Wow. This book grabbed me by the hand and pulled me through a wild, thrilling adventure from start to finish. And, if you say that you knew early what was going to happen in this one – I’m gonna call you a liar. But maybe you’re just more knowledgeable about science fiction than me.
About the Book
Called to the scene of a grisly double-murder in a northern English village, Detective Inspector Dave Barnes thinks he’s seen everything —until the threads of his investigation unwind an otherworldly secret.
As the Inspector and his team delve deeper into the case, a former history professor, with a personal interest in the crime, steps forward to provide bizarre clues that seem too impossible to be true. And, as Professor Claire Tulley shares her discoveries dating back to a failed military experiment 90 years earlier, DI Barnes realises that he’s embroiled in a cover-up that reaches the highest levels of the government and beyond.
On a parallel Earth, Colonel David Barnes observes his doppelgänger with contempt as the detective edges closer to learning the truth about alternate worlds and the multi-dimensional portals that link them. But, as the Colonel seeks to assume control, he will do whatever it takes to overcome those in his way, even if that means assassinating the man reflected in the mirror.
With the fate of his Earth at stake and realising that not everyone around him is who they appear to be, Detective Inspector Barnes and his team must battle for their survival. But how can he win the fight when his own reflection is plotting against him?
My Thoughts
Sci-fi isn’t my top genre, but it is one I enjoy – and this book absolutely deserves a spot on your TBR list. And, preferably sooner than later! If you need an escape from the current political climate. Well, maybe not that.
But it will offer you an adventurous romp through some pretty fantastical notions that will keep you wondering for the entirety of the book! It’s a pretty extensive cast of characters, and I’ll admit that I did get confused some. The whole doppelganger thing exacerbates that. It’s somewhat easy to separate the doppelgangers from each other, but doubling up characters means that it gets even messier and more complex after a while! I did love the main cast of characters on what I considered the good side – but who knows? Maybe you’ll consider parallel Earth the good side. Maybe you’re a doppelganger. Maybe I am.
And that ending, well, that was something I wasn’t expecting. I’m not going to give anything away, but I had chills for a few minutes. I might be getting them again writing this.
This one isn’t listed as horror – just thriller, but my scaredy cat meter and I think it edges just onto the horror side. I mean, sometimes I still get chills in the mirror from Bloody Mary. So, yeah. mildly horrific. It just depends on your tolerance.
But I’m trying to stretch myself this year, and I’m absolutely still picking up the next one and probably tearing through it as well. I can’t wait to dig in! I am so grateful to the author and to Love Books Tours for including me in this book tour!
Who’s It For?
This is a fast-paced, page-turner of a sci-fi/horror/psychological/adventure thriller. It’s got a little something for everyone: romance, action, mystery, futuristic technology, procedural cop drama. If that sounds good, pick this one up! I was hooked from the get-go and couldn’t wait to see how it all turned out!
Content Warnings: Murder, Child Endangerment, Teen Violence, Adult Situations/Language, War, Violence, Necrophilia, Fear, Terror, Censorship
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About the Author
Born in Hartlepool in 1970. I have lived in Langley Park, Durham, England up until 2006, where I moved to Northern Ireland married my wife, Monica in 2007 (still very much happily married).
I love reading fantasy, science fiction, action & adventure and thrillers. Favourite authors are Stephen King, James Herbert, Clive Cussler, Dean Koontz, Audrey Niffenegger and Neil Gaiman. I am a big Marvel Comics fan and enjoy watching movies. Favourite tv shows are Blake’s 7, Babylon 5 and Star Trek.
In April 2020 my love of fantasy and science fiction inspired me to write my first book – Double Jeopardy, the first book in my mirror wars series – which contains nods to some of my favourite authors, films and TV shows that have ignited my imagination over the years. I also used my “experiences” of being a twin to help me write about evil doppelgangers!
Amazon US: https://a.co/d/7EDTyLt
Amazon UK: https://amzn.eu/d/jcPUetA
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/58407094-double-jeopardy
Published by Amorina Carlton. Award-winning American author, Amorina Carlton, is currently working on her first novel. You can find more about her published work and works in progress on the home page. She also serves as the PR/Marketing Lead for Ravens and Roses Publishing, and reviews books, mostly by other indie authors, here and on Bookstagram.