Thing BETWEEN TWO WORLDS: In the Aftermath of First Contact

by Kendall Williams

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Thing BETWEEN TWO WORLDS: In the Aftermath of FIRST CONTACT - continues the story of how humanity reacts to a first encounter with an alien intelligence far beyond our own.

Having traveled back in time twice before and still grasping at the threads of human destiny, Jason finds himself with Arkan back aboard the Ark as it orbits Mars. Grappling with the very essence of existence itself, Jason must leave behind the shackles of his earthly bonds, but asking why...he wonders, is he even human anymore?

Among the awe-inspiring landscapes of Mars, Jason embarks on a journey to discover who he was before and who he might become. In the mysterious Domes, he encounters the origins of human destiny woven into the very fabric of time itself. He must follow where destiny leads, but is he ready? Can he chart a course towards the light? Or is humanity forever tethered to a dark past that is irreversibly altered?

322 pages, ebook

Published October 30, 2023

About the author

About the author

Kendall Williams writes character-driven, speculative fiction that fuses dialogue and narrative with high adventure and deep philosophical inquiry from a quantum perspective, offering cosmic mystery and multi-dimensional intrigue within a science fiction framework. His books are not just stories; they are experiences that pull readers into the inescapable realities of the human condition faced with a first alien encounter, prompting us to question our humanity, human destiny, and time itself.

Reviews

[Theodore Hoyle · Rating 5 out of 5]

I don’t even know where to start—THING Between Two Worlds completely messed with my head in the best possible way. I’m a huge sci-fi fan, and I’ve read plenty of stories about first contact, but this book? It’s on another level.

Kendall Williams doesn’t just tell a story; he builds an entire reality that pulls you in and makes you question everything. The way he blends philosophy, time travel, artificial intelligence, and deep human struggles is nothing short of genius. I felt like I was floating between dimensions right alongside Jason Hall, caught between the human and Arkinian universes. And let me tell you—the stakes feel so real. It’s not just about aliens arriving; it’s about what that means for humanity, for destiny, for free will.

The writing? Absolutely immersive. Every page made me feel like I was being sucked further into this cosmic mystery. The themes of time, existence, and human destiny will stay with me forever. If you love books that challenge your mind while keeping you on the edge of your seat, you need to read this.

[Lucas Matt · Rating 5 out of 5]

The story takes you on a mind-bending journey through different dimensions like space, time, and states of being. All these are put together in an entertaining way.

There is a connection between humanity and AI in the story & it is especially inspiring, which makes you wonder about the future. I can’t wait for book three to come out! This series is a wild ride.

[Stephen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Existence

I really should read the first book in this series because now I have read this one twice. I had completely forgotten that I read it and was pleasantly surprised at how good it was. The story is so well written and just draws you in. Jason is such a complex character for someone who is dead in this story.

[Marilyn Gerth · Rating 5 out of 5]

Odd?

I find this book very intriging. It makes one think deep. Can't say that I totally understand it, but I get main gist of it.

[Deanna]

This one just wasn’t for me.