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"This is the first gripping instalment in a highly readable new series." --Myshelf.com, Aug 09
"If you liked McKenzie's previous novels, add this one to your wishlists- it's well worth a read." --Wondrous Reads, 4 Aug 09
"An excellent book that keeps you reading from page 1, not wanting to put the book down." --First news, 17 July 09
"Put down the Harry Potter books you've read, like, five times already and try The Set Up."
--Mizz, July 09
"If you liked McKenzie's previous novels, add this one to your wishlists- it's well worth a read." --Wondrous Reads, 4 Aug 09
"An excellent book that keeps you reading from page 1, not wanting to put the book down." --First news, 17 July 09
"Put down the Harry Potter books you've read, like, five times already and try The Set Up."
--Mizz, July 09
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Fourteen years ago, scientist William Fox implanted four babies with the Medusa gene - a gene for psychic abilities. But Fox died and the babies were hidden away for years. Now the children are teenagers - and unaware that their psychic powers are about to kick in. Cocky, charismatic Nico thinks his emerging telekinetic abilities will bring him money, power and the girl of his dreams. He's about to find out just how wrong he is...
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10 of 11 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
The Set-Up is a good introduction to Sophie McKenzie's world of the Medusa Project: a project that left four teenagers with psychic abilities. Set in several UK locations, it alternates between action and adventure, the supernatural and teen drama.
I didn't like the characters as much as I wanted to, and felt that a few of them were too forced. Everything was figured out and learnt too quickly, and accepted far too easily. If I found out I had a psychic power, I'd be shocked, worried, and scared, and certainly not able to comprehend it all in the space of one chapter. Saying that, choosing to have the characters deal with it this way eliminated the need for any unnecessary changes in plot speed, which kept the story moving along at McKenzie's expected pace.
I'm looking forward to the next book, which will see a change in narrators. Nico had his turn in The Set-Up, and Ketty will be next in The Hostage. I think this is a great way for the reader to get to know each character and their powers, and different POVs are always very welcome. If you liked McKenzie's previous novels, add this one to your wishlists -- it's well worth a read.
3.5/5
I didn't like the characters as much as I wanted to, and felt that a few of them were too forced. Everything was figured out and learnt too quickly, and accepted far too easily. If I found out I had a psychic power, I'd be shocked, worried, and scared, and certainly not able to comprehend it all in the space of one chapter. Saying that, choosing to have the characters deal with it this way eliminated the need for any unnecessary changes in plot speed, which kept the story moving along at McKenzie's expected pace.
I'm looking forward to the next book, which will see a change in narrators. Nico had his turn in The Set-Up, and Ketty will be next in The Hostage. I think this is a great way for the reader to get to know each character and their powers, and different POVs are always very welcome. If you liked McKenzie's previous novels, add this one to your wishlists -- it's well worth a read.
3.5/5
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Another Sophie Mckenzie book that I really enjoyed! I really like her writing style and find her stories are always great fun to read.
This story focuses on Nico. It turns out that he was one of four babies who were given the Medusa gene - a gene for psychic abilities. Once his kicks in he thinks he can use them to impress the girl he really likes. But it turns out not all is what it seems....
I liked Nico. He is a tad cocky but he is also likeable. A bit gullible perhaps but overall I really warmed to him I also really liked Ketty - I think I liked her the best. I also liked the relationship between her and Nico. Dylan and Ed took a bit longer to warm to but I believe each story will be told from each of the character's point of view so that will help bring them more into focus.
I loved all the different psychic abilities. I always love stories focused on this subject so I had a good feeling I would enjoy this. Although the plot was a bit predictable at times it didn't spoil the fun at all! All the action scenes are great - the story fast paced - this one really sets up the series. I can't wait to get stuck into the next one.
This story focuses on Nico. It turns out that he was one of four babies who were given the Medusa gene - a gene for psychic abilities. Once his kicks in he thinks he can use them to impress the girl he really likes. But it turns out not all is what it seems....
I liked Nico. He is a tad cocky but he is also likeable. A bit gullible perhaps but overall I really warmed to him I also really liked Ketty - I think I liked her the best. I also liked the relationship between her and Nico. Dylan and Ed took a bit longer to warm to but I believe each story will be told from each of the character's point of view so that will help bring them more into focus.
I loved all the different psychic abilities. I always love stories focused on this subject so I had a good feeling I would enjoy this. Although the plot was a bit predictable at times it didn't spoil the fun at all! All the action scenes are great - the story fast paced - this one really sets up the series. I can't wait to get stuck into the next one.
7 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I was plesantly surprised by this book when I read it while travelling. It was interesting and gripping. It was just long enough and captivated my attention for a few hours. Although the plot was quite pridictable, good conquers all.... ,it was still nice to have a nice ending while still being hungry for more. I look forward to the next book. I would recommend this book as a quick escape for a young teenager(12 - 16),
a 15 year old girl.
a 15 year old girl.
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Crazy Good!!!!!!!!!!!!
Wow is the word that comes to mind when I think of this book. Fourth in The Medusa Project, The Set Up is narrated by Nico. Read more
Published 4 months ago by DayDreamer
A Fast-Paced, Super-Power-Packed Book That Left Me Wanting More
Over a decade ago, four babies were implanted with a gene known as the Medusa gene. Its purpose? To bring out psychic abilities. Read more
Published 7 months ago by TheBookAddictedGirl
THIS IS AMAZING
Hi...im abigail, and i love the medusa project books. I think they are amazing and my favourite one is the set up because it explains everything about the medusa gene, and there... Read more
Published 15 months ago
This is great!
As always, Sophie McKenzie's books are a great read; full of emotion, description and the odd bit of humour! Read more
Published 15 months ago by Primrose Everdeen
Exciting adventure!
This is a great book that is full of adventure and excitement. It's the first of a series and is really hard to put down once you have started reading it, as all you want to do is... Read more
Published 16 months ago
Excellant teenage read
My daughter (age 12) is a reluctant reader to put it lightly. She had this book as a free gift with a magazine and was gripped from the start. Read more
Published 17 months ago by Kj Mason
an action packed read
This book was really good. I couldn't put it down! I am twelve and my brother is nine and we both read this book-we can't wait until the next one!
Published 17 months ago
Heroes?
Is it just me or does this sound an awful lot like the American TV series Heroes? I was hoping for something to stnad alongside Robert Muchamore's The Recruit: Bk. Read more
Published on 21 Feb 2010 by Drew
Amazing
I thought it was an amazing book to read and i cant wait to read the rest of the set
I also LOVE blood ties by Sophie McKenzie ! Read more
I also LOVE blood ties by Sophie McKenzie ! Read more
Published on 5 Dec 2009 by Wales2009
THE MEDUSA GREAT!
The medusa a project was great!just finished it now and can not wait for second book.
before i tell you whats it about the second is called the medusa project:the... Read more
before i tell you whats it about the second is called the medusa project:the... Read more
Published on 6 Oct 2009 by M. J. Bulmer
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