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A review by lyndiane
Powerless: A Superhero Novel by Tony Cooper
3.0
2.5 stars
Rather more original than the usual superhero offering, this is more of a murder and thriller novel than a story about superheroes. The narrative is very gritty, and considers the possibility of what can happen if all the members of a superhero team don't actually get along with each other.
Why only 2.5 stars? In too many places it feels as though the author has dipped into the Stephen King style of dramatic effects, with exaggerated descriptions of senseless violence that goes on for too long. Regrettably, this detracts from the story, and it degenerates into a literal 'bloody mess'. Some of the plot lines also don't make a lot of sense, most notably Charles' apparent fear at being outed; by 2012 this was no longer a big deal, and his paranoia is actually more than just a bit irritating.
I felt that the author opted for dramatic effect rather than a balanced storyline, which is disappointing.
Rather more original than the usual superhero offering, this is more of a murder and thriller novel than a story about superheroes. The narrative is very gritty, and considers the possibility of what can happen if all the members of a superhero team don't actually get along with each other.
Why only 2.5 stars? In too many places it feels as though the author has dipped into the Stephen King style of dramatic effects, with exaggerated descriptions of senseless violence that goes on for too long. Regrettably, this detracts from the story, and it degenerates into a literal 'bloody mess'. Some of the plot lines also don't make a lot of sense, most notably Charles' apparent fear at being outed; by 2012 this was no longer a big deal, and his paranoia is actually more than just a bit irritating.
I felt that the author opted for dramatic effect rather than a balanced storyline, which is disappointing.