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Corridor
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Robin Parrish (Goodreads Author)
THE ONLY WAY OUT IS TO RUN.
On the eve of his seventeenth birthday, Troy Goggin finds himself inexplicably transported to an impossibly huge, miles-long structure called the Corridor. But what is the Corridor, and why was he brought to it?
It’s a place of mystery, wonder, and heart-stopping danger. It will test him and push him both mentally and physically. His only companio...more
On the eve of his seventeenth birthday, Troy Goggin finds himself inexplicably transported to an impossibly huge, miles-long structure called the Corridor. But what is the Corridor, and why was he brought to it?
It’s a place of mystery, wonder, and heart-stopping danger. It will test him and push him both mentally and physically. His only companio...more
Paperback, 160 pages
Published
April 26th 2012
by StoneHouse Ink
(first published December 22nd 2011)
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First let me say that Robin Parrish is one of my favorite authors! Not including Corridor, I've read four of his books - Vigilante (#1 on my top ten books read in 2011), Relentless, Fearless, and Merciless. His other two books, Offworld and Nightmare, are on my wish-list. :)
Corridor, from the beginning pages, grabbed my attention. I wasn't even planning on reading this book yet, just thought I'd read the first few pages and then stop. But I couldn't stop. I stayed up WAY too late reading, until...more
Corridor, from the beginning pages, grabbed my attention. I wasn't even planning on reading this book yet, just thought I'd read the first few pages and then stop. But I couldn't stop. I stayed up WAY too late reading, until...more
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Way to take an interesting concept (though not original) and completely turn me away from the book in the last few pages.
Corridor reminds me of similar books such as The Maze Runner by James Dashner. But it's shorter, less fleshed out, and the characters are rather flat in comparison. The ideas behind each room of the Corridor are interesting, but they fail in execution--mostly I wonder how (view spoiler)...more
Corridor reminds me of similar books such as The Maze Runner by James Dashner. But it's shorter, less fleshed out, and the characters are rather flat in comparison. The ideas behind each room of the Corridor are interesting, but they fail in execution--mostly I wonder how (view spoiler)...more
Nailbiter of a book, but I cannot abide the ending at all.
Troy is a boy who wakes up in a corridor. A girl tells him in his mind to run, and it's obvious he will have to survive room after room of deathtraps, for what end he doesn't know. His entire being will be tested to its limits. Will he survive?
It's a derivative situation done well. Adding the girl as Conduit adds an emotional intensity that other dystopian novels lack, and the Corridor itself is internally consistent with an impressive h...more
Troy is a boy who wakes up in a corridor. A girl tells him in his mind to run, and it's obvious he will have to survive room after room of deathtraps, for what end he doesn't know. His entire being will be tested to its limits. Will he survive?
It's a derivative situation done well. Adding the girl as Conduit adds an emotional intensity that other dystopian novels lack, and the Corridor itself is internally consistent with an impressive h...more
Corridor was imaginative, intriguing, and family friendly read. And at it's price, 2.99, a fantastic bargain.
The mystery of Troy's 'snatching' and the deadly corridor's purpose slowly unravels as he struggles to navigate it's macabre maze with the voice of a girl in his head giving cryptic advice.
Troy made a great protagonist; he was not only fun to read about, but attached to my heart and drew me in emotionally. His journey became my journey and his trials mine. Several times I even tried to f...more
The mystery of Troy's 'snatching' and the deadly corridor's purpose slowly unravels as he struggles to navigate it's macabre maze with the voice of a girl in his head giving cryptic advice.
Troy made a great protagonist; he was not only fun to read about, but attached to my heart and drew me in emotionally. His journey became my journey and his trials mine. Several times I even tried to f...more
After reading all these great reviews about this book, I had such high expectations for it, and I really hate to rain on peoples' parades, but..
I didn't think it was that great. It just wasn't my cup of tea.
I wasn't able to match Parrish's visualizations of his rooms or his world. I was often left confused and held on tightly to the words I read just to gain a sense of what was happening. Parrish was creative, don't get me wrong, but I just didn't think he delivered.
I liked his writing style in...more
I didn't think it was that great. It just wasn't my cup of tea.
I wasn't able to match Parrish's visualizations of his rooms or his world. I was often left confused and held on tightly to the words I read just to gain a sense of what was happening. Parrish was creative, don't get me wrong, but I just didn't think he delivered.
I liked his writing style in...more
A boy wakes up in a white room - the light is so blinding he must keep his eyes closed. A voice in his head - the voice of a girl - tells him to run. His life depends on it. He has no idea how he got in this room. Immediately as readers we are hooked. Corridor follows the story of this boy as he progresses through a series of rooms - each one providing another challenge.
For the first few rooms we don't know anything of why this is happening. Just like the protagonist, we are eager to find out. S...more
For the first few rooms we don't know anything of why this is happening. Just like the protagonist, we are eager to find out. S...more
I had a hard time trying to write a review for Corridor, new novella by Robin Parrish. The book is definitely SciFi, definitely a thriller, and Parrish’s first foray into YA (Young Adult) lit. Beyond that, it is hard to know where to start. On his 17th birthday, Troy wakes up in a bizarre Corridor, where he has to face one test after another in a series of rooms in which the physical challenges get increasingly harder. Figuring out the reason he is there is as much of a mystery to the reader as...more
Corridor plays like a movie in your head. The imagery is brilliantly written without being too wordy. Vonnegut would be proud because every word of this book either tells you more about the character or advances the action. With the bookstores full of zombies, vampires, wizards or dragons, Corridor is fresh. It's unique and unlike anything I've read in quite a while. This one is good ol' sci-fi mixed with fantasy that's a wholesome read for anyone. While the main character is on the brink of 17,...more
Back in 2009, I stumbled across an author named Robin Parrish and his book, Offworld. It was one of my favorites that year, as it grabbed me from page one and led me on an adventure I could see on the big screen of my imagination. When I discovered he had recently published a YA novel, I was pretty excited to read it. It did not disappoint.
Parrish's writing style throws you in the middle of the action and allows you to live the experience with the main character. He never lets up and you find yo...more
Parrish's writing style throws you in the middle of the action and allows you to live the experience with the main character. He never lets up and you find yo...more
This book is amazing. Fantastic. Any word for really good that you can think of. It's all of those. All I can think of after reading this is, Why haven't I heard of this author before? He's awesome!
Theway Robin Parrish wrote Corridor is what really made me love it. It is so suspenseful. You can't stop reading, because you need to know what happens to Troy. If I did stop, I would just wonder what would happen next. It's addictive.
And the relationship between Troy and Victoria...ohmahgosh it was...more
Theway Robin Parrish wrote Corridor is what really made me love it. It is so suspenseful. You can't stop reading, because you need to know what happens to Troy. If I did stop, I would just wonder what would happen next. It's addictive.
And the relationship between Troy and Victoria...ohmahgosh it was...more
I was pretty impressed with this book. It's geared toward young adults, but it approaches some very mature concepts in a manner that's not overwhelming. My attention was grabbed from the very first page, and I finished in one sitting, wanting to see what happened next. I came across this book while searching for more books like The Hunger Games, and was intrigued by this "corridor." I am not a huge fan of dystopian or apocalyptic fiction, but I did enjoy The Hunger Games, Feyland, and Gameland s...more
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The concept drew me into this story immediately and, I believe, was the story’s greatest strength. Don’t expect a plot thriller. Although it starts out strong, with room-after-room of terror and near misses, the growing relationship between Troy and Victoria is just as much the focus as the journey. Plus a lot of Troy’s internal monologue—how much does he want to live? So this concept. It’s introduced from the first page. Troy wakes up in a blin...more
The concept drew me into this story immediately and, I believe, was the story’s greatest strength. Don’t expect a plot thriller. Although it starts out strong, with room-after-room of terror and near misses, the growing relationship between Troy and Victoria is just as much the focus as the journey. Plus a lot of Troy’s internal monologue—how much does he want to live? So this concept. It’s introduced from the first page. Troy wakes up in a blin...more
Robin Parrish is one of my favorite authors. From book to book, you never know what to expect from him. Well, let me correct that. You know that you can expect a well-crafted story that will have you turning the pages faster than a speeding bullet. But he has written in a variety of genres - sci-fi, horror, superhero. With "Corridor," Parrish ventures into YA territory for the first time, and the results speak for themselves. He makes the transition seamlessly, crafting a fast-paced story with c...more
Troy wakes up, unsure of how he got in an all-white room. Then a voice in his head tells him that the only way out is to run. From room to room, Troy and his Conduit (an equally trapped girl named Victoria) have to figure out his escape. With ample tension and frenetic pacing, Parrish delivers a rousing ride. While the book is too short, and the conclusion feels abrupt, the overall effort is highly entertaining.
I read his whole book in about an hour and a half before the family got up. I've seen video games with a similar premise, so it was fun to read in a book. I wished some of the language had been more powerful, and I had trouble envisioning the yellow room. But aside from that, I enjoyed the story very much. It was the perfect length, too.
Starts off with a bang, and continues with adrenalin rush! A young man finds himself mysteriously placed in a deadly puzzle with only a disembodied voice, of a young woman, to guide him. With only limited answers, and a will to live, can he win the race? Intriguing and surprising. Good story :)
Though most of Robin Parrish's books have a spiritual tie-in, this one was pure Sci-Fi/Fantasy. Corridor captured my attention from the beginning and I read it cover to cover without putting it down. It was interesting, imaginative and suspenseful. Pick up a copy - you won't regret it
Decent read but not too engaging. The story line felt a bit pushed to fit on with the dystopian trend but he doesn't quite pull it off. Then again, it is a YA book. It is entertaining though and would make for a good quick read on a rainy weekend.
Ok. At times suspenseful. Loved the rooms and the challenges. Would have enjoyed more interaction between the two characters - more intimate - would have made the climax more powerful. Didn't enjoy the denouement - tedious, a tad boring.
I can't...even describe how amazing this book was. Robin Parrish blew my mind away with his crazy-wild imagination. I love this book!
...That's really all I can say. I don't know how to tell you how awesome this book is.
...That's really all I can say. I don't know how to tell you how awesome this book is.
Wow, what a book, really enjoyed this YA dystopian book. Full of twists and turns to keep you guessing, and I certainly didn't see that ending coming.
If you loved James Dashner's Maze trilogy crossed with a healthy dose of the Crystal Maze ,you will certainly enjoy this.!
Loved it, can highly recommend !!
If you loved James Dashner's Maze trilogy crossed with a healthy dose of the Crystal Maze ,you will certainly enjoy this.!
Loved it, can highly recommend !!
Parrish is one of the best at writing page-turners. While directed at YA, I wouldn't relegate it to that category. It certainly has enough suspense and hits on some mature morals.
Like Hunger Games, but with a male lead character and slightly more believable dystopian setting. Easy read, finished in one sitting. I'll be lookin up more from this author.
A past paced, gripping book. The ending for me was sudden. It seems like there should be more to the story.
Interesting, mysterious, suspenseful, heartbreaking, thoughtful. And a breakneck pace that grabs you on the first line, and doesn't let go until you've finished.
I've never written a review before, but I felt compelled to write one for Corridor. Its just that good. I cannot recommend it higher.
And at 2.99 on amazon, its a steal. Easily worth the price of admission and then some.
My only complaint is that it isn't long enough. The second it was over, I wished there was more. It looks like it may t...more
I've never written a review before, but I felt compelled to write one for Corridor. Its just that good. I cannot recommend it higher.
And at 2.99 on amazon, its a steal. Easily worth the price of admission and then some.
My only complaint is that it isn't long enough. The second it was over, I wished there was more. It looks like it may t...more
Characters were flat, the story predictable.
3.5
Review soon to come
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Yet once more, Robin Parrish manages to create another story that's convinced to give up one particular thing- predicting what he'll be doing. There's no way I could have predicted what would happen, nor the purposes. Can't wait for his next read.
Very fast-paced right from the start, making this book a quick, easy read. The one downside is that the pacing doesn't slow enough to allow for much background or character development, though there is still some.
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"Robin Parrish is a keen-eyed, passionate pop cultural savant,Novelist. Journalist. Pop culture guru.
whose writing is as incisive and insightful as it is entertaining."
- Allan Heinberg, Executive Producer, Grey's Anatomy
Just a few words to describe Robin Parrish, a culturally-minded writer with a passion for archetypal mythologies and the truths they represent about the nature of our existence.
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