Book Review: The Thirteenth World (The Corridor #2) by A.N. Willis

The Thirteenth World  

(The Corridor #2) 

by 

A.N. Willis 

Pub September 29th 2015 

by Alloy Entertainment 

ARC for Review 

Summary 
Time is running out for Stel Alaster. The Corridor, the only portal between First and Second Earth, is failing and the barriers between all twelve worlds are thinning. Using her unique ability to travel through the multiverse, Stel sets out to save the Corridor . . . and ends up discovering a mysterious new world.

In the sequel to The Corridor, will the thirteenth world hold the key to the Corridor’s secrets? Or will the portal implode and take every last universe down with it?

Who Said Anything About Another Universe 

The Thirteenth World is the sequel to The Corridor. Although the first installment was a fun read my expectations for this one were high…I thought the last had a few holes and things that weren’t explained in layman’s terms for me were a little confusing or hard to grasp. The author did a great job in filling those holes and making everything flow nicely. I loved the concept of parallel universes and this idea really flourished under Willis’ careful planning. The cliffhanger from the first was pretty shocking and brutal but it was corrected in a plausible way. Everyone involved was involved again but this time actions were rectified and everything was believable and explained well enough. Through and through if this is the end of the series I can honestly say I will miss this world and these characters. If Mrs. Willis decides to give us more from Estele and her motley crew I would lap up the story like a thirsty puppy! Is this my favorite ever? No. It is however something I recommend for those looking for a quick and enjoyable sci-fi read.

The Story,  Gah! I despise giving away plot points so forgive me if I’m vague. Estele is now in the hands of the enemy and she knows she has to do something to save the multi-verse. Through this knowledge and the help of those that believe along the same lines as she. Estele will embark on an adventure through multiple universes searching for clues that will help her set the corridor right. Along the way feeling incredibly lonely she will find where her true home is and who she wants to spend the future with. There are plenty of surprises some endearing and some horrifying but through it all and overcoming all the odds Estele finds herself. Even though the cost means everything for her, Estele’s steadfast commitment to those she loves will push her to do what is right.

The Characters, Estele is just as wonderful as before but we see a definite growth. She learns what her heart truly wants without it being selfish if anything her actions are more selfless than before. Those around her that made several mistakes atone for their misbehavior. The reader was able to see changes in key players that added to the depth of this story. Our main guy was just as wonderful if not more than before. It was his love and unwavering trust in Estele that gave her the confidence to pursue the right albeit extremely dangerous path. I was beyond ecstatic to know all the characters had made proper amends for their misdeeds.

The End, although it was sad it was necessary. I really appreciated the authors commitment to the story line and to see it through. I like that most of the readers questions are answered but a lot was left pretty open. I’m pretty big when it comes to books that have nice little bows tying everything up so I don’t really care for endings that are like “go ahead give it your own spin” but all and all I’d say this was a job well done. Could I see another book in the future…Yes absolutely. Would I be okay if this is the last…sure why not. I can say with the utmost sincerity that I enjoyed this read and feel that those who are sci-fi fans would too.

My Rating
4.0 Darnit the corridor is acting up and everyone in multiple universes may surely die. I think I love you but this whole relationship thing sure is going to be hard…Hey look there, I’m going to college. A love from 2 planets is way more powerful than a love from 1 planet filled stars.

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A.N. Willis spent way too many late nights in high school watching sci-fi shows, resulting in a possibly unhealthy obsession with yellow-eyed androids, renegade FBI agents, and wormholes to distant galaxies. She feels at home anywhere she can see the mountains. 

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Book Review: The Corridor (The Corridor #1) by A.N. Willis

The Corridor 

(The Corridor #1) 

by 

A.N. Willis 

Pub June 23rd 2015 

by Alloy Entertainment 

ARC for Review 

Summary
Infinite worlds. Endless possibilities . . .

Stel Alaster has never known life without the Corridor. It appeared suddenly seventeen years ago, the only portal to a parallel version of our world—Second Earth. Everyone on First Earth fears Mods, the genetically modified Second Earthers who built the Corridor. They are too smart, too strong, and have powers that can’t be controlled. Any Mod found on First Earth is branded, then detained in the Corridor’s research labs.

Only Stel has a dangerous secret. She has a power, too: She can open a portal to Second Earth . . . and several other parallel universes she’s discovered. If anyone ever finds out, she’ll be imprisoned, no better than a Mod or common lab rat.

But when the Corridor starts to fail, emitting erratic bursts of energy that could destroy First Earth, Stel must risk everything to save the people and world she loves. With the help of an escaped Mod and an infuriatingly arrogant boy from a third universe, Stel sets out to unravel the mysteries of the Corridor and stabilize it before it’s too late. The fate of every world lies in the balance. . . .

I Agree Libra is the BEST

I don’t know what it is but I’ve been reading some serious amount of sci-fi here lately and its pretty weird. Not the books just the fact that I’ve been drawn to the genre…Hm, that’s a new thing. Any who this was a great read for me! I was first drawn to that cover GAW-JESS! Right? Then the synopsis? Well I knew right away I wanted to read this. I can honestly say I am delightfully pleased with everything about this book, except the date? It takes place in 2032 and it references back to 1990’s in different universes so it was hard for me to grasp that concept because I was around in the 90’s and I’ll probably be around in 2032. Totes Magotes Weird. Don't get me wrong because I will be following this series closely. Wonderful world building but because of the time frame and what I know of it. My imagination felt restricted…does that make sense? Like steampunk…totally cool cause even though I know it’s all fake and none of that really happened, I wasn’t alive during that time so…ya know? But the 90’s through 2032? Other than that! I loved  everything else, Ria went through the whole gambit of emotions with this one.  

The Story, the world building was wonderful there are a multitude of dimensions. Traveling between worlds is every worlds dream. Cue the Corridor throw in some super genius scientists and what can go wrong? Ka-boom you guessed it! The people of first earth are the main focus the story is centered around their world. The people of second earth have all but been shattered. Something is amiss between these two worlds their are Mods that have come over but the reason is a pretty big secret. There are 2 other worlds that are visited but we know of thirteen. Through traveling between worlds and discovering who she really is Stel has the weight of the multiverse on her shoulders. There are a lot of shocking discoveries nice twists and turns and the tried and true knife in the back!! Yowza! My heart seriously broke at the end…Nice little cliff hanger but nothing like is she isn’t she? I can’t wait for the next to come out!

The Characters, our main girl was wonderful! She is lost but something about the essence of her was engaging and she made me cheer her on! One of her most wonderful traits was the devotion to her family. Stel loves openly and with an unwavering loyalty. There is some turmoil between her and her friends because ever since discovering her power she doesn’t know who she is anymore. Wahoo!! I picked the right guy!! I’m beyond excited! The infuriating guy yep thats my guy and I’m beyond excited. These two clashed bonded and collided and I ate it up like I would an ice-cream sundae. There are several side characters that added wonderful depth to this story. I can’t wait to see how these characters develop.

The End, Wow I mentioned a knife earlier…I can’t really go into it but through and through my heart went out to everyone involved in the last scene. I can’t wait to see what happens from here on out. I will say one thing and I hope its not too spoilery but something is resolved in an epic showdown that will have you on the edge of your seat. I seriously gasped a few times. Aside from my own imaginary mental blocks and a few things that I wished had been explained more this was a wonderful read. Anyone into Sci-Fi should absolutely give it a go, even those that aren't into it so much should give it a whirl like I did!

My Rating

4.0 January, Explosion, Barrens, Trip, Resignation, Betrayal, Show, Late Night, Barcode, Libra, Observatory, Friends, Bear, Sagittarius, Leo, Pulse, Helix, Sister, Father, Thirteen, Hallway, Confession, Best Friend, Portal, Hospital what the what filled stars!!

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A.N. Willis spent way too many late nights in high school watching sci-fi shows, resulting in a possibly unhealthy obsession with yellow-eyed androids, renegade FBI agents, and wormholes to distant galaxies. She feels at home anywhere she can see the mountains. 

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