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tenayamkd's review
5.0
When I was searching for fellow superhero writers and books I came across Kate and picked up Alter Ego immediately after reading the blurb. I'm so glad I did!!! It turned out to be one of the best books I've read in awhile
i_hype_romance's review
5.0
My head is still reeling. I think I'm finally moving past the End Game hangover that's been tickling the edge of my subconscious since last summer.
Mary O'Sullivan is committed to the League of Independent Operatives. The organization rescued her from the tragic accident that killed her parents, gave her sanctuary and solace, and shaped her purpose. Confident in her place in the world, she steps into a bar to carry out a mission.
She meets three people in the bar who will throw her life and her confidence into a tailspin.
- Nathan, the gray eyed British cop who jumps into the fray with her, and then follows an obscure clue to track her to the glamour of her other life.
-Jenna, the young girl struggling to gain control of her ominous powers.
-Mange, who wants to upend the world order using subversive technology.
All three of them harbor secrets that will shatter the foundation of her life. All three of them are masters of subterfuge and disguise. And all three of them will force her to confront truths long buried.
I cannot wait to read Book 2, Anti-Hero, coming May 2020.
Mary O'Sullivan is committed to the League of Independent Operatives. The organization rescued her from the tragic accident that killed her parents, gave her sanctuary and solace, and shaped her purpose. Confident in her place in the world, she steps into a bar to carry out a mission.
She meets three people in the bar who will throw her life and her confidence into a tailspin.
- Nathan, the gray eyed British cop who jumps into the fray with her, and then follows an obscure clue to track her to the glamour of her other life.
-Jenna, the young girl struggling to gain control of her ominous powers.
-Mange, who wants to upend the world order using subversive technology.
All three of them harbor secrets that will shatter the foundation of her life. All three of them are masters of subterfuge and disguise. And all three of them will force her to confront truths long buried.
I cannot wait to read Book 2, Anti-Hero, coming May 2020.
catsflipped's review
4.0
Thank you to the author for providing a free copy of this book through Voracious Readers Only.
As a lover of super hero movies I am slightly surprised I have never read a super hero book (or even comic) and this was a great place to start.
This book was well a written intruduction to the super heros of LIO and their super hero villans in Wave - or are they? As the book progresses and secrets are revealed you find yourself not sure who the good guys really are and this is the question our heros have to answer.
Fast moving and action packed this is thoroughly enjoyable book and I will definitely be searching out more of Kate Sheeran Swed's books
As a lover of super hero movies I am slightly surprised I have never read a super hero book (or even comic) and this was a great place to start.
This book was well a written intruduction to the super heros of LIO and their super hero villans in Wave - or are they? As the book progresses and secrets are revealed you find yourself not sure who the good guys really are and this is the question our heros have to answer.
Fast moving and action packed this is thoroughly enjoyable book and I will definitely be searching out more of Kate Sheeran Swed's books
ashcomb's review
4.0
Remember Jem and the Holograms animated show from the eighties? This book felt like that. I couldn't shake the feeling away. Strong women in the center of the stage, trying to save the world with their badassery and technical skills. As a child, I was obsessed with Jem, could watch it from video repeatedly.
The main protagonist of the book is Mary, a wealthy Hollywood socialite, and a vigilante with a tragic past. She doesn't have superpowers like the others in the group she belongs to, but that doesn't stop her. I would say this book is about Mary finding out who she is through her past and present, having the face what has made her. Mary is relatable despite her status. She is tough, quirky, broken, strong, and intelligent.
Kate knows how to write. The book is easy to read, the story is fast and light, and every character has their cross to bear. Yet while the book is enjoyable, like those Hollywood X-Men and Batman (the lighter ones) movies, this is not a book I would typically read. The whole Hollywood and superhero scene feels disinteresting, not because it is poorly written, quite the opposite, but because of the rich high-life feels like a nightmare to me. Who would like that? Are we so superficial that we think that is something to look up to? Kate brings out the downside of being a celebrity well, and I love she does that. Maybe the ending promises a darker sequel away from all the clamor.
Thank you for reading!
The main protagonist of the book is Mary, a wealthy Hollywood socialite, and a vigilante with a tragic past. She doesn't have superpowers like the others in the group she belongs to, but that doesn't stop her. I would say this book is about Mary finding out who she is through her past and present, having the face what has made her. Mary is relatable despite her status. She is tough, quirky, broken, strong, and intelligent.
Kate knows how to write. The book is easy to read, the story is fast and light, and every character has their cross to bear. Yet while the book is enjoyable, like those Hollywood X-Men and Batman (the lighter ones) movies, this is not a book I would typically read. The whole Hollywood and superhero scene feels disinteresting, not because it is poorly written, quite the opposite, but because of the rich high-life feels like a nightmare to me. Who would like that? Are we so superficial that we think that is something to look up to? Kate brings out the downside of being a celebrity well, and I love she does that. Maybe the ending promises a darker sequel away from all the clamor.
Thank you for reading!
dawsonza's review
5.0
I really enjoyed this book! The actions starts right from the beginning and is well paced, keeping it engaging the whole time. The character development, especially Mary and Nathan's, was great, and the plot kept me on my toes until the end.
looseleafellie's review
5.0
Alter Ego is a superhero story that starts off pretty straightforward, but tangles into a glorious morally gray knot as it goes on! The stage set at the start is pretty simple: the main character, Mary, works for a league of vigilante superheroes set on fighting an evil terrorist organization. However, the status quo gets twisted around and called into question as the heroes uncover secrets about the past and start to question their allegiances. Throw in Mary’s celebrity secret identity and some cool gadgets, and you’ve got a rip-roaring superhero adventure!
I’m a huge sucker for moral grayness and huge twists, and this book totally delivered on both those things. I’m lucky enough to have an ebook copy of the sequel, which I shall be diving into STAT!
Disclaimer: I received a free copy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest review.
I’m a huge sucker for moral grayness and huge twists, and this book totally delivered on both those things. I’m lucky enough to have an ebook copy of the sequel, which I shall be diving into STAT!
Disclaimer: I received a free copy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest review.
therealnerdymom's review
4.0
I want to thank Kate again for sending me a copy of Alter Ego. I absolutely loved this superhero book. It's full of action, twists I didn't see coming and characters I love!
amysreading_nook's review
4.0
First I want to say a big thank you to Kate Sheeran Swed for sending me a copy of Alter Ego for review! All views and opinions discussed here are my own.
I really enjoy Kate's books because they are always so unique and nothing like anything else i've read. This book was just the same; an intriguing sci-fi book with one foot in Hollywood Stardom and the other in alter-ego's and hidden identities. This book kept me on my toes throughout and I never quite knew who were the good guys and who were the bad guys. I actually messaged Kate at one point in shock when one twist was revealed! This is what I loved about this book; it constantly kept you guessing and even though something was revealed, it doesn't mean that there wren't going to be more twists along the way.
I really enjoyed Mary; she was a fascinating character and I loved her wit - she was such a badass and I was rooting for her throughout. I really enjoyed the range of characters throughout this book; I liked that it was quite ambiguous as to who was in the right and that at times, you could clearly see the point of view of each side and understand why they thought they were in the right.
If there's one thing I would have liked more of, it was a bit more of an explanation about the powers and how they worked? I couldn't quite get my head around that at times or keep track.
Highly recommend reading Alter Ego if you want a fun and captivating Sci-Fi read.
I really enjoy Kate's books because they are always so unique and nothing like anything else i've read. This book was just the same; an intriguing sci-fi book with one foot in Hollywood Stardom and the other in alter-ego's and hidden identities. This book kept me on my toes throughout and I never quite knew who were the good guys and who were the bad guys. I actually messaged Kate at one point in shock when one twist was revealed! This is what I loved about this book; it constantly kept you guessing and even though something was revealed, it doesn't mean that there wren't going to be more twists along the way.
I really enjoyed Mary; she was a fascinating character and I loved her wit - she was such a badass and I was rooting for her throughout. I really enjoyed the range of characters throughout this book; I liked that it was quite ambiguous as to who was in the right and that at times, you could clearly see the point of view of each side and understand why they thought they were in the right.
If there's one thing I would have liked more of, it was a bit more of an explanation about the powers and how they worked? I couldn't quite get my head around that at times or keep track.
Highly recommend reading Alter Ego if you want a fun and captivating Sci-Fi read.
thecatochronicles's review
5.0
This book was so much fun! I read 85% of the book in a single sitting.
Chapter 1 starts off this story with an action-packed bang, and it doesn't let up until the final page. Full of more twists and crazy reveals than I had ever expected, Alter Ego is an exciting, fun, breakneck adventure. I love this cast of characters and it has a perfect ending that will leave you torn and begging for more!
What a debut! If you love superpowers, heroes without powers, or an epic fight between good and evil, this book is for you. Go read it!
Chapter 1 starts off this story with an action-packed bang, and it doesn't let up until the final page. Full of more twists and crazy reveals than I had ever expected, Alter Ego is an exciting, fun, breakneck adventure. I love this cast of characters and it has a perfect ending that will leave you torn and begging for more!
What a debut! If you love superpowers, heroes without powers, or an epic fight between good and evil, this book is for you. Go read it!
a_j_torres0's review
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I received a free eBook in exchange for an honest review.
Alter Ego is a Adult Science Fiction/Superhero novel, book 1 in the series.
Hmmm, based on my scoring so far, I think I'm happy to say 4 stars is good for me. It's either that or 3.5, but because halfsies are a no no, I might as well say 4. The story was entertaining and engaging sometimes, and I did like the characters, plus Alter Ego totally gave me a MCU meets Mission Impossible vibe. The story was fun, exciting, and thrilling when it came down to it. I say if you like things like the MCU and Mission Impossible movies, I say give this book a try. I'm sure you'll have fun, especially if you're in the mood for more superhero stories mixed with some thrilling espionage.
Alter Ego is a Adult Science Fiction/Superhero novel, book 1 in the series.
Hmmm, based on my scoring so far, I think I'm happy to say 4 stars is good for me. It's either that or 3.5, but because halfsies are a no no, I might as well say 4. The story was entertaining and engaging sometimes, and I did like the characters, plus Alter Ego totally gave me a MCU meets Mission Impossible vibe. The story was fun, exciting, and thrilling when it came down to it. I say if you like things like the MCU and Mission Impossible movies, I say give this book a try. I'm sure you'll have fun, especially if you're in the mood for more superhero stories mixed with some thrilling espionage.