Refreshingly, Powerless is a superhero story about a truly ordinary hero. In this solidly-crafted story, the reader follows twelve year-old Daniel, the new kid in town, as he discovers that some of the kids in Noble Green, Pennsylvania may have the powers of superheroes, but they are powerless to hold onto those abilities after their thirteenth birthday. Distinct characters with believable dialogue move the story forward while quietly touching on the various ways people feel powerless. Our current culture is awash with portrayals of superheroes in movies and literature, but Powerless takes a fresh angle on that storyline. The plot takes unforeseen twists before being deftly wrapped-up by the author, who simultaneously sets the stage for future storyline possibilities. This book reminds us that we are never truly powerless and that real heroes are defined by their choices. Excellent!
Content Analysis:
The violence consists of non-graphic fights and battles amongst superheroes usually involving throwing, pushing, collisions, and such.
Only one mild profanity was noted.
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