About the Book:
Title: OTHEREARTH (Last Reality #2)
Author: Jason Segel, & Kirsten Miller
Pub. Date: October 30, 2018
Publisher: Delacorte Press
Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, eBook, audiobook
Pages: 320
Find it: Goodreads, Amazon, Audible, B&N, iBooks, TBD
Return to the series BuzzFeed compared to Ready Player One in the second book in a new fast-paced trilogy from New York Times bestselling authors Jason Segel and Kirsten Miller that’s perfect for fans of HBO’s Westworld.
Simon would have done anything to save his best friend after a mysterious accident almost killed her–including follow her into a virtual world. And what he and Kat discovered there was more terrifying than they could have ever imagined. Unwitting hospital patients are being forced to test a device that lets VR be experienced with all five senses. The technology is so advanced that it’s deadly.
Now the world’s biggest tech corporation is hunting Simon and Kat while war rages in Otherworld, the virtual world it created. Determined to destroy the Company, Simon and Kat must join forces with a hacker, a gangster, and a digital entity. But as they battle to save two worlds, they uncover an all-new threat to our world: the Company’s latest creation, an augmented-reality game called OtherEarth. Not only does OtherEarth kill, it has the power to erase the line between what’s real and what’s fantasy.
Review
While I loved the first book, this one suffered from Middle Book Syndrome. It did a good job of recapping what happened but most of the book was spent with the characters within the game of OtherWorld itself. Many chapters were spent describing new simulated characters, new Children, new worlds within the game. I felt there was just too much time spent describing things that did not matter to the overall story. Hence the reason I said this was a true Second Book.
Regardless, this was such a fast paced read that it was over before I knew it. The story took twists and turns I was not prepared for. It certainly set up for the next book, which I hope promises to be big. If you are interested in a gripping read that has echos of Ready Player One and Warcross, you need to check out this book.
Praise for Otherworld
A New York Times Bestseller
“A potent commentary on how much we’re willing to give up to the lure of technology.”–EW.com
“A fantastic journey from start to finish.” –Hypable.com
“An engaging VR cautionary tale.” —AV Club
“Full of high stakes, thrillers, and fantastic twists and turns, fans of Ready Player One are sure to love this addictive read.” —BuzzFeed
About Book 1:
Title: OTHERWORLD (Last Reality #1)
Author: Jason Segel & Kirsten Miller
Pub. Date: November 7, 2017
Publisher: Delacorte Press
Pages: 368
Formats: Hardcover, eBook, Audiobook
Find it: Amazon, B&N, iBooks, Audible, TBD, Goodreads
The company says Otherworld is amazing—like nothing you’ve ever seen before. They say it’s addictive—that you’ll want to stay forever. They promise Otherworld will make all your dreams come true.
Simon thought Otherworld was a game. Turns out he knew nothing. Otherworld is the next phase of reality. It’s everything you’ve ever wanted.
And it’s about to change humanity forever.
Welcome to the Otherworld. No one could have seen it coming.
About Jason:
New York Times bestselling author Jason Segel used to have nightmares just like Charlie, and just like Charlie, he’s learned that the things we’re most afraid of are the things that can make us strong…if we’re brave enough to face them. Jason likes acting, writing, making music, and hanging out with his friends. Sometimes he writes movies. Sometimes he writes songs for movies. Sometimes he stars in those movies and sings those songs. You might know him from The Muppets and Despicable Me. Your parents might know him from other stuff. Nightmares! is his first novel.
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About Kirsten:
I write books.
Some of my books are what librarians call middle grade. (Kiki Strike, Nightmares!)
Some should be kept away from small children and people with weak stomachs. (How to Lead a Life of Crime, The Eternal Ones, Otherworld)
I write some books with Jason Segel.
I’ve written quite a few books on my own.
I’m an Aquarius.
My favorite food is cauliflower. (No joke.)
I will eat almost anything. And I’m weirdly proud of it.
I believe New York City is the most magical place on earth.
I love Dolly Parton and David Attenborough. Equally.
I cannot sing or play any musical instruments.
I’m obsessed with sewers and sanitation systems.
I once broke into a Mayan temple with my brother, Spike.
Spike is an alias. It’s not his real name.
I also have a sister. She prefers to remain anonymous.
We have the same birthday.
Yes, that sucks.
I think that’s all you need to know.
Giveaway Details:
3 winners will receive a finished copy of OTHEREARTH, US Only.
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Tour Schedule:
Week One:
11/1/2018- A Gingerly Review– Review
11/2/2018- Jena Brown Writes– Review
Week Two:
11/5/2018- Zach’s YA Reviews– Review
11/6/2018- Here’s to Happy Endings– Review
11/7/2018- YA Books Central– Interview
11/8/2018- The Pages In-Between– Review
11/9/2018- Moonlight Rendezvous– Review
Week Three:
11/12/2018- Mundie Moms– Excerpt
11/13/2018- Bri’s Book Nook– Review
11/14/2018- Book-Keeping– Review
11/15/2018- The Book Nut– Review
11/16/2018- Adventures Thru Wonderland– Review
Week Four:
11/19/2018- A Dream Within A Dream– Review
11/20/2018- Smada’s Book Smack– Review
11/21/2018- BookHounds YA– Interview
11/22/2018- Lisa Loves Literature– Review
11/23/2018- Savings in Seconds– Review
Week Five:
11/26/2018- Girl plus book– Review
11/27/2018- Book Briefs– Review
11/28/2018- The BookWorm Drinketh– Review
11/29/2018- Nay’s Pink Bookshelf– Review
11/30/2018- Christen Krumm, Writer– Review
A Gingerly Review 
This series sounds unique from any other that I’ve read and I’m excited to read it.
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This sounds like another good fantasy from this team!
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I hope you enjoy it!
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