Cicero James, Miracle Worker

What would you do if you suddenly found yourself hunted for powers you didn’t know how you got them? This is the reality for Cicero James, a miracle worker with supernatural abilities. These Workers blend seamlessly into the human population, concealing their powers while adhering to strict rules and a hierarchy akin to that of ordinary society. Cicero leads a quiet life as an employee at a tech company in San Francisco and prefers to work solo most of the time.

His role as a miracle worker involves mending the cracks in reality, but everything changes during a routine job when he encounters malevolent forces known as the Terror. In the ensuing battle, the forces overpower him, and eventually, Cicero is killed. However, in a shocking twist, he awakens in the morgue to discover he’s not only alive but now immortal. This unexpected turn of events puts him under investigation by the supervisors eager to understand how such a phenomenon occurred. Thankfully, Cicero has the support of Marlowe, his trusted friend and mentor, along with a few other allies from the worker community.

Together, they navigate this bewildering new reality as Cicero seeks answers about his resurrection. As a Miracle Worker, Cicero is bound by rules that dictate when and how he can use his abilities. Raising the dead is strictly forbidden—especially self-resurrection—so how did this happen to him? This mystery drives Cicero’s quest for understanding while he balances his ordinary job and his extraordinary responsibilities.

Cicero is an eccentric yet lovable character, often coming across as shy around women. His interactions with others are genuine and heartfelt, making him relatable to readers. Hal Emerson’s Cicero James, Miracle Worker is an engaging novel that expertly weaves action with interesting characters. As Cicero juggles his normal work life with his duties as a miracle worker, readers are drawn into his world filled with challenges and triumphs. The book showcases not only the action-packed moments but also the depth of relationships within the worker community. Ultimately, Cicero James explores themes of identity, friendship, and the struggle between normalcy and extraordinary abilities. It invites readers to ponder what it means to be different while highlighting the importance of support systems during difficult times. With its well-paced plot and engaging characters, this novel offers an intriguing glimpse into a world where superpowers exist alongside everyday life. I thoroughly enjoyed the novel and would recommend it to anyone seeking an imaginative escape from reality.