Two Way Destiny
The story revolves around a man who discovers that he has the ability to see into other dimensions and alternate realities. He becomes obsessed with the idea of escaping his mundane life by traveling to these parallel worlds. As he delves deeper, he realizes that each reality presents its own unique challenges and opportunities, forcing him to confront the consequences of his choices.
By Frank Belknap Long · First published 1945 · Genre: Science Fiction, Fantasy, Adventure · 11,298 words
First lines
She was kneeling when I saw her, her face half in shadows, her girlishly slender figure mirrored by the cool-running stream at her feet.
You'd think that on a planet like Dracona a man would be safe from shock. Between the fire mountains and the sea, and the snowy-crested birds that never stop singing you'd think that nothing could surprise him.
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Two Way Destiny is listed on Textopian as a novel by Frank Belknap Long, dated 1945 CE.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Frank Belknap Long
- Date: 1945 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Science Fiction, Fantasy, Adventure, Romance, Speculative Fiction
- Length: 11,298 words
- Structure: 1 section, 273 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Science Fiction — The narrative explores themes of space travel, alien worlds, and the interaction between different civilizations, which are hallmarks of the science fiction genre.
- Fantasy — The presence of fantastical elements such as alien species, telepathy, and a primitive society with unique customs aligns with fantasy conventions.
- Adventure — The protagonist's journey through an alien landscape and the challenges faced, including encounters with native creatures and cultural conflicts, contribute to an adventurous plot.
- Romance — The developing relationship between the main characters, marked by attraction and emotional tension, adds a romantic dimension to the story.
Tags
Science Fiction · Fantasy · Adventure · Mystery · Supernatural · Horror · Thriller · Paranormal · Alternate Reality · Parallel Universe · Time Travel · Psychological Thriller