Waiting On: Illusive by Emily Lloyd-Jones

Illusive by Emily Lloyd-Jones

Expected Publication Date: July 14, 2014 

by Little, Brown Books for Young Readers

The X-Men meets Ocean's Eleven in this edge-of-your-seat sci-fi adventure about a band of "super" criminals.

When the MK virus swept across the planet, a vaccine was created to stop the epidemic, but it came with some unexpected side effects. A small percentage of the population developed superhero-like powers. Seventeen-year-old Ciere Giba has the handy ability to change her appearance at will. She's what's known as an illusionist...She's also a thief.

After a robbery goes awry, Ciere must team up with a group of fellow super-powered criminals on another job that most would consider too reckless. The formula for the vaccine that gave them their abilities was supposedly destroyed years ago. But what if it wasn't?

The lines between good and bad, us and them, and freedom and entrapment are blurred as Ciere and the rest of her crew become embroiled in a deadly race against he government that could cost them their lives.

Why I Can't Wait To Read This:

I love, love, LOVE superheros!!! I've always enjoyed them in comics, movies, and animated series, but now it seems like they're starting to claim their own niche in the novel world, too. I've only read a few superhero-related novels, but I'm so glad that they're gaining in popularity! When I read the description for this particular story, I was pretty excited (X-Men meets Ocean's Eleven?!). It was an instant add to my TBR list. Plus, look at that awesome cover!

What do you think?

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