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The Hero Complex - by Helen Comerford (Hardcover)

The Hero Complex - by  Helen Comerford (Hardcover) - 1 of 1
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Highlights

  • In the second book of this swoony, striking YA duology, a teen girl finds herself reluctantly stepping into the role of superhero.
  • 12 Years
  • 8.25" x 5.51" Hardcover
  • 384 Pages
  • Young Adult Fiction, Romance

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About the Book



In the second book in this swoony and satirical YA duology, a girl finds herself reluctantly stepping into the role of superhero.



Book Synopsis



In the second book of this swoony, striking YA duology, a teen girl finds herself reluctantly stepping into the role of superhero.

It turns out that having superpowers doesn't always make saving the world any easier. Jenna Ray has to sign up with the Hero and Powers Association to become a registered superhero. This means going back into the belly of the power-stealing, potentially murderous beast, and hiding the fact that her mother is involved with the Villains. Worst of all, it means she can't be with Blaze--workplace relationships are strictly forbidden.

As Jenna tries to fix the HPA from the inside, she's forced to make a choice: save the world or follow her heart?



Review Quotes




"Manages to strike a beautiful balance between satire and storytelling; it's a hilarious sendup of the superhero genre and of modern superhero fandom that serves up an exciting action story peppered with creative superpowers." --School Library Journal, starred review, on THE LOVE INTEREST

"A fun, smart, trope-laden read for fans and haters of superhero stories alike." --BCCB, on THE LOVE INTEREST

"A picturesque superhero universe and the 21st-century world collide in Comerford's rom-com debut, which features comedic dialogue, sophisticated depictions of mental health, and empowering, authentic female relationships." --Publishers Weekly, on THE LOVE INTEREST

"Comerford peppers her work with clever, inventive twists as Jenna starts falling for Blaze. This fast-paced story culminates in a dramatic, satisfying conclusion that promises an exciting sequel . . . A sharp romantic comedy that takes aim at the patriarchy." --Kirkus Reviews, on THE LOVE INTEREST




About the Author



Helen Comerford graduated from the Bath Spa MA in Writing for Young People and is a rom-com aficionada obsessed with superpowers. Originally a history graduate, she worked as a stage manager in theatres, before becoming an (almost) full-time writer. She lives in Wales with her pet dog Cocoa, loves going for walks up mountains, and fuels her writing endeavors with chocolate raisins. She is also the author of The Love Interest.
Helencomerfordauthor.com Instagram: @helen_jcomerford X: @HelenJoC

Dimensions (Overall): 8.25 Inches (H) x 5.51 Inches (W) x 1.0 Inches (D)
Weight: 1.0 Pounds
Suggested Age: 12 Years
Sub-Genre: Romance
Genre: Young Adult Fiction
Number of Pages: 384
Publisher: Bloomsbury YA
Theme: Romantic Comedy
Format: Hardcover
Author: Helen Comerford
Language: English
Street Date: November 11, 2025
TCIN: 94429297
UPC: 9781547617234
Item Number (DPCI): 247-29-2011
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship dimensions: 1 inches length x 5.51 inches width x 8.25 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 1 pounds
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