Seeking Beta for Complete 105k manuscript- Superhero Story w/ Queer romance (need to know what to cut!) > Likes and Comments

I’m looking for beta readers for my new novel, The Supervillain She Needs, which is a 105, 415 word superhero fantasy novel with a queer romance.

My main focus is getting it shorter than it currently is- I'd like it to at least be in the 90k range, so I'd like to figure out what I can condense and cut. You're welcome to skim any sections that bore you or seem unnecessary, as long as you tell me what they are!

I would be willing to do a novel swap- one of my jobs is being an MFA Creative Writing professor, and I’ve been part of critique groups for years, so I like to think I’m good at feedback. Here’s the pitch:

22-year-old Samata “Sam” Chandy is a girl who will do anything for love—even become a supervillain. Sam’s best friend and crush, Alyssa, is the superhero Whirlwind, and the hero is depressed with no villains to fight. Sam decides to secretly become the perfect rival for Whirlwind. Mentored by a talking cat who claims to be a legendary former supervillain, Sam brings excitement to her small town as the terrifying Tivala and builds her own self-confidence.

But then Sam’s lies catch up with her, her rivalry with Whirlwind turns deadly, and her villainous mentor reveals dark secrets. Sam begins to question everything, even her own motives and her love for Whirlwind. Are there any true heroes? Can Sam be the villain that saves the day, or will she bring nothing but destruction to herself and her loved ones?

Hi Caitlin,
I'd love to read your novel and help condense it. I already have so many questions about the pitch! I'm working towards beta reading professionally and reading your book (and getting your feedback on my service) would be a great test of my skills. If you're interested in a detailed reader report with inline comments, please message me!