9/19/11

Series: Quantum Prophecy - Author: Michael Carroll - Ages 11+

The Awakening
Book 1


What's the Story?
It has been ten years since the great battle that wiped out all the superhumans. Whether they all died that day or simply lost their powers and blended back into society, only one thing is certain: They are gone. Or are they? Thirteen-year-olds Danny and Colin have recently begun changing. How can they explain Danny’s newfound ability to move at the speed of light, or Colin’s surprising strength? They can’t, but their parents—the lost generation of superhumans—can. They have been watching and waiting for these changes. So have others—and not everyone is happy about the boys’ new powers. Some will do anything to stop them.

Reviews
"This series is a fun and exciting read, especially for middle school boys. It is not too violent and the adult language is kept to a minimum. The characters are likable and act just like other teenagers. There is of course a sidelined love interest for the girl reader, but the focus in on the action." - Brighthub
"THE AWAKENING is packed with fast-paced action that reluctant readers, especially boys, will really enjoy." - Teen Book Review
"Despite the lack of action, this was a really good book. The pacing was good, the characters were excellent, and the story was very interesting. I’ll definitely be reading the rest of the series." - All By Myself
"This is a must read for anyone who's dreamed of having super-powers. If you love conspiracy theories this book abounds with them" - Books 2 Escape Reality
"A lot of superhero books have been popping up so needless to say I was a bit leery (I mean how could it be better than Chance Fortune…which totally rocked!)  But I started reading it and found myself in an action-packed well developed fantasy book." - Books 4Ever

The Gathering
Book 2
Reviews
"I cannot begin to tell you how well-written this book is. Carroll has really thought out his alternate history and how superheroes would affect it. I zoomed through this book ..." - Books 2 Escape Reality

The Reckoning
Book 3
Reviews
"Readers should definitely check out the first two books in the series before diving into this one or they will have a tough time with knowing who is who. There is a broad cast of primary and secondary characters that allow for rich storytelling..." - Blogster
"While the plot may seem a bit overdone for some, it is the tried and true storytelling of classic superhero story. Well paced and full of excitement and epic battles between super-powered teens, this third book in the series stops with a great cliffhanger and room for more books to follow." - Southbury Library
"While the names and aliases...make following the characters kind of complicated, this chapter in the saga goes far in tidying up at least a few loose ends. Of course, there is more to come, and I am sure the adventure won’t stop! " - Kiss the Book


Super Human
Book 1 
(Prequel to the Quantum Prophecy Series)
Reviews
"Super Human is the first book in a new series by the author of the Quantum Prophecy trilogy (Quantum himself even makes a cameo appearance). For continuity geeks, it’s actually a prequel to the ... [Quantum] Prophecy books". -  Superhero Novels
"An excellent prequel to the Quantum Prophecy books, Super Human is a must for fans of the series or for fans of the superhero story. A good choice for middle school boys who just can’t get excited for books, this has plenty of action and fight scenes, but is really minimal on gore." - Southbury Library
"This is so definitely for those middle grade readers who have developed a taste for the go-go pace of Percy Jackson, for exciting, action-movie-esque books like the Alex Rider series and Margaret Peterson Haddix's books." - Pink Me

The Ascension
Book 2
(Prequel to the Quantum Prophecy Series)
Reviews
"All in all readers will absolutely love The Ascension. The characters are interesting and well developed, their powers fascinating, the action non-stop, and the writing superb. This is a great read for anyone (especially preteen and teenage boys), and I can’t wait for the next in the series." - Watchamacallit Reviews
"Overall, I liked The Ascension way more than I did Super Human. Which is awesome, considering the fact that I really, really liked Super Human. Now though, I’m left wondering if Michael Carroll, the author, plans to write a third novel. I sure hope so." - Taking A Break

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Official Author's/Series site - Michael Carroll

Video
Book Trailer for Super Human - 
Book 1 in the Quantum Prophecy Prequel Series

Book Trailer for Ascension - 
Book 2 in the Quantum Prophecy Prequel Series

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