--- product_id: 1441192 title: "Sensation: A Superhero Novel (Kid Sensation)" price: "₹ 3282" currency: INR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.in/products/1441192-sensation-a-superhero-novel-kid-sensation store_origin: IN region: India --- # Sensation: A Superhero Novel (Kid Sensation) **Price:** ₹ 3282 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Sensation: A Superhero Novel (Kid Sensation) - **How much does it cost?** ₹ 3282 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.in](https://www.desertcart.in/products/1441192-sensation-a-superhero-novel-kid-sensation) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Like millions of other kids, Jim grew up wanting to be a superhero. Unlike most of his contemporaries, however, Jim actually had the goods: a plethora of super powers that would have been the envy of any meta on the planet. But when his tryout with the Alpha League - the world's premier group of supers - goes disastrously wrong, Jim basically becomes an outcast. Two years later, Jim is still bitter about what happened to him. However, he soon finds himself the centerpiece in an odd turn of events that gives him a second chance at his dream. But nothing is as easy as it sounds, as Jim soon discovers. Among other things, he’s made an enemy of a prospective super teammate, he’s being stalked by an unknown pursuer, and a shadowy cabal bent on world domination has identified him as the only obstacle to their plans. It’s a lot for one super to handle, even with a smorgasbord of abilities. But if saving the world were easy, everyone would do it… Review: Great Series and this book kicks it off right - Before I really go into my review I would like to point out that I rarely review software and reading material/books. I believe that both areas are VERY subjective as to what works and what doesn't for each person so what might be a great choice for me might actually be a disaster for someone else. That said occasionally I do break down and decide to rate something that I found especially enjoyable. That is the case with not only this book but ALL the rest of the books in this series. Which is what prompted me to do this review. I actually thought all the stories in this series have been pretty well thought out and the issues that have cropped up have been very consistent with the types of issues you would find in superhero-based graphic novels so the books work really well with the theme. I also appreciate how well thought out the descriptions of the powers used by the various characters and how and why they work the way they do. It makes reading these books quite enjoyable (for me). Review: An enjoyable superhero tale - The first book in the Kid Sensation series is a fun look at a world where superheroes have pretty much been in continuous existence and are now part of everyday life. Author Kevin Hardman introduces some interesting aspects, like the idea of superteams arranging game days for super-powered teens given that many of them don't have the opportunity to play with other kids for fear of harming them. Also the tryouts for superteams was a nice touch. The story is told in the first-person perspective from Kid Sensation's POV. Hardman does a great job of capturing what it's like to be a teenage boy and grounding the character despite his multitude of powers. The interactions between Kid and his grandfather and mother as well as other superheroes his age, like Paramount, Aqua or Smokescreen or Electra all feel very real. Hardman also adds in some interesting touches for different super-powers, such as the idea of super-vision being an ancillary power for super-speed. That being said, I think I would have to agree with others who argued that Kid is perhaps a bit TOO powerful. Flight, superhuman speed, intangibility, telepathy, telekinesis, teleportation, and shapeshifting is a bit much. I also felt that the intelligence of far smarter characters like Mouse and Braintrust was more or less ignored towards the end of the book so Kid could be the one who discovered the mole. The prose has some clunky moments and for some reason, the prologue is written in present-tense, a very jarring shift from the rest of the book. But overall a very enjoyable read. I read it within the span of a day and never felt bored. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #2,817,512 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #163 in Teen & Young Adult Superhero Fiction #2,112 in Teen & Young Adult Contemporary Fantasy #35,600 in Superhero Comics & Graphic Novels | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 1,289 Reviews | ## Images ![Sensation: A Superhero Novel (Kid Sensation) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81Fcfathg6L.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Series and this book kicks it off right *by R***Y on August 17, 2015* Before I really go into my review I would like to point out that I rarely review software and reading material/books. I believe that both areas are VERY subjective as to what works and what doesn't for each person so what might be a great choice for me might actually be a disaster for someone else. That said occasionally I do break down and decide to rate something that I found especially enjoyable. That is the case with not only this book but ALL the rest of the books in this series. Which is what prompted me to do this review. I actually thought all the stories in this series have been pretty well thought out and the issues that have cropped up have been very consistent with the types of issues you would find in superhero-based graphic novels so the books work really well with the theme. I also appreciate how well thought out the descriptions of the powers used by the various characters and how and why they work the way they do. It makes reading these books quite enjoyable (for me). ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ An enjoyable superhero tale *by P***P on November 24, 2014* The first book in the Kid Sensation series is a fun look at a world where superheroes have pretty much been in continuous existence and are now part of everyday life. Author Kevin Hardman introduces some interesting aspects, like the idea of superteams arranging game days for super-powered teens given that many of them don't have the opportunity to play with other kids for fear of harming them. Also the tryouts for superteams was a nice touch. The story is told in the first-person perspective from Kid Sensation's POV. Hardman does a great job of capturing what it's like to be a teenage boy and grounding the character despite his multitude of powers. The interactions between Kid and his grandfather and mother as well as other superheroes his age, like Paramount, Aqua or Smokescreen or Electra all feel very real. Hardman also adds in some interesting touches for different super-powers, such as the idea of super-vision being an ancillary power for super-speed. That being said, I think I would have to agree with others who argued that Kid is perhaps a bit TOO powerful. Flight, superhuman speed, intangibility, telepathy, telekinesis, teleportation, and shapeshifting is a bit much. I also felt that the intelligence of far smarter characters like Mouse and Braintrust was more or less ignored towards the end of the book so Kid could be the one who discovered the mole. The prose has some clunky moments and for some reason, the prologue is written in present-tense, a very jarring shift from the rest of the book. But overall a very enjoyable read. I read it within the span of a day and never felt bored. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Book: Needs a sequel! *by S***N on May 11, 2013* I got the book because the title intrigued me. I tried the sample and was immediately pulled in to the story. Jim's character is very likable and relatable, and I liked his super name "Kid Sensation". I think it is a good, original name. I enjoyed learning more about Kid, and reading about his many powers. I really hope that the sequel has more about Alpha League and Mouse. (Especially more about Mouse because he was interesting). I did not notice any errors in the book (sometimes a big issue) and the story flowed well for me (I have found good books that drag in the middle sometimes). I think that people who like "Wearing The Cape", "Confessions of A D-List Supervillian", and "Just Cause" ( all books that I've read similar to this one in story and pricing) will enjoy this book. The price is reasonable for the length (around 200 pages) and great for the story (good and interesting). If you are looking for a good new author to try I would suggest giving Mr. Hardman a chance. I bought "Sensation" a few days ago and had to stay up to finish it because I got so interested. I hope that many other people will give it a chance because I think you will enjoy it! --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.in/products/1441192-sensation-a-superhero-novel-kid-sensation](https://www.desertcart.in/products/1441192-sensation-a-superhero-novel-kid-sensation) --- *Product available on Desertcart India* *Store origin: IN* *Last updated: 2026-10-11*