This is my review of Chapter 2 - The Cave of Worlds
Iām going to admit something right up frontāI donāt usually gravitate toward science fiction. Itās not my comfort zone. But this story continues to surprise me in the best way.
Chapter two deepens the sense of unease you established in the opening chapter and leans beautifully into atmosphere rather than exposition. The lavender mist, the scent of sandalwood and myrrh, and the quiet wrongness of the Wheft offices all work together to create a setting that feels both fascinating and unsettling. I especially like how Sebastianās OCD isnāt treated as a gimmick, but as something that genuinely drives his choices and tension. It makes his need to investigate feel believable and human, even as the situation becomes increasingly surreal.
The room where the gates are is strangely familiar to me. It brought back the memory of a book I read a very long time ago that featured a similar kind of spaceāone that felt suspended between worlds. I canāt quite place the title yet, but that sense of recognition made the scene even more compelling. It has that rare quality of feeling new while still tapping into something deep and archetypal.
The reveal of the gates is handled with restraint, which I appreciate. You donāt over-explain them, and that ambiguity makes them far more compelling. The moment when Sebastian realizes his hand doesnāt emerge on the other side is quietly chilling. Itās the kind of detail that sticks.
Marcusās entrance at the end is a strong hook. The shift from eerie mystery to immediate danger is sharp and effective, and the contrast between his Roman-style appearance and modern weaponry adds another layer of intrigue. The final line lands exactly where it should, leaving me genuinely curious about what āno going backā really means.
Even as someone who doesnāt usually read much sci-fi, Iām invested now. This chapter expands the world without losing its intimacy, and it keeps the focus firmly on character rather than concept. Iām very glad I kept reading.
I got your letters and just read them. I know how you feel about those stars. Are you going to finish this book by the time I get to the point of needing to read it? Get Busy, I read fast! LOL
Kind wishes,
Tee
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