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ABOUT
In Perpendicular Women: Adventures in the Multiverse, Kara finds an unlikely ally to help her heal her family. In another universe, Pandora assembles an unusual team to avert World War IV. When their universes connect, what could possibly go wrong?
PRAISE
Midwest Book Review
"Perpendicular Women: Adventures in the Multiverse holds just the right mix of science, personal, and social inspection."
Literary Titan
"An absolute must-read for enthusiasts of the science fiction genre, as well as those yearning for narratives that delve into the intricate dynamics of human relationships and personal metamorphosis."
BookView
"A solid, thoroughly engaging tale that leaves a mark."
Readers Favorite
"A fascinating and thought-provoking science fiction novel about people's dreams, ambitions, and transformative journeys."
Southern Literary Review
"Perpendicular Women: Adventures in the Multiverse has a stunning cover design befitting the exceptionally intriguing story inside. In each section, Chris Coward expertly maintains suspense, leaving readers wondering not only if and how the protagonists will save themselves, but whether they will be able to save humankind, which seems destined to destroy itself. If that sounds all too familiar, it's because it is. Problems faced in the multiverses are those humans face today with changing climate and destructive weapons of war. Perpendicular Women: Adventures in the Multiverse is an entertaining story by a talented author."
AJ Lewis, author of The Amalfi Mysteries
Technology and humanity, gadgets and kindness, inventions, inventors, and inventiveness characterize this novel. If there is a question about how to classify it, I'd ask how Vonnegut was classified. Praise Allah and pass the tabouli, minutes remain before we must shake out the prayer mats and perform our Zuhur prayers!"
THE STORY BEHIND THE STORY
Back in 2010 when I wrote the story that would become Perpendicular Women, most people had never heard of the multiverse. Those who had, often said, what a fun thought, but really?
But back then, I stumbled upon the idea through a then-obscure book by M.R. Franks. The concept proved to be not only a dazzling literary device but also a metaphor for possibilities in our own lives.
Since that time, in scientific circles, the theory's popularity has waxed and waned. Well, now, it's hot again. Really hot. Click the Blog tab and check out the first post to see why.
ABOUT CHRIS COWARD
Chris Coward has been a Congressional liaison assistant, ghost writer for CEOs, editor for national magazines, college English instructor, marketing manager, and president of the Florida Writers Association. She now devotes her professional energies to writing speculative fiction.
She earned a masters' degree in English with a concentration in professional writing and editing from George Mason University and a bachelor's degree in philosophy with a minor emphasis in physics from the College of William and Mary. She adores her family, bestie friends, and sweet dogs, Minnie and Grey.
Perpendicular Women, which has enjoyed critical acclaim and won multiple awards, is Chris's first novel. The sequel is in the works.