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H.E.R.O. - Metamorphosis [Kindle Edition]

Kevin Rau , Kimi Johnson , Dan Henry
4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (76 customer reviews)

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Book Description

Although raised by single metahuman parents, Stephanie, Rael, and Lance weren’t prepared for the sudden and shocking event that thrust them into a night of upheaval as they cope with their metamorphosis into superhumans. The meteor shower that altered the heroes also mutated many others in Metrocity, causing a scene of chaos at Iron Cross General Hospital as Lance and Stephanie are captured by law enforcement, and Rael must free them.

The friends join the Homeland Extraordinary Response Organization (H.E.R.O.), and seek to stop a mutant named Shrinker as she gathers new supers to build an army of bloodthirsty mutants in her plan to cause anarchy. Her evil squad kidnaps normal humans to feed those mutants, and it becomes a race against time to find the anarchists before they murder the people.

While searching for the villain's base of operations, the group must learn their powers and overcome the problems associated with telepathy, a strong blood thirst, and strength capable of crushing steel under one’s fingers. They also begin to take part as heroes in the city, and discover that having powers is not as easy as it appears - in heroic actions or in normal life.

H.E.R.O. – Metamorphosis is the first novel in a growing series of action-based superhero novels based on the Metrocity division of H.E.R.O. It acts as the introductory novel to the supers and how three of the main characters fight crime and deal with disasters in the city. The novel leads the way into the H.E.R.O. series as a growing roster of H.E.R.O. agents take part in various events and disasters.

H.E.R.O. – Metamorphosis is a full-length novel of approximately 122,000 words. An preview is included of the first five chapters of H.E.R.O. – New Markets as a bonus.

The ongoing series currently consists of these novels (as of early 2012):
H.E.R.O. - Metamorphosis
H.E.R.O. - New Markets
H.E.R.O. - Rise and Fall
H.E.R.O. - Dark Research
H.E.R.O. - Horde
H.E.R.O. - Paragon
H.E.R.O. - Illustrated Guide (behind-the-scenes book w/pictures of characters, doesn't fit into a specific order in the series)
H.E.R.O. Shorts - Gatecrasher
H.E.R.O. Shorts - Silverlash
H.E.R.O. - Gene Front (coming soon)

“I'm half way through the last book, Horde ... the characters have become like friends and I don't want to leave them. Thank you, Kevin, for writing this series. I felt like a kid again reading it. The series can be summed up in one word, ‘FUN.’” - Dale R. Bille

“… I just couldn't stop flipping the pages of HERO.

This book is smoothly written. It flows well, and although the story isn't groundbreaking, it has its own brand of charm. It has all the cool super hero stuff you want, and the 3 main super heroes are very well fleshed out. Their internal dialogues and character development are really what gives this book a (super) leg up on other similar novels.” – Gregory Ciallella

“This was fun to read, and if you're a twenty-something then you'll enjoy the characters and their relationships. Action like X-men, romance like Twilight, bloodier than both but nothing too serious.” – Geeky guy

"Greatest superhero book series ever..." - Taylor Robbins

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Product Details

  • File Size: 517 KB
  • Print Length: 340 pages
  • Page Numbers Source ISBN: 1466225491
  • Simultaneous Device Usage: Unlimited
  • Publisher: Kevin Gerald Rau; 5 edition (August 8, 2011)
  • Sold by: Amazon Digital Services, Inc.
  • Language: English
  • ASIN: B005GM3PV8
  • Text-to-Speech: Enabled
  • X-Ray: Enabled
  • Lending: Enabled
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,122 Free in Kindle Store (See Top 100 Free in Kindle Store)
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Customer Reviews

I you are a fan of comic books this is a must read. Keith Bradley  |  23 reviewers made a similar statement
Cant wait to read his other books! Chris  |  18 reviewers made a similar statement
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22 of 22 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Twilight meets X-Men February 8, 2012
Format:Kindle Edition|Amazon Verified Purchase
This was fun to read, and if you're a twenty-something then you'll enjoy the characters and their relationships. Action like X-men, romance like Twilight, bloodier than both but nothing too serious. However, there are dozens of typographical errors that are a bit annoying. Perhaps the author saved money by not hiring an editor, as the price is a bargain. Some chapters don't seem to add to the storyline, but they may be setting the stage for the sequels.
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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars A pleasant accident January 10, 2012
Format:Kindle Edition|Amazon Verified Purchase
My wife accidently purchased this ebook for my kindle fire. There is an email sent daily with free ebooks. Some of these books are "free" only to prime members as a borrow action. This book was only free to borrow. However, as it was only 3 bucks to outright purchase, my wife decided not to ask for a refund, and that I would give it a try.

Well, it worked out very well. I was in the middle of another book, but as you have 24 hours for a refund, I opened this book up to see if it was going back. I started enjoying this book so much, the other book (a puchase) went to the back burner, and I just couldn't stop flipping the pages of HERO.

This book is smoothly written. It flows well, and although the story isn't groundbreaking, it has its own brand of charm. It has all the cool super hero stuff you want, and the 3 main super heroes are very well fleshed out. Their internal dialoges and character development are really what gives this book a (super) leg up on other similiar novels.

What I really like about this book, is its "view points" There are 3 main characters in the story. Chapters are written from their perspective, and then when a new chapter comes up, it changes to a different hero's view point. It is very cool to see how each character views the same thing from a different light. I have read books with differing perspectives before, but this book does it better. I really liked this style, and its like having 3 different books all pan out at once.

I enjoyed it so much, I searched the authors name, Kevin Rau, on amazon kindle book store. He currently only has 4 books available, including this one. All are the same type of book. I bought the other 3 based on how much I liked this book. I will review those others after I have had a chance to read them.

Summary: I really liked this book, and look forward to more from this author.
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Science fiction with a side of action and humor... February 5, 2012
Format:Kindle Edition
I must say this book pulls you in from the very beginning. About 3 best friends who each have a parent who has superpowers due to radiation from a meteorite, the 3 friends have been preparing all their lives for if/when they get their superpowers. Jumping right into the action, they gain their powers quickly and it is a lot of fun with good bits of humor as we see them acclimating to their powers and being"supers". The author has created a great group dynamic with Stephanie, Rael, and Lance, and reading from their different perspectives works well in this book. It was nice to see them being human and not letting their new superpowers change them. Really enjoyed the book and would highly recommend for anyone who likes science fiction mixed with action and humor. I received a complimentary copy of this to review.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
1.0 out of 5 stars Wish a H.E.R.O could have saved this book
I mean the characters were cookie cutter. Rael, the inherent bad boy with claws, heightened sense of smell, Stephanie, the golden girl with brains, and Lance, the All-American boy,... Read more
Published 6 days ago by Pen Of The Golden Child
1.0 out of 5 stars Not a good pick
This story has very little introduction. It jumps right into the action. I felt lost from the beginning because I really didn't get to know the characters. Read more
Published 7 days ago by Maria Miller
4.0 out of 5 stars Action packed!
It's a really good read. This book has all the making for a great series.Good story and a strong cast.Can't wait to the others.
Published 9 days ago by frank thompson
4.0 out of 5 stars Fun Read
What a fun book to read.

That being said, there were a couple of things that weighed down the experience. Read more
Published 28 days ago by Dana Griffin
3.0 out of 5 stars It's ok.
The writing is a bit tough to deal with. Some great ideas, but nothing too original. I did enjoy it though.
Published 1 month ago by Paul J Higgins
5.0 out of 5 stars Pleasantly surprised!
I only got the book because if was free and thought, what the heck. But, as I started reading it, I couldn't put it down. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Robert B. Riggins
4.0 out of 5 stars Hero metamorphosis
I wasn't sure if I was going to enjoy this, but I do enjoy the superhero genre and I really enjoyed the book I look forward to reading more of the series. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Darrin R. Niday
2.0 out of 5 stars fairly typical YA
I very much agree with most of the reviews on this book regarding editing, word usage and ad nauseam repetitiveness. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Hunt
5.0 out of 5 stars Super Fun and Fantastic!
How many of us have ever dreamed of being a super hero? Well, imagine taking the best parts of yourself and having them amplified because your DNA was altered because of a meteor... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Elyse S.
3.0 out of 5 stars Fun and entertaining
Fun, fast read. Not very realistic in regards to the interpersonal relationships depicted. A little repetitive at times especially when describing their newly acquired powers. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Charles Rhodes
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About Kevin Rau

Born in 1970, I've been interested in fantasy and science fiction since perhaps the age of 10. I believe my love of medieval knights came about when my father built a wooden shield and sword for me to use in elementary school for some event.

Through my school years I read hundreds (or thousands? - it's hard to recall at this point) of fantasy and science fiction novels. Comic books and super heroes came a bit later, although I recall seeing the Christopher Reeve Superman movies at a very young age (and loving them). Since my later teens I believe I've watched nearly every major fantasy, science fiction, and super-hero movie that has come out.

I still love reading fantasy and science fiction, although I wish there were more novels based on superheroes. This is something that drove me to create my own supers universe and heroes in written form. I love supers, but I've always wanted more character depth than a comic book can provide. (Not to mention the immense length of time it takes for a comic series to do a story is just plain too long to me.)

Writing is a hobby for me, I'm a full-time computer programmer and systems administrator for a small company. Fortunately the skills I've learned allow me to work with 3D programs to render the characters (and covers) for my books. My hope is to put out a novel or two a year, time allowing. At this point I'd like to grow the H.E.R.O. Universe with more novels, as well as start a fantasy series at some point.

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