Review of Worldlines

[shreya_davessar]

[Following is a volunteer review of "Worldlines" by Adam Guest.]

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4 out of 4 stars

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'Worldlines’ is a science fiction by Adam Guest, based on the ‘Many Worldlines’ concept. It revolves around an incident where a crime is committed by the protagonist Gary Jackson ‘Gaz’ in his dream in one worldline, but the other worldline Gary has to bear the consequences of a crime that he has no memory of committing. The concept of the book is introduced to the readers very early on in the chapters but the reality of it washes over the characters as well as the readers when a dementia patient reiterates the dream and the crime. From there on it is a thrilling race to prove the seemingly impossible in order to spare the innocent.

Guest weaves through the various worldlines with ease and the transition is smooth. Not only does the author develop the characters really well but has also made sure to develop their traits according to the events of the respective worldlines. The story has a consistent pace and with the narrative being in first person, it gives the readers ample insight into Gary’s thought process and feelings leading to his dream that forms the basis of the story.

I did not necessarily like the repetition of dialog at certain instances, but understand that it is important for the development of plot and to get a perspective of diverse possibilities stemming from different actions and reactions. Another thing that bugs me is how Gaz and even Sinead make the connections almost instantly to something that has ever been just a theory and believe it all too easily. Some room for wonderment and doubt would have been good.

The book seems to be professionally edited as there are very few mistakes and none affecting the storyline. This book is practically a feast for all science enthusiasts. On account of the amazing concept, the intricate manner in which the various worldlines have been woven into the plot and the smooth transitions into the different worldlines, I give this book a rating of 4 out of 4.

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Worldlines
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[Miriam nkere]

What an interesting review, I can't imagine suffering for what I know nothing about, that is caused by another me in another worldline. The book is really fascinating and it's intriguing. Great book