Transparent Is a Color

By: Kaje Harper

Narrated by: J.F. Harding

Perry's mother told him he'd develop the superpower of flight, like his grandfather. She even named him Peregrine, so folks would call him "The Falcon." Spoiler— they don't. Because when he did come into his power, all he got was the ability to change colors. Not even himself, like some kind of Chameleon Man, but the color of objects. He can de-pukify the shade of his bedroom curtains, turn a bully's sweatshirt pink, or even turn a red traffic light green. (Not a good idea.) He hasn't told anyone except his disappointed mom about his power. What would they call him? The Interior Decorator?

Back in high school, under stress, he did convince his power that transparent was just another color. Now that ability's sometimes fun in an illicit way. Then one morning, in the mailroom at work, he turns a cardboard box transparent and sees a bomb inside. And Perry's ordinary life explodes.

Sergeant Deckard of the Nova City Bomb Squad never thought much about superheroes, or supervillains for that matter. He has plenty of work with ordinary humans and their explosives. Until he and his bomb-sniffing dog, Nix, get called to a possible-explosives situation in a highrise mailroom. The guy who reported the bomb is a nerdy twink in dark-framed glasses who pushes all of Deck's buttons. When he finds out the young man has a weird superpower and may be the target of a villain, every protective instinct comes into play.

Deckard's goal is to keep his job, his dog, Nova City, and Perry intact. His libido can just sit down, shut up, and take a number. But as their attraction gets hotter and the villain closes in, their future might be blown apart before it even has a chance to start.

Transparent Is a Color is a part of the multi-author Subpar Superheroes MM romance series.

(Content warning for abduction, parental emotional abuse)

©2024, 2025 Kaje Harper (P)2025 Kaje Harper

Not sub par at all!

Delightful, funny story. Narrator is fantastic - distinct voices for each character, and Deckard’s is a lovely film noir growl that adds to the fun. Hubby listened and laughed a lot - he’s not a romance or MM fan, but he’s a fan of comedy and superheroes.

Interesting and enjoyable

I really enjoyed this! Perry is such a great character, he's sunshine and resilient and caring and wants to help others. Deck is also fun, but a bit of a grump. He's uncertain of Perry at first, but quickly realizes that Perry is one of the good guys and seeks to protect him from an unknown threat. Nix is the K9 who we all want to hang out with. I love the decorating idea, and how Deck accepts and appreciates Perry for who he is. There are some really funny scenes as well.

J.F. Harding is a new narrator for me, but I thought they did a great job! I'm definitely adding them to my list of narrators I enjoy.

I love this story! ❤️

I had fun listening to Transparent Is a Color. It's hilarious, action-packed, and absorbing. The voice actor for this audiobook is so cool!
Perry is funny and a sweetheart. I love his superpower. Deckard is so smart and yummy, and he has the cutest dog. They make me happy. 😊
I hope Kaje Harper decides to write more about them.

Fun & Unique

Fun concept {superheroes with completely underwhelming powers}. Cute, sweet, poignant, and funny moments with sweet and lovable MCs.

Never Judge a Superpower by Its Color!

This was a super fun listen, so I am glad I opted for the audible! J.F. Harding really notched up the personalities and quirky situations. I adored sweet Perry; he was kind of like a Rudolph the Red nosed Reindeer. Noone saw his potential! Deckard wanted to protect his little superhero. Bombs all around but never fear Nix the sniffing dog is here!