THE SECOND CHANCE OF DARIUS LOGAN

A teen with a seemingly hopeless future gets the chance to have a positive impact on the world.

For eight years, Darius Logan, a Black teen, survived on his own—bouncing among foster homes and derelict buildings—after his family (and many others) were murdered in The Attack. His life changes course after he gets caught in a drug deal, giving him his third strike. Fortunately, Captain Freedom of the Super Justice Force, who met Darius when he was named Student of the Year for his academic excellence, advocates for him to enroll in a classified rehabilitation program instead of going to prison. Now Darius is immersed in the lives of the heroes he’s only read about in the comic books he loved as a child, and he has the opportunity to gain skills and finish his education, along with building a community of people who care about him—things he never thought he’d have again. His life isn’t without obstacles, however, and when a secret plot is uncovered, Darius is thrust into the spotlight, his life forever altered. Through the third-person omniscient narration, readers are immersed in a diverse post-apocalyptic world. The tertiary characters have depth beyond their interactions with Darius, and this element, paired with the detailed lore, creates a rich, engaging narrative that will keep readers invested. The author seamlessly blends humor and heart in this story of justice and redemption.

An accessible and thought-provoking narrative.