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nelsonseye's review against another edition
4.0
So I powered (*cough*) through Heroine Worship last night and today. Everything I liked about the relationships in [b:Heroine Complex|27209443|Heroine Complex (Heroine Complex, #1)|Sarah Kuhn|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1460482959l/27209443._SY75_.jpg|47250933] was further developed, and Annie's journey of self-discovery (and her eventual willingness to take risks) was awesome. I also thought the pop culture references were very well done; admittedly I am a bit of a sucker for Star Trek references.
drey72's review against another edition
3.0
Disclosure: I received this book for free in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.
If you're looking for a bubblegum-pop read this summer, pick up Heroine Worship! It's the second book in a series (book 3 - Heroine's Journey - is out July 3rd), but can be read as a standalone.
Heroine Worship is the story of a girl who's used to being needed, used to doing things her way, and used to others' praise for saving the world (or San Fran, anyway). Now, Aveda Jupiter - aka Annie Chang - is having an identity crisis. She's not superhero-ing now that San Francisco has been saved from demons (for the time being), and she's not sure what to do with herself. When one's whole life is tied up in their super identity, how do you handle down time? In 2 words: Aveda's not.
When her BFF Evie Tanaka gets engaged and asks Aveda to be maid of honor, Aveda takes to the role like a duck to water. Or is it fish to water? I'm misplacing my animals. In any case, Aveda decides she's going to be the BEST maid of honor, EVER. For Evie, of course. Never mind what Evie thinks, Aveda's going to make sure it's perfect!
Hijinks and hilarity ensue, with a healthy dose of enraged Bridezillas and a demon on the loose. Will Aveda learn to chill? Or will her obsessiveness with doing things perfectly drive everyone else batshit crazy? I'm not telling; you'll just have to pick this up and check it out for yourself.
drey's rating: Pick it up!
Have you read Heroine Worship? What did you think?This review was originally posted on drey's library
drey's thoughts:
If you're looking for a bubblegum-pop read this summer, pick up Heroine Worship! It's the second book in a series (book 3 - Heroine's Journey - is out July 3rd), but can be read as a standalone.
Heroine Worship is the story of a girl who's used to being needed, used to doing things her way, and used to others' praise for saving the world (or San Fran, anyway). Now, Aveda Jupiter - aka Annie Chang - is having an identity crisis. She's not superhero-ing now that San Francisco has been saved from demons (for the time being), and she's not sure what to do with herself. When one's whole life is tied up in their super identity, how do you handle down time? In 2 words: Aveda's not.
When her BFF Evie Tanaka gets engaged and asks Aveda to be maid of honor, Aveda takes to the role like a duck to water. Or is it fish to water? I'm misplacing my animals. In any case, Aveda decides she's going to be the BEST maid of honor, EVER. For Evie, of course. Never mind what Evie thinks, Aveda's going to make sure it's perfect!
Hijinks and hilarity ensue, with a healthy dose of enraged Bridezillas and a demon on the loose. Will Aveda learn to chill? Or will her obsessiveness with doing things perfectly drive everyone else batshit crazy? I'm not telling; you'll just have to pick this up and check it out for yourself.
drey's rating: Pick it up!
Have you read Heroine Worship? What did you think?This review was originally posted on drey's library
bobarisu's review against another edition
Pre-review thoughts:
I probably won't pick this series back up for a while, but if I do, it'll be for my girl Annie.
I didn't finish the first book because I didn't like Nate and Evie as a couple. I think I can kind of tell how this one is going to end, so I'd rather imagine my own fanfic for it.
I probably won't pick this series back up for a while, but if I do, it'll be for my girl Annie.
I didn't finish the first book because I didn't like Nate and Evie as a couple. I think I can kind of tell how this one is going to end, so I'd rather imagine my own fanfic for it.
wenchpixie's review against another edition
5.0
A change in narrator from the first book, which was initially unsettling, but it ended up being really interesting to view the inter-character relationships from a different view point. It remains a really interesting mythos and the characters are very likeable whilst being pretty flawed people.
ankonyx's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
fast-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
4.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Bullying and Toxic friendship
Minor: Racism
onceandfuturelaura's review against another edition
3.0
Wherein childhood traumas manifest as demons, which is convenient for punching. A little afterschool-specially, but SO much better than the Hallmark Channel.
magatha88's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
tar92's review against another edition
4.0
This was a great follow up the first book. I do like the character perspective shifts. And giving more characters room to grow and change. I think the thing I love most about this series is how random the villains are. The first book we got flesh eating cupcakes, this book was bridezillas. It's hilarious, it makes you cringe, love this sequel. Can't wait for the next.
eager_reader_'s review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
fast-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? Yes
4.0
Book 51 for 2022! 4/5 stars for this adult superhero book! More hilarious "puppy" demons and antics in this book! Absolutely loving this series so far! Highly recommend!