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vicky30312's review against another edition
4.0
I loved the cover of this and it seemed intriguing so I picked it up. I wasn't too fond of Kori at first but then it got much better. I typically stay away from sci-fi stuff as I tend to get lost easily but this book was very well written to explain everything clearly. I was hooked and although I had a few "I dunno..." moments, I ended up really loving the outcome and can't wait to pick up Omega to get more from this world....or worlds.
samrushingbooks's review against another edition
5.0
This book was so good. I really got into Kori's narrative voice; she was a fun leading lady. And the story just got more and more interesting as more came out about the relationships between all of the characters. The concept of parallel dimensions is one that is rather fascinating. So between the plot, the action, the relationships (friendly, familial, and romantic), and the characters, I was just hooked on this book. I did not want to put it down. Now I'm really looking forward to reading the next one. Wow, 2017 is going to be an outstanding year for reading.
beckyrendon's review against another edition
5.0
What an incredible journey! I mean unbelievably believable and a great way to start a series!
I accidentally lucked into a copy of Book Three of this series without knowing it was a series. Once I realized I couldn't start there, I back tracked. This is my adventure into Jus Accardo's world.
The sci-fi nerd in me is loving this book. I grew up watching Sliders and this book is the teenage girl inside of me's dream. Her very own adventure with out needing to grow the really big brain. Let's face it not all of us are super nerds that can do quantum mechanics, or can even spell that. But this adventure will have all its readers on edge.
A chance to fix things, a chemistry so hot that it burns without touching, and the guilty. The feelings and actions in these pages are enough to bind the reader not only to the characters but to easily become the next mega fan of the author. I am trembling with excitement to learn everything!! Absolutely everything that is to come!
I accidentally lucked into a copy of Book Three of this series without knowing it was a series. Once I realized I couldn't start there, I back tracked. This is my adventure into Jus Accardo's world.
The sci-fi nerd in me is loving this book. I grew up watching Sliders and this book is the teenage girl inside of me's dream. Her very own adventure with out needing to grow the really big brain. Let's face it not all of us are super nerds that can do quantum mechanics, or can even spell that. But this adventure will have all its readers on edge.
A chance to fix things, a chemistry so hot that it burns without touching, and the guilty. The feelings and actions in these pages are enough to bind the reader not only to the characters but to easily become the next mega fan of the author. I am trembling with excitement to learn everything!! Absolutely everything that is to come!
emmymbee's review against another edition
5.0
This book was so much fun and sucked me into this world (or worlds) from the very beginning!
I've loved the idea of jumping through worlds ever since watching the TV show Sliders as a teen, but haven't really read about it until now. I'm so glad I did! The plot behind this series is fantastic, perfectly blending the chase with romance without ever seeming heavy handed with either.
Each of our three main characters within this story each have their own baggage; conflicting feelings and emotions they struggle to deal with, in the face of what almost appears to be fate. Each character feels real, and have layers that you peel back throughout the story.
I really loved this, and can't wait to read the next book in the series!
I've loved the idea of jumping through worlds ever since watching the TV show Sliders as a teen, but haven't really read about it until now. I'm so glad I did! The plot behind this series is fantastic, perfectly blending the chase with romance without ever seeming heavy handed with either.
Each of our three main characters within this story each have their own baggage; conflicting feelings and emotions they struggle to deal with, in the face of what almost appears to be fate. Each character feels real, and have layers that you peel back throughout the story.
I really loved this, and can't wait to read the next book in the series!
_camk_'s review against another edition
3.0
I read Infinity even though alternate dimension and time travel are really my cup of sci-fi tea.
I liked Kori as she had a pretty good grip of the reality of the situation. She was honest and no nonsense.
I feel the relationship between Cade and Kori moved a little too fast due to short span of the book.
The bad guy was pretty lame in the book and nothing exciting really happens.
I liked Kori as she had a pretty good grip of the reality of the situation. She was honest and no nonsense.
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She knew it was unlikely that she and Cade would ever get too work.I feel the relationship between Cade and Kori moved a little too fast due to short span of the book.
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Like, how is Cade so sure that he feels something different this particular Kori?The bad guy was pretty lame in the book and nothing exciting really happens.
aelynreads's review against another edition
3.0
I'm conflicted. I did enjoy this book, and I did read it in one sitting, but I also had problems with it.
#1. I got fed up of the guilt surrounding Cade's past romance and that he blames himself for everything. I feel like half the book was guilt-filled kisses in hotel rooms.
#2. Dylan's story is so unbelievable. Honestly. Literally no one would do that. Also, the fact that Dylan is an angry crazy psycho and Cade is a perfect calm gentleman is just ridiculous. No.
#3. Also, I'm massively confused by the ending?? I'm guessing it will be explained in the next book but I don't understand why Dylan did that at all.
Having said that, I did like the complex family relationships in this book, especially with the mum who you don't even see, yet she's somehow my favourite character?? And the parallel universe aspect was really interestingly written.
#1. I got fed up of the guilt surrounding Cade's past romance and that he blames himself for everything. I feel like half the book was guilt-filled kisses in hotel rooms.
#2. Dylan's story is so unbelievable. Honestly. Literally no one would do that. Also, the fact that Dylan is an angry crazy psycho and Cade is a perfect calm gentleman is just ridiculous. No.
#3. Also, I'm massively confused by the ending?? I'm guessing it will be explained in the next book but I don't understand why Dylan did that at all.
Having said that, I did like the complex family relationships in this book, especially with the mum who you don't even see, yet she's somehow my favourite character?? And the parallel universe aspect was really interestingly written.
lindaunconventionalbookworms's review against another edition
2.0
This review was originally posted on (un)Conventional Bookviews
Infinity had a premise that really intrigued me, but the execution left me wanting for much more...
I had high hopes for Infinity, because I truly love stories with alternate universes, mystery and strong characters who know how to make a sacrifice for the greater good. Kori, Noah,Cade and Dylan didn't really appeal to me much, though. And apart from what Noah and Cade were telling Kori, there was no actual alternate universe anywhere. And the artistic part of Kori that got me interested in her at the beginning was quickly put on the back-burner in order to get the main plot going. And the main plot was a little messy to say the least. And it made Kori less likeable because she thought she had this instant connection to Cade, and then she figured it had something to do with Kori in a different world, and then she felt the connection again. To say I rolled my eyes more than once would be going easy on this story.
As Infinity unfolded, I thought the clichés from YA fantasy novels were front and center more so than the actual story line and the plot. The characters were not well developed, and I was a bit disappointed because the alternate universe never happened. I was never really 'afraid' for the main character, even if she acted stupidly more than once, and her cock-sure confidence and jumping into things without truly thinking them through made me cringe. Plus, Kori's father was conveniently absent from home when she needed him the most. I found the overall story to be a bit superficial, and it would have intrigued me a lot more if more of the alternate worlds were part of the story, not only something Cade and Noah told Kori about.
Written in first person past tense from Kori's perspective, and also in third person point of view with an external narrator, Infinity was quite nicely pace, and a fast read. It seems I am in the minority when it comes to not loving Infinity, though, so don't take my word for it! Check out other reviews before you make up your own mind!
Dad was gone more than he was home. I used to hate it, but since Mom died, I found myself thankful. Not because I wanted him gone. I loved him. He loved me, too, I know that - even if we'd never fully understood each other.
Dad told me once that trust was a precious thing. It needed to be cultivated and earned. I agreed. These two hadn't cultivated anything other than fiction in the short time I'd known them, so trust wasn't really on the table. Yet there was something in Cade's eyes that sent chills racing up and down my spine.
Infinity had a premise that really intrigued me, but the execution left me wanting for much more...
I had high hopes for Infinity, because I truly love stories with alternate universes, mystery and strong characters who know how to make a sacrifice for the greater good. Kori, Noah,Cade and Dylan didn't really appeal to me much, though. And apart from what Noah and Cade were telling Kori, there was no actual alternate universe anywhere. And the artistic part of Kori that got me interested in her at the beginning was quickly put on the back-burner in order to get the main plot going. And the main plot was a little messy to say the least. And it made Kori less likeable because she thought she had this instant connection to Cade, and then she figured it had something to do with Kori in a different world, and then she felt the connection again. To say I rolled my eyes more than once would be going easy on this story.
As Infinity unfolded, I thought the clichés from YA fantasy novels were front and center more so than the actual story line and the plot. The characters were not well developed, and I was a bit disappointed because the alternate universe never happened. I was never really 'afraid' for the main character, even if she acted stupidly more than once, and her cock-sure confidence and jumping into things without truly thinking them through made me cringe. Plus, Kori's father was conveniently absent from home when she needed him the most. I found the overall story to be a bit superficial, and it would have intrigued me a lot more if more of the alternate worlds were part of the story, not only something Cade and Noah told Kori about.
Written in first person past tense from Kori's perspective, and also in third person point of view with an external narrator, Infinity was quite nicely pace, and a fast read. It seems I am in the minority when it comes to not loving Infinity, though, so don't take my word for it! Check out other reviews before you make up your own mind!
Dad was gone more than he was home. I used to hate it, but since Mom died, I found myself thankful. Not because I wanted him gone. I loved him. He loved me, too, I know that - even if we'd never fully understood each other.
Dad told me once that trust was a precious thing. It needed to be cultivated and earned. I agreed. These two hadn't cultivated anything other than fiction in the short time I'd known them, so trust wasn't really on the table. Yet there was something in Cade's eyes that sent chills racing up and down my spine.
erinarkin20's review against another edition
4.0
When I found out there was a new Jus Accardo book coming out I was super excited. I have always enjoyed her stories and Infinity, book one of the Infinity Division series, falls into that category right alongside her other books.
Kori is a typical teenager with a few exceptions. Her father is a pretty high ranking army general which requires her to move around quite a bit which means she doesn’t really get close to anyone. When her mother died, Kori had a rough time and because of her father’s job, he wasn’t there for her. In an attempt to stay close to her, Kori starts a mural on a public wall. Since her work is against the law, she only goes out late at night to paint and when the story opens, she crosses paths with someone who will change the course of her entire future.
I like Kori. She hasn’t had things easy and she isn’t afraid to stand up for herself. When she is put into a situation that seems completely unreal, Kori is able to look at things objectively and figure out what the path forward should be. Yes, at times she acts rashly but in the end, she puts some thought into what she is doing and her end goal is almost always, protecting the people she loves/cares about.
On the day we meet Kori, she is caught by the local cops defacing the wall with her painting. When her father finds out what she has been up to, he isn’t happy and when he feels like he can’t trust her to stay in line, he has some of his army privates hang around to make sure she does. Since he’s headed out of town, Kori expects them to show up at any time and sure enough, two guys (Cade and Noah) she has never met before but apparently work for her dad, come to “babysit” her and keep her out of trouble. Kori, of course, finds it ridiculous and decides she is still going to get out of the house…without her wardens.
This is the part of the story when things begin to pick up and Kori begins to find out things she never expected. The first important piece of information is that there are alternate universes that include different versions of her and the people around her. The second thing she finds out is that the two men sent to protect her are actually from another universe and they are both linked to her in that universe. Not only that, but her mom and dad aren’t exactly who she thought they were. Yes, her father works for the military but he leads a secret program that Kori’s mom developed which involves the ability to skip from one universe to another.
The characters in this book were very well-developed. I thought the backstories for both Cade and Noah were believable and their links to Kori (from the other universe) helped keep the story moving forward. The tension between these characters was well done and it helped them realize just how different they are from one universe to the next. They all were pushed to realize that even though there are multiple versions of someone, they aren’t always the same due to the circumstances they grew up with.
The bad guy in the story is linked to Cade and Noah’s universe. Dylan is searching for something he may never find and he doesn’t really care who he hurts as long as he gets what he wants. I thought Accardo did a good job of building his backstory around what he was doing and linking the rest of the story to his conflict with Cade. As emotional as he was about the situation, I found it interesting that he always had a backup plan and was able to get out of whatever plan the group had to stop him.
One other thing I can always count on with books from Jus Accardo is a bit of romance. Of course, because Kori and Cade have a history from his perspective, initially he looks at her and sees the Kori from his universe but that definitely changes. This Kori is so different from the one he grew up with and I have to say, I was really glad that Accardo cleared the air around that bit of detail because I wanted Cade to be better than that. I am also glad he had the opportunity to tell Kori because otherwise she would have continued to doubt his feelings.
Once Kori learns more about what is really going on and she, Cade, and Noah start working together, the story is almost non-stop action. Kori, Noah, and Cade are constantly on the run either trying to find answers or people and I thought Accardo did a fantastic job tying everything together. This was a fast-paced, action filled, story that kept me turning the pages. I found it to be a fairly quick read and although I thought the ending felt slightly rushed, I enjoyed the story. I love a good parallel universe story and look forward to seeing what happens next for these characters. If you are looking for a YA sci-fi that has strong characters and a great story, definitely check this one out. I will definitely be picking up the next book in this series when it is released.
Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for the review copy!
Kori is a typical teenager with a few exceptions. Her father is a pretty high ranking army general which requires her to move around quite a bit which means she doesn’t really get close to anyone. When her mother died, Kori had a rough time and because of her father’s job, he wasn’t there for her. In an attempt to stay close to her, Kori starts a mural on a public wall. Since her work is against the law, she only goes out late at night to paint and when the story opens, she crosses paths with someone who will change the course of her entire future.
I like Kori. She hasn’t had things easy and she isn’t afraid to stand up for herself. When she is put into a situation that seems completely unreal, Kori is able to look at things objectively and figure out what the path forward should be. Yes, at times she acts rashly but in the end, she puts some thought into what she is doing and her end goal is almost always, protecting the people she loves/cares about.
On the day we meet Kori, she is caught by the local cops defacing the wall with her painting. When her father finds out what she has been up to, he isn’t happy and when he feels like he can’t trust her to stay in line, he has some of his army privates hang around to make sure she does. Since he’s headed out of town, Kori expects them to show up at any time and sure enough, two guys (Cade and Noah) she has never met before but apparently work for her dad, come to “babysit” her and keep her out of trouble. Kori, of course, finds it ridiculous and decides she is still going to get out of the house…without her wardens.
This is the part of the story when things begin to pick up and Kori begins to find out things she never expected. The first important piece of information is that there are alternate universes that include different versions of her and the people around her. The second thing she finds out is that the two men sent to protect her are actually from another universe and they are both linked to her in that universe. Not only that, but her mom and dad aren’t exactly who she thought they were. Yes, her father works for the military but he leads a secret program that Kori’s mom developed which involves the ability to skip from one universe to another.
The characters in this book were very well-developed. I thought the backstories for both Cade and Noah were believable and their links to Kori (from the other universe) helped keep the story moving forward. The tension between these characters was well done and it helped them realize just how different they are from one universe to the next. They all were pushed to realize that even though there are multiple versions of someone, they aren’t always the same due to the circumstances they grew up with.
The bad guy in the story is linked to Cade and Noah’s universe. Dylan is searching for something he may never find and he doesn’t really care who he hurts as long as he gets what he wants. I thought Accardo did a good job of building his backstory around what he was doing and linking the rest of the story to his conflict with Cade. As emotional as he was about the situation, I found it interesting that he always had a backup plan and was able to get out of whatever plan the group had to stop him.
One other thing I can always count on with books from Jus Accardo is a bit of romance. Of course, because Kori and Cade have a history from his perspective, initially he looks at her and sees the Kori from his universe but that definitely changes. This Kori is so different from the one he grew up with and I have to say, I was really glad that Accardo cleared the air around that bit of detail because I wanted Cade to be better than that. I am also glad he had the opportunity to tell Kori because otherwise she would have continued to doubt his feelings.
Once Kori learns more about what is really going on and she, Cade, and Noah start working together, the story is almost non-stop action. Kori, Noah, and Cade are constantly on the run either trying to find answers or people and I thought Accardo did a fantastic job tying everything together. This was a fast-paced, action filled, story that kept me turning the pages. I found it to be a fairly quick read and although I thought the ending felt slightly rushed, I enjoyed the story. I love a good parallel universe story and look forward to seeing what happens next for these characters. If you are looking for a YA sci-fi that has strong characters and a great story, definitely check this one out. I will definitely be picking up the next book in this series when it is released.
Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for the review copy!
lawbooks600's review against another edition
3.0
7/10, looking back at this book I realised that it had some flaws but it was still an enjoyable read overall despite them since there were some positive aspects to compensate for that. Infinity by Jus Accardo is a unique novel about Kori Anderson discovering a secret United States Government project which was that they were working on travelling to different dimensions and I thought that would be a great book but alas, it was just an ok book due to its execution. The characters were fine and got the job done and they were just neutral and the antagonist named Dylan was in the background most of the time but that built up some suspense which I liked. The pacing was mostly slow despite the book being just 320 pages but at least there were some cool action scenes here and there within it like the ending and jumping between dimensions. The only thing that changed between them were the people and the buildings which now that I look back other books have done this type of thing before so now it's not that original anymore. I think there are two more books in the series but I doubt that my library would get them but I would gladly read them if they got them. If you like books about travelling to different dimensions this one is for you.
kim3100's review against another edition
I received the ebook in exchange for an honest review on Netgalley
Kori, the protagonist is a very interesting character. She doesn't take bullshit, but all of a sudden her life is turned upside down. I liked reading how she handled it.
Kori, the protagonist is a very interesting character. She doesn't take bullshit, but all of a sudden her life is turned upside down. I liked reading how she handled it.