The Prism Affect
The Skylight Series, Book 1
by J. Wint
Narrated by Simon Relph
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Pub Date Aug 23 2021 | Archive Date May 03 2022
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Description
Life has never been easy for young Jet Stroud. He lives with a rare condition known as ephebus mortem, also called the "youthful death", and legend says it will kill him before his 24th birthday. To make matters worse, the legend also claims that its victims become delusional as they grow older.
However, things take a turn for the better when he is unexpectedly accepted into the renowned Skylight University—an orbiting system in the Earth's atmosphere. At first, he doubts the legend and begins the semester hoping to learn more about his strange disease. As the school year unfolds, he meets a group of students like him and they band together. Soon, strange things start to happen—mysterious shadows follow them, bizarre holographic prophecies appear that only they can see, and haunting voices cloud Jet's thoughts. He begins to struggle on the blaze pitch and with his studies. The small group of students threaten to splinter apart as the semester races to a close and Jet wonders if he will survive.
In the end, he uncovers something about himself so profound that it will change his life forever.
Advance Praise
"Author J. Wint's young adult dystopian series starts with a bang and should appeal to sci-fi and fantasy lovers alike. The plot moves at a blistering pace, with a narrative that also incorporates elements from adventure and mystery genres to keep you on your toes and turning the pages with eager anticipation of what's to come. - Reader's Favorite
There were so many moments as the plot barreled forward where I realized amazing connections that I had overlooked in the early chapters, making it a book to gleefully read again. Surprising and thoughtful, the plot builds steadily and ends with a bang. -Indies Today
J. Wint has created an entirely new universe set in the semi-distant future that is easy to believe and impossible to put down. I absolutely love when genre lines are blurred, and The Prism Affect is a perfect example of combining science fiction, mystery, supernatural, and action. Even athletics and technology make a fair appearance, as we are introduced to the newest, futuristic sport since Quidditch. - Reader's Favorite
The suspenseful bits are ratcheted up high and the mysterious, secretive atmosphere will have readers at the edge of their seats and resisting the urge to shuffle forward a few pages. I absolutely love it when an aura of mystery permeates throughout the entire telling of a story. Wint left enough details unresolved that readers will be waiting with bated breath for the next instalment in the series. -- Online Bookclub
Superbly written, the story fires the imagination from the very beginning. The combination of the race against the clock and the distinctive characters creates a suspenseful and unforgettable first book in what promises to be a spectacular series. - Reader's Favorite"
Available Editions
| EDITION | Audiobook, Unabridged |
| ISBN | 9781736302910 |
| PRICE | $8.99 (USD) |
| DURATION | 7 Hours, 40 Minutes |
Links
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Featured Reviews
Laura E, Reviewer
I found The Prism Affect on NetGalley's audiobook read now section. Jet has a rare condition that will lead to his death by his 24th birthday. After starting college Jet gathers the other students with this condition and they learn all that they can about it. That's when the sci-fi aspect kicks in.
It was an interesting read. It felt like it was aimed toward middle grade towards the beginning but once the sci-fi aspect really kicked in I could see why it was deemed teen/young adult.
The Prism Effect was a 3.5 star rating for me. Definitely a fun quick read
Peter T, Educator
This the first book in a fantasy trilogy, ‘The Skylight Trilogy’. I listened to an audio version; once I speeded it up I enjoyed the narration; interestingly there are little bits of added music to raise the tension of the story. The style of writing is definitely aimed at Teenagers and has an American based school and sport futuristic setting, but as a Scottish Adult I found this okay too. Without giving spoilers, this first book is about students searching for a cure for a medical condition that considerably shortens their life expectancy, and means they are outcasts within normal society. This is the unique part to this book. The rest brings nothing particularly new in this genre. But is still an enjoyable read, with enough suspense, intrigue, characters with developed back stories and twists to keep you reading to the end. Thank you to Jason Wint and NetGalley for letting me listen to an audio ARC. I’m off to read book two - The Skylight Fallout. The views expressed are mine and freely given.
Sophia D, Reviewer
Interesting story line. The narrator is good but there are quiet background noises and music that don’t fit with the narration. I would have preferred it to just be quiet and only have the narrator read. Thank you NetGalley for the opportunity to listen to an advanced copy!
Karla F, Reviewer
The concept of this book drew me in immediately. A post apocalyptic world battling a disease that you cannot survive past the age of 24!
I was getting serious Divergent or Matched vibes with this one. I loved learning about this new world and the struggles faced by the characters, however I had a difficult time getting through this one due to the narrator. I had the audio version of this story and I feel that did not justice to the author. I will be reading a physical copy of this in the future as I know it was solely the narration that threw me off.
Account D, Reviewer
Received as a review copy from NetGalley (2021); also received an audio review copy from Netgalley, this is an honest review. Narrated gorgeously by Simon Relph, brings to life this complex mystery/ adventure that begins this harrowing series.
This is an absolute harrowing journey. What kind of legacy can a person leave behind when they'll be dead by the time they're twenty-four? For Jet Stroud and all of the unfortunate individuals that have Ephebus mortem ( the Youthful Death); time maybe short but that doesn't means they cannot leave a mark they existed. Getting into Skylight University, Jet finds others who are like himself and for once maybe a piece of hope: to find a cure to this destructive disease. The only things that stand in their way are secrets deeply personal and an unworldly being that is haunting to those that encounter it. Beautifully written and poignant... highly recommended.
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