"Goodreads reviews: Jun 14, 2021 Jade O'Hara rated it it was amazing

A very good sci fi. The plot is moving at a good pace and the characters are very well developed. I enjoyed it. 5 stars from me.

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Jun 13, 2021 Karen  rated it it was amazing

I recommend Unwinding the Serpent because I've enjoyed the story. I recommend to the sci fi lovers. (less)

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 Jun 15, 2021 Chris Harris rated it it was amazing

Unwinding the Serpent by Robert Paul Blumenstein is a very compelling novel. I was hooked from the beginning and the end surprised me. I recommend.

 Unwinding the Serpent

by Robert Paul Blumenstein

Atmosphere Press

book review by Nicole Yurcaba US Review of Books (https://www.theusreview.com/reviews-1/Unwinding-the-Serpent-by-Robert-Paul-Blumenstein.html)

""The Mass halted momentarily and hovered directly above the town.""

This intricate and extraterrestrial tale begins for readers in 1793 in the small town of Johnnycake, Virginia. Strange lights in the skies alert the townspeople, and when a few men discover an even stranger disc-like object on a far ridge, an unworldly truth propels the townspeople into events they could never have imagined. Then, in 1973, a man named Richard submits to hypnosis, which leads him into various events related to those that happened in 1793. By the book's conclusion, readers have been transported to the year 3197, where a millennia-old secret the universe has been holding is unlocked.

In this book, readers find elements of science fiction that will likely shock and engage them from the novel's beginning to its end. Unique in its structure and plot, the narrative examines multiple elements of the human psyche, including communication, the power of dreams, and the unexplained. It also closely looks at faith and beliefs and the difference between the modern and the primitive in both: ""'This is an impression from a woodcut showing villagers driving a devil from their town. Others, as you see, have been staked and set afire to burn. Very cruel, especially when, later in history, man routed out his own kind falsely and accused them of being witches, warlocks and devils and put them to death.'"" Readers with a flare for tales of UFOs and extraterrestrial-themed science fiction works will find this book a page-turner. Perfect for young adult and adult readers, this book contains elements of a series like Animorphs for young readers and films like Fire in the Sky for adults.

Reviewed By Susan Sewell for Readers’ Favorite

The attack of extraterrestrial creatures on an eighteen-century town sets the stage for intrigue and conspiracy that spans millennia in the science-fiction novel, Unwinding the Serpent by Robert Paul Blumenstein. In 1793, Delmar Witcher Hannamyer and the town of Johnnycake, Virginia are visited by alien creatures that are wiping out their community. A stranger appears from out of nowhere and helps Hannamyer and the residents of Johnnycake battle the aliens. In 1973, Richard Stubens, a scientist, experiences dreams that result in him sleepwalking. Seeking help from his friend Mac, a psychologist, Richard undergoes past-life regression hypnosis to determine the cause of his dreams. Transported back to 1793 Johnnycake, Richard meets Hannamyer, the man in his dreams, and helps him fight the aliens. As Mac and Richard delve into the strange aspects of Richard's hypnosis, a woman inserts herself into Richard's life with devastating results on his career and his life. Reincarnated in 3197, Henoch and his soul mate, Angelika, must solve the puzzling connection between Hannamyer and Richard and how they relate to the present in order to save Earth.

Reviewed By Susan Sewell for Readers’ Favorite (https://readersfavorite.com/book-review/unwinding-the-serpent)

The attack of extraterrestrial creatures on an eighteen-century town sets the stage for intrigue and conspiracy that spans millennia in the science-fiction novel, Unwinding the Serpent by Robert Paul Blumenstein. In 1793, Delmar Witcher Hannamyer and the town of Johnnycake, Virginia are visited by alien creatures that are wiping out their community. A stranger appears from out of nowhere and helps Hannamyer and the residents of Johnnycake battle the aliens. In 1973, Richard Stubens, a scientist, experiences dreams that result in him sleepwalking. Seeking help from his friend Mac, a psychologist, Richard undergoes past-life regression hypnosis to determine the cause of his dreams. Transported back to 1793 Johnnycake, Richard meets Hannamyer, the man in his dreams, and helps him fight the aliens. As Mac and Richard delve into the strange aspects of Richard's hypnosis, a woman inserts herself into Richard's life with devastating results on his career and his life. Reincarnated in 3197, Henoch and his soul mate, Angelika, must solve the puzzling connection between Hannamyer and Richard and how they relate to the present in order to save Earth.

Incorporating the elements of intergalactic beings, quantum physics, time travel, and reincarnation, Unwinding the Serpent by Robert Paul Blumenstein is a brilliant science-fiction novel. The story has a fascinating plot that takes the reader on a thrilling adventure through time. The storyline is mesmerizing, and the author has done a marvelous job of blending unique sciences and spiritual elements to form a remarkable tale. I loved the historical setting of Johnnycake and was impressed by the smooth transition between the three sections of the book. It is a sensational novel that will entertain everyone who enjoys science-fiction stories based on science with a spiritual undertone.

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Reviewed By Christian Sia for Readers’ Favorite

Unwinding the Serpent by Robert Paul Blumenstein is a science fiction novel with strong shades of the supernatural. A potent threat looms over humanity: a plot to enslave the human race by an alien power. Avatars are reincarnated beings who have watched over humanity for years to ensure humans grow naturally. Faced with the impending threat, they find themselves shuffling through different timelines tracing the imprint of the human soul, creating a fascinating adventure that culminates in the seedling: the birth of a child during the Summer Solstice in 3197. The question that accompanies readers as they follow this adventure is: can they save humanity?

Unwinding the Serpent is a work of great imagination and creativity. Robert Paul Blumenstein takes readers through different centuries, from 1793 in Johnnycake, Virginia, to the future in the 1940s, to 1973, and to 3197. The characters are extraordinary beings with incredible abilities, and readers will enjoy the couple Bonnie Adair Costello and Peyton Stephen Costello, also known as Angelika and Henoch. The scenes are well-crafted, and some situations defy science and physics. For instance, readers will encounter a man sleeping in 1793 and dreaming of Richard Stubens in 1973. A prisoner in 1973 is one entity with a character in 3197, existing within the same time current, yet present at two different places and timelines. The writing is impeccably good, studded with fascinating descriptions and well-constructed dialogues.

The author creates rock-solid characters, and while they possess extraordinary abilities, they are relatable, engaging in banter that is entertaining and imbued with humanity. Concepts like the realm of superconsciousness known as Zeitstrom, the current of time energy in which all creative consciousness of the universe flows, are intriguing. It is easy for the reader to believe it is accurate. In the gripping Unwinding the Serpent, a couple sets out to protect humanity from impending subjugation, traveling through different timelines to unravel the hidden secret of the human DNA. Told in dazzling prose and featuring memorable characters, this delightful story will surely transport any reader to dreamland.