Dreadnought

by April Daniels
Dreadnought cover
Good Books rating 4.17
Fantasy, Young Adult (YA)
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  • ID: 9982
  • Added: 2026-01-05
  • Updated: 2026-01-05
  • ISBN: 9781682300671
  • Publisher: Diversion Books
  • Published: 2016-01-24
  • Reviews: 3

Danny Tozer's life takes an unexpected turn when she inherits the powers of Dreadnought, the world's greatest superhero. This transformation not only grants her incredible abilities but also aligns her body with her true identity as a girl. However, her newfound powers come with challenges, including her father's dangerous obsession with 'curing' her and her best friend's sudden entitlement to date her. As Danny struggles to adjust to her new life and master her powers, she must also face the threat of Utopia, a cyborg who murdered Dreadnought and now threatens humanity's existence. Dreadnought is a thrilling superhero adventure that explores themes of identity, acceptance, and the complexities of coming out. With action-packed sequences and emotionally rich storytelling, this book offers a fresh take on the superhero genre, making it a must-read for fans of diverse and inclusive narratives.

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Lesbrary · Sam · 2023-01-28
fun 4.50

The book is described as a fun and engaging read that is hard to put down, making it perfect for a quick, enjoyable escape.

Sam describes Dreadnought as a popcorn book, meaning it's light, entertaining, and easy to read. They emphasize how the book is hard to put down, making it a great choice for readers looking for a fun and engaging read. The reviewer also mentions that the book is best enjoyed as a quick, enjoyable escape, rather than a deep, thought-provoking read.

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    Dreadnought and Sovereign are popcorn books—and I mean that in the best way possible.

    They're fun, easy to read and hard to put down, and best ...

    The book is described as a fun and engaging read that is hard to put down, making it perfect for a quick, enjoyable escape.

Reddit - Fantasy · 2018-01-01
great 4.00

The book is praised for its dual nature as a trans coming-of-age story and a superhero novel, offering a unique blend of personal growth and action.

This review highlights how the book successfully balances two genres, making it appealing to a wide range of readers. The reviewer appreciates the way the story handles both the superhero elements and the personal journey of the protagonist. The book is seen as a great read that offers something for everyone, whether they are interested in the trans narrative or the superhero action.

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    Dreadnought is a great read that works as a trans coming of age story, or a straight superheroic novel for people who want to read about good ...

    The book is praised for its dual nature as a trans coming-of-age story and a superhero novel, offering a unique blend of personal growth and action.

    The reviewer appreciates the way the story handles both the superhero elements and the personal journey of the protagonist.

SF Bluestocking · 2017-01-26
entertaining 4.00

The book is praised for its well-written and entertaining origin story, offering an optimistic take on the superhero genre.

This review highlights the book's strengths as a well-written and highly entertaining origin story. The reviewer appreciates the optimistic tone and the engaging narrative, making it a standout in the superhero genre. They note that while the book may not be exceedingly ambitious, it is a enjoyable read that effectively tells the story of a heroine's journey.

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    Dreadnought isn't an exceedingly ambitious novel, but it is a well-written, highly entertaining, and ultimately optimistic origin story of a heroine I look ...

    The book is praised for its well-written and entertaining origin story, offering an optimistic take on the superhero genre.

    They note that while the book may not be exceedingly ambitious, it is a enjoyable read that effectively tells the story of a heroine's journey.

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