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The Gathering (The New Heroes/Quantum Prophecy #2)
The battle between superhero and villain escalates in this pulsepounding sequel!
Having thwarted Max Dalton's scheme to drain the world's superhumans of their powers, Colin Wagner has taken on the mantle of Titan and, with partner, Diamond, is using his newfound abilities to rid the London streets of crime. But our young heroes' lives are irrevocably changed when an unknow
...moreHardcover, 224 pages
Published
July 3rd 2008
by Philomel
(first published October 1st 2006)
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In this sequel to The Awakening, in which the world sees the return superhumans after 10 years. The next generation of superheroes is coming together to better handle the troubles they face.
Danny, gifted with the talent of superspeed, lost his arm and his powers in order to save the day in the previous book and is still coming to terms with the fact that his real father is a former shape-changing supervillain.
Colin, whose parents were both superhumans has the ability to resist harm along with su...more
Danny, gifted with the talent of superspeed, lost his arm and his powers in order to save the day in the previous book and is still coming to terms with the fact that his real father is a former shape-changing supervillain.
Colin, whose parents were both superhumans has the ability to resist harm along with su...more
When I first picked up the The Quantum Prophecy, I was intrigued by the cover. But don't judge me because everyone can be this shallow. The first book was great and I'm glad I can say the same thing about the sequel.
We were left wondering what would happen to Danny and Colin and whether Facade would get off easy. I
I loved that this book had action and you could see the story from other people's point of view. It's like X-Men, only the main characters are younger and a bit more relatable. We met...more
We were left wondering what would happen to Danny and Colin and whether Facade would get off easy. I
I loved that this book had action and you could see the story from other people's point of view. It's like X-Men, only the main characters are younger and a bit more relatable. We met...more
I think the 2nd book of this series was as great as the first book with the same comments from the first one. I realized one more thing that the author keeps you on suspense with the flashbacks in the book to start it off and to end the book. It makes the reader actually wanting to read more about the book and wanting to learn what happen. Also i loved how new chacarteres were introduced into the book and it made everything 2 times better and more exciting. I liked how he end it off with the tea...more
Book 2 of the Quantum Prophecies. In book one there have been no Superheros for 10 years but suddenly teenagers start to develope Superhuman abilities.
Where in book one it is about certain teenagers discovering their abilities book two is about them joining together. Just like Super Friends. Ok not just like Super Friends but I couldn't help but think about that every once in a while.
I have liked both the Quantum Prophecy books but this book was even better then the first. A fun read for sure....more
Where in book one it is about certain teenagers discovering their abilities book two is about them joining together. Just like Super Friends. Ok not just like Super Friends but I couldn't help but think about that every once in a while.
I have liked both the Quantum Prophecy books but this book was even better then the first. A fun read for sure....more
I read the first book in the Quantum Prophecy series some time ago (like, years), and I’ve been meaning to read this one for a long time (this is probably true of about ninety percent of the books I read – my to-read list is kind of out of control). So I finally got around to it, and had the pleasant experience of being reminded why I liked the first book so much. The series is quite fun, with likeable characters and a fairly original superhero mythology.
Ten years ago, the superheroes (and super...more
Ten years ago, the superheroes (and super...more
The Gathering is a great second book to the Quantum Prophecy series. The Gathering opens with Colin Wagner aka titan and Renata Soliz aka Diamond, resurrecting the superhero ranks by fighting crime and helping others in London. This is short lived when their real identities are leaked to the public. Colin and Renata along with their friend Danny Cooper and their families are taken to the US to a secret organization known as Sakkara. There they learn to perfect their abilities and meet other teen...more
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Very nice. I'll admit, at the end of chapter one my first thoughts were, "I am vengeance, I am the night, I am Batman!" but still! It was definitely worth reading. The super powers were not entirely creative, but it was a good follow up and the plot was definitely surprising! And the ending! AAAAHHH! Are you kidding me!? Even if I hadn't planned on it (Which I had, by the way) after that ending there is no way I can't read book three! >.>
The best part about discovering a series late in the game? No wait! I already have book three in my hands.
The new superhumans are coming to terms with their abilities. Will the rest of the world be able to accept them? And will all of the heroes use their powers for good? You have to keep reading to find out!
This is definitely a bordering on YA juvenile book. Some violence (though of the comic book smash bang grab variety ... not gore).
The new superhumans are coming to terms with their abilities. Will the rest of the world be able to accept them? And will all of the heroes use their powers for good? You have to keep reading to find out!
This is definitely a bordering on YA juvenile book. Some violence (though of the comic book smash bang grab variety ... not gore).
I've just realized that I've already read this book before when I read the first book because I checked them out together . I reread it anyway and found it to be quite enjoyable . This is not the type of book I usually read since I usually go for Nicholas Spark movies and Meg Cabot or summer romance books . With the exception of Harry Potter , I only read books with romance in it . This was a good change of genre . I have a bi soft spot of superheroes and fairytales . This without a doubt falls...more
Great Book. Full of action, mystery. If you loved x-men comic books or the TV show Heroes, this book is what you want to read. This centers around 3 characters named Danny,Colin and Reneta who are superhumans and must bring peace to a world that is corrupted by a dictator and a possible war and a huge conspiracy!
This book is more intense than the first book an diamond knows how to do use her powers more wisely.With an exititing plot turn near the end.
This is my favorite of the series so far.
Once again reccomended for people who like fantasy.
This is my favorite of the series so far.
Once again reccomended for people who like fantasy.
Dec 19, 2012
Jeretta Hall
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4 of 5 stars
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review of another edition
Shelves:
juvenile,
science-fiction-fantasy
Wow...the second book had a bit of a slow start, but it really ended in a great cliffhanger (sort of). Even though it had a slow start and it felt a bit awkward with Renata meeting her family, it was overall really good. I hate the part with Solomon Cord. Excited to read the third book!
The "New Heroes" go into a secret training facility, Sakkara, near Topeka, KS. They meet two sisters and a boy who also have powers. They must work together to fight Dioxin and the organization he's working for.
Wow! The first book was rock solid and now Carroll proves to me that he can tell a solid story. If you're a fan of super-heroic figures and want a world where supers are emerging this is the book series for you! Well done Mr. Carroll!
This book was somewhat better the the first one "THE AWAKINING". It had a great climax. Someone had found out about there secret identities. I can't wait it read the next one book.
This is the second in an exciting new series about teenagers who discover they are really superheroes. Relationships are well developed and the action is nonstop!
Book was intense and kept me up with the kid superhero idea. The writing could have been a bit better, but i LOVED the action and thinking of the plot :)
This series of books are really interesting how superheros have been disappered and now 10 years after, it came back!! I love the character, Retana, Colin, and Danny!! They are so cool, I wish that i have powers, but it could be dangerous to some others...
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Colin, Danny, Renata and a few new superheroes are trying to learn to use their powers, while the villains try to bring them down.
An enjoyable read, but did not really advance the overall plot along very much. I enjoyed the parts where they learn to use their powers.
An enjoyable read, but did not really advance the overall plot along very much. I enjoyed the parts where they learn to use their powers.
A little better than the first one. Exciting and some unexpected twists. Better for teens as there is some language.
Feb 25, 2012
Austin
rated it
4 of 5 stars
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review of another edition
Recommends it for:
Anyone
Shelves:
science-fiction
This is a great sequel to the first book. A good Sci-Fi Super hero story with twists you wont see coming.
Somewhat interesting, but bogging down. Still miss the characters from Super Human.
I love it when a children's book challenges and doesn't pander and become too predictable!
This is the best series ever. Can't wait to read the next book.
Book book that has really suspenses a person who is reading it!!!
It doesn't really start out all cool but get way better.
great book, loved it, now im reading the reckoning.
4 1/2 stars. Very intriguing as the book moves along.
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In 1987 Michael Carroll joined the Irish Science Fiction Association and was soon invited to become editor of their fiction magazine FTL. He has been a member of the executive committee of the Irish Writers' Union and spent two years as editor of their regular newsletter Final Draft.
He now writes full-time, having published a number of science fiction, fantasy and romance novels in Ireland, the UK...more
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“Looking around the workbench Colin spotted a device that looked like a complex handgun. "What's this?" He grabbed it and started aiming it at various objects around the room.
That's a glue gun." Razor replied.
Wow! How's it work?"
It's not a weapon, Col. We use it to glue things to other things.”
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That's a glue gun." Razor replied.
Wow! How's it work?"
It's not a weapon, Col. We use it to glue things to other things.”
“Stay down if you know what's good for you." Colin said. He put his foot on the man's neck and applied a little weight.
The man coughed into the dirt. "Who...who are you?"
Who am I?" Colin replied. He had been waiting for this moment. "I'm the the one bogeyman is afraid of. I'm the new face of justice. I'm your worst nightmare."
He crouched down, leaning closer to the man. "You'd better warn the rest of your low-life friends that there's a new hero in town. You and your kind wont be tolerated any longer."
Colin stood up and folded his arms. He wished there was a breeze that would make his cape fly a little. "Who am I? I am Titan."
And that was when one of the other muggers hit Colin across the back of his head with a plank of wood.”
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The man coughed into the dirt. "Who...who are you?"
Who am I?" Colin replied. He had been waiting for this moment. "I'm the the one bogeyman is afraid of. I'm the new face of justice. I'm your worst nightmare."
He crouched down, leaning closer to the man. "You'd better warn the rest of your low-life friends that there's a new hero in town. You and your kind wont be tolerated any longer."
Colin stood up and folded his arms. He wished there was a breeze that would make his cape fly a little. "Who am I? I am Titan."
And that was when one of the other muggers hit Colin across the back of his head with a plank of wood.”
