by A. J. Menden
And it’s as happy an ending as anyone can write.
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
Once again I’d like to thank the usual suspects—my agent Michelle Wolfson, my editor Chris Keeslar, Alissa Davis and the good people at Dorchester for all of their hard work.
A big thanks goes to my beta readers: Laura Tennant, Andrea Greynolds, Jolene Craig, and Rachel Lane and to all of the members of the OWG for their support, and to Tina Croff and Heidi Spiessl for being honorary beta readers when I needed an extra set of eyes.
Another big thanks to Susan Charman, crit partner and encourager, as well as Sharon Ashwood, crit partner and fellow Capes and Coffins member.
I’ve saved the biggest thanks of all to my friends and my family for putting up with me. You’re all my heroes!
CRITICS PRAISE A. J. MENDEN AND
PHENOMENAL GIRL 5!
“This highly engaging superhero tale is perfect for women. The titular character may be super powerful, but when it comes to the ways of love, she’s definitely relatable. This action romance gives readers an independent and very witty heroine who’s sure to please—not to mention the unique love triangle!”
—Romantic Times BOOKreviews
“The story line is faster than a speeding bullet and more powerful than a locomotive….Fans who relish something different will want to read this engaging science fiction romance as teacher and pupil must first save Megolopolis before their hearts.”
—Midwest Book Review
“Phenomenal Girl 5 kept me up late turning pages. Kudos to debut author A. J. Menden for creating a fully realized superhero world with a well-rounded cast of characters complemented by a sharp-witted narrator that you can’t help but want to spend time with.”
—Julie Kenner, Bestselling Author of Deja Demon
“All I can say is Wow! Phenomenal Girl 5 is a stunning debut—a definite keeper.”
—ParaNormal Romance Reviews
“Phenomenal Girl 5 moved me to tears and proves that good does triumph over evil. If you are looking for a book that thrills, has well-developed characters and a fascinating plot that keeps you guessing, this is it!”
—Bookaholics Romance Book Club
Other books by A. J. Menden:
PHENOMENAL GIRL 5
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June 2009
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