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Enoch the Traveler #1
Tempestas Viator
“And Enoch walked with God: and he was not; for God took him.” Genesis 5:29
Enoch, The great Enoch, born into a world as a stranger, taken out of time to the Caelestis Concilium where he learned all the secrets of creation: the parallel dimensions, parallel worlds, and multitude of universes which make up the multiverse along with all of the races and beings that exist within them. An immortal existence surrounded by the Angelus and a millennia of knowledge, all that ever was and all that ever could be, distanced him from the humanity he was born with and he traveled through creation without purpose or empathy. Ultimately, his loss of humanity and inability to empathize caused a disastrous string of events in various universes and forced the Angelus to put him on trial for his involvement and imprison him.
Tempestas Viator is the story of Enoch the Traveler, and of how he finds Violette, who changes the Caelestis Concilium’s ruling and leads him on a journey through the worlds and dimensions of the Multiverse to rediscover that which he has lost.
Enoch, The great Enoch, born into a world as a stranger, taken out of time to the Caelestis Concilium where he learned all the secrets of creation: the parallel dimensions, parallel worlds, and multitude of universes which make up the multiverse along with all of the races and beings that exist within them. An immortal existence surrounded by the Angelus and a millennia of knowledge, all that ever was and all that ever could be, distanced him from the humanity he was born with and he traveled through creation without purpose or empathy. Ultimately, his loss of humanity and inability to empathize caused a disastrous string of events in various universes and forced the Angelus to put him on trial for his involvement and imprison him.
Tempestas Viator is the story of Enoch the Traveler, and of how he finds Violette, who changes the Caelestis Concilium’s ruling and leads him on a journey through the worlds and dimensions of the Multiverse to rediscover that which he has lost.
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388 pages, Hardcover
First published January 9, 2014
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November 18, 2013
First off, I should ‘fess up.
I know Lady Soliloque from several Doctor Who conventions, most notably Con Kasterborous here in Huntsville, AL. She and I were both guest speakers at the first Kasterborous a couple of years back, and became social media friends afterward. You see, I write alternate universe books too; my critically-acclaimed Displaced Detective series, aka “Sherlock Holmes meets The X-Files,” is set in multiple universes.
So she knew that I’d be more than interested in the concept of a multiversal gadabout like her Enoch The Traveler. The only question would be whether or not she could pull it off in a fashion calculated to suit me. See, I’m a stickler for accuracy, even in fiction ― historic, theological, but especially scientific, accuracy. (Rocket scientists tend to be like that, I think. It’s who we are.)
Well, when I cracked open the ebook file of Tempestas Viator and started to read, I got sucked in as surely as if I’d crossed the event horizon of a black hole.
I ended up reading the ENTIRE BOOK (nearly 400 pdf pages) in what was essentially one sitting. The only thing that broke the session was the need to run a malware diagnostic on my laptop after we discovered a little buggum had jumped it. Even then I sat and fretted while the diagnostic ran; I wanted MORE. And I wanted it NOW.
In a nutshell, a brave, adventurous young woman named Violette arrives home after a performance (she’s a dancer), to find a badly injured man, restrained with futuristic handcuffs, passed out across her driveway. He’s being chased by these big, scary alien guys collectively called the Cherybir, who seem to be a kind of police force. It turns out this man is Enoch. Yes, the Bible’s Enoch. And he’s a traveler of the multiverse. He needs help getting away. And before you can say interdimensional membrane vibratory state, Violette joins him.
The only problem is that, in the several millennia he’s been exploring Creation, Enoch has made numerous friends…and not a few enemies. Enemies of the sort who consider that “my enemy’s friend is my enemy.” Enemies who…may be entirely justified in being enemies. So it isn’t just Enoch who’s a target; Violette, by her very proximity, comes in for her share of enmity. But Vi isn’t the fatalistic type; in many ways she is as strong as, and may be stronger than, Enoch. She’s not about to roll over and die, no matter what the alien bad guys would like, and she’s not going to take the easy way out just because it IS easy. In the end this proves to be the salvation of both Enoch and herself, but not until they’ve had to flee from continuum to continuum, planet to planet. Making new friends…and new enemies…in the process. I was prepared to stay up as late as it took to find out what happened and how it resolved. And I was not merely satisfied with the end…I was happy. And I was eager for more.
Tempestas Viator is the first book in the Enoch The Traveler series, and I’m exceedingly glad. I want to read more about the adventures he and Violette have. I want to see if their relationship develops, and more: I want to see if this unlikely hero can redeem himself ― to himself, and others.
I know Lady Soliloque from several Doctor Who conventions, most notably Con Kasterborous here in Huntsville, AL. She and I were both guest speakers at the first Kasterborous a couple of years back, and became social media friends afterward. You see, I write alternate universe books too; my critically-acclaimed Displaced Detective series, aka “Sherlock Holmes meets The X-Files,” is set in multiple universes.
So she knew that I’d be more than interested in the concept of a multiversal gadabout like her Enoch The Traveler. The only question would be whether or not she could pull it off in a fashion calculated to suit me. See, I’m a stickler for accuracy, even in fiction ― historic, theological, but especially scientific, accuracy. (Rocket scientists tend to be like that, I think. It’s who we are.)
Well, when I cracked open the ebook file of Tempestas Viator and started to read, I got sucked in as surely as if I’d crossed the event horizon of a black hole.
I ended up reading the ENTIRE BOOK (nearly 400 pdf pages) in what was essentially one sitting. The only thing that broke the session was the need to run a malware diagnostic on my laptop after we discovered a little buggum had jumped it. Even then I sat and fretted while the diagnostic ran; I wanted MORE. And I wanted it NOW.
In a nutshell, a brave, adventurous young woman named Violette arrives home after a performance (she’s a dancer), to find a badly injured man, restrained with futuristic handcuffs, passed out across her driveway. He’s being chased by these big, scary alien guys collectively called the Cherybir, who seem to be a kind of police force. It turns out this man is Enoch. Yes, the Bible’s Enoch. And he’s a traveler of the multiverse. He needs help getting away. And before you can say interdimensional membrane vibratory state, Violette joins him.
The only problem is that, in the several millennia he’s been exploring Creation, Enoch has made numerous friends…and not a few enemies. Enemies of the sort who consider that “my enemy’s friend is my enemy.” Enemies who…may be entirely justified in being enemies. So it isn’t just Enoch who’s a target; Violette, by her very proximity, comes in for her share of enmity. But Vi isn’t the fatalistic type; in many ways she is as strong as, and may be stronger than, Enoch. She’s not about to roll over and die, no matter what the alien bad guys would like, and she’s not going to take the easy way out just because it IS easy. In the end this proves to be the salvation of both Enoch and herself, but not until they’ve had to flee from continuum to continuum, planet to planet. Making new friends…and new enemies…in the process. I was prepared to stay up as late as it took to find out what happened and how it resolved. And I was not merely satisfied with the end…I was happy. And I was eager for more.
Tempestas Viator is the first book in the Enoch The Traveler series, and I’m exceedingly glad. I want to read more about the adventures he and Violette have. I want to see if their relationship develops, and more: I want to see if this unlikely hero can redeem himself ― to himself, and others.
January 11, 2014
Tempestas Viator is a wonderful ride through worlds where science and religion coexist peacefully. We see Enoch (yes, that Enoch) dropped into situations where his lack of compassion/humanity outweigh all the knowledge he possesses. His companion, a Southern woman named Violette, uses determination, common sense, and empathy to help bring him back to himself and get them out of some incredible situations. Buckle up, because it's going to be quite a ride!
When you are top of the Multiverse Most Wanted list, you need every advantage you can get. Who would have thought a petite ballet dancer would prove to be the most important tool in the arsenal? A woman who doesn't wait for rescue, sees the simple solution in a complex scenario, can use basic supplies to win a battle.....Yeah, I want her in my corner!
Then enter the Ordinas Scriba: historians, tinkerers, and meddlers. Are they white, black, or grey hats? They know an awful lot, but what are their motives?
Lady Soliloque has delivered a wonderful story for young adult - grown ups. Plenty to entertain the action fan, mysterious enough for Sherlock, science that stands up to examination, and a plot that keeps you guessing to the end.
When you are top of the Multiverse Most Wanted list, you need every advantage you can get. Who would have thought a petite ballet dancer would prove to be the most important tool in the arsenal? A woman who doesn't wait for rescue, sees the simple solution in a complex scenario, can use basic supplies to win a battle.....Yeah, I want her in my corner!
Then enter the Ordinas Scriba: historians, tinkerers, and meddlers. Are they white, black, or grey hats? They know an awful lot, but what are their motives?
Lady Soliloque has delivered a wonderful story for young adult - grown ups. Plenty to entertain the action fan, mysterious enough for Sherlock, science that stands up to examination, and a plot that keeps you guessing to the end.
November 19, 2013
"The Multiverse is as a storm, and Enoch travels through it."
What do an historical figure who has never died, connected (in ways you will hardly believe!) to a very human, impulsive and resourceful young woman who did him a good turn (and found some unexpected strings attached), have to do with potentially endless adventures in a multiverse unknown to most of Earth's inhabitants? To find out you need to meet Enoch (yes, THAT Enoch) and Violette in Tempestas Viator, the first of what (I sincerely hope!) will be a series of novels by the Lady Soliloque (akf: Immortalis Venatio, Tempus Temporis).
You won't have time to catch your breath, so be prepared to read through the night with this non-stop tale; so full of surprises and genuine originality (including devices, and I DON'T mean those of the plot!) that you will not be able to put it down. Familiar with Lady Soliloque's earlier work? You'll meet some old friends on this journey, and in the midst of the action, find some heady concepts to digest and truly thought-provoking questions, sure to make you hungry for more. I know I am.
What do an historical figure who has never died, connected (in ways you will hardly believe!) to a very human, impulsive and resourceful young woman who did him a good turn (and found some unexpected strings attached), have to do with potentially endless adventures in a multiverse unknown to most of Earth's inhabitants? To find out you need to meet Enoch (yes, THAT Enoch) and Violette in Tempestas Viator, the first of what (I sincerely hope!) will be a series of novels by the Lady Soliloque (akf: Immortalis Venatio, Tempus Temporis).
You won't have time to catch your breath, so be prepared to read through the night with this non-stop tale; so full of surprises and genuine originality (including devices, and I DON'T mean those of the plot!) that you will not be able to put it down. Familiar with Lady Soliloque's earlier work? You'll meet some old friends on this journey, and in the midst of the action, find some heady concepts to digest and truly thought-provoking questions, sure to make you hungry for more. I know I am.
September 26, 2016
The story wasn't too bad, if a little t0o "Dr. Who" meets "Christian Dogma" to be original. The audiobook, however, suffered from the production. The narrator, presumably in an effort to offset the narration from the character dialog, got buried in reverb such that he was difficult to hear and the sound effects drowned him out unless wearing earbuds with the volume turned up a bit. The volume being turned up was unfortunate because the character dialog was clear with no sound effects but the volume was louder than the narrator's so when the dialog came in the over all effect was that it was too loud. The girl who played Violette was a bit too bombastic, particularly in the beginning of the story, and consequently her acting came off contrived and like she didn't know how to differentiate between "assertive" and "bitch."
Perhaps the book would make the story more enjoyable. It wasn't terrible, but it wasn't great either.
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Perhaps the book would make the story more enjoyable. It wasn't terrible, but it wasn't great either.
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I'm listening to a casted dramatic recording of this, but it's not listed on Goodreads, although it is listed at Audible here: http://www.audible.com/pd/Sci-Fi-Fant...
February 14, 2014
Books like Tempestas Viator are the reason that I read. Lady Soliloque takes you on a fantastic journey through the multiverse. The story is unique, very interesting from the get go and really pulled me in. The writing is brilliant; you can really tell that the writer did her research.
If you need a break from the drama of life, this book is for you. I hate to give 5 wine glasses out again, I do, really I do. But I was immediately taken with Enoch and I would read any sequels. Without saying too much, I will say that the very end right before the epilogue actually gave me chills, making me very excited for the future to come, as I travel alongside Enoch.
My reviews consist of more than a review of the book. I also like to take a look into the Author as well. Especially if I am going to give 5 wine glasses, I want the reader to know that they are getting the full package. Lady S is intriguing, very smart and understands the business end of being an author and was truly born to be a writer.
She is in a word—amazing.
Review by Keira Kroft
Red Wine Book Reviews
If you need a break from the drama of life, this book is for you. I hate to give 5 wine glasses out again, I do, really I do. But I was immediately taken with Enoch and I would read any sequels. Without saying too much, I will say that the very end right before the epilogue actually gave me chills, making me very excited for the future to come, as I travel alongside Enoch.
My reviews consist of more than a review of the book. I also like to take a look into the Author as well. Especially if I am going to give 5 wine glasses, I want the reader to know that they are getting the full package. Lady S is intriguing, very smart and understands the business end of being an author and was truly born to be a writer.
She is in a word—amazing.
Review by Keira Kroft
Red Wine Book Reviews
March 13, 2017
Travelling to Multi-Dimensions? Who wouldn't want to tag along! I will sign up to be the Doctor's assistant any day, and so did Violette. However, despite the balance she had with Enoch's lack of empathy, her 'strong-headed' tendencies caused a lot more trouble than necessary. But, that's my only issue, the series is worth reading the second book at least. See where they can go from this thrilling and unique adventure.
Besides, the audio dramatization was easier to get by with the narrator's lovely voice. I believe I liked the book even more because of it.
Besides, the audio dramatization was easier to get by with the narrator's lovely voice. I believe I liked the book even more because of it.
July 22, 2014
LOVED this book!!!
LOVED this book!!!
Once I started reading I couldn't put it down. I have already download more books my Lady Soliloque, and can see she will become a favoured author. Looking forward to the second book in the trilogy...
LOVED this book!!!
Once I started reading I couldn't put it down. I have already download more books my Lady Soliloque, and can see she will become a favoured author. Looking forward to the second book in the trilogy...
December 11, 2013
I have been lucky enough to get my hands on an early copy of Lady Soliloque’s ‘Enoch the Traveler Tempastas Viator’ which is to be released in January 2014. If you loved Cassandra Clare’s ‘The Mortal Instruments’ then this is going to blow your mind. ‘Enoch the Traveler Tempastas’ takes theology and science fiction to the very edge and then over into a new dimension.
The story starts simply enough. The heroine Violette driving about in the fog concerned about her perpetually evasive sister. Any fans of paranormal fiction know that can’t be good. Fog is always bad. We’re soon rewarded with a body in the fog, narrowly missed by our heroine. I told you fog was bad. Nothing good is ever in it. Now of course Violette isn’t our typical simpering victim. She’s actually kind of bad ass. This girl doesn’t have slinky cat for a pet she’s got a whopping great big mastiff. So when faced with a body in the fog she doesn’t shriek, she doesn’t rush out ready to apply medical aid, she comes out with gun in hand. And with that, this tiny dancer blows your expectations away and continues to do so.
Now of course our body in the fog is not ‘I Know What you Did Last Summer’ hooked hand serial killer, he’s our hero, Enoch. His sudden appearance is a mystery, his clothes look like a puzzle and this represents the enigmatic nature that he embodies. From the moment we encounter Enoch with his intricate pattern of blood and bruises he’s a riddle we want to solve. He shouldn’t be lying about in the fog, he shouldn’t be in Violette’s driveway and from his archaic way of speaking he certainly shouldn’t be here in modern times. So why is he? And more importantly, how does he know Violette’s crazy sister?
Now as the Whovians say ‘spoilers sweetie’, so I’m not going to reveal any such mysteries for you but rest assured you’ll be thrilled, entertained and satisfied with the answers. For the curious you can find out more on Facebook right now https://www.facebook.com/enochthetrav... or wait until November and look at www.enochthetraveler.com when the website will go live.
The story starts simply enough. The heroine Violette driving about in the fog concerned about her perpetually evasive sister. Any fans of paranormal fiction know that can’t be good. Fog is always bad. We’re soon rewarded with a body in the fog, narrowly missed by our heroine. I told you fog was bad. Nothing good is ever in it. Now of course Violette isn’t our typical simpering victim. She’s actually kind of bad ass. This girl doesn’t have slinky cat for a pet she’s got a whopping great big mastiff. So when faced with a body in the fog she doesn’t shriek, she doesn’t rush out ready to apply medical aid, she comes out with gun in hand. And with that, this tiny dancer blows your expectations away and continues to do so.
Now of course our body in the fog is not ‘I Know What you Did Last Summer’ hooked hand serial killer, he’s our hero, Enoch. His sudden appearance is a mystery, his clothes look like a puzzle and this represents the enigmatic nature that he embodies. From the moment we encounter Enoch with his intricate pattern of blood and bruises he’s a riddle we want to solve. He shouldn’t be lying about in the fog, he shouldn’t be in Violette’s driveway and from his archaic way of speaking he certainly shouldn’t be here in modern times. So why is he? And more importantly, how does he know Violette’s crazy sister?
Now as the Whovians say ‘spoilers sweetie’, so I’m not going to reveal any such mysteries for you but rest assured you’ll be thrilled, entertained and satisfied with the answers. For the curious you can find out more on Facebook right now https://www.facebook.com/enochthetrav... or wait until November and look at www.enochthetraveler.com when the website will go live.
December 4, 2014
As a religious person, I've always loved how God and science can co-exist. Lady Soliloque, who also kindly bought egg rolls for the entire panel I attended at Con Kasterborous that was hosted by her (and where I was introduced to this book), makes it work. Super awesome, entertaining, and also thought provoking.
January 19, 2014
It's been a while since I've been quite so compelled to keep reading something. While most of me was aware that I had other stuff that I needed to do, there was that one part that kept saying "just one more chapter". Fortunately, the chapters are relatively short :-)
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