Review of The Human of All

[Rabia Qanit]

Stories such as these, make me think twice about the plot since I am a Sci-Fi reader. The story sounded fantastic and I want to know how John overcame such a challenge and how he learned to control it. Unfortunately, from your rating, I am having second thoughts but I believe that this book is worthwhile to read. Thank you Smirithi for an amazing review. Good luck!

[Anu Anand]

The idea of an everyday person gaining superpowers and figuring out how to handle them is simply mind-blowing! I mean, who didn't imagine having those powers as a kid and saving the world, right? Thanks for sharing this review – it brought back some seriously fun childhood daydreams!

[Smrithi Arun]

Stories such as these, make me think twice about the plot since I am a Sci-Fi reader. The story sounded fantastic and I want to know how John overcame such a challenge and how he learned to control it. Unfortunately, from your rating, I am having second thoughts but I believe that this book is worthwhile to read. Thank you Smirithi for an amazing review. Good luck!

The part about how John learnt to control his powers is mentioned in great detail and is truly fascinating! Personally, I felt it was slightly drawn out after a point but again, it is a personal opinion. If you like the concept then, by all means, please go ahead and get yourself a copy. I'm sure you'll enjoy it. Thank you for commenting!

[Smrithi Arun]

The idea of an everyday person gaining superpowers and figuring out how to handle them is simply mind-blowing! I mean, who didn't imagine having those powers as a kid and saving the world, right? Thanks for sharing this review – it brought back some seriously fun childhood daydreams!

Oh yes, definitely! Your comment unlocked a part of my childhood memory that was lost in a sea of adulting Thank you for your wonderful words!

[MercyNdungu]

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "The Human of All" by Ryan Parrett.]

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2 out of 5 stars

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Imagine being the victim of a majorly unfortunate incident at work and waking up with your life turned upside down, but somehow, still the same. John Campbell, a marine engineering officer, goes through a life-altering event when he is hit by a mooring line while at work in Miami. However, he wakes up perfectly unfazed at the bottom of the ocean.

John slowly understands the gravity of his superpowers when he realizes that he doesn’t feel pain, doesn’t need to sleep, and no longer needs to breathe! The best part is that he gains serious speed and can fly, too! As he gets stronger, he wishes to hide it in order to have a normal life. How will John cope with this? Why and how is it all happening? How will his loved ones process this new and unusual information about him? The pages of The Human of All by Ryan Parrett hold the answers.

Ryan Parrett did an excellent job of characterization. I loved how strong the women in this book were. Arla and Callum (John’s colleagues and best friends) initially gave me Hermione and Ron vibes. I absolutely loved Arla, even though I thought she behaved unreasonably in certain scenes. I thoroughly enjoyed reading about John and Annie’s romance, right from their first date. Jay, the German Shepherd, was always the apple of my eye.

I appreciate how Parrett went into detail with a character’s mannerisms. For example, a dialogue was always accompanied by a gesture or body language. A few incidents also reminded me of some films. A particular plane-related scene got me thinking of the Bollywood movie Krrish 3. Similarly, a disturbing scene from the last chapter gave me Quentin Tarantino vibes as it reminded me of a specific scene from Django Unchained.

Some of Parrett’s scene descriptions were amazing. It was delightful to read about John and Annie’s first date in detail. The jitters, the clumsiness, the laughter—how perfect! However, unfortunately, the scenes that genuinely needed a detailed account lost their pages to those that didn’t need them at all. This made the book slow-paced, affecting the will to continue reading.

Another thing I noticed was that the book was equally divided into five chapters and didn’t have many paragraph breaks. I believe breaking the text down into smaller paragraphs and chapters would’ve helped the reading process much more. The book needs another round of editing as well, as I found several errors throughout.

Lastly, it disappointed me that such a bright concept only had one goosebumps moment throughout the book, causing the narrative to fall flat otherwise. The explanation of the events was unsatisfactory, too. I liked John’s assumed explanation for the powers more than the actual explanation. However, the full-circle moment at the end did give me some satisfaction.

Due to the reasons mentioned above, I believe The Human of All deserves 2 out of 5 stars. This book requires a patient reader. Anyone above the age of 16 who is curious to know how a man would use superhuman powers (if bestowed upon him) can pick this book up. This concept had a lot of potential but needed better execution.

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Your review of "The Human of All" by Ryan Parrett provides a detailed and honest assessment of the book's strengths and areas for improvement. Here's a response to your review:

Thank you for sharing your thoughts on "The Human of All." Your review offers a comprehensive analysis of the book's various elements, allowing potential readers to gain a clear understanding of what to expect.

Your mention of the intriguing premise, where the protagonist gains superhuman powers after a life-altering event, sets the stage for an engaging story. The exploration of how John copes with his newfound abilities and the impact on his relationships adds depth to the narrative.

Your appreciation of the strong characterization, particularly the portrayal of strong female characters like Arla, is a testament to the author's ability to create multifaceted individuals. The mention of John and Annie's romance being a highlight of the book indicates the author's skill in developing meaningful relationships between characters.

Your observation about the author's attention to character mannerisms and gestures adds authenticity to the dialogue and interactions in the story. Additionally, your comparisons to certain scenes from films and the vivid scene descriptions highlight the visual storytelling elements in the book.

Your critique regarding the pacing and the need for more paragraph breaks and smaller chapters is constructive feedback that could benefit the author in future works. The mention of editing errors is also important for potential readers to be aware of.

Your comment about the bright concept of the book not fully meeting its potential and the unsatisfactory explanation of events reflects your expectations for a more satisfying resolution. However, the acknowledgment of a full-circle moment at the end providing some satisfaction suggests that the book had its moments.

Your final rating of 2 out of 5 stars reflects your honest assessment of the book's strengths and weaknesses, and it will assist potential readers in making informed decisions about whether to pick up the book.

Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughtful and detailed review. Your feedback serves as valuable input for both the author and potential readers, helping them navigate the book's merits and areas for improvement.

[MercyNdungu]

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "The Human of All" by Ryan Parrett.]

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2 out of 5 stars

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Imagine being the victim of a majorly unfortunate incident at work and waking up with your life turned upside down, but somehow, still the same. John Campbell, a marine engineering officer, goes through a life-altering event when he is hit by a mooring line while at work in Miami. However, he wakes up perfectly unfazed at the bottom of the ocean.

John slowly understands the gravity of his superpowers when he realizes that he doesn’t feel pain, doesn’t need to sleep, and no longer needs to breathe! The best part is that he gains serious speed and can fly, too! As he gets stronger, he wishes to hide it in order to have a normal life. How will John cope with this? Why and how is it all happening? How will his loved ones process this new and unusual information about him? The pages of The Human of All by Ryan Parrett hold the answers.

Ryan Parrett did an excellent job of characterization. I loved how strong the women in this book were. Arla and Callum (John’s colleagues and best friends) initially gave me Hermione and Ron vibes. I absolutely loved Arla, even though I thought she behaved unreasonably in certain scenes. I thoroughly enjoyed reading about John and Annie’s romance, right from their first date. Jay, the German Shepherd, was always the apple of my eye.

I appreciate how Parrett went into detail with a character’s mannerisms. For example, a dialogue was always accompanied by a gesture or body language. A few incidents also reminded me of some films. A particular plane-related scene got me thinking of the Bollywood movie Krrish 3. Similarly, a disturbing scene from the last chapter gave me Quentin Tarantino vibes as it reminded me of a specific scene from Django Unchained.

Some of Parrett’s scene descriptions were amazing. It was delightful to read about John and Annie’s first date in detail. The jitters, the clumsiness, the laughter—how perfect! However, unfortunately, the scenes that genuinely needed a detailed account lost their pages to those that didn’t need them at all. This made the book slow-paced, affecting the will to continue reading.

Another thing I noticed was that the book was equally divided into five chapters and didn’t have many paragraph breaks. I believe breaking the text down into smaller paragraphs and chapters would’ve helped the reading process much more. The book needs another round of editing as well, as I found several errors throughout.

Lastly, it disappointed me that such a bright concept only had one goosebumps moment throughout the book, causing the narrative to fall flat otherwise. The explanation of the events was unsatisfactory, too. I liked John’s assumed explanation for the powers more than the actual explanation. However, the full-circle moment at the end did give me some satisfaction.

Due to the reasons mentioned above, I believe The Human of All deserves 2 out of 5 stars. This book requires a patient reader. Anyone above the age of 16 who is curious to know how a man would use superhuman powers (if bestowed upon him) can pick this book up. This concept had a lot of potential but needed better execution.

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The Human of All
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon | on iTunes

Your review of "The Human of All" by Ryan Parrett provides a detailed and honest assessment of the book's strengths and areas for improvement. Here's a response to your review:

Thank you for sharing your thoughts on "The Human of All." Your review offers a comprehensive analysis of the book's various elements, allowing potential readers to gain a clear understanding of what to expect.

Your mention of the intriguing premise, where the protagonist gains superhuman powers after a life-altering event, sets the stage for an engaging story. The exploration of how John copes with his newfound abilities and the impact on his relationships adds depth to the narrative.

Your appreciation of the strong characterization, particularly the portrayal of strong female characters like Arla, is a testament to the author's ability to create multifaceted individuals. The mention of John and Annie's romance being a highlight of the book indicates the author's skill in developing meaningful relationships between characters.

Your observation about the author's attention to character mannerisms and gestures adds authenticity to the dialogue and interactions in the story. Additionally, your comparisons to certain scenes from films and the vivid scene descriptions highlight the visual storytelling elements in the book.

Your critique regarding the pacing and the need for more paragraph breaks and smaller chapters is constructive feedback that could benefit the author in future works. The mention of editing errors is also important for potential readers to be aware of.

Your comment about the bright concept of the book not fully meeting its potential and the unsatisfactory explanation of events reflects your expectations for a more satisfying resolution. However, the acknowledgment of a full-circle moment at the end providing some satisfaction suggests that the book had its moments.

Your final rating of 2 out of 5 stars reflects your honest assessment of the book's strengths and weaknesses, and it will assist potential readers in making informed decisions about whether to pick up the book.

Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughtful and detailed review. Your feedback serves as valuable input for both the author and potential readers, helping them navigate the book's merits and areas for improvement.

[Cara Wilding]

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "The Human of All" by Ryan Parrett.]

Imagine being the victim of a majorly unfortunate incident at work and waking up with your life turned upside down, but somehow, still the same. John Campbell, a marine engineering officer, goes through a life-altering event when he is hit by a mooring line while at work in Miami. However, he wakes up perfectly unfazed at the bottom of the ocean.

John slowly understands the gravity of his superpowers when he realizes that he doesn’t feel pain, doesn’t need to sleep, and no longer needs to breathe! The best part is that he gains serious speed and can fly, too! As he gets stronger, he wishes to hide it in order to have a normal life. How will John cope with this? Why and how is it all happening? How will his loved ones process this new and unusual information about him? The pages of The Human of All by Ryan Parrett hold the answers.

Arla and Callum (John’s colleagues and best friends) initially gave me Hermione and Ron vibes. I absolutely loved Arla, even though I thought she behaved unreasonably in certain scenes.

Similarly, a disturbing scene from the last chapter gave me Quentin Tarantino vibes as it reminded me of a specific scene from Django Unchained.

I appreciate your honest assessment of this book. It sounded pretty unbelievable from the start, but also very entertaining! What I loved most about your review were the pop culture references - so fun! I connected immediately with the Hermione and Ron vibes! Then, the Tarantino reference had me wondering exactly what part of the movie. I also figure it must be wild and somewhat ridiculous as many of those scenes can be. This was a fun review to read, even if the book ultimately didn't 100% satisfy you. Thanks so much for sharing this one! Until next time...