“A man sets out on a journey through a surreal landscape in search of a sense of purpose in Chouinard's debut novel…Chouinard's prose is consistently stimulating and poses deep philosophical questions…fans of books such as Paulo Coelho's The Alchemist (1988) will find satisfaction in searching for the story's deeper meanings. Davis' journey from being 'a man with no name, thoughts, or memories' to realizing his own inner power proves compelling, and the novel's denouement will take many by surprise. An imaginative, thought-provoking exploration of what it means to be truly alive.” – Kirkus Reviews (read the full review here)
“A man with no past and no future goes on a fantastical journey of self-discovery in Adam James Chouinard's science fiction novel, Embrace Inverse Vibrations. After spending an eternity by the sea for reasons he never thought to question, Davis awakens to the possibility of more. He abandons his predictable existence in search of something he cannot begin to understand, at least not yet. He soon realizes that there is far more to his lonely world than he ever imagined. What began as an arduous but straightforward mission becomes a quest to save an entire realm – and himself…An array of unique settings add danger and excitement to Davis's journey. With each completed task, Davis learns more about himself and his responsibilities as a human. He fights against every lesson, but in the end, he learns the wisdom and value of each. Actions have consequences, not all of which can be undone. But being human is not about being perfect; it is about admitting your mistakes and doing all you can to atone for them…The book's ending might be viewed as happy, sad, both, or anywhere in between. This is a fitting conclusion: part of the story's appeal is its willingness to explore difficult issues and acknowledge that life is often too complicated to fully understand. This makes Embrace Inverse Vibrations a good choice for anyone who wants their science fiction to make them think. Embrace Inverse Vibrations is a science fiction odyssey about how all life is connected, and about the consequences of forgetting that fact.” – Foreword Clarion Reviews (read the full review here)
“Embrace Inverse Vibrations is an epic saga in which a man awakes in a mysterious world and embarks on a journey to achieve self-awareness and enlightenment…The book asks big questions and provides even bigger answers, offering enlightening and meaningful guidance for life…Recurring characters have personality traits that run deep and influence their dialogue, especially when conversing with Davis about philosophy…His musings are emotionally wrought and immersive. The language is explorative and meandering when appropriate for a thoughtful tone, and it is faster paced and provides more tactile descriptions in scenes of action to mirror the plot's urgency. With the surrealist adventure of Alice in Wonderland and the philosophical discussions of The Alchemist, Adam James Chouinard's Embrace Inverse Vibrations is a meandering and enlightening epic with an ambitious scope.” – IndieReader (read the full review here)
