Aman Sen is smart, young, ambitious and going nowhere. He thinks this is because he doesn t have the right connections but then he gets off a plane from London to Delhi and discovers that he has turned into a communications demigod. Indeed, everyone on Aman s flight now has extraordinary abilities corresponding to their innermost desires. Vir, an Air Force pilot, can now fly. Uzma, an aspiring Bollywood actress, now possesses infinite charisma. And then there's Jai, an indestructible one-man army with a good old-fashioned goal to rule the world! Aman wants to ensure that their new powers aren't wasted on costumed crime-fighting, celebrity endorsements, or reality television. He wants to heal the planet but with each step he takes, he finds helping some means harming others. Will it all end, as 80 years of superhero fiction suggest, in a meaningless, explosive slugfest? Turbulence features the 21st-century Indian subcontinent in all its insane glory: F-16s, Bollywood, radical religious parties, nuclear plants, cricket, terrorists, luxury resorts, crazy TV shows, but it is essentially about two very human questions. How would you feel if you actually got what you wanted? And what would you do if you could really change the world?
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Turbulence is a helter-skelter superhero novel full of playful postmodern references to superhero fiction and a plethora of captivating characters with extraordinary abilities. --Bookmunch
If you're looking for brilliantly written fun and fast paced action that leaves you wanting more, this is definitely it. One word of warning though, you may ignore your loved ones completely until you've finished it. --The Tattooed Book
The character arcs are satisfyingly wriggly, careful not to jump to obvious conclusions but instead taking a thoughtful, realistic look at what people would actually do if given the ability they most desired. --British Fantasy Society
"Easy and exciting." --Time Out
The character arcs are satisfyingly wriggly, careful not to jump to obvious conclusions but instead taking a thoughtful, realistic look at what people would actually do if given the ability they most desired. --British Fantasy Society
"Turbulence delivers exactly what it intends: an entertaining, well-written read. In the genre s history it will be seen as an important work, a reflection of the subcontinent s growing self-confidence." --SF World
"The action is fast and full of iconic fight scenes that feel straight out of a comic book...The humour and cultural references are fun and spot on." --Geek Syndicate
The character arcs are satisfyingly wriggly, careful not to jump to obvious conclusions but instead taking a thoughtful, realistic look at what people would actually do if given the ability they most desired. --British Fantasy Society
"Solid writing, great character development, humor, personal loss, and excellent points to ponder in every chapter." --Wired s Geek Dad
The character arcs are satisfyingly wriggly, careful not to jump to obvious conclusions but instead taking a thoughtful, realistic look at what people would actually do if given the ability they most desired. --British Fantasy Society
It s like X-Men, but good. --The Sun
The character arcs are satisfyingly wriggly, careful not to jump to obvious conclusions but instead taking a thoughtful, realistic look at what people would actually do if given the ability they most desired. --British Fantasy Society
A cracking read." --Forbidden Planet
The character arcs are satisfyingly wriggly, careful not to jump to obvious conclusions but instead taking a thoughtful, realistic look at what people would actually do if given the ability they most desired. --British Fantasy Society
If you're looking for brilliantly written fun and fast paced action that leaves you wanting more, this is definitely it. One word of warning though, you may ignore your loved ones completely until you've finished it. --The Tattooed Book
The character arcs are satisfyingly wriggly, careful not to jump to obvious conclusions but instead taking a thoughtful, realistic look at what people would actually do if given the ability they most desired. --British Fantasy Society
"Easy and exciting." --Time Out
The character arcs are satisfyingly wriggly, careful not to jump to obvious conclusions but instead taking a thoughtful, realistic look at what people would actually do if given the ability they most desired. --British Fantasy Society
"Turbulence delivers exactly what it intends: an entertaining, well-written read. In the genre s history it will be seen as an important work, a reflection of the subcontinent s growing self-confidence." --SF World
"The action is fast and full of iconic fight scenes that feel straight out of a comic book...The humour and cultural references are fun and spot on." --Geek Syndicate
The character arcs are satisfyingly wriggly, careful not to jump to obvious conclusions but instead taking a thoughtful, realistic look at what people would actually do if given the ability they most desired. --British Fantasy Society
"Solid writing, great character development, humor, personal loss, and excellent points to ponder in every chapter." --Wired s Geek Dad
The character arcs are satisfyingly wriggly, careful not to jump to obvious conclusions but instead taking a thoughtful, realistic look at what people would actually do if given the ability they most desired. --British Fantasy Society
It s like X-Men, but good. --The Sun
The character arcs are satisfyingly wriggly, careful not to jump to obvious conclusions but instead taking a thoughtful, realistic look at what people would actually do if given the ability they most desired. --British Fantasy Society
A cracking read." --Forbidden Planet
The character arcs are satisfyingly wriggly, careful not to jump to obvious conclusions but instead taking a thoughtful, realistic look at what people would actually do if given the ability they most desired. --British Fantasy Society
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By Raghav
Format:Paperback
Turbulence is a story about a handful of individuals from different walks of life unknowingly ending up with superpowers after a flight from London to Delhi. It is a story about these very individuals discovering their new identities and coming to terms with their powers and deciding on how to eventually use them. It is a classic tale of Good Vs Evil with emotions and self discovery thrown in as extra measure to give the characters a more human feel which in turn adds to the charm of the book.
It is quite evident that the author Samit Basu is up-to-date with his knowledge about superheroes and the pop culture references are in abundance throughout the book. He is not short on humor either with a number of instances where I did literally laugh-out-loud. Unfortunately, the biggest flaw lies with the powers that are allotted to the characters. Throughout the book I could not help but relate certain aspects to comic books, or TV series like Heroes, or films like X-Men, Avengers, Superman, etc. For example, there is a "suit" that is somewhat on the lines of Iron Man. Moreover, it even folds-up into a briefcase which to me shouted Iron Man 2, the film. There is a character who can bulk himself up and become a tiger faced beast which seemed pretty much like the Hulk without the obvious turmoil that the Hulk/Dr. Banner go through. Even the main villain, Jai, has shades of Magneto, not in terms of power, but in terms of their thought process. So while I tried to enjoy the book, I could not but help draw up these similarities, and there were quite a few, and I am not even a comic book fan.
Having said that, the book does have interesting characters, especially the ones that are regional to India. The Shinde Brothers provide an episode that would fair interestingly well should the book be ever made into a movie. Some of the other powers, which I shall not mention so you can enjoy the book, are unique and bring about the fun element. There are also enough twists and turns to keep the detective in you guessing.
Turbulence takes a little while to set itself up. While it took me a couple of weeks to get through the first 100 pages, I finished the next 250 in one day. It is also the start of a series and it is understandable that the basis has to be formed, so when the sequel Resistance comes out next year, it will hopefully not have to go back into the "origins" aspect.
Being an Indian I liked the local touch the story gives to the characters and while it goes around the globe culminating in London, it stays true to the region where it is primarily set.
Turbulence makes for an interesting read and it might not be genre defining, but is a positive addition to the superhero genre that we are being bombarded with from all directions.
Since I am unable to give a 3.5 Star review, I have settled with a 4 star review.
It is quite evident that the author Samit Basu is up-to-date with his knowledge about superheroes and the pop culture references are in abundance throughout the book. He is not short on humor either with a number of instances where I did literally laugh-out-loud. Unfortunately, the biggest flaw lies with the powers that are allotted to the characters. Throughout the book I could not help but relate certain aspects to comic books, or TV series like Heroes, or films like X-Men, Avengers, Superman, etc. For example, there is a "suit" that is somewhat on the lines of Iron Man. Moreover, it even folds-up into a briefcase which to me shouted Iron Man 2, the film. There is a character who can bulk himself up and become a tiger faced beast which seemed pretty much like the Hulk without the obvious turmoil that the Hulk/Dr. Banner go through. Even the main villain, Jai, has shades of Magneto, not in terms of power, but in terms of their thought process. So while I tried to enjoy the book, I could not but help draw up these similarities, and there were quite a few, and I am not even a comic book fan.
Having said that, the book does have interesting characters, especially the ones that are regional to India. The Shinde Brothers provide an episode that would fair interestingly well should the book be ever made into a movie. Some of the other powers, which I shall not mention so you can enjoy the book, are unique and bring about the fun element. There are also enough twists and turns to keep the detective in you guessing.
Turbulence takes a little while to set itself up. While it took me a couple of weeks to get through the first 100 pages, I finished the next 250 in one day. It is also the start of a series and it is understandable that the basis has to be formed, so when the sequel Resistance comes out next year, it will hopefully not have to go back into the "origins" aspect.
Being an Indian I liked the local touch the story gives to the characters and while it goes around the globe culminating in London, it stays true to the region where it is primarily set.
Turbulence makes for an interesting read and it might not be genre defining, but is a positive addition to the superhero genre that we are being bombarded with from all directions.
Since I am unable to give a 3.5 Star review, I have settled with a 4 star review.
By Se6
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
Greatly enjoyed that book: good plot and good characters.
I liked The Game World Trilogy and was looking forward to read a new book from Samit Basu.
I have not been disappointed the least! A sequel to this book called "Resistance" should come soon, I can't wait for it.
I liked The Game World Trilogy and was looking forward to read a new book from Samit Basu.
I have not been disappointed the least! A sequel to this book called "Resistance" should come soon, I can't wait for it.
By Luke
Format:Kindle Edition|Amazon Verified Purchase
Enjoyed the new twist on the superhero storyline and look forward to the sequal. . . . . . .
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Have read better
Nothing original and not that well written. Read Lord of Light by Roger Zelazny much better a sf classic and on a similar vein
Published 3 months ago by Mrs. Ann F. Faulkner
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Genuinely baffled by all the 5 Stars
On paper, Turbulence by Samit Basu, seems to be directly aimed at me as its target market. Superheroes? I'm there. Ordinary people acquiring super powers? Again up my alley. Read more
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Published 7 months ago by pouncing_panda
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Excellent take on the Superhero Genre!
Samit Basu's 'Turbulence' follows the story of Aman Sen, who after boarding a flight, has acquired along with the other passengers, super powers (his being the ability to connect... Read more
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Published 9 months ago by Sandy L
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When all of a plane's passengers get the superpowers they need to grant their innermost wishes, it would seem like this book is going into Misfits or Heroes territory, but this is... Read more
Published 9 months ago by Alistair P
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Superheros rule just like this book!
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