We Could Be Villains

The Vigil & Ante Files, Book 1

De: Megan Mccullough

Narrado por: Dana Allen

Avoid spoilers. Don’t get fired. Defeat a not-so-fictional supervillain?

Seventeen-year-old fangirl Rosemary Collins lives for VIGIL & ANTE Studios movies. From action-packed superhero fights to sweet character moments, she’s here for it all. But in a real-life crossover no one saw coming, the fandom’s heartthrob supervillain, Ironfall, isn’t as fictional as the film studio wants her to believe. Beyond the glamorous red carpet lies the government’s most guarded secret: the movies are real.

Armed with a devilish grin and a wit as sharp as his knives, Ironfall needs her help, and refusing means he’ll kill her parents. Her only other option involves spying on him for the government’s secret superhero division. Suspended between fact and what she thought was fiction, Rosemary must join her heroes and create an impenetrable web of lies—or guarantee her parents’ safety as she watches the world burn at its adored villain’s hand.

Perfect for fans of pop culture and comics, WE COULD BE VILLAINS packs an entire cinematic universe into a book. Join Rosemary and the not-so-fictional heroes (and villains!) of the VIGIL & ANTE films in this imaginative science fiction where superhero battles equal publicity stunts, fictional characters become family, and the villain just might steal your heart.

©2022 Megan Mccullough (P)2024 Megan Mccullough

Super Story

this book is way out of what I normally read. I'm a dragons and faerie kind of girl and I haven't ever watched a marvel movie. but this book is so good! I loved the story and characters and can't wait to jump into the next book. it's truly a good story and feels realistic to the world.

A Quirky Superhero Adventure

This story had everything—mystery, romance, action, betrayal, and, of course, superheroes—basically all the ingredients for a great adventure. Sam’s voice was… unique. It was so bad it actually became hilarious, and I’m pretty sure that had to be intentional. While it didn’t always make for the easiest listening experience it added a bit of quirk to the story.

The narrator did an excellent job overall, injecting just the right amount of energy and fun. This fresh, out-of-the-box story delivered on entertainment. I’m looking forward to diving into the next book in the series.

Can I be a superhero

This audiobook was great. Dana Allen does a great job with character voices and with breaking up interrogation files/notes from the rest of the storyline in her reading. I read this at 2x speed and still found it very easy to follow and to continue with understanding of the book and its details. I really enjoyed this.

What if superheroes were real?

A fun, fast-paced adventure full of supervillains, secret agents, and quippy one-liners. Definitely recommend for Marvel/DC fans, and it's squeaky clean, so I'd absolutely hand it to a teen or tween super fan. Four stars!

Villains, Heroes, and Betrayals, Oh My!

This Review Contains Spoilers

After having this book for what feels like forever, I finally had the time to listen to listen to it! This story had everything that I ever could have wanted. Pop culture references, theater kids, super heros, super villains, high stakes -- the whole deal!
The hardest part of this book was trying to figure out which side I wanted to be on. Ironfalls rizz made it difficult for me to hate him and it soft interactions with Rosemary made it even harder. But then he'd kill someone and I'd remember that he is, in fact, not a cool person.
On the narrating side of the things, I couldn't be happier. The inflection in voices and the emotion that was put into it was simply -chefs kiss-. I will say the only thing that was slightly hard to listen to was the reddit user names that were read off, and then the reports at the end of each chapter.
Other than that, this was an amazing audio book to listen to. I cant wait to listen to the second one!

Like watching a movie

Ive read this book before and it’s just as entertaining the second time. I really enjoyed the narrator I think she did a fabulous job bringing these characters and story to the third dimension. There are so many ups and downs in this novel and twists that you never know who to trust, so stay on your toes and keep turning those pages. I’m so ready for book two and see where we go. Im so thankful that this series is on audible now!

I will definitely read book two!

I enjoyed this book so much. It's been on my TBR for a while and I was so excited to be able to get to the audiobook. I thought the narrator did a great job. There was only one voice (for a side character) that was a bit nasally for me. Otherwise, wonderful audiobook. Highly recommend for this format.

The story is solid. I thought it was clever to have the actual superheroes be actors and such to hide their identities. It's a good juxtaposition to Rosemary and her life. There were some moments I didn't expect and I loved the action scenes. I'm very intrigued by the subtle romance and I think this ended at the perfect spot. And even better, this is a true YA book. No language, kisses only, there's some violence but it's not overly graphic or gory. Easy recommend.

A tense, superhero adventure!

I immensely enjoyed getting to reread this story in audio form! Dana really brought to life the characters and tense setting with her dynamic voice. The second half is thrilling as things pick up and we engage in all the action. Can’t wait to get to book 2!

This took me on an adventure

I love this book. The author had so many twists and turns and left me satisfied but wanting to read more.