Hmmm, let me just say I enjoyed it. That being said, it was more like an intro to a bigger book. Interesting albiet overdone concept. Way too short and desperate for a storyline. Too fast. No world building.

Willpower by Marty Chan

Orca Book Publishers is out of Canada. This is a High Low book. High interest subject for people with a bit lower reading ability. (Older students do not want to read Peppa Pig!) Dyslexic readers, English as a second language, etc. These books are great resources for teachers and students.

Thank you to the author, publisher, and NetGalley for the ARC of this book.

I read another book by Chan and enjoyed it: Haunted Hospital.

Jennifer has powers she’s not supposed to use. Abilities. She’s trying to fit in at school. This task is not easy. “Don’t draw attention to yourself.” Her dad warned. When she saves a classmate from being hit by a car, she fears their secret is out.

There is a mysterious Dr Lansing searching for Jennifer and her father. It adds to the intrigue. The action is well done and will keep readers turning pages.

What side is Noah on? Can Jennifer trust him? Lots of fun.

I had trouble with the concept of Jennifer going to school. If she was in hiding, why enroll in classes? A bit off for me. And the misspellings in the texts were annoying. Unnecessary.

Overall this is a good option for school libraries and ESL teachers. Lots of drama and mystery. Another solid offering from Marty Chan and Orca Book Publishers.