Perfect hair. Questionable decisions. One extremely judgmental squirrel.Buck Adams has only ever loved himself.
And why wouldn’t he? He’s literally Mister Amazing.
It’s a solid system.Until falling for someone else breaks everything.
That really should’ve come up in orientation.
Read The Bloom of Doom, and join Team Amazing for launch updates, bonus content, and Patch’s Official Sidekick Field Guide.Spoiler alert: Patch's expectations remain intentionally low.
WELCOME TO CEDAR SPRINGSHi, I'm Alexander Bar.If you've landed here after seeing one of the ads, welcome.The images below are AI-generated concept art inspired by scenes, characters and locations from my novel, Mister Amazing: The Bloom of Doom.The actual book contains fewer perfectly framed sunsets and considerably more squirrel-related incidents.If you've ever wondered what happens when the world's most confident superhero discovers feelings, accidentally acquires a squirrel sidekick, and finds himself standing between a small town and a giant flower apocalypse... welcome to Cedar Springs.I'm glad you're here.****
WHAT IS THIS BOOK?The book follows Buck Adams, better known as Mister Amazing.Buck can fly.Buck possesses incredible strength.
Buck has saved the world more times than anyone can comfortably count.He also owns a mansion called the Fortress of Emotional Solitude, which should tell you almost everything you need to know about him.Fortunately, Buck isn't alone.
His closest ally is Patch, a one-eyed squirrel whose primary hobbies include judging people, ignoring authority and preventing disasters that Buck accidentally creates.Together they protect Cedar Springs from giant monsters, supervillains, rogue vegetation and the occasional consequences of Buck's own decision-making.The images below are my attempt to bring a little more of that world to life.You'll meet some of the characters.You'll see a few locations.You'll discover why gardening became unexpectedly controversial.And if you enjoy what you find, you can always read a few excerpts, join Team Amazing, or spend some more time wandering around Cedar Springs.Just don't accept landscaping advice from anyone wearing a vine cloak.We've had issues.****
CEDAR SPRINGSPopulation: mostly reasonable.
Known for: beautiful scenery, strong community spirit and periodic attacks by things that absolutely should not exist.
It was a lovely place to live.
Right up until the giant flower.
****BUCK ADAMS - AKA MISTER AMAZINGInvincible. Mostly.
"Dramatic landings improve everything."****
PATCHEvery superhero needs a trusted partner.
Buck got a squirrel.
To be fair, Patch is usually the most competent individual in any given situation.
Including emergencies.
"Overconfidence pairs poorly with gravity."****
JANET LANGThe only person in Cedar Springs qualified to tell a superhero to sit down and drink water.
Most people saw Mister Amazing.
Janet saw Buck.****
AMI
Artificial Mansion IntelligenceKeeping Cedar Springs operational despite Buck's best efforts.
"I Have Calculated Several Outcomes. None Are Encouraging."*****
THE FORTRESS OF EMOTIONAL SOLITUDEThe mansion contains a launch pad, a danger simulator, multiple secret laboratories and a panic room stocked entirely with protein bars. Buck considers this a balanced lifestyle.
He was prepared for everything except feelings.****
THORNSHADEEvery villain thinks they're right.
Thornshade just happens to have a detailed presentation explaining why.
Unfortunately, it involves giant vines.
“People are dumb.”“They trample nature. They litter. They think a tattoo is personality.”“I don’t need them to like me. I just want them to stop.”****
SOME MOMENTS FROM THE BOOK1. BUCK & AMI
The Empty Stool“Has anyone ever sat there, AMI?”“Negative. But on the bright side, still showroom fresh.”This was his world.Gleaming.Impressive.And empty.*
2. BUCK & JANET
Pancake Breakfast“Why are they... so normal?”Janet, plating the next pancake, said, “Because it’s breakfast. You know, the kind that doesn’t get delivered by drone from Paris.”*
3. BUCK, PATCH & AMI
The Reboot“Welcome to AMI 2.0. Now with banter.”Patch and Buck exchanged a look.Not scared, exactly.More like embarrassed on comedy’s behalf.*
4. BUCK & PATCH
Hero vs Sidekick“Hero stuff takes prep.”Patch tapped his chest pouch.“Yeah, well, sidekick stuff takes snacks. And I’m fully loaded. Let’s roll.”*
9. BUCK & AMI
The Sandwich“Wait, this has been going on for years?”“Correct. You signed off during a sandwich.”Buck frowned.“You know I never read what I sign. I’m more of an autograph guy.”