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jessicaludden's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
“There was the potential for evil everywhere, and the only way to combat it was if more people chose goodness. If more people chose heroism. Not laziness. Not apathy. Not indifference.”
I really loved this. I was in the mood for superheroes and secret identities and this did not disappoint. I loved the found family aspect and of course the slow burn enemies to lovers (although they don’t know it). I really liked the political nature of this government of superheroes and the way that both our main characters question it’s legitimacy. Both Adrian and Nova see how the Council isn’t fit to govern but they differ in their beliefs on how things should be. Adrian seems to lean more towards a world with stereotypical superheroes who are slightly more like vigilantes while Nova believes a world without prodigies would be the best. Nova is super pessimistic and very cynical but I love her for it. I adored Adrian and his “heartfelt drawings.” Overall, this was a great set up for the rest of the series and I’m excited to see where that cliffhanger leads.
I really loved this. I was in the mood for superheroes and secret identities and this did not disappoint. I loved the found family aspect and of course the slow burn enemies to lovers (although they don’t know it). I really liked the political nature of this government of superheroes and the way that both our main characters question it’s legitimacy. Both Adrian and Nova see how the Council isn’t fit to govern but they differ in their beliefs on how things should be. Adrian seems to lean more towards a world with stereotypical superheroes who are slightly more like vigilantes while Nova believes a world without prodigies would be the best. Nova is super pessimistic and very cynical but I love her for it. I adored Adrian and his “heartfelt drawings.” Overall, this was a great set up for the rest of the series and I’m excited to see where that cliffhanger leads.
Content Warnings
Minor: Fire/Fire injury, Murder, Child death, Death of parent, Blood, Abandonment, and Death
cora_hreads's review
adventurous
funny
inspiring
mysterious
tense
medium-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? It's complicated
4.0
*SPOILERS THROUGHOUT!*
I leave “Renegades” feeling both interested and a little confused. We end with three sub-plot lines to be resolved in book 2: romantic endeavors between Adrian and Nova, the Council’s ulterior motives with Max’s power-of-origin, and Ace Anarchy being alive. While they all lead up to a great book 2 setup, I’m wish that the way they were written was a bit different. Instead of Nova leaving Adrian at the end without much information, she could’ve led him on with something gentle (like a hug). That’s my main “peeve,” but everything else seems to be in the in-between of good and somewhat plot hole-y. Hopefully book 2 helps bring those to a close.
For the entire book, I liked that there was a good, solid balance between character development and action. For every sample of relationships that the reader learns about, some aspect of action or fighting was in progress, had just happened, or was going on. The action itself was engaging and broke up the book well — surprisingly, for me, it was a part that I really liked! I also felt like I could have a true understanding of most of the characters. They were funny, loving, charismatic — more than just characters, they were really people. I can’t commend Meyer enough for putting so much into them.
Overall, I give “Renegades” 4/5 stars because of how well written both the actions and the characters were written (along with plot pacing). I do wish that some of the sub plots were tied up a little bit more at the end, though, even if book 2 was in mind during the writing of book 1.
I leave “Renegades” feeling both interested and a little confused. We end with three sub-plot lines to be resolved in book 2: romantic endeavors between Adrian and Nova, the Council’s ulterior motives with Max’s power-of-origin, and Ace Anarchy being alive. While they all lead up to a great book 2 setup, I’m wish that the way they were written was a bit different. Instead of Nova leaving Adrian at the end without much information, she could’ve led him on with something gentle (like a hug). That’s my main “peeve,” but everything else seems to be in the in-between of good and somewhat plot hole-y. Hopefully book 2 helps bring those to a close.
For the entire book, I liked that there was a good, solid balance between character development and action. For every sample of relationships that the reader learns about, some aspect of action or fighting was in progress, had just happened, or was going on. The action itself was engaging and broke up the book well — surprisingly, for me, it was a part that I really liked! I also felt like I could have a true understanding of most of the characters. They were funny, loving, charismatic — more than just characters, they were really people. I can’t commend Meyer enough for putting so much into them.
Overall, I give “Renegades” 4/5 stars because of how well written both the actions and the characters were written (along with plot pacing). I do wish that some of the sub plots were tied up a little bit more at the end, though, even if book 2 was in mind during the writing of book 1.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Abandonment, Death, Death of parent, Child death, and Fire/Fire injury
cherry__tomatoes's review
adventurous
hopeful
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
Overall, I felt like this book checked a lot of the needs of a superhero fantasy book. The powers and characters kept you drawn in throughout the book. I loved the variety of powers and talents throughout the cast of characters, it was nice to see a variety of powers from controlling insects to manipulating poisons. Another amazing thing about this book is how the main character is a woman, it's hard to find modern-day superhero stories that follow a woman. Overall, I loved the plot and idea of the book more than the writing, the writing style was a little basic and easy to follow but it was not terrible. I have a couple of problems throughout this book, like I said the writing style was a little bland so it was hard to be drawn into the stories sometimes. There was also quite a bit of confusion throughout the book, I feel like the cast of characters was too big. I felt like the inclusion of five people on the Renegades council made it confusing to follow, and it didn't feel like they added anything to the story. I feel like the storyline would have flown better if Caption Chromium was the only council member, possibly including Dread Warden because of his relationship with Nova. Ultimately, it was an entertaining, vibrant superhero story about a young mysterious woman who trying to find her footing in a world of chaos and confusion.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death of parent, Death, and Violence
Moderate: Gun violence and Chronic illness
Minor: Abandonment, Blood, Grief, and Injury/Injury detail
abby_shupe's review
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
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
4.75
I will forever love this series. Of course it takes awhile to get going, but this is my second time re reading it and though everything is obviously spoiled for me - it’s still such a fun read! Archenemies, the second book is perfection and got 5 stars from me, but this is close. Top tier romance, and an amazing, unique plot. I will admit, a few plot holes I really start to see during my re read, but we’ll just ignore those for the sake of an amazing series 😂. Secret identities, friends/enemies to lovers, superheros, villains pov, and a ton of loveable characters; What more could you ask for?!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Blood, Violence, and Gun violence
Moderate: Abandonment, Murder, Fire/Fire injury, Death of parent, and Death
c45p1n's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
overall whole series was amazing, final book had a tad anticlimactic ending tho
Content Warnings
Moderate: Blood, Abandonment, Child abuse, Death, Death of parent, and Grief
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