Review–Time Slice

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Book Description

 

Ordinary People. Extraordinary Adventures. Science Fiction with Heart.

Newly retired workaholic Roy Washburn is not ready for a life of leisure. On a trip to the mall with his wife, he finds a small metal cylinder with odd markings. One nudge of the cylinder's triangle-shaped pointer and Roy finds himself embarking on an exciting new adventure in the Time Stream.

There he meets The Traveler, a tall, gangly being who shows Roy how to use the cylinder to visit other civilizations that co-exist on "his" Earth, each occupying a different, thin Time Slice. The Traveler solicits Roy's help in recovering an object invented by his murdered father and beyond his own reach. Roy is his last hope.

At first it seems that the Traveler's wish might be easily granted. But after Roy's wife Emily becomes ill and his daughter's long-held resentments rise to the surface, he can no longer "travel" at a moment's notice. He also discovers the very real physical and mental risks involved in roaming the Time Stream.

Despite the dangers, Roy is determined to help the Traveler. But he can't do it alone. Fortunately he has a loving wife and a core group of loyal friends. But first he must convince them--and his daughter--that he isn't crazy ...

 

Book Review

 

This was a fun read that I had difficulty putting down.  In a way, it sort of reminded me of Doctor Who meets Sliders which I have always loved both of those series.

Roy is a very likeable character from the start.  His personality is well developed and the dialog is fresh and witty.  My favorite character though would definitely have to be The Traveler.  He brought a great dimension to the story.

This book could easily be developed into a series.  If the author does decide to develop it into a series, I hope that he develops the side characters (Roy’s wife, daughter, friends, etc.) a little more.  I don’t think that any of them were developed enough.  But then again, they were only side characters to this story.

Even though this book is labeled for young adults, I can easily see adults getting hooked on this book as well.

Author Information

 

Kerry Downing set out to become a meteorologist, but was hooked by the world of computers instead, becoming a systems analyst and programmer. Astronomy and science fiction are his passions. He’s been gazing at the stars at all hours of the night since the age of 10, when he received his first telescope. As for science fiction, Arthur C. Clarke and his brand of “it really seems as if it could happen” has always been his favorite. In the 90s, Kerry found the third love of his life: his wife, Lucy. They live in St. Louis, Missouri, with their five children. Time Slice is Kerry’s second science-fiction novel. His self-published, debut work is The Collective.

Kerry Downing web site:
http://www.kerrydowning.com

Kerry Downing blog:
http://kgdwrites.blogspot.com

Kerry Downing Twitter:
https://www.twitter.com/KGDWrites

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Time Slice blog tour site:
http://timesliceblogtour.blogspot.com

 




Time Slice (9781603818520): Kerry Downing: Books

ISBN: 1603818529
ISBN-13: 9781603818520


In conjunction with the Wakela’s World Disclosure Statement, I received a product in order to enable my review. No other compensation has been received. My statements are an honest account of my experience with the brand. The opinions stated here are mine alone.

Comments

Nicole Langan said…
Norma - Doctor Who meets Sliders - love it! I'm glad we can add you as another member of The Traveler's fan club, as well. Thanks for taking the time to read and review Kerry's book.
Kerry said…
Hi :-)

Thanks for reading/reviewing Time Slice, and welcome to The Traveler's fan club. Hurray for Rah! (Or should that be HurRah!)

Kerry
Yasmine said…
Hi There! I love your review. This book seems exciting to read. I hope I could see it now in the bookstore, but it's more than a thank you if I could find it in the net.
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YnnaRada said…
This is a very interesting book to read. I love reading Adventures and Science Fiction, that is why i'm so excited to grab one of this. Thanks for the review.

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