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The Upperworld Series #1
The Sorting Room
Who decides where we are born and who we love?
Luna is an immortal entity in the Upperworld learning how to assign human souls to the body and life they’re intended for. Onyx is her mentor and guide there, teaching her everything she needs to know about assigning souls and dispatching them to Earth.
Everything goes well until Luna’s friend makes a major mistake and Luna is sent to earth after covering for her. In her absence, an unbelievable secret is revealed that changes everything she thought she knew about how the world works.
Will Luna survive long enough on Earth to fix things? Or will she succumb to the pressures and pitfalls of living life as a human girl before the entire system unravels?
Luna is an immortal entity in the Upperworld learning how to assign human souls to the body and life they’re intended for. Onyx is her mentor and guide there, teaching her everything she needs to know about assigning souls and dispatching them to Earth.
Everything goes well until Luna’s friend makes a major mistake and Luna is sent to earth after covering for her. In her absence, an unbelievable secret is revealed that changes everything she thought she knew about how the world works.
Will Luna survive long enough on Earth to fix things? Or will she succumb to the pressures and pitfalls of living life as a human girl before the entire system unravels?
248 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 31, 2017
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About the author
Angelina Singer
7 books28 followersAngelina Singer is a YA author with a romantic comedy, "Just Like a Pill", books 1-3 of a dystopian science fiction trilogy "The Upperworld Series", and time travel coming of age books "The Rewind Duology" available for purchase on Amazon now. In addition to her writing career, Singer graduated Magna Cum Laude from Stonehill College in 2019, where she studied English, Music, and of course, Creative Writing.
In her spare time she enjoys crocheting (with a portfolio of work available for purchase on Instagram @asinger320), as well as teaching younger music students at a local music store, where she has been studying guitar for over a decade. She views her writing as a way to simultaneously escape from and embrace reality. Follow her on Facebook @AngelinaSingerAuthor and Instagram @angelinasingerauthor for exciting updates, exclusive content, and giveaways.
In her spare time she enjoys crocheting (with a portfolio of work available for purchase on Instagram @asinger320), as well as teaching younger music students at a local music store, where she has been studying guitar for over a decade. She views her writing as a way to simultaneously escape from and embrace reality. Follow her on Facebook @AngelinaSingerAuthor and Instagram @angelinasingerauthor for exciting updates, exclusive content, and giveaways.
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April 23, 2020
With the reading of "The Sorting Room's" first chapter, I fell in love with this wonderful science fiction!
Have you ever questioned your existence? If you ask me, I have- but that's all different as we each believe in different theories. And yes, science fiction rules out most of our conventional beliefs.
The first page of this book opens up to the delivery of Luna, through a chamber that fully grows into young life within seconds and she is taken care by her mentor Onyx, who is used to taking care of these young lives to work in the Upper world. She is now selected as a sorter- the one who chooses our life carefully to be sent to earth to grow gradually to be a human in the usual process. That means our souls were in the upper world, being decided on centuries before and sent to earth to our beloved ones, once our time comes. Similar to the upper world, there is the underworld- where souls are somewhat crushed for the wrong-doings they had committed.
Luna is very new to all these and doesn't have a clue of what to do, but is supposed to keep going as per the rules here and needs to act fast as the orders come in. She meets a friend and helps her get a stand on this upper world too. But of course, the story has got to have some twists😉 so almost all the hardships and their hits fall on Luna. And I must say, I started to become so personally connected to the plot and got emotional at some point. But I don't know for sure if its fate that strings together Onyx and Luna; making space for some hope, something that can always brighten us and our lives up.
So are you guys intrigued to know what will happen to Luna? Then dive into this book ASAP.
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Have you ever questioned your existence? If you ask me, I have- but that's all different as we each believe in different theories. And yes, science fiction rules out most of our conventional beliefs.
The first page of this book opens up to the delivery of Luna, through a chamber that fully grows into young life within seconds and she is taken care by her mentor Onyx, who is used to taking care of these young lives to work in the Upper world. She is now selected as a sorter- the one who chooses our life carefully to be sent to earth to grow gradually to be a human in the usual process. That means our souls were in the upper world, being decided on centuries before and sent to earth to our beloved ones, once our time comes. Similar to the upper world, there is the underworld- where souls are somewhat crushed for the wrong-doings they had committed.
Luna is very new to all these and doesn't have a clue of what to do, but is supposed to keep going as per the rules here and needs to act fast as the orders come in. She meets a friend and helps her get a stand on this upper world too. But of course, the story has got to have some twists😉 so almost all the hardships and their hits fall on Luna. And I must say, I started to become so personally connected to the plot and got emotional at some point. But I don't know for sure if its fate that strings together Onyx and Luna; making space for some hope, something that can always brighten us and our lives up.
So are you guys intrigued to know what will happen to Luna? Then dive into this book ASAP.
https://www.instagram.com/p/Brq_KORhN1r/
A big thanks to Angelina Singer for allowing us to read and review your book!!
For more reviews from BookHuntWithUs, check out our Instagram page!!
https://www.instagram.com/p/BuS3Uxtn-Lx/
February 2, 2018
Thanks to the author for providing me with a copy in exchange for an honest review.
This is one of the most unique stories I've ever read, and I mean this as complement. The Sorting Room makes you think, and wonder. The characters were great. I really enjoyed it but the editing was a bit rough. I kept stumbling over parts and having to re-read them to figure out what it was supposed to say. I believe with a editor this book could be polished up to a solid 4-4.5 star book.
This is one of the most unique stories I've ever read, and I mean this as complement. The Sorting Room makes you think, and wonder. The characters were great. I really enjoyed it but the editing was a bit rough. I kept stumbling over parts and having to re-read them to figure out what it was supposed to say. I believe with a editor this book could be polished up to a solid 4-4.5 star book.
August 18, 2021
Interesting premise
Singer really tried with this debut novel. It was short and had a really interesting premise. But the character development was lacking and at times 3 characters were speaking in the same paragraph making it hard to understand.
But overall you find yourself rooting for Luna and Onyx. I wish there was more. It seemed incomplete.
Singer really tried with this debut novel. It was short and had a really interesting premise. But the character development was lacking and at times 3 characters were speaking in the same paragraph making it hard to understand.
But overall you find yourself rooting for Luna and Onyx. I wish there was more. It seemed incomplete.
December 26, 2017
Ok
Had a really hard time reading this book. The idea of the story is good it just isn’t presented in a way that I could get into the story. Would love to know the rest of the story just hope that when it’s written it’s presented better.
Had a really hard time reading this book. The idea of the story is good it just isn’t presented in a way that I could get into the story. Would love to know the rest of the story just hope that when it’s written it’s presented better.
December 29, 2020
This book was a light and cute read in terms of how fast you can breeze through it. It isn’t hard to read through, and it provides an entertaining sci-fi romance into your hands.
Knowing the author, I can safely say that this work doesn’t really represent her writing at the moment. It was interesting to dive into this book and see how much Singer has progressed, however.
There were a few inconsistencies in terms of plot. I noticed more telling than showing. The point of view was third person omniscient, which can be a hard thing to do, so there was a bit of head-hopping. Half-way through the book there was a shift in the writing, so I saw in real time her progress, which was a cool thing when you’re reading as a writer.
The creativity behind this concept was what blew me away. The idea that there is another realm that controls every birth on Earth is fascinating. The little intricate details of that realm was my favorite part of the book. The sorting room, the way the sorters are developed, how the main character was made to be a sorter despite a fact about her from the past, and just everything there was amazing. I would’ve liked more description of that place, honestly, because it was definitely the highlight for me.
It was an entertaining book for sure, and I can’t wait to see how the story and the writing continue to progress in the other two books that follow.
Knowing the author, I can safely say that this work doesn’t really represent her writing at the moment. It was interesting to dive into this book and see how much Singer has progressed, however.
There were a few inconsistencies in terms of plot. I noticed more telling than showing. The point of view was third person omniscient, which can be a hard thing to do, so there was a bit of head-hopping. Half-way through the book there was a shift in the writing, so I saw in real time her progress, which was a cool thing when you’re reading as a writer.
The creativity behind this concept was what blew me away. The idea that there is another realm that controls every birth on Earth is fascinating. The little intricate details of that realm was my favorite part of the book. The sorting room, the way the sorters are developed, how the main character was made to be a sorter despite a fact about her from the past, and just everything there was amazing. I would’ve liked more description of that place, honestly, because it was definitely the highlight for me.
It was an entertaining book for sure, and I can’t wait to see how the story and the writing continue to progress in the other two books that follow.
January 31, 2018
A nice mix of imagination and adventure
Luna is what the author calls an immortal entity in the Upperworld. In the first chapter, we "see" how she comes to life, which is both very imaginative and descriptive, like everything else in this futuristic world, with gender-based systems, glowing detecting implants, humanoid souls, and, of course, the sorting room (I would like to look into the brain of Angelina Singer LOL). Luna learns all she needs to know about assigning souls and dispatching them to Earth, with Onyx as her mentor. But as she starts to learn more about the Upperworld, something goes terribly wrong. No to many spoilers here... but Luna is sent to earth and she might not make it back...
Angelica Singer surely has a very vivid imagination and I can't wait to see where it brings us next ;-)
Luna is what the author calls an immortal entity in the Upperworld. In the first chapter, we "see" how she comes to life, which is both very imaginative and descriptive, like everything else in this futuristic world, with gender-based systems, glowing detecting implants, humanoid souls, and, of course, the sorting room (I would like to look into the brain of Angelina Singer LOL). Luna learns all she needs to know about assigning souls and dispatching them to Earth, with Onyx as her mentor. But as she starts to learn more about the Upperworld, something goes terribly wrong. No to many spoilers here... but Luna is sent to earth and she might not make it back...
Angelica Singer surely has a very vivid imagination and I can't wait to see where it brings us next ;-)
June 9, 2020
The premise of this series sounded so interesting, but after reading only about 3 1/2 chapters I just couldn't continue reading. It seemed that the author requested that various and sundry 2, 3 and 4 syllable words should be sprinkled throughout the manuscript in order to, perhaps, raise the reading level. However, those words were consistently used incorrectly. One example: magnanimous. Can a building be magnanimous? Can failure to deliver bring magnanimous repercussions? This author seems to think so! After the third egregious vocabulary gaffe I just couldn't continue. The real tragedy is that this is a young adult book, which should be faultlessly (or perhaps pristinely, another blooper in the book) edited for these sorts of blunders, in order to help preserve the written language with young people.
December 24, 2019
This story skirts the line between science fiction and fantasy, two of my favorite categories. It introduces a world of immortal beings tasked with the responsibility of seeing that the human world stays on track as per their fate and development. Unlike most stories that present immortals as extremely powerful and intelligent (even sometimes all-knowing), "The Sorting Room" has an array of personalities and mental development in its immortals. It follows the story of one recently born/created immortal girl who is sent to Earth to correct a mistake in the sorting of human souls. But the plot grows even more intricate from there. It's a fantastic read with an intriguing and well thought out plot with a hint of darkness and the philosophical.
January 2, 2021
Reviewed in the United States on December 29, 2020
I entered Ms. Singer’s Upperworld Trilogy giveaway at Rhode Island Comic Con and was pleasantly surprised when I won the complete series! Ms. Singer has developed an intriguing world that plays on classical mythology themes as well as introducing science fiction concepts. The characters were likable and I found myself laughing out loud at some of the antics that the Upperworld beings got up to when they found themselves stuck on Earth. I enjoyed Luna's story arch over the series. Some other standouts include the character of Constance in the third book (although I questioned some of the modern language used during the time period at which that part of the book was set), Anthony's relationship with his sister, and the overall description of the Upperworld. I would love to see what this would look like on film.
A few grammatical errors, but an interesting idea and a fun read!
I entered Ms. Singer’s Upperworld Trilogy giveaway at Rhode Island Comic Con and was pleasantly surprised when I won the complete series! Ms. Singer has developed an intriguing world that plays on classical mythology themes as well as introducing science fiction concepts. The characters were likable and I found myself laughing out loud at some of the antics that the Upperworld beings got up to when they found themselves stuck on Earth. I enjoyed Luna's story arch over the series. Some other standouts include the character of Constance in the third book (although I questioned some of the modern language used during the time period at which that part of the book was set), Anthony's relationship with his sister, and the overall description of the Upperworld. I would love to see what this would look like on film.
A few grammatical errors, but an interesting idea and a fun read!
February 20, 2018
Source: I requested it from the author.
Format: Ebook
I really enjoyed this book. It had an interesting concept and it gave a twist on some things we see in the world today. It was interesting to see everything fall into place and I didn't suspect any of it. I enjoyed the characters and I am excited to see how they develop in the next series. It is a very easy book to read and understand which is always a plus. The book ended pretty fast which I was not a fan of, but it's understandable. The book is action paced and it held my attention. I'm excited for book 2!
Rating: 4/5 I would recommend to everyone!
Format: Ebook
I really enjoyed this book. It had an interesting concept and it gave a twist on some things we see in the world today. It was interesting to see everything fall into place and I didn't suspect any of it. I enjoyed the characters and I am excited to see how they develop in the next series. It is a very easy book to read and understand which is always a plus. The book ended pretty fast which I was not a fan of, but it's understandable. The book is action paced and it held my attention. I'm excited for book 2!
Rating: 4/5 I would recommend to everyone!
January 10, 2019
The Sorting Room is my first read of 2019 and let me tell you, it has set the bar really high. I loved the take on human life and its perception of reincarnation. The story was well-written, there were just the right amount of twist and turns. It was so captivating and when ever I was "mommy" ing or working I was reading lol The Sorting Room comes highly recommended from this reader.
November 10, 2017
Good book
I enjoyed the story. I read the sample first then I went out and bought the book so I could finish hearing the rest of the story. Read it all in one day. I look forward to the next book. This is a clean story acceptable for any age person.
I enjoyed the story. I read the sample first then I went out and bought the book so I could finish hearing the rest of the story. Read it all in one day. I look forward to the next book. This is a clean story acceptable for any age person.
November 4, 2019
So far as I’ve read this book, I’ve come to love it, similar to other novels I’ve read and I’m still reading this one I’ve loved it! Meeting her in person at a con I was grateful for how nice she was! This is a great book to read! And I hope you enjoy it!
-Serenity
-Serenity
November 18, 2021
I love the idea of this book and The Upperworld. Unfortunately the execution of the story is a bit forced. There was very little time spent getting you to feel for the characters. They were a bit flat and dull.
March 15, 2018
I really liked this book it a cant put it down till is done book I can't wait to read the rest of the series give it a shot you won't be disappointed
January 13, 2019
Loved this truly different type of story. Luna has a wonderful job of sorting souls to match humans until something goes wrong. Ready for the next one.
March 7, 2023
Amazing local author. I met her at the RI ComiCon, a cosplay convention in Rhode Island. Her books are amazing and I highly recommend them. :) Always supporting local authors.
December 14, 2019
Great concept, needs some polishing. I am super impressed at the world development and am bummed we only grabbed the first one from her after meeting her at the RI Author Expo yesterday.
May 1, 2018
Great start! Intriguing! I’ve just finished the preview chapters and am anxious to see what happens next!
Update!! Finished The Sorting Room! What a great story. The concept of the Upperworld and its role on Earth is imaginative and intriguing. Lovely characters too. 4.5/5⭐️
Update!! Finished The Sorting Room! What a great story. The concept of the Upperworld and its role on Earth is imaginative and intriguing. Lovely characters too. 4.5/5⭐️
September 21, 2018
With The Sorting Room, the beginning of an unusual Fantasy/SciFi series, Angelina Singer gives us an intriguing concept, an Upperworld that functions as an intuitive factory sorting souls to be sent to humans on Earth. The beings there are a bit like us, but also decidedly different. The most striking diffenence is their inabilty to feel emotion. Jump into the Upperworld and meet a new being fresh from creation, and many that have exited for centuries.
Luna, a lovely being with raven-black hair, violet eyes, and a body appearing around that of a twenty year old Earth humanoid, awakens in her creation pod. She is first aware of light, confusion, and a form of comfort and reassurance coming from the being beside her. Luna is particularly timid, even for a new creation.
Onyx, Luna's designated guide, holds her and sees to her needs in the pod. When she is strong enough, he begins Luna's tour of the Upperworld. Onyx is an old guide of four centuries, but soon finds his experience with this fearful being is unlike any other before. Is he feeling something like human protectiveness for Luna?
Pick up your copy of the sorting room. Find out if beings of the Upperworld are capable of emotions! Will Luna have what it takes to fulfil her duties in the sorting room?
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Luna, a lovely being with raven-black hair, violet eyes, and a body appearing around that of a twenty year old Earth humanoid, awakens in her creation pod. She is first aware of light, confusion, and a form of comfort and reassurance coming from the being beside her. Luna is particularly timid, even for a new creation.
Onyx, Luna's designated guide, holds her and sees to her needs in the pod. When she is strong enough, he begins Luna's tour of the Upperworld. Onyx is an old guide of four centuries, but soon finds his experience with this fearful being is unlike any other before. Is he feeling something like human protectiveness for Luna?
Pick up your copy of the sorting room. Find out if beings of the Upperworld are capable of emotions! Will Luna have what it takes to fulfil her duties in the sorting room?
Instafreebie edition
August 9, 2019
The premise of this story is really interesting and full of potential, unfortunately the book falls short of what it could be. The use of an editor could have helped with the presentation of ideas and to fix mistakes throughout in both tone and grammar.
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