plot was better, it might rise above standard mystery technothriller.
Even with the book’s faults, the entertaining read still has my interest peak, if only because of the characters and I look forward to reading Gwenda Bond sequel when it arrives.
Army brat Lois Lane, fresh into yet another school because she's simply too precocious for her own good, gets involved with the Daily Planet and begins reporting on a bullying epidemic at her school. The principal, a caricature of corruption, is somehow in on it or at least overly tolerant of it, and Lois sees that this might be some big corporate mind control gig. She, along with her online friend "SmallvilleGuy," and fellow media staff members, James, Maddy, and Devin, end up trying to bring down the whole operation.
While Lois Lane: Fallout is a decent YA read on its own right, the comic-style plot and really workmanlike prose leaves a wanting for more. Though Bond stays true with Lois Lane’s inquisitive mindset and curious nature, the plot is rudimentary and at times just plain boring. Being a mystery and thrill, Bond’s plot is so basic, that the mystery pretty much gives its self away in the first few chapters.
Even with such an undeveloped story plot, Bond does an amazing job sticking true to all the characters natures. From Lois Lane never taking no as an answer to James’s snobby attitude, to SmallvilleGuy’s secretive mindset, Bond show each character as an individual with their own problems and issues. The small details in each of these characters shows how much Bond is dedicated them. Overall Lois Lane: Fallout does a decent job with the story and is a gateway, perhaps, into comics, especially for teen girls. If the plot was better, it might rise above standard mystery technothriller.
Even with the book’s faults, the entertaining read still has my interest peak, if only because of the characters and I look forward to reading Gwenda Bond sequel when it arrives.
katykelly's review against another edition
5.0
This didn't need to be a 'Lois Lane origin' story, it could have been any regular girl in any high school, snooping out a mystery. But of course, her name (and that of a famous co-star) will drum up interest. But taking off the cynic's hat - it actually works really well!
I like origin stories (I'm not a comic fan, but those from literature and TV), and was interested to see how this played out. Lois here is a teenager, moving from school to school with her dad's army job (he's a big deal corporal), but also taking less-than-glowing reports with her. She's nosey, picks fights and stands behind causes, and unafraid of authority. So far, so Lois.
She's also got a friend... an online one, who talks her through her regular 'situations'. Someone called 'SmallvilleGuy'. We can all see where this is leading. I loved this idea, and like the fact that the author wants them linked so early on, it gives a lot of scope for future stories in the series.
The plot centres around some unusual behaviour among fellow students at Lois's new high school, students who seem to anticipate each other's thoughts, move together as a pack, gang up on others in an online 'Worlds War Three' virtual reality game, as well as bullying and controlling them in the real world. Of course, Lois gets herself involved. And impressed one newspaper editor looking for teenage talent at the same time... one Perry White. The plot thickens.
I loved the familiar strands being woven together. The plot is a good one, exciting, contemporary and will be appealing to the teenage market. Hopefully, boys will be taken with the idea of the lovely Lois and also a young (not yet so Super) Clark in a small role and want to try this as much as girls.
Quite a funny read too, and Lois is as obstinate and strong a character as she is later in life. Lots of room for a whole series (possibly a TV series?!), and one to recommend to fans of the films/TV series/comics for ages 11-15.
I like origin stories (I'm not a comic fan, but those from literature and TV), and was interested to see how this played out. Lois here is a teenager, moving from school to school with her dad's army job (he's a big deal corporal), but also taking less-than-glowing reports with her. She's nosey, picks fights and stands behind causes, and unafraid of authority. So far, so Lois.
She's also got a friend... an online one, who talks her through her regular 'situations'. Someone called 'SmallvilleGuy'. We can all see where this is leading. I loved this idea, and like the fact that the author wants them linked so early on, it gives a lot of scope for future stories in the series.
The plot centres around some unusual behaviour among fellow students at Lois's new high school, students who seem to anticipate each other's thoughts, move together as a pack, gang up on others in an online 'Worlds War Three' virtual reality game, as well as bullying and controlling them in the real world. Of course, Lois gets herself involved. And impressed one newspaper editor looking for teenage talent at the same time... one Perry White. The plot thickens.
I loved the familiar strands being woven together. The plot is a good one, exciting, contemporary and will be appealing to the teenage market. Hopefully, boys will be taken with the idea of the lovely Lois and also a young (not yet so Super) Clark in a small role and want to try this as much as girls.
Quite a funny read too, and Lois is as obstinate and strong a character as she is later in life. Lots of room for a whole series (possibly a TV series?!), and one to recommend to fans of the films/TV series/comics for ages 11-15.
lkrivitz's review against another edition
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
lbarsk's review against another edition
4.0
Y'all! This was SO GOOD! I mean if comics aren't your thing then this probably isn't the book for you, but LOOOOIIIIISSSSS MY GIRL. A genuinely fun book, and a sequel's in the works! I loved that the message was "embrace what you love and trust your gut" — such a great thing for young folks to read. She and Clark/Supes better get together in the next one; their relationship was so young and playful and trusting and I can't wait for that to be built on.
number1angirl'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? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
itsfreelancer's review against another edition
4.0
You say Superman, I'm all in. All the time.
Welcome to alternate world where Clark Kent is still in Smallville, is a college goer and Lois Lane is in Metropolis. She and Clark are virtual buddies who met on a conspiracy board and well, have been pretty good friends so far. She also doesn't know his secret.
This book is more about Lois than about Clark. He's her sidekick. So when Lois finds something intriguing in her new college, she does what she always does. She gets into trouble and starts writing the truth.
A fast paced teen action novel, this is great for a quick read if you're a Lois Lane fan. Or a Supe fan, although we will have to check the rest of the books to see if Smallville actually wears the cape.
Welcome to alternate world where Clark Kent is still in Smallville, is a college goer and Lois Lane is in Metropolis. She and Clark are virtual buddies who met on a conspiracy board and well, have been pretty good friends so far. She also doesn't know his secret.
This book is more about Lois than about Clark. He's her sidekick. So when Lois finds something intriguing in her new college, she does what she always does. She gets into trouble and starts writing the truth.
A fast paced teen action novel, this is great for a quick read if you're a Lois Lane fan. Or a Supe fan, although we will have to check the rest of the books to see if Smallville actually wears the cape.
thebrainlair's review against another edition
4.0
3.5. An enjoyable read. Intriguing but I wanted to go a little deeper. I know a little about all the characters. Will definitely read Double Down and hope for some more insight.
christiana's review against another edition
4.0
This was really fun! I think fans of Superman and Smallville would really like this one. It kind of reminds me of Smallville from Lois' perspective. Aside from some "we're just friends, right?" ponderings, I think this story could appeal to both genders. I look forward to the next one!
nic_fish's review against another edition
3.0
a little hard to get into because of the mind control topic