The Fold

by Peter Clines
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Good Books rating 4.0
Science Fiction (Sci-Fi)
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  • ID: 7675
  • Added: 2025-12-16
  • Updated: 2025-12-16
  • ISBN: 9780553418309
  • Publisher: Crown
  • Published: 2015-06-02
  • Reviews: 3

Mike Erikson, an unassuming man with extraordinary abilities, lives a quiet life in a small New England town. His peaceful existence is disrupted when an old friend presents him with a perplexing mystery: a team of DARPA scientists has invented a device called the Albuquerque Door, which promises to make teleportation a reality. Using a cryptic computer equation and magnetic fields, the device 'folds' dimensions to shrink distances, allowing travelers to cover hundreds of feet with a single step. The scientists insist the device is safe, but mounting evidence suggests otherwise. As Mike delves deeper into the puzzle, he begins to fear that the project may be hiding a dangerous secret that could have catastrophic consequences. The Fold is a gripping science-fiction thriller that combines a cunningly inventive mystery with a terrifying final twist.

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No Rolls · 2024-06-08
fantastic 4.50

The book is a fantastic mix of action, suspense, horror, and humour, with a touch of romance. It's highly recommended for its engaging blend of genres.

This reviewer absolutely loved The Fold, praising its unique combination of action, suspense, horror, and humour. They found the inclusion of romance to be a delightful addition, making the book even more engaging. The reviewer highlighted how well the different elements of the story were balanced, creating a thrilling and enjoyable reading experience. They concluded by strongly recommending the book to anyone looking for a captivating read that seamlessly blends multiple genres.

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    Overall, I have to recommend this book. It's fantastic.

    It has a good mix of action, suspense, horror, and humour, with a little romance tucked in.

    The blend of genres makes this book a standout.

Novel Notions · 2020-03-07
entertaining 4.00

The Fold is an absorbing and entertaining genre-bending novel that is impeccably narrated. It's another impressive work by Peter Clines.

This reviewer found The Fold to be utterly absorbing and entertaining, highlighting its genre-bending nature. They praised the narration, which they felt added significantly to the overall enjoyment of the book. The reviewer appreciated how Peter Clines managed to create a compelling story that keeps readers engaged from start to finish. They concluded that it's another impressive work by the author, showcasing his ability to blend different elements seamlessly.

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    The Fold is yet another utterly absorbing and entertaining genre-bending novel by Peter Clines.

    Which was impeccably narrated by Ray Porter.

    It's another impressive work by Peter Clines.

SFFWorld · 2015-07-04
engaging 3.50

The Fold is a pleasantly engaging novel that uses old tropes to good effect. It tells its tale well and offers a surprising experience.

This reviewer enjoyed The Fold for its engaging narrative and effective use of old tropes. They found the story to be well-told and appreciated how the book managed to surprise them in a generally positive way. The reviewer highlighted the book's ability to keep readers interested, making it a pleasantly engaging read. They concluded that The Fold is a noteworthy addition to Peter Clines' body of work, offering a satisfying and surprising experience.

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    In summary, The Fold is a pleasantly engaging novel that tells its tale well.

    Uses old tropes to good effect.

    A surprise, but generally in a good way.

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