Steelheart

Steelheart by Brandon Sanderson

This story takes place in a post-apocalyptic Chicago where Epics rule without mercy. Approximately 10 years ago, there was a burst in the sky that mysteriously gave some people superhero powers. Unfortunately, these Epics, as they are known, use their powers to control and dominate the ordinary people.

When David lost his father in a battle with one of the most powerful Epics, Steelheart, his whole focus in life turned to finding a way to bring Steelheart down. David has spent his entire life researching and studying the Epics to find their weaknesses to help him achieve his goal. He knows he cannot fight an Epic on his own so he has to find a way to find and join the Reckoners, the only people who seem willing to fight the Epics.