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EVO: UPRISING
In EVO: UPRISING, the long anticipated sequel to The First, Kipjo Ewers brings you deeper into the new world of the EVO Universe… Where you either evolve or die…
Seven years after the Judgment Virus, also known as the EVO Virus, infected the planet, a portion of the Earth’s population of humans has died, while another portion received powers and abilities. Super humans now walked the Earth. Some use their abilities for good taking up the mantel of heroes, others for evil becoming villains, and the rest join and form super human military units within their respective countries building towards another possible Cold War.
Sophia Dennison, the first and most powerful superhuman on the planet, who inadvertently changed the world, is unable to fit in with the race she was once a part of, and unwilling to embrace the race she created. Living a life of semi-isolation, she uses her power and abilities to help people as she sees fit, taking no mantle. However, a new threat to the planet will force her to not only confront several spectrums of her past, but ultimately her destiny.
Get ready for the UPRISING…
Seven years after the Judgment Virus, also known as the EVO Virus, infected the planet, a portion of the Earth’s population of humans has died, while another portion received powers and abilities. Super humans now walked the Earth. Some use their abilities for good taking up the mantel of heroes, others for evil becoming villains, and the rest join and form super human military units within their respective countries building towards another possible Cold War.
Sophia Dennison, the first and most powerful superhuman on the planet, who inadvertently changed the world, is unable to fit in with the race she was once a part of, and unwilling to embrace the race she created. Living a life of semi-isolation, she uses her power and abilities to help people as she sees fit, taking no mantle. However, a new threat to the planet will force her to not only confront several spectrums of her past, but ultimately her destiny.
Get ready for the UPRISING…
492 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 11, 2015
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About the author
Kipjo K. Ewers
12 books89 followersKipjo K. Ewers was born July 1, 1975. At an early age, he had an active imagination. By the time he started kindergarten he would make up fictitious stories, one of his favorites was about a character named “Old Man Norris,” who hated everyone in the world except for him.
When he attended our Lady of Victory Elementary school in Mount Vernon, he continued writing and reading stories to his classmates. His teacher, Mrs. Green, told me the children would laugh but she would remind them that that is how some of the great stories that they read actually came about.
After elementary school, he went onto Salesian High School in New Rochelle, NY then on to Iona College, also in New Rochelle.
He would go onto to work for several major firms and companies within the New York area, but his passion was to become a journalist/writer. Therefore, it is not surprising he decided to write his first book/novel.
Kipjo began working and creating a new superhuman universe, finding inspiration and solace in the loss of his first daughter due to an unfortunate miscarriage that devastated both his loving wife and himself; he began writing a hero origin story now titled “The First.”
He continues this story as a novel series and as a comic book series in the near future.
When he attended our Lady of Victory Elementary school in Mount Vernon, he continued writing and reading stories to his classmates. His teacher, Mrs. Green, told me the children would laugh but she would remind them that that is how some of the great stories that they read actually came about.
After elementary school, he went onto Salesian High School in New Rochelle, NY then on to Iona College, also in New Rochelle.
He would go onto to work for several major firms and companies within the New York area, but his passion was to become a journalist/writer. Therefore, it is not surprising he decided to write his first book/novel.
Kipjo began working and creating a new superhuman universe, finding inspiration and solace in the loss of his first daughter due to an unfortunate miscarriage that devastated both his loving wife and himself; he began writing a hero origin story now titled “The First.”
He continues this story as a novel series and as a comic book series in the near future.
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August 22, 2016
((NETGALLEY copy given for review))
Sorry, I tried. I really tried, but I couldn't make it past the first few chapters.
Lately, I have had a little less tolerance for bad books, and this one, well, broke me. As this was a Netgalley offer, I had the moral duty to at least finish it -- even if I picked it up by mistake and due to my lack of attention (it was included in the Comic Book/Graphic Novel section, even if it was a full novel. There was a disclaimer about it being a novel at the end of the description, but I somehow missed it).
To be honest, I think both this and the previous book would have worked a lot better as comic books. For one, they'd be shorter.
But even if this was a review for NetGalley, and I tried and tried and tried, I failed to get engaged by the book. After my third try a few days ago, I simply gave up. The previous book was, at least, engaging and started with a bang (woman unfairly sentenced to death develops sudden super powers and goes on a rampage). This just... started with exposition.
Again, I feel bad about giving a DNF to a Netgalley book, but I have a ton of books on my waiting to read pile, and frankly, my time is precious.
And as by my own rules, DNF books are an auto one-star, that will be the rating this book will get.
Sorry, I tried. I really tried, but I couldn't make it past the first few chapters.
Lately, I have had a little less tolerance for bad books, and this one, well, broke me. As this was a Netgalley offer, I had the moral duty to at least finish it -- even if I picked it up by mistake and due to my lack of attention (it was included in the Comic Book/Graphic Novel section, even if it was a full novel. There was a disclaimer about it being a novel at the end of the description, but I somehow missed it).
To be honest, I think both this and the previous book would have worked a lot better as comic books. For one, they'd be shorter.
But even if this was a review for NetGalley, and I tried and tried and tried, I failed to get engaged by the book. After my third try a few days ago, I simply gave up. The previous book was, at least, engaging and started with a bang (woman unfairly sentenced to death develops sudden super powers and goes on a rampage). This just... started with exposition.
Again, I feel bad about giving a DNF to a Netgalley book, but I have a ton of books on my waiting to read pile, and frankly, my time is precious.
And as by my own rules, DNF books are an auto one-star, that will be the rating this book will get.
August 20, 2015
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Publisher: Evo
Publishing Date: June 2015
ISBN: 9781511776868
Genre: SciFi
Rating: 1.0/5
Publisher Description: In EVO Uprising, the long anticipated sequel to The First, Kipjo K. Ewers brings you deeper into the new world of the EVO Universe…where you either evolve or die.
Review: This follows in the hoof prints of the first novel only this time it is over the top action and unbelievable scenarios, and the character development suffers for it. The usual political cheap shots and grammatical errors punctuate the novel more so than the story line.
Read this while on the Titanic or getting bone spur surgery.
Publisher: Evo
Publishing Date: June 2015
ISBN: 9781511776868
Genre: SciFi
Rating: 1.0/5
Publisher Description: In EVO Uprising, the long anticipated sequel to The First, Kipjo K. Ewers brings you deeper into the new world of the EVO Universe…where you either evolve or die.
Review: This follows in the hoof prints of the first novel only this time it is over the top action and unbelievable scenarios, and the character development suffers for it. The usual political cheap shots and grammatical errors punctuate the novel more so than the story line.
Read this while on the Titanic or getting bone spur surgery.
January 18, 2016
Read 2 times
Definitely read it before, but somehow missed reviewing it?
Typos. Epic cool. Intrestin' English.
Something that bothered me was the references to "white slavery" - there are still slaves of every color being trafficked everywhere in the entire world. I do agree, however, that it is horrible.
Definitely read it before, but somehow missed reviewing it?
Typos. Epic cool. Intrestin' English.
Something that bothered me was the references to "white slavery" - there are still slaves of every color being trafficked everywhere in the entire world. I do agree, however, that it is horrible.
September 2, 2024
Having enjoyed The First, when the updated version of the sequel, Evo Uprising, came across my eyes, I knew I had to give it a try. What I got was an action packed thriller with intriguing characters and kept me engaged throughout the story, despite some of it’s flaws.
Again, this book is NOT for everyone. Like the first book, it’s loaded with graphic violence, description of sex crimes, profanity, and other things that might not be suitable for some readers. There’s also some ablelism, mostly related to autism that was not fully my jam, but for me was mostly lingering as the story went on, but didn’t diminish my enjoyment as much as I feared. Also, this was originally published in 2015, so some cultural references might feel a bit dated.
The story takes place seven years after the end of the fist book, and triggered lots of changes for the world at large, meaning more superhumans running around, aka the Evos. Unlike the first book, this is more of a superhero action story, with well done action scenes were really well done, with plenty of weight and tension to each of the sequences that had me pay full attention. There is plenty of political and character building throughout as well, spaced pretty well between the action. I do like how the mystery this time came together eventually, though the pacing was off, likely due to the sheer amount of characters and plot lines we’re following, which made some segments feel like they dragged. I did get lost and confused by some of the smaller details, but I was able to sort most of it out. Fair warning, some of these chapters are LONG, several of them are over an hour on the audiobook.
The new character additions were all pretty interesting and I believe that most of them got a good amount of development, but I can see some readers being overwhelmed by the sheer numbers, and likely gravitate toward a few favorite characters over others. Erica was among my favorites (besides the whole autism ableism thing), as well as Kimberly, and of course Sophia. The villains were also intriguing, and I was surprised by a few of them being rather fleshed out.
Once again, Ozzie Jacobs (who I mistakenly credited as Tyla Collier in the first review) was fantastic on narration. Her normal tone was very easy on the ears, and I loved her voices for the other characters, with distinct tones for most of them (there were a lot of characters, so there was some overlap). It immersed me into the story and had the feel of an audio drama, especially during the action sequences.
Like the first book, it could have used a little more editing, but mostly on making the prose sound a little more smooth. The timeline was better than the first book though.
This is the second book of a trilogy, and while all are out now, I will await for the re-release of the finale to see how the story ends, especially with the few unresolved elements and the epilogue hinting of things to come and all sound really exciting. If you’re okay with the content, and a big fan of superhero stories, this is a book to take a look at.
*I received a review copy from Dreamscape Lore and Netgalley. All opinions are my own.*
Again, this book is NOT for everyone. Like the first book, it’s loaded with graphic violence, description of sex crimes, profanity, and other things that might not be suitable for some readers. There’s also some ablelism, mostly related to autism that was not fully my jam, but for me was mostly lingering as the story went on, but didn’t diminish my enjoyment as much as I feared. Also, this was originally published in 2015, so some cultural references might feel a bit dated.
The story takes place seven years after the end of the fist book, and triggered lots of changes for the world at large, meaning more superhumans running around, aka the Evos. Unlike the first book, this is more of a superhero action story, with well done action scenes were really well done, with plenty of weight and tension to each of the sequences that had me pay full attention. There is plenty of political and character building throughout as well, spaced pretty well between the action. I do like how the mystery this time came together eventually, though the pacing was off, likely due to the sheer amount of characters and plot lines we’re following, which made some segments feel like they dragged. I did get lost and confused by some of the smaller details, but I was able to sort most of it out. Fair warning, some of these chapters are LONG, several of them are over an hour on the audiobook.
The new character additions were all pretty interesting and I believe that most of them got a good amount of development, but I can see some readers being overwhelmed by the sheer numbers, and likely gravitate toward a few favorite characters over others. Erica was among my favorites (besides the whole autism ableism thing), as well as Kimberly, and of course Sophia. The villains were also intriguing, and I was surprised by a few of them being rather fleshed out.
Once again, Ozzie Jacobs (who I mistakenly credited as Tyla Collier in the first review) was fantastic on narration. Her normal tone was very easy on the ears, and I loved her voices for the other characters, with distinct tones for most of them (there were a lot of characters, so there was some overlap). It immersed me into the story and had the feel of an audio drama, especially during the action sequences.
Like the first book, it could have used a little more editing, but mostly on making the prose sound a little more smooth. The timeline was better than the first book though.
This is the second book of a trilogy, and while all are out now, I will await for the re-release of the finale to see how the story ends, especially with the few unresolved elements and the epilogue hinting of things to come and all sound really exciting. If you’re okay with the content, and a big fan of superhero stories, this is a book to take a look at.
*I received a review copy from Dreamscape Lore and Netgalley. All opinions are my own.*
October 22, 2024
Action-packed doesn't begin to describe Evo: Uprising. Set years after The First, Kipjo K. Ewers' second installment of the series is brimming with fight scene after fight scene between soper-humans created in the aftermath of Sophia Dennison's heroic act. Often, it felt like those fight scenes stretched on too long to the point where they lost their impact.
What i enjoyed most about this novel was the world building and character work.
In this world where magically enhanced people have nearly become normal, these powerful beings range from super heroes, super villains, and super powered individuals who are just going about their daily lives. While elements of the super hero genre are played with, they're often subverted, averted, and/or deconstructed. Existing issues are enhanced rather than solved by the existence of super heroes. In that way, this series reminds me of Watchmen in it's gritty depiction of a world full of super people.
While I feel that this novel was bloated with too many characters, the in depth character work for the main protagonist, Sophia Dennison, the supporting cast, and even some of the tertiary characters was excellent. I loved how Sophia was the most powerful being on the planet, yet made mistakes, had regrets, and was emotionally vulnerable. She's also not unbeatable. But I don't feel that enough time was given to the development of her most important relationship, which had an unearned turning point that was hugely important to the climax. There wasn't enough room with all the new characters and dynamics stuffed in.
Thank you to NetGalley and Dreamscape Media for the audio ARC in exchange for an honest review.
What i enjoyed most about this novel was the world building and character work.
In this world where magically enhanced people have nearly become normal, these powerful beings range from super heroes, super villains, and super powered individuals who are just going about their daily lives. While elements of the super hero genre are played with, they're often subverted, averted, and/or deconstructed. Existing issues are enhanced rather than solved by the existence of super heroes. In that way, this series reminds me of Watchmen in it's gritty depiction of a world full of super people.
While I feel that this novel was bloated with too many characters, the in depth character work for the main protagonist, Sophia Dennison, the supporting cast, and even some of the tertiary characters was excellent. I loved how Sophia was the most powerful being on the planet, yet made mistakes, had regrets, and was emotionally vulnerable. She's also not unbeatable. But I don't feel that enough time was given to the development of her most important relationship, which had an unearned turning point that was hugely important to the climax. There wasn't enough room with all the new characters and dynamics stuffed in.
Thank you to NetGalley and Dreamscape Media for the audio ARC in exchange for an honest review.
January 24, 2025
(Listened to the audiobook)
Fast-paced sci-fi adventure that crafts a thrilling world where technology and humanity collide, creating complex characters and high-stakes action. The plot is filled with twists and thought-provoking questions about evolution and society. The world-building is rich, the pacing is spot-on, and the emotional depth of the characters pulls you in. A must-read for fans of speculative fiction! Highly recommend.
Extras: the beginning was a little hard for me to get through because of the graphic details. Some characters are downright vulgar, after a while the valley girl voice was a little annoying, and accents weren't the best.
Even with that being said, I did enjoy the book. It kept me engaged and the story was thrilling.
Good book, but it would be amazing as a comic.
Fast-paced sci-fi adventure that crafts a thrilling world where technology and humanity collide, creating complex characters and high-stakes action. The plot is filled with twists and thought-provoking questions about evolution and society. The world-building is rich, the pacing is spot-on, and the emotional depth of the characters pulls you in. A must-read for fans of speculative fiction! Highly recommend.
Extras: the beginning was a little hard for me to get through because of the graphic details. Some characters are downright vulgar, after a while the valley girl voice was a little annoying, and accents weren't the best.
Even with that being said, I did enjoy the book. It kept me engaged and the story was thrilling.
Good book, but it would be amazing as a comic.
December 8, 2018
I was disappointed. Few of the characters acted with any intelligence or consistancy. It seems like the author just wanted to set-up specific conflict scenarios and made the characters do whatever it took to make that happen.
I'd forgive that, if the action scenes made any sense. There seemed little evidence of planning or tactics. It was mostly hitting hard and watching as the enemy spins away into a building... rinse, repeat. And this from a supposedly military organisation.
I've been guilty of skipping descriptive scenes in other books, just to get to the action faster, but on this occasion I resorted to skipping the action just to learn how the author forced a plot point to resolve itself.
I'm afraid that's it for me. I'm dropping this series.
I'd forgive that, if the action scenes made any sense. There seemed little evidence of planning or tactics. It was mostly hitting hard and watching as the enemy spins away into a building... rinse, repeat. And this from a supposedly military organisation.
I've been guilty of skipping descriptive scenes in other books, just to get to the action faster, but on this occasion I resorted to skipping the action just to learn how the author forced a plot point to resolve itself.
I'm afraid that's it for me. I'm dropping this series.
January 8, 2025
This Book had no Right to be as Emotional as it did.
Warning: This book goes over several sensitive and uncomfortable topics, a good amount of which are sexual. It isn't for the faint of heart.
The story really opens up with how the world has changed due to the events in book 1. The focus on new characters, along with Sophia, and their new lives after becoming "heroes" felt fresh...then you go through a beautifully suspenseful rollercoaster of emotions as the world slowly goes crazy with villains going even crazier. The drama, action, love, shock, and heartfelt moments this book has. I'm going to pretend like didn't shed tears, or get overly hyped when well deserved but whoopings were being dished out.
How in the world am I just finding this series now?
Warning: This book goes over several sensitive and uncomfortable topics, a good amount of which are sexual. It isn't for the faint of heart.
The story really opens up with how the world has changed due to the events in book 1. The focus on new characters, along with Sophia, and their new lives after becoming "heroes" felt fresh...then you go through a beautifully suspenseful rollercoaster of emotions as the world slowly goes crazy with villains going even crazier. The drama, action, love, shock, and heartfelt moments this book has. I'm going to pretend like didn't shed tears, or get overly hyped when well deserved but whoopings were being dished out.
How in the world am I just finding this series now?
February 19, 2024
Awesome supers novel
This author really knows how to tell a great superhero story! I had tears--and cheers--for more than a few scenes in this story.
That said, I believe that this novel would really have benefited from a consistent style of grammar. I found myself often rereading sentences to interpret the author's intended scenes. Weird comma placements and absences, wrong words, hyphens used as emdashes... a little bit more polish would have made this a much smoother read.
I admit, though, that this author really does know how to create an awesome story. I'm looking forward to reading the next one!
This author really knows how to tell a great superhero story! I had tears--and cheers--for more than a few scenes in this story.
That said, I believe that this novel would really have benefited from a consistent style of grammar. I found myself often rereading sentences to interpret the author's intended scenes. Weird comma placements and absences, wrong words, hyphens used as emdashes... a little bit more polish would have made this a much smoother read.
I admit, though, that this author really does know how to create an awesome story. I'm looking forward to reading the next one!
December 14, 2024
4⭐
First of all, give Ozzie Jacobs (the narrator) his flowers, because WOW! All those characters!? The story-telling!? There was literally a movie playing in my head the entire time. I loved every second of this audiobook.
Despite finding out this is book #2 in this series halfway through (we listen, and we don't judge) the way it's written, it didn't matter. Kipjo (author) updated me so perfectly as if I had read book #1.
Will be picking us the rest (and first) of this series soon.
✨ Thank you Dreamscape Media & NetGalley for this ARC in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.
First of all, give Ozzie Jacobs (the narrator) his flowers, because WOW! All those characters!? The story-telling!? There was literally a movie playing in my head the entire time. I loved every second of this audiobook.
Despite finding out this is book #2 in this series halfway through (we listen, and we don't judge) the way it's written, it didn't matter. Kipjo (author) updated me so perfectly as if I had read book #1.
Will be picking us the rest (and first) of this series soon.
✨ Thank you Dreamscape Media & NetGalley for this ARC in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.
January 29, 2025
An action-driven, emotional and complex story.
The story takes place seven years after the EVO virus. Some people died from this virus, others were gifted extraordinary powers. Superhumans quickly became the norm.
Our main character - Sophia Dennison (most powerful being), lives in solitude after the events of the first book. But unfortunately for her, she can't just disappear, she needs to fully embrace her identity and her powers.
This audiobook is narrated by Ozzie Jacobs, who has done an incredible job.
If you like fantasy/sci-fi with a bit of thriller mixed in, this book is perfect for you!
The story takes place seven years after the EVO virus. Some people died from this virus, others were gifted extraordinary powers. Superhumans quickly became the norm.
Our main character - Sophia Dennison (most powerful being), lives in solitude after the events of the first book. But unfortunately for her, she can't just disappear, she needs to fully embrace her identity and her powers.
This audiobook is narrated by Ozzie Jacobs, who has done an incredible job.
If you like fantasy/sci-fi with a bit of thriller mixed in, this book is perfect for you!
November 19, 2017
Captivating read!
From the first sentence to the last was a blur. I found it difficult to stop reading as I ignored pressing responsibilities. One of the most exciting stories I’ve read in a long time and I look forward to reading more great stories from this series and this author,
From the first sentence to the last was a blur. I found it difficult to stop reading as I ignored pressing responsibilities. One of the most exciting stories I’ve read in a long time and I look forward to reading more great stories from this series and this author,
November 25, 2017
3.5 stars A really good follow up to the first one but it left a lot to be desired even though it was good I felt that the first book was better written and the story line progress in a more natural way there.
February 23, 2019
Loved It!
Action packed, and we'll written... Did not want to put it down until the end, and it still leaves you wanting more. Definitely looking forward to more books from this author. If you love super beings, then I highly recommend you get this book...
Action packed, and we'll written... Did not want to put it down until the end, and it still leaves you wanting more. Definitely looking forward to more books from this author. If you love super beings, then I highly recommend you get this book...
July 31, 2017
This is the second in the series of (The First) , just as good as the first one with unexpected suprise's , twists and turns. would advise anyone who likes Super Hero novels to give it a try.
June 29, 2019
This book took forever to read. So much unnecessary descriptions/words I skipped several pages. It as captivating as book one at all.
August 31, 2024
Action packed from start to finish! The audiobook brought the fight scenes to life and made the personalities of the characters so much more enjoyable!
December 11, 2024
This was a great book. Picture a mash up of DC and marvel with a sprinkle of popular "conspiracy theories " through out.
dnf
September 12, 2024I don't think this is for me. Racial slurs and sexual violence against women are peppered throughout the opening scenes of the book, broken up only by a terrible chunk of boring explanation of "how we got where we are" which would have been better served as an opening credit scroll à la Star Wars than a full scene. The audio narrator isn't great, the government scientist sounds like a teenager. It probably would have worked better with a female narrator.
January 17, 2025
Quick Summary: A spectacular, action-driven, emotionally staggering whirlwind of a ride
My Review: Evo Uprising by Kipjo Ewers is book #2 in The First series. It is a sci-fi/fantasy thriller that is out of this world.
About the Book: "Seven years after the Judgment Virus - also known as the EVO virus - swept across the globe, humanity finds itself divided. Some have perished, while others have emerged with extraordinary powers, transforming into superhumans. These beings now walk among us, shaping a world where heroism, villainy, and superhuman military units become the new norm, hinting at the possibility of a Cold War on the horizon.
At the epicenter of this transformed reality stands Sophia Dennison, the inaugural and most potent superhuman on Earth. Unintentionally altering the course of history, she grapples with a sense of alienation from the humanity she once belonged to and an aversion to fully embracing the race she inadvertently created.
Choosing a life of partial isolation, Sophia wields her extraordinary abilities to aid humanity on her own terms, eschewing the conventional roles of hero or villain. However, a looming threat to the planet forces her out of the shadows, compelling her to confront not only the diverse spectrums of her past but also the potential destiny she may hold."
About the Audiobook: This book was narrated by Ozzie Jacobs. The voice play and character representations were so diverse. From the youngest characters to the oldest characters, the narrated presentations were riveting.
My Final Say: Where do I begin? This book was brilliant! There were so many layers to it. After reading book 1 , I thought I had an idea of where the story was heading, but I never could have imagined what was to come. There were new threads, there was darker messaging, and there were a whole lot of stances taken, which gave some serious food for thought. It's like this book was an education on transformation, choices, personal truths, and overcoming the impossible.
The thing I most appreciated about this installment was the fact that it had such rich emotional arcs, especially related to Sophia and Kimberly. With that said, I must say that I was also really pulled into the young team members backgrounds and their overall storyline. The drama, the dynamics, the challenges , the threats - it was next level.
In terms of the villains, MAN OH MAN!
Other: The books in this series includes the following:
Book #1: THE FIRST
Book #2: EVO: UPRISING
Book #3: GENESIS
* A word of caution: Readers should definitely read any and all author's and/or publisher's notes about this book. There are a number of triggers.
Rating: 4.75/5
Recommend: Yes
Audience: A
Re-read: Yes
Keeper: Yes
Favorites Shelf: Yes
Status: M
Level: 🚨🚨🚨
Triggers: Yes
Audiobook: Yes
Narration: +
Sincere appreciation is extended to the author, to the publisher (Dreamscape Media, Dreamscape Lore), and to NetGalley. Thank you so very much for granting access to this incredible title in exchange for an honest review. The words I have shared are my own and have been voluntarily submitted. I look forward to continuing this amazing series.
My Review: Evo Uprising by Kipjo Ewers is book #2 in The First series. It is a sci-fi/fantasy thriller that is out of this world.
About the Book: "Seven years after the Judgment Virus - also known as the EVO virus - swept across the globe, humanity finds itself divided. Some have perished, while others have emerged with extraordinary powers, transforming into superhumans. These beings now walk among us, shaping a world where heroism, villainy, and superhuman military units become the new norm, hinting at the possibility of a Cold War on the horizon.
At the epicenter of this transformed reality stands Sophia Dennison, the inaugural and most potent superhuman on Earth. Unintentionally altering the course of history, she grapples with a sense of alienation from the humanity she once belonged to and an aversion to fully embracing the race she inadvertently created.
Choosing a life of partial isolation, Sophia wields her extraordinary abilities to aid humanity on her own terms, eschewing the conventional roles of hero or villain. However, a looming threat to the planet forces her out of the shadows, compelling her to confront not only the diverse spectrums of her past but also the potential destiny she may hold."
About the Audiobook: This book was narrated by Ozzie Jacobs. The voice play and character representations were so diverse. From the youngest characters to the oldest characters, the narrated presentations were riveting.
My Final Say: Where do I begin? This book was brilliant! There were so many layers to it. After reading book 1 , I thought I had an idea of where the story was heading, but I never could have imagined what was to come. There were new threads, there was darker messaging, and there were a whole lot of stances taken, which gave some serious food for thought. It's like this book was an education on transformation, choices, personal truths, and overcoming the impossible.
The thing I most appreciated about this installment was the fact that it had such rich emotional arcs, especially related to Sophia and Kimberly. With that said, I must say that I was also really pulled into the young team members backgrounds and their overall storyline. The drama, the dynamics, the challenges , the threats - it was next level.
In terms of the villains, MAN OH MAN!
Other: The books in this series includes the following:
Book #1: THE FIRST
Book #2: EVO: UPRISING
Book #3: GENESIS
* A word of caution: Readers should definitely read any and all author's and/or publisher's notes about this book. There are a number of triggers.
Rating: 4.75/5
Recommend: Yes
Audience: A
Re-read: Yes
Keeper: Yes
Favorites Shelf: Yes
Status: M
Level: 🚨🚨🚨
Triggers: Yes
Audiobook: Yes
Narration: +
Sincere appreciation is extended to the author, to the publisher (Dreamscape Media, Dreamscape Lore), and to NetGalley. Thank you so very much for granting access to this incredible title in exchange for an honest review. The words I have shared are my own and have been voluntarily submitted. I look forward to continuing this amazing series.
February 25, 2017
Superbad.....Kickass
November 9, 2015
Disclaimer : got an ARC of this book. Here is my review : 2 stars for an ok read.
It wasn't as entertaining as the 1st one. I got pretty quickly bored with the superhuman fights. I still don't understand how the military operations seem to keep happening without any knowledge from the POTUS/commander in chief, and how there were no backlashes after what happened in the 1st book. Also, the repetitive speeches about people being dumbed by reality tv and such were really tiresome. And all the pop culture references are still very annoying.
I liked the whole "new human race" evolutionary thesis of the book, I wish there were more about how humans and superhumans got to learn to live together. As much as I found the "super sassy smart kid" trope to be annoying, I kind of tolerated Lady Tech, and I quite liked the rest of the team. I was also glad to read about Sister Shareef again. I am interested in learning more about the extra terrestial species rooming the universe, but I could totally do without the one they got into their ship make yet another a comeback...
It wasn't as entertaining as the 1st one. I got pretty quickly bored with the superhuman fights. I still don't understand how the military operations seem to keep happening without any knowledge from the POTUS/commander in chief, and how there were no backlashes after what happened in the 1st book. Also, the repetitive speeches about people being dumbed by reality tv and such were really tiresome. And all the pop culture references are still very annoying.
I liked the whole "new human race" evolutionary thesis of the book, I wish there were more about how humans and superhumans got to learn to live together. As much as I found the "super sassy smart kid" trope to be annoying, I kind of tolerated Lady Tech, and I quite liked the rest of the team. I was also glad to read about Sister Shareef again. I am interested in learning more about the extra terrestial species rooming the universe, but I could totally do without the one they got into their ship make yet another a comeback...
December 29, 2015
I fairly good superhero novel. Sophia Dennison returns to deal with a world that has been forever changed by her DNA being scattered throughout the world via nuclear explosion. A good mix of characters. My one gripe with the overall plot line is the power levels are way too high. She and her daughter are quite literally near indestructible and godlike. Given the ultimatum at the end, Dennison is really nothing more than a well-intentioned tyrant.
Other gripes:
-Did anyone edit this book? Did the author even re-read it before publishing it? Tons of spelling and grammar errors, mix of tense, missing words and punctuation, punctuation in the wrong place, and far too much popular culture and explicitly naming models of cars and names of songs.
-The leftist rants are the most annoying. I get it, you hate Bush. So edgy. It even breaks the story: Dennison self-identifies as a republican in the first book, but at the end of the this book she lays down a left-wing ultimatum on the world governments.
Other gripes:
-Did anyone edit this book? Did the author even re-read it before publishing it? Tons of spelling and grammar errors, mix of tense, missing words and punctuation, punctuation in the wrong place, and far too much popular culture and explicitly naming models of cars and names of songs.
-The leftist rants are the most annoying. I get it, you hate Bush. So edgy. It even breaks the story: Dennison self-identifies as a republican in the first book, but at the end of the this book she lays down a left-wing ultimatum on the world governments.
February 16, 2016
A superhero story with heart!
Although the complaints given by reviewers of the first book regarding the need for a proofreader are well-founded, I found the story compelling enough to overlook the spelling and grammatical errors. With Book 2 the story of Sophia Dennison is taken to a new level. The work could still use a proofreader but Mr. User's worldbuilding and storytelling abilities cannot be denied. I laughed, I cried, I nerded out (Infinite Mass Punch OMG). This was a thoroughly entertaining story with a truly cinematic feel at times (which to me shows that the concept of men not liking strong women characters is just stupid, and also that it can be done without waving the feminist flag). Highly recommended! I look forward to the next story in this series.
Although the complaints given by reviewers of the first book regarding the need for a proofreader are well-founded, I found the story compelling enough to overlook the spelling and grammatical errors. With Book 2 the story of Sophia Dennison is taken to a new level. The work could still use a proofreader but Mr. User's worldbuilding and storytelling abilities cannot be denied. I laughed, I cried, I nerded out (Infinite Mass Punch OMG). This was a thoroughly entertaining story with a truly cinematic feel at times (which to me shows that the concept of men not liking strong women characters is just stupid, and also that it can be done without waving the feminist flag). Highly recommended! I look forward to the next story in this series.
March 2, 2016
The problem with the book still remains the same from the first book. Editing should be a priority for the next book that he makes.
I like the basic story. You don't get many adult superhero books and it's nice to see real reaction of what real people say and sound like. Even the crazy ones.
A detraction from this book is that I do feel that there are way too many overpowered characters involved in it. You could have only so many of those characters at one time before it because ridiculous.
The story itself moves well. It has extended bouts where it goes into extensive detail about situations, people and information that is presented.
I really want to give the book a 3.5. The site needs to get half stars going forward for situations like this.
I like the basic story. You don't get many adult superhero books and it's nice to see real reaction of what real people say and sound like. Even the crazy ones.
A detraction from this book is that I do feel that there are way too many overpowered characters involved in it. You could have only so many of those characters at one time before it because ridiculous.
The story itself moves well. It has extended bouts where it goes into extensive detail about situations, people and information that is presented.
I really want to give the book a 3.5. The site needs to get half stars going forward for situations like this.
February 10, 2017
Really good story and awesome characters with lots of great humor, but, Like many others have noticed, the author seems to hate editors. This and the first book have serious grammar and spelling errors. I can't go a paragraph without cringing at something. For example, it's never a good idea to mix past, present, or future tenses in sentences. Also, the author goes into too much detail on many things. The reader does not need to know the make and model of every single car, truck, military helicopter, the name and creator of music, etc. All in all, it's an awesome story but needs serious editing. I can't believe it was even released at the stage it is in.
December 4, 2015
Sequel to Evo: more super-heroes
Following on from the events of Evo, there are now loads of super-powered beings on Earth. Teams are created, good versus evil. Battles ensue: lots of dead civilians.
The writing has not improved and the Kindle version that I have is riddled with mistakes: on just a few pages, I found the following:
Incents for incense
We as a human race needs …
Lots of missing words
Fairing for fareing
Stepfather for father-in-law
Less for fewer
You’re for your
There are overlong battle scenes and it’s not particularly well-written. Not worth pursuing unless you like your comic book stories without pictures!
Following on from the events of Evo, there are now loads of super-powered beings on Earth. Teams are created, good versus evil. Battles ensue: lots of dead civilians.
The writing has not improved and the Kindle version that I have is riddled with mistakes: on just a few pages, I found the following:
Incents for incense
We as a human race needs …
Lots of missing words
Fairing for fareing
Stepfather for father-in-law
Less for fewer
You’re for your
There are overlong battle scenes and it’s not particularly well-written. Not worth pursuing unless you like your comic book stories without pictures!
July 29, 2015
Entertaining but....
I first want to say that I enjoyed this book. The setting is good for the over saturated super hero genre. What worries me is that I think the author went too big. I dont mind the grammar issues or the pop culture. The author went from supers to dragon ball z. Its just too big of a jump for me. I probably won't be continuing the series. Im not really sure I will enjoy where the story is going next.
I first want to say that I enjoyed this book. The setting is good for the over saturated super hero genre. What worries me is that I think the author went too big. I dont mind the grammar issues or the pop culture. The author went from supers to dragon ball z. Its just too big of a jump for me. I probably won't be continuing the series. Im not really sure I will enjoy where the story is going next.
August 17, 2017
I received a copy from NetGalley for an honest review.
So far I have really enjoyed reading this series! There are quite a few spelling and grammar mistakes but other than that the story is just awesome! There is so much detail of the fighting that it's so life-like. I don't know how many times I cheered out loud or cringed during the fight scenes. I look forward to what the next book will reveal.
So far I have really enjoyed reading this series! There are quite a few spelling and grammar mistakes but other than that the story is just awesome! There is so much detail of the fighting that it's so life-like. I don't know how many times I cheered out loud or cringed during the fight scenes. I look forward to what the next book will reveal.
August 27, 2015
While this was a superior book to the first one in terms of scope and characterization, I am disappointed that some of the bad habits have grown as well. There are way too many brand and pop culture references, as if the author uses them as a substitute to normal descriptions. It just comes off as annoying and lazy writing to me.
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