Super Human
A Super Human Clash
-
-
5.0 • 2 Ratings
-
-
- $11.99
-
- $11.99
Publisher Description
In a world where ancient power rises, a group of young heroes embarks on an epic journey that will test their strength, determination, and newly discovered abilities.
“Carroll’s exuberant prose is just right. A novel-length superhero comic sans illustrations [that] should easily appeal to fans of the X–Men and Justice League.”—Publishers Weekly
The time has come for a new generation of heroes . . .
Four thousand years ago, the world’s first superhuman walked the earth. Possessing the strength of one hundred men, skin impervious to attack, and the ability to read minds, this immortal being used his power to conquer and enslave nations. Now plans are in motion that will transport this superhuman to the present, where he’ll usher in a new age of tyranny unlike anything the world has ever seen. Determined to stand against their enemies, using powers they’ve only just begun to master, is a ragtag group of young heroes. For them this first test may be their greatest . . . or their last.
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY
Carroll's alternate version of our world includes superpowered heroes and villains, but even they are falling victim to a global epidemic. Or at least the adults are teenagers, superhuman or not, are immune. So when a group called the Helotry plans to resurrect an ancient, invincible superhuman named Krodin, the only people in their way are a handful of teenagers. These include telekinetic Roz; superstrong Abby; Thunder, who manipulates sound waves; and a con artist named Lance. But they have little experience using their powers, and none working as a team. Balancing abundant action with moments of introspection, Carroll's (the Quantum Prophecy trilogy) exuberant prose is just right for setting, story, and characters alike this is basically a novel-length superhero comic, sans illustrations, and should easily appeal to fans of the X-Men, Justice League, etc. The young heroes are both brave and terrified, often acting solely because it's the only way to save their families. They're clever, yet make mistakes, which casts them in a more realistic light. Ages 10 up.
