Vicious

Vicious

3.8 (10 ratings)
Sep 24, 2013 · English · Kindle (402 pages)
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Book Details

Format Kindle
Pages 402
Language English
Published Sep 24, 2013
Publisher Tor Books

Description

Victor and Eli were once close friends, united by their shared ambition and desire for greatness. Their bond, however, spiraled into a fierce rivalry after a groundbreaking experiment exposed the thin line between extraordinary powers and deadly consequences. As they push the boundaries of science and morality, the consequences of their actions transform their lives in unexpected and haunting ways.

As Victor grapples with the legacy of their shared past, he navigates a world filled with danger and betrayal. Eli, driven by a desire for control and vengeance, becomes a formidable obstacle in Victor's quest for redemption. In this darkly imaginative narrative, the two men's fates become inextricably linked, each step echoing with the consequences of their once innocent aspirations.

In a landscape where loyalty is fleeting and friendships can turn deadly, Victoria Schwab crafts a gripping exploration of what it means to be truly alive. The story unfolds with tension and intrigue, captivating readers with twists that challenge their perceptions of heroism and villainy.

Schwab's vivid prose invites readers into a world where ambition can ignite a fierce pursuit of power, and the desire for recognition can lead to destructive choices. As Victor and Eli’s conflict escalates, the narrative delves deeply into the human psyche, pondering the moral complexities of their extraordinary abilities in a life-and-death struggle.

Genres

Science Fiction Action & Adventure Horror Fantasy Manga Graphic Novels Paranormal Nature

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Another blind book. My 7 year old daughter actually picked this one for me, simply because the wrapper was her favorite color. I honestly wasn’t really looking forward to reading it. Even though I like sci-fi movies, it’s not typically what I’d choose to read. But I was so pleasantly surprised with this book! A different kind of hero/origin story.

May 16th 2026

“There are no good men in this game.”3'5 STARSCreo que esta quote define bastante bien lo que es el libro y es que los protagonistas no puedes deciar me gusta este más porque es el bueno aqui no hay buenos aqui son dos villanos en busca de un poder y ver quien sobrevive al finalEs verdad que ha habido partes que se me han hecho un poco cuesta arriba pero ha ido remontando y cuando se acercaba cada vez más la medianoche era como a ver que iba a pasar por fin un gran final y miedito me da la segunda parte

August 13th 2025

vic and eli are really interesting takes on frends to enemies, eli is so morally corrupt i adore him

July 8th 2025
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