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The third book, and this time our MC is Batgirl!
Yes, Barbara Gordon who always had a big affinity with bats, technology goes full Batgirl in this one. I really love the girl, how she is smart without rubbing it in others, how she is sweet to her friends, always willing to help them out, how she is brave and will make do without superpowers (which in a world full of superheroes is quite a feat, at least that is what I think), and so many other good qualities that make her a really likeable girl.
The book starts at the precise moment from where we left off in the previous book. We see Supergirl getting chosen for Superhero of the Month, her mentioning Batgirl, and from there the wheels turn. She has to convince her dad that she can go to the school (her biggest wish), and then later has to convince him for many other things.
And the moment when she can go to school I was delighted, it provided a new perspective on the school as Batgirl doesn't have superpowers, she relies on strength, smarts, and on the technology she can build. The other two girls were awesome, don't get me wrong, but they are still superheroes. It was so refreshing to see a new perspective on the school. And also to see how she is handling the all the pressure, and also the various things that were so normal to superheroes.
I did feel like she took on too much, a bit like the other 2 girls before her. I do hope that Katana's book will have less of that. I don't mind that it was added, it gave a bit more depth to the character(s), but since it was also featured in the other books (in different degrees) it just got a bit boring. Come on, why can't this girl see for herself that she just has to say no at times. You aren't going to disappoint your friends, sure, they may be a bit sad that you can't help them, but I am sure they will understand if you explain how much you already have to do and that you are still adjusting.
I loved the focus on Barda, giving her some precious spotlight time that she so deserves. I did feel sorry that she was having such a hard time at school, even though, come on, there are more people in the school that will turn out villains in various timelines through the comic universe. But I am happy to see that people are slowly starting to accept her.
I didn't like Barbara's/Batgirl's dad that much. Yes, I can understand (a bit at least) why he did various things, but really, why couldn't he have seen that he was hurting the person he cared about the most? Why was his answer to her wanting to try new things, wanting to make a new person to ignore her and not talk to her or even visit during important moments? I just found that ridiculous. Giving a kid her space and ignoring her totally are two totally different things. :|
The tech show? It was a nice add, and I was delighted with the outcome, sure, I felt sorry for that kid that lost, but really, you knew this could happen, and it wasn't as if x didn't deserve it.
The quiz elements were quite fun, and the challenges were interesting and really brought out the inner strength of the participants.
Noah, bleh. I don't like that kind of character. I did feel sorry for him, but mostly I was just annoyed at his attitude and how he handled things going wrong.
Of course we have a big showdown at the end, which seems to be a normal feature in these books. I don't mind them, it was quite a fun one this time and really showed how well Batgirl is doing as superhero + how she made friends and how they will help her in times of need. She is a great asset to the group.
Harley however.... I love that girl, she is one of my favourites in the universe, and I also quite liked her in the past books, however, I hated her so so so much in this one. Her total lack of care, her total lack of empathy regarding things? It was just ridiculous how she reacted when something went wrong. I just wanted to shake her left and right. She was so rude and mean.
Phew, this one got quite long, I think I have everything I wanted to post in there. I definitely enjoyed this book, and I can't wait for the next one. Argh, we end with a cliffhanger!
Would definitely recommend this book, and series to everyone.
Review first posted at https://twirlingbookprincess.com
Yes, Barbara Gordon who always had a big affinity with bats, technology goes full Batgirl in this one. I really love the girl, how she is smart without rubbing it in others, how she is sweet to her friends, always willing to help them out, how she is brave and will make do without superpowers (which in a world full of superheroes is quite a feat, at least that is what I think), and so many other good qualities that make her a really likeable girl.
The book starts at the precise moment from where we left off in the previous book. We see Supergirl getting chosen for Superhero of the Month, her mentioning Batgirl, and from there the wheels turn. She has to convince her dad that she can go to the school (her biggest wish), and then later has to convince him for many other things.
And the moment when she can go to school I was delighted, it provided a new perspective on the school as Batgirl doesn't have superpowers, she relies on strength, smarts, and on the technology she can build. The other two girls were awesome, don't get me wrong, but they are still superheroes. It was so refreshing to see a new perspective on the school. And also to see how she is handling the all the pressure, and also the various things that were so normal to superheroes.
I did feel like she took on too much, a bit like the other 2 girls before her. I do hope that Katana's book will have less of that. I don't mind that it was added, it gave a bit more depth to the character(s), but since it was also featured in the other books (in different degrees) it just got a bit boring. Come on, why can't this girl see for herself that she just has to say no at times. You aren't going to disappoint your friends, sure, they may be a bit sad that you can't help them, but I am sure they will understand if you explain how much you already have to do and that you are still adjusting.
I loved the focus on Barda, giving her some precious spotlight time that she so deserves. I did feel sorry that she was having such a hard time at school, even though, come on, there are more people in the school that will turn out villains in various timelines through the comic universe. But I am happy to see that people are slowly starting to accept her.
I didn't like Barbara's/Batgirl's dad that much. Yes, I can understand (a bit at least) why he did various things, but really, why couldn't he have seen that he was hurting the person he cared about the most? Why was his answer to her wanting to try new things, wanting to make a new person to ignore her and not talk to her or even visit during important moments? I just found that ridiculous. Giving a kid her space and ignoring her totally are two totally different things. :|
The tech show? It was a nice add, and I was delighted with the outcome, sure, I felt sorry for that kid that lost, but really, you knew this could happen, and it wasn't as if x didn't deserve it.
The quiz elements were quite fun, and the challenges were interesting and really brought out the inner strength of the participants.
Noah, bleh. I don't like that kind of character. I did feel sorry for him, but mostly I was just annoyed at his attitude and how he handled things going wrong.
Of course we have a big showdown at the end, which seems to be a normal feature in these books. I don't mind them, it was quite a fun one this time and really showed how well Batgirl is doing as superhero + how she made friends and how they will help her in times of need. She is a great asset to the group.
Harley however.... I love that girl, she is one of my favourites in the universe, and I also quite liked her in the past books, however, I hated her so so so much in this one. Her total lack of care, her total lack of empathy regarding things? It was just ridiculous how she reacted when something went wrong. I just wanted to shake her left and right. She was so rude and mean.
Phew, this one got quite long, I think I have everything I wanted to post in there. I definitely enjoyed this book, and I can't wait for the next one. Argh, we end with a cliffhanger!
Would definitely recommend this book, and series to everyone.
Review first posted at https://twirlingbookprincess.com
Ohh, I liked this one way better than the prior two. Unlike those books, in this one the heroine grew gradually throughout the book.
That this title features a protagonist vs. self conflict for the first half of the book is interesting, and it sets Batgirl apart from the other books in this series (and from many superhero stories for this age group in general). This book also has MUCH improved pacing from Supergirl and Wonder Woman, the previous titles in the Super Hero High line. However, having already jumped ahead and read the Harley Quinn series finale, I'm shocked that Yee made HQ such an unrepentant bully in this book! The heel-turn into blaming Batgirl for her own bad idea(s) and not having any consequences in either this book or her own title surprises me, given the young MG target audience.
Let me begin by saying that the low rating is simply because I am not the intended audience for this book. Very age specific. A lot of talk of school drama, cliches, making friends, and keeping up good grades. I highly recommend this series for young ladies and gents who love superheroes but want some more story than just beating up the bad guys.
However if I had read this back when I was the proper age--somewhere between 5th and 8th grade--I would have loved this book. I personally could not shake off my grown-up view enough to really enjoy this. (Some children's books are truly great for all ages, some make us forget we were ever a grown-up... this isn't one of those titles.) However great motivation towards you can be anything and do anything. Strong (both mentally and physically) characters for both girls and boys however the intended audience is definitely middle grade females.
However if I had read this back when I was the proper age--somewhere between 5th and 8th grade--I would have loved this book. I personally could not shake off my grown-up view enough to really enjoy this. (Some children's books are truly great for all ages, some make us forget we were ever a grown-up... this isn't one of those titles.) However great motivation towards you can be anything and do anything. Strong (both mentally and physically) characters for both girls and boys however the intended audience is definitely middle grade females.
Unlike the first two books, this installment does not recreate any of the storylines from the webisodes or movies and is so much better for it!
I read this out loud to my daughter and it was a straight up poor read aloud experience. It’s just clunky, and I felt like it needed better editing. The story itself also left something to be desired. But my 9 year old enjoyed it, and I can see the way these books open doors to the wider world of super hero stories, so I appreciate that about it.
Barbara Gorden, the daughter of Commissioner Gorden has secretly longed to attend Super Hero High with her best friend Supergirl. The problem is, though Barbara is extremely smart and capable, she doesn’t possess any super powers. How can she be a superhero without any sort of special abilities?
But when Supergirl is named the “Hero of the Month” she makes it known that she couldn’t have done it without the help of Batgirl. It was then that Barbara realizes that while she has no powers of her own, she creates all sorts of tech that can help her do the job that she longs to do. She could be a hero and attend Super Hero High herself. But there is one more problem that she would have to overcome before that can happen. Her father. He knows how dangerous being a crime fighter is and doesn’t want to allow his daughter to be constantly in the line of fire. Can she find a way to change his mind and convince him that being a superhero is what she is truly meant to do?
I realize that this book is meant for much younger readers than I am, but it is still an enjoyable story with a very inspiring message for younger readers. It does have a few fun moments that I think are directed at older folks who happen to be reading it with their kids. If you have ever seen any of the Batman TV show episodes from the 1960’s, you’ll enjoy the subtle references to the show. Those references are not so overwhelming as to confuse younger readers who may not have ever seen them, but are merely something that amused me when they popped up in the text.
I have read a couple of the Super Hero High Books so far, and I think that many will appreciate them, especially younger girls who are looking for something inspiring to read as well as those who enjoy comic book stories, They are quick, easy to read chapter books that I believe many will enjoy. Recommended.
But when Supergirl is named the “Hero of the Month” she makes it known that she couldn’t have done it without the help of Batgirl. It was then that Barbara realizes that while she has no powers of her own, she creates all sorts of tech that can help her do the job that she longs to do. She could be a hero and attend Super Hero High herself. But there is one more problem that she would have to overcome before that can happen. Her father. He knows how dangerous being a crime fighter is and doesn’t want to allow his daughter to be constantly in the line of fire. Can she find a way to change his mind and convince him that being a superhero is what she is truly meant to do?
I realize that this book is meant for much younger readers than I am, but it is still an enjoyable story with a very inspiring message for younger readers. It does have a few fun moments that I think are directed at older folks who happen to be reading it with their kids. If you have ever seen any of the Batman TV show episodes from the 1960’s, you’ll enjoy the subtle references to the show. Those references are not so overwhelming as to confuse younger readers who may not have ever seen them, but are merely something that amused me when they popped up in the text.
I have read a couple of the Super Hero High Books so far, and I think that many will appreciate them, especially younger girls who are looking for something inspiring to read as well as those who enjoy comic book stories, They are quick, easy to read chapter books that I believe many will enjoy. Recommended.
The DC Super Hero Girls series has stolen my heart in a totally non-illegal way, so no need to send in the supers to save the day, I promise! Lisa Yee has once again created a wonderful addition to the series with Batgirl at Super Hero High. I think I have said this after every book so far, but this is my new favorite of this adventurous, high-power, super series!
The third installment start exactly where the second one ended, at the Hero of the Month assembly where Supergirl was just selected. Supergirl knows she couldn't have saved the day without the help of her best friend, though, so she calls to the newly-dubbed Batgirl (or Barbara Gordon, as you must remember from the first book) to share the glory. Due to her excellent help, and her out-of-this-world tech capabilities, Batgirl is invited to join the ranks at Super Hero High by Principal Waller. However, there is one person not excited to learn of Batgirl's invitation: her father, Commissioner Gordon. Barbara's father is very protective of his only child and he doesn't want to risk her safety by her joining the ranks of the teen superheroes. I feel for this father - and part-time Super Hero High teacher - but everyone knows that Barbara has what it takes to be a super.
Barbara Gordon as Batgirl is a true gem. She's smart, honest, brave, selfless, and a wonderful friend and daughter. She may not have any superpowers except for her genius mind and ingenuity, but she is a hard-worker and continuously comes out on top. It was great to see her friendship with Supergirl grow and to also get to see more friends added to the mix, such as Beast Boy (a personal favorite) and Cyborg. One of the things I liked most about this story was how her friends really rally around the newest Super Hero High student. She is at a disadvantage without powers, but her friends help train her and teach her how to work around that to become the best superhero she can be. I can't stress enough how touching it is to see teenagers so selfless with their time and talents to help another student!
I am about to make an admission that might not be terribly popular: Harley Quinn drives me nuts! We got to see her in the previous books before, but for some reason, I just couldn't stand her in this one. I think it is her rather selfish nature that just gets under my skin. She's loud, obnoxious, always shoving her camera in people's faces, and trying to up her online viewership, she doesn't care what it may be doing to her peers. Now I know who she becomes later in the DC universe, so it shouldn't be a surprise, but I still think she's quite the brat and I wouldn't mind seeing a little less of her. She has a fairly large roll in this installment due to a project she asks Batgirl to help her with. Batgirl, always the one to lend a helping techie hand, pulls out all the stops to help her and Harley takes all the credit. That is, until things start to go horribly wrong. Is this the end of our world as we know it? Has Batgirl turned into the newest villain? Is she being set up? Who could possibly save us all? Dun dun dun! Pick up a copy and find out for yourself. I'm not spoiling the fun!
Fun is exactly what you will find within the pages of Batgirl at Super Hero High. Fun, adventure, superpowers and awesome fighting skills, technological masterpieces, superhuman good grades, insecurities, finding yourself, familial acceptance, an adorable baby bat, and the best friends a girl could ask for are all waiting for you inside this great story. I can't wait to see what is in store for everyone in the next book (due July 4th), Katana at Super Hero High!
If you have yet to jump into the world of the DC Super Hero Girls, check out my review for Wonder Woman at Super Hero High (book 1) and my review for Supergirl at Super Hero High (book 2) and get started on these super adventures today!
**A finished copy was provided by the publisher in exchange for an honest review. Review was originally posted on my blog, She Dreams in Fiction.**
The third installment start exactly where the second one ended, at the Hero of the Month assembly where Supergirl was just selected. Supergirl knows she couldn't have saved the day without the help of her best friend, though, so she calls to the newly-dubbed Batgirl (or Barbara Gordon, as you must remember from the first book) to share the glory. Due to her excellent help, and her out-of-this-world tech capabilities, Batgirl is invited to join the ranks at Super Hero High by Principal Waller. However, there is one person not excited to learn of Batgirl's invitation: her father, Commissioner Gordon. Barbara's father is very protective of his only child and he doesn't want to risk her safety by her joining the ranks of the teen superheroes. I feel for this father - and part-time Super Hero High teacher - but everyone knows that Barbara has what it takes to be a super.
Barbara Gordon as Batgirl is a true gem. She's smart, honest, brave, selfless, and a wonderful friend and daughter. She may not have any superpowers except for her genius mind and ingenuity, but she is a hard-worker and continuously comes out on top. It was great to see her friendship with Supergirl grow and to also get to see more friends added to the mix, such as Beast Boy (a personal favorite) and Cyborg. One of the things I liked most about this story was how her friends really rally around the newest Super Hero High student. She is at a disadvantage without powers, but her friends help train her and teach her how to work around that to become the best superhero she can be. I can't stress enough how touching it is to see teenagers so selfless with their time and talents to help another student!
I am about to make an admission that might not be terribly popular: Harley Quinn drives me nuts! We got to see her in the previous books before, but for some reason, I just couldn't stand her in this one. I think it is her rather selfish nature that just gets under my skin. She's loud, obnoxious, always shoving her camera in people's faces, and trying to up her online viewership, she doesn't care what it may be doing to her peers. Now I know who she becomes later in the DC universe, so it shouldn't be a surprise, but I still think she's quite the brat and I wouldn't mind seeing a little less of her. She has a fairly large roll in this installment due to a project she asks Batgirl to help her with. Batgirl, always the one to lend a helping techie hand, pulls out all the stops to help her and Harley takes all the credit. That is, until things start to go horribly wrong. Is this the end of our world as we know it? Has Batgirl turned into the newest villain? Is she being set up? Who could possibly save us all? Dun dun dun! Pick up a copy and find out for yourself. I'm not spoiling the fun!
Fun is exactly what you will find within the pages of Batgirl at Super Hero High. Fun, adventure, superpowers and awesome fighting skills, technological masterpieces, superhuman good grades, insecurities, finding yourself, familial acceptance, an adorable baby bat, and the best friends a girl could ask for are all waiting for you inside this great story. I can't wait to see what is in store for everyone in the next book (due July 4th), Katana at Super Hero High!
If you have yet to jump into the world of the DC Super Hero Girls, check out my review for Wonder Woman at Super Hero High (book 1) and my review for Supergirl at Super Hero High (book 2) and get started on these super adventures today!
**A finished copy was provided by the publisher in exchange for an honest review. Review was originally posted on my blog, She Dreams in Fiction.**