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“I reviewed this for AAR and gave it a B+.
LinnieGayl wrote this review Thursday, July 9 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
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“Tekgrrl by A. J. Menden
Bookaholics R wrote this review Wednesday, June 3 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
Paranormal Romance May 26th, 2009
4 stars
Tekgrrl by A. J. Menden was a pure pleasure to read! Anyone who loves comic books come to life will enjoy this novel. This is the author’s second book following Phenomenal Girl 5. It helps to have read the first book but is really not necessary.
Tekkgrrl starts with Mindy, a human who was surgically enhanced by aliens to become the most intelligent person alive. But even though she has brains and beauty Mindy still feels inadequate because she doesn’t actually have super powers like the rest of her team. Especially around the hunky Luke her lifelong crush. Determined to change her life she does a mini makeover. But soon Mindy starts to experience headaches and nightmares that center around her time with the aliens and Mindy realizes she must confront her demons or risk going insane.
I grew to love Mindy’s charm and grit. Mindy starts out as somewhat naive and immature but really metamorphosed in to a kick a## heroine! And her ‘hero’ was the perfect match for her! I relished their budding romance and tried to stop myself from rushing ahead because I was so eager to learn more about them.
This story was written with a sure style that was fascinating to read. The one thing I really enjoy about A.J. Menden’s books are her imagination and the ability to switch gears midway through the story surprising this reader with twists that kept me guessing even as I rooted for the heroine. I also admire her ability to bring the reader deep into the relationship between the 2 main characters so you feel invested in their love for one another.
Overall, this book was a fun, light read that I read in one sitting. I especially enjoyed the interactions between all of the heroic team and wonder what the author has up her sleeve for future installments?! I can’t wait to read more of this series and hope she will continue it!
Reviewed by Steph from the Bookaholics Romance Book Club
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“Repressed memories are resurfacing, whether Tekgrrl wants them to or not, in A. J. Menden's second Elite Hands of Justice superhero romance, Tekgrrl.
Tez Miller wrote this review Friday, May 15 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
The Doctors Clark sent their daughter Mindy on student exchange...to another planet. She adored her Kalybri foster family, and was fluent in the language. But Mindy wasn't prepared for the devastating events that have been blocked from her recall until now, when she's almost thirty. There's got to be a reason for the migraines, and the mysterious voice in her head - and why they're around now.
Tekgrrl starts slowly, reintroducing readers to characters last encountered in Phenomenal Girl 5. Mindy's fellow superheroes all seem to be teaming up, and she's lonely. She has so much for which to be grateful, but instead she's moping around, except when working on technological projects. The interesting plot points take their sweet time coming.
Then along comes Chapter 17, the most outstanding portion of this novel, and I finally connected. And the reason is all so human - social commentary. Though it takes place on another planet, the events are no doubt happening in real life, and it's impossible not to feel compassion for Mindy and all the others trapped in that awful situation. It just goes to show that the best kind of escapist fiction is the type that's not afraid to give a huge dose of reality. It certainly puts things in perspective for Mindy, and should for readers, too.
From there on, the book is a lot more on the ball, with fascinating content and huge twists - prepare to be startled. I unintentionally pulled myself out of the story when I came across the name Doctor Chaos (as it reminded me of Professor Chaos and General Disarray from South Park, thus eliciting laughter), but overall Tekgrrl is a winner. Here's hoping Aphrodite gets to star in a future novel.”
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