Synopsis:

On an ordinary summer morning, the world is changed by the appearance of seven mysterious doors that seemingly lead to another world. People are, of course, mesmerized and intrigued: A new dimension filled with beauty and resources beckons them to step into an adventure. But, perhaps inevitably, people soon learn that what looks like paradise may very well be filled with danger.

Ayanna and Olivia, two Black Midwestern teens—and twin sisters—have different ideas of what may lie in the world beyond. But will their personal bond endure such wanton exploration? And when one of them goes missing, will the other find solace of her own? And will she uncover the circumstances of what truly happened to her once constant companion and best friend?

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Review:

Based on the synopsis I wanted to love this book. It had all the makings of a book that was right up my alley. And in the first portion of the book, it seemed hopeful. I was absolutely riveted by the description of the doors and how various portions of humanity interacted with these doors.

It all came to a halt once Ayanna and Olivia went through the door. Initially it got very confusing. I read a few chapters several times in a row because I couldn’t figure out what had happened and where I missed it, I never found the missing piece. And then the plot just stopped. No more mention of the doors. The only thing that happened after that point was Ayanna navel gazing about her all consuming grief.

In the end I gave up about halfway through. Nothing was happened and I have other things to do and other books to read.