Book details
The Second Wave (The Meta Superhero Novel Series: Book #2)
Description
Summer's over and Connor Connolly is headed back to school to start junior year. But with metabands falling from the sky, the world has changed overnight, and now there are thousands of new metahumans. Just like regular humans, not all metahumans are using their new powers for good.Now, Connor's not only dealing with the pressures of being a super-human and training with his mentor, Midnight, he also has to balance relationships with the people he cares for most. People who find themselves on different sides of the fence when it comes to their feelings about the new metahumans and the impact they're having on everyone else's lives. As the world struggles to adjust to the events of the past few months, Connor's alter ego, Omni, works with The Agency to apprehend law breaking metahumans, and detain them at the Silver Island Meta Detention Facility. When he's recruited for a job assisting the government agency with disarming one of the most powerful and secretive metas in Bay View City, he never expects the devastation of that mission or the affect it will have on both humans and metas. Is Connor capable of becoming the hero he wants to be?
Age
13-17
Text complexity
proficient
Length
274 pages
Book in series
#2
Why to read
- Continuation of an Engaging Story: 'The Second Wave' is the second book in The Meta Superhero Novel Series, allowing readers to dive deeper into the universe created by Tom Reynolds. It's a chance to see the development of characters and plot lines introduced in the first book, 'Meta'.
- Superhero Action and Adventure: For fans of superhero narratives, this book offers a thrilling mix of action and adventure. Readers who enjoy tales of individuals with extraordinary abilities will find the battles, challenges, and heroics in 'The Second Wave' particularly satisfying.
- Character Development: The novel provides a deeper look into the lives and struggles of the characters, both heroes and villains. This installment explores the complexities of its characters, giving readers a chance to understand their motivations and empathize with their journeys.
- Themes of Responsibility and Power: 'The Second Wave' delves into the classic superhero themes of responsibility, the burden of power, and the moral dilemmas that come with being a savior. It's a thought-provoking read for those who appreciate stories that question what it means to be a hero in a modern world.