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Slideways
A troubled home, a family secret, and a technological breakthrough turn a teen's world Slideways.
If fifteen-year-old Ben believes his life is forever shattered after his brother's accident, he is about to be amazed. After Ben's grandfather, GranPat, a highly regarded scientist, is mysteriously kidnapped, Ben stumbles upon GranPat's scientific discovery - a portal to a parallel universe and a world called Terra.
As Ben widens his search for GranPat, dueling government agencies from both worlds seek to confiscate the portal device and control the passage between worlds. The chase is on, but the danger mounts when new adversaries threaten Earth, Terra, and the very nature of the universe.
Though ruthless enemies hunt Ben, he encounters new friends and develops relationships he never thought possible. Ben must ultimately commit to his beliefs in a stunning battle of wits, technology, and power.
If fifteen-year-old Ben believes his life is forever shattered after his brother's accident, he is about to be amazed. After Ben's grandfather, GranPat, a highly regarded scientist, is mysteriously kidnapped, Ben stumbles upon GranPat's scientific discovery - a portal to a parallel universe and a world called Terra.
As Ben widens his search for GranPat, dueling government agencies from both worlds seek to confiscate the portal device and control the passage between worlds. The chase is on, but the danger mounts when new adversaries threaten Earth, Terra, and the very nature of the universe.
Though ruthless enemies hunt Ben, he encounters new friends and develops relationships he never thought possible. Ben must ultimately commit to his beliefs in a stunning battle of wits, technology, and power.
488 pages, Paperback
Published January 22, 2018
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About the author
Jeff Grode
4 books6 followersJeff Grode grew up in Erie, Pennsylvania, and currently resides on the Eastern Shore of Maryland and knows his way around a kayak. A lifelong fan of science fiction, fantasy, and spy novels, he has also found a love for creative writing.
Science fiction is the backdrop for his stories, but he's focused on interactions with friends, family, foes, and the inherent conflict in a world undergoing fast technological change.
Science fiction is the backdrop for his stories, but he's focused on interactions with friends, family, foes, and the inherent conflict in a world undergoing fast technological change.
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Displaying 1 - 7 of 7 reviews
June 4, 2018
This book is good for multiple generations, as there are groups of teens and older adults as central characters. But it does contain some adult themes. In spite of all the techno gadgets in the story, the relationships are the central to its theme. Tattered relationships with Ben’s family due to his brother dying years prior are explored on Earth and then again on Terra. I liked how things weren’t exactly the same on Terra and new relationships blossomed there as well. There is quite a bit of intrigue and suspense with both worlds after the technology of Ben’s grandfather and chasing both he and Ben across the universe. There’s way more to the story that I dare not mention, so as not to give anything away, but blew my mind. Can’t wait for the second book in this thrilling sci-fi adventure!
March 9, 2018
Despite its size, this was a quick read and the exact kind of story I enjoy. Sci-fi with multi-generational characters, so it appeals to young adults and older adults as well. Following Ben and his friends in two different universes is quite the journey and to watch him grow and mature was like watching my own son. The friends on Terra are similar but not exactly like the ones on Earth and switching between worlds makes the story compelling and exciting. There is intrigue and adventure at every turn equally in both worlds, and Ben and his grandpa have to switch back and forth, never knowing which is the safer of the two. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and am anticipating the next in the series.
March 5, 2023
How a book lands depends a lot on my frame of mind when I’m reading it.
I’m coming in at four stars, with a caveat. This book is a great Saturday afternoon movie.
It’s got alternate universes, multiple versions of characters, some with motivations and depth that are paper thin. The dialogue isn’t incredibly sophisticated, there are obvious typos here and there, and there are clear moments of eyeroll on my part. But…I liked it. It was a fun read, and it had heart. I’ll certainly put book two on my to-read list.
Brandon was the MVP.
I’m coming in at four stars, with a caveat. This book is a great Saturday afternoon movie.
It’s got alternate universes, multiple versions of characters, some with motivations and depth that are paper thin. The dialogue isn’t incredibly sophisticated, there are obvious typos here and there, and there are clear moments of eyeroll on my part. But…I liked it. It was a fun read, and it had heart. I’ll certainly put book two on my to-read list.
Brandon was the MVP.
June 4, 2018
I need the next book! I couldn't put this one down!
Loved this book. I need the second one! The story and writing were both spot on; I laughed and cried! I loved the interaction between the characters and the character development. There was also a gripping conflict that I hope comes back to play in future books! I would definitely recommend this book to friends!
Loved this book. I need the second one! The story and writing were both spot on; I laughed and cried! I loved the interaction between the characters and the character development. There was also a gripping conflict that I hope comes back to play in future books! I would definitely recommend this book to friends!
July 5, 2020
Good stuff. I like time travel and scifi and this was quite entertaining. The author shows off his imagination with an interesting plot and good characterizations. This might be a hidden gem since it's been out a while but hasn't garnered much attention even though it's quite good.
Thanks very much for the review copy!!
Thanks very much for the review copy!!
May 22, 2020
This is a well-written book with a cast of really interesting characters. The intricate layers of the multiverse make for a compelling read. I'm happy I've found this series.
June 24, 2020
Well written. Great character and world building. Hard to put down. Thanks Jeff Grode. Looking forward to more.
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