This book felt realistic like way realistic. If superheroes were to exist today this is exactly how I would imagine they would be and how they gained powers. Loved the story telling of this book and pacing. The back and forth timeline made the stakes seem high and all the characters were fleshed out well in this. Eli and Victor were flawed in their own goals but they stood firm on them. I honestly think they should’ve just smooched in college and the tension would be gone.