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A Dark Slip of Time
Virlana Kardash
2026 Finalist
352 Pages
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Fiction - Time Travel
Reviewed by Tanya Kays for Readers' Favorite
In A Dark Slip of Time by Virlana Kardash, Allie is a scholar who knows more about 13th-century death than 21st-century dating. Her life as a PhD student, struggling single mother, and scholar is interrupted by slips in time that transport her from modern Toronto to the violent Scottish Borderlands of 1296. The person who triggers these slips in time is Callum, a man who appears in her life as a stranger, yet who believes he is her soulmate from another time. Suddenly, Allie takes on the persona of Aileen, a woman caught in a world of clan feuds and impending sieges. The stakes are higher than just her thesis; she is being targeted by traitors in the past and pirates in the 1750s. Does her growing love for Callum have enough strength to survive these deadly time slips that keep tearing them apart?
Virlana Kardash's A Dark Slip of Time is a hauntingly beautiful historical romance that feels like a violent collision between the centuries. Moving with a fast, riveting pace, the story delivers authentic action—from bloody raids to high-stakes sea battles. But Allie and Callum are the real heart of the book; their bond isn't just about chemistry, it’s about bearing the burden of carrying memories that haven’t happened yet. Watching Allie find her voice in a patriarchal world makes this as much a story of identity and reincarnation as it is about time travel. Kardash avoids using generic fantasy tropes. Rather, she uses sensory details that make every shift in time feel like a physical change in the air. It's a must-read for fans of strong, capable heroines fighting for their independence across every era. Highly recommended.
In A Dark Slip of Time by Virlana Kardash, Allie is a scholar who knows more about 13th-century death than 21st-century dating. Her life as a PhD student, struggling single mother, and scholar is interrupted by slips in time that transport her from modern Toronto to the violent Scottish Borderlands of 1296. The person who triggers these slips in time is Callum, a man who appears in her life as a stranger, yet who believes he is her soulmate from another time. Suddenly, Allie takes on the persona of Aileen, a woman caught in a world of clan feuds and impending sieges. The stakes are higher than just her thesis; she is being targeted by traitors in the past and pirates in the 1750s. Does her growing love for Callum have enough strength to survive these deadly time slips that keep tearing them apart?
Virlana Kardash's A Dark Slip of Time is a hauntingly beautiful historical romance that feels like a violent collision between the centuries. Moving with a fast, riveting pace, the story delivers authentic action—from bloody raids to high-stakes sea battles. But Allie and Callum are the real heart of the book; their bond isn't just about chemistry, it’s about bearing the burden of carrying memories that haven’t happened yet. Watching Allie find her voice in a patriarchal world makes this as much a story of identity and reincarnation as it is about time travel. Kardash avoids using generic fantasy tropes. Rather, she uses sensory details that make every shift in time feel like a physical change in the air. It's a must-read for fans of strong, capable heroines fighting for their independence across every era. Highly recommended.
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A Tryst In Time
Casi McLean
2026 Honorable Mention
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Fiction - Time Travel
Reviewed by Frank Mutuma for Readers' Favorite
Adoptive parents raised Sutton McKaihan in Georgia near Lake Lanier, which was associated with chilling mysteries, inexplicable vanishings, paranormal activity, and haunting ghost tales. One day, something inexplicable happens: Sutton enters the cave on Three Sisters Island and exits onto a remote spot somewhere in the West Indies. In the cave, she meets Beck, who moved from Scotland to Montserrat for a better future, like many others his age. The circumstances under which they meet are unusual, as Beck is beaten up and shackled. Sutton frees him, and together they escape as Beck tells her of the notorious pirates who had beaten him up. Things become stranger as Sutton realizes it is April 30, 1717. How will things turn out in A Tryst In Time by Casi McLean as the two get close and deal with one of history's most notorious pirates?
A Tryst In Time by Casi McLean is wonderfully written, and the blending of time travel and romance makes it one of a kind. I loved the flawless flow of the plotline, which left no room for confusion. Casi ensured that all events were vividly described, which helped create a mental picture of what was happening. The writing is engaging and filled with well-crafted dialogue that brings the story and the well-developed characters to life. This was also a thought-provoking work, which triggered my curiosity in Scottish history. The narration was perfect, which added to the overall beauty of the work, and the reader will also appreciate the easy-to-understand language used, which makes the work accessible to all audiences. This is a good story, and I look forward to reading something else by this author.
Adoptive parents raised Sutton McKaihan in Georgia near Lake Lanier, which was associated with chilling mysteries, inexplicable vanishings, paranormal activity, and haunting ghost tales. One day, something inexplicable happens: Sutton enters the cave on Three Sisters Island and exits onto a remote spot somewhere in the West Indies. In the cave, she meets Beck, who moved from Scotland to Montserrat for a better future, like many others his age. The circumstances under which they meet are unusual, as Beck is beaten up and shackled. Sutton frees him, and together they escape as Beck tells her of the notorious pirates who had beaten him up. Things become stranger as Sutton realizes it is April 30, 1717. How will things turn out in A Tryst In Time by Casi McLean as the two get close and deal with one of history's most notorious pirates?
A Tryst In Time by Casi McLean is wonderfully written, and the blending of time travel and romance makes it one of a kind. I loved the flawless flow of the plotline, which left no room for confusion. Casi ensured that all events were vividly described, which helped create a mental picture of what was happening. The writing is engaging and filled with well-crafted dialogue that brings the story and the well-developed characters to life. This was also a thought-provoking work, which triggered my curiosity in Scottish history. The narration was perfect, which added to the overall beauty of the work, and the reader will also appreciate the easy-to-understand language used, which makes the work accessible to all audiences. This is a good story, and I look forward to reading something else by this author.
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The Right Time
Back to the 80s
Lena Gibson
2026 Bronze Medal
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Fiction - Time Travel
Reviewed by Keith Mbuya for Readers' Favorite
Thirty-year-old Andie Marks, a reserved public school teacher in Seattle, had had enough of her abusive husband, Dylan Marks. He had hit her again, and she knew this would not be the last time. Hellbent on freeing herself from this toxic union, Andie flees to a rental across town and begins the separation process. However, it’s not long before Dylan comes knocking, chaotically trying to get back into her life and disrupting her attempt at a fresh start. Thanks to her new neighbour, Andie is introduced to Dr. Maeve, an unconventional therapist, who offers to help deal with her plight. Soon, Andie finds herself sent back in time to 1985, where she is offered a clean slate and another chance at love. Find out how it all goes down in Lena Gibson’s The Right Time: Back to the 80s.
If you are looking for a slow-burning romance novel with a touch of drama, suspense, fantasy, and sci-fi, Lena Gibson’s The Right Time is the perfect pick. Featuring a fascinating, dynamic cast, Gibson unfolds the intriguing plot through a multi-perspective timeline. The evocative depictions colorfully brought the scenes to life on the pages. It felt like I was next to the cast in every scene, experiencing every moment alongside them. Gibson has a way with words, profoundly conjuring emotions straight from the heart. Coupled with the juxtaposition of the cast’s complex traits, which gave the story a firm grip on reality, it was easy to connect with them. I found myself rooting for Andie and Zack as I related to their desires, fears, flaws, trauma, and more.
Thirty-year-old Andie Marks, a reserved public school teacher in Seattle, had had enough of her abusive husband, Dylan Marks. He had hit her again, and she knew this would not be the last time. Hellbent on freeing herself from this toxic union, Andie flees to a rental across town and begins the separation process. However, it’s not long before Dylan comes knocking, chaotically trying to get back into her life and disrupting her attempt at a fresh start. Thanks to her new neighbour, Andie is introduced to Dr. Maeve, an unconventional therapist, who offers to help deal with her plight. Soon, Andie finds herself sent back in time to 1985, where she is offered a clean slate and another chance at love. Find out how it all goes down in Lena Gibson’s The Right Time: Back to the 80s.
If you are looking for a slow-burning romance novel with a touch of drama, suspense, fantasy, and sci-fi, Lena Gibson’s The Right Time is the perfect pick. Featuring a fascinating, dynamic cast, Gibson unfolds the intriguing plot through a multi-perspective timeline. The evocative depictions colorfully brought the scenes to life on the pages. It felt like I was next to the cast in every scene, experiencing every moment alongside them. Gibson has a way with words, profoundly conjuring emotions straight from the heart. Coupled with the juxtaposition of the cast’s complex traits, which gave the story a firm grip on reality, it was easy to connect with them. I found myself rooting for Andie and Zack as I related to their desires, fears, flaws, trauma, and more.
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Eleven Elements
Book One Healing Waters
Robby Joshi
2026 Silver Medal
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Fiction - Time Travel
Reviewed by Pikasho Deka for Readers' Favorite
Eleven Elements is the first book in the Healing Waters series by Robby Joshi. In the 26th century, humanity is living in a utopian society. Wars, hunger, and social divisions no longer exist. But when this ideal reality is threatened, Commander Max Renner and his regiment of time travelers are sent back in time to 21st-century Florida on a crucial mission to find the enigmatic author, Joshua DeWine. DeWine's Manifesto of Eleven Elements laid down the foundation of Max's ideal society. Things don't go according to plan, however. Max and his team lose some of their colleagues in this mission. Events spiral out of control when the FBI starts hunting Max and his friends. With DeWine out of the picture and his writings lost, can Max save his reality?
Provocative and futuristic, Eleven Elements is a brilliant start to an epic sci-fi saga. This thought-provoking novel pushes the boundaries of your imagination in ways that you never expected. Robby Joshi builds on an intriguing premise, drawing the reader into an immersive world full of invigorating ideas and tantalizing mysteries. Joshi takes his time to set up the characters and the plot. The narrative is deliberately paced, with careful attention to detail in the plot, filled with unpredictable twists and turns. Max's camaraderie with his colleagues and his romance with Nicole were some of the highlights of the book for me. The ending leaves things quite open-ended, and it only made me even more eager to read the sequel. If you enjoy sci-fi and futuristic concepts, this will be right up your alley!
Eleven Elements is the first book in the Healing Waters series by Robby Joshi. In the 26th century, humanity is living in a utopian society. Wars, hunger, and social divisions no longer exist. But when this ideal reality is threatened, Commander Max Renner and his regiment of time travelers are sent back in time to 21st-century Florida on a crucial mission to find the enigmatic author, Joshua DeWine. DeWine's Manifesto of Eleven Elements laid down the foundation of Max's ideal society. Things don't go according to plan, however. Max and his team lose some of their colleagues in this mission. Events spiral out of control when the FBI starts hunting Max and his friends. With DeWine out of the picture and his writings lost, can Max save his reality?
Provocative and futuristic, Eleven Elements is a brilliant start to an epic sci-fi saga. This thought-provoking novel pushes the boundaries of your imagination in ways that you never expected. Robby Joshi builds on an intriguing premise, drawing the reader into an immersive world full of invigorating ideas and tantalizing mysteries. Joshi takes his time to set up the characters and the plot. The narrative is deliberately paced, with careful attention to detail in the plot, filled with unpredictable twists and turns. Max's camaraderie with his colleagues and his romance with Nicole were some of the highlights of the book for me. The ending leaves things quite open-ended, and it only made me even more eager to read the sequel. If you enjoy sci-fi and futuristic concepts, this will be right up your alley!
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Time and Space
Shireen Jeejeebhoy
2026 Gold Medal
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Fiction - Time Travel
Reviewed by Richard Prause for Readers' Favorite
Time and Space by Shireen Jeejeebhoy tells the story of Time, a forty-year-old woman living an ordinary life in Toronto. One day, she is abducted by youths from the future, forever altering her destiny as she knows it. Carried across centuries, Time finds herself trapped in ominous societies where women are robbed of their full autonomy. Class divisions govern daily life, and survival requires either resistance or compliance. At every step of the way, our determined heroine meets strangers who either attempt to take advantage of her vulnerable situation or show her kindness. As Time faces these oppressive conditions, she is encouraged to develop fearlessness and resilience. Bold and highly satirical, this provocative book reveals just how far a person is willing to go to regain their life, especially when every choice poses a threat to their very existence.
Shireen Jeejeebhoy's Time and Space stands out for its daring blend of sci-fi and social commentary. Jeejeebhoy's writing is sharp and sometimes edgy, but wholly engaging. This novel will remind readers of traditional dystopian classics, while keeping its own unique modern voice. The writing glides fluidly between tense, fast-paced moments and more deliberate, profound ones. For this reason, readers will discover excitement and the freedom to process what is unfolding in each mesmerizing chapter. The characters are fascinating and nuanced. Time begins a riveting journey into the unknown, but her growth shows tremendous potential. She shows us how resilience and learning can spark necessary change across history and different timelines. I marveled at the way supporting figures actually expose the various sides of power, compassion, and rebellion. The world-building is brought to life by thought-provoking conflict and ways in which people wield control. Readers who appreciate intense novels with rich world-building and feminist themes will enjoy this timeless tale.
Time and Space by Shireen Jeejeebhoy tells the story of Time, a forty-year-old woman living an ordinary life in Toronto. One day, she is abducted by youths from the future, forever altering her destiny as she knows it. Carried across centuries, Time finds herself trapped in ominous societies where women are robbed of their full autonomy. Class divisions govern daily life, and survival requires either resistance or compliance. At every step of the way, our determined heroine meets strangers who either attempt to take advantage of her vulnerable situation or show her kindness. As Time faces these oppressive conditions, she is encouraged to develop fearlessness and resilience. Bold and highly satirical, this provocative book reveals just how far a person is willing to go to regain their life, especially when every choice poses a threat to their very existence.
Shireen Jeejeebhoy's Time and Space stands out for its daring blend of sci-fi and social commentary. Jeejeebhoy's writing is sharp and sometimes edgy, but wholly engaging. This novel will remind readers of traditional dystopian classics, while keeping its own unique modern voice. The writing glides fluidly between tense, fast-paced moments and more deliberate, profound ones. For this reason, readers will discover excitement and the freedom to process what is unfolding in each mesmerizing chapter. The characters are fascinating and nuanced. Time begins a riveting journey into the unknown, but her growth shows tremendous potential. She shows us how resilience and learning can spark necessary change across history and different timelines. I marveled at the way supporting figures actually expose the various sides of power, compassion, and rebellion. The world-building is brought to life by thought-provoking conflict and ways in which people wield control. Readers who appreciate intense novels with rich world-building and feminist themes will enjoy this timeless tale.
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A Week and a Day
Hal Adkins
2025 Finalist
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Fiction - Time Travel
Reviewed by Romuald Dzemo for Readers' Favorite
A Week and a Day by Hal Adkins is an intriguing time travel narrative that explores time, memory, love, and identity through the surreal journey of David Hamilton, a World War II fighter pilot who wakes up in a different time with no memory of how he got there. The story begins with David aboard an aircraft carrier during the Battle of Okinawa in 1945, where he experiences the chaos of war and the tragic loss of friends. After a catastrophic hit to his plane, he seemingly dies but then wakes up in 2019 Florida, in the body of a man named Derek Haynes, with no explanation for his sudden shift across time and space. As he struggles to find his way in this unfamiliar world, he must reckon with his past life, the loss of his family, and the strange feeling of being caught between worlds—neither alive in one nor entirely dead in the other.
Hal Adkins' story is gripping and hooked me from the very beginning. I enjoyed the compelling premise of waking up in a different era and being confused, a scenario that defies human imagination. The author uses this premise to create a conflict that drives the story forward. The characterization in A Week and a Day is stellar, and David is a complex, multilayered character, together with his wife and other supporting characters. The setting shifts from the war-torn Pacific aboard the USS Bennington to the modern landscapes of Florida, executed with great detail. The author writes about love and loss, themes ingeniously explored as David longs for his family and struggles to reconcile his identity. The story also delves into existential questions about fate, purpose, and the nature of reality. This book will delight readers with its intriguing characters, exquisite prose, and skillful plotting.
A Week and a Day by Hal Adkins is an intriguing time travel narrative that explores time, memory, love, and identity through the surreal journey of David Hamilton, a World War II fighter pilot who wakes up in a different time with no memory of how he got there. The story begins with David aboard an aircraft carrier during the Battle of Okinawa in 1945, where he experiences the chaos of war and the tragic loss of friends. After a catastrophic hit to his plane, he seemingly dies but then wakes up in 2019 Florida, in the body of a man named Derek Haynes, with no explanation for his sudden shift across time and space. As he struggles to find his way in this unfamiliar world, he must reckon with his past life, the loss of his family, and the strange feeling of being caught between worlds—neither alive in one nor entirely dead in the other.
Hal Adkins' story is gripping and hooked me from the very beginning. I enjoyed the compelling premise of waking up in a different era and being confused, a scenario that defies human imagination. The author uses this premise to create a conflict that drives the story forward. The characterization in A Week and a Day is stellar, and David is a complex, multilayered character, together with his wife and other supporting characters. The setting shifts from the war-torn Pacific aboard the USS Bennington to the modern landscapes of Florida, executed with great detail. The author writes about love and loss, themes ingeniously explored as David longs for his family and struggles to reconcile his identity. The story also delves into existential questions about fate, purpose, and the nature of reality. This book will delight readers with its intriguing characters, exquisite prose, and skillful plotting.
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Love Lost in Time
A Tale of Love, Death and Redemption
Cathie Dunn
2025 Honorable Mention
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Fiction - Time Travel
Reviewed by Evelyn Nan Gwartney for Readers' Favorite
Love Lost in Time by Cathie Dunn gifts the reader with a mystical kind of tale set in Carcassonne, a historical city in France. The plot shifts between two time periods: 973 AD and 2018 AD. In 2018, Maddie is a divorced woman who moves into her deceased mother’s house. An incredible discovery at the house links her to an ancient countess, Hilda, who lived in 973 AD. Maddie feels a bond with everything that is new for her: the house, a love interest, new friends, and a woman named Hilda. Mattie's bond with Hilda feels sincere. Because we get acquainted with Hilda in her ancient city and time, we feel endeared to her when she becomes the ghost. Justice was well deserved for her tormentor/killer. I liked that Maddie softened toward her mother, and she was able to understand her true heritage. I loved the joy she felt when she connected to some of her long lost relatives. It must have been a burden lifted.
Love Lost in Time is a historical and modern-day adventure for anyone who loves a ghost story. Hilda’s immortal state swayed me to embrace an unusual friendship with her. The split in time is intriguing for the contrast between the two different cultures, and I really enjoyed how the dialect of early AD and late AD embraced the two cultural differences between the old world and the new. The novel mainly focuses on the historical Carcassonne, whereas the contemporary Carcassonne sporadically offers the reader a break from the intriguing history of Carcassonne and its story of betrayal. When the two time periods come together, the author does a great job of making it feel like justice is done for Hilda and her family. The proper disposal of Hilda’s remains feels like closure, not only for Hilda and her family but for the reader as well. Love Lost in Time is a wonderful story of love and friendship in modern and ancient times.
Love Lost in Time by Cathie Dunn gifts the reader with a mystical kind of tale set in Carcassonne, a historical city in France. The plot shifts between two time periods: 973 AD and 2018 AD. In 2018, Maddie is a divorced woman who moves into her deceased mother’s house. An incredible discovery at the house links her to an ancient countess, Hilda, who lived in 973 AD. Maddie feels a bond with everything that is new for her: the house, a love interest, new friends, and a woman named Hilda. Mattie's bond with Hilda feels sincere. Because we get acquainted with Hilda in her ancient city and time, we feel endeared to her when she becomes the ghost. Justice was well deserved for her tormentor/killer. I liked that Maddie softened toward her mother, and she was able to understand her true heritage. I loved the joy she felt when she connected to some of her long lost relatives. It must have been a burden lifted.
Love Lost in Time is a historical and modern-day adventure for anyone who loves a ghost story. Hilda’s immortal state swayed me to embrace an unusual friendship with her. The split in time is intriguing for the contrast between the two different cultures, and I really enjoyed how the dialect of early AD and late AD embraced the two cultural differences between the old world and the new. The novel mainly focuses on the historical Carcassonne, whereas the contemporary Carcassonne sporadically offers the reader a break from the intriguing history of Carcassonne and its story of betrayal. When the two time periods come together, the author does a great job of making it feel like justice is done for Hilda and her family. The proper disposal of Hilda’s remains feels like closure, not only for Hilda and her family but for the reader as well. Love Lost in Time is a wonderful story of love and friendship in modern and ancient times.
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Perūn's Hammer
Ian Heller
2025 Bronze Medal
324 Pages
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Fiction - Time Travel
Reviewed by K.C. Finn for Readers' Favorite
Perūn’s Hammer by Ian Heller is a pulse-pounding sci-fi thriller where history, journalism, and global politics collide. When Rich Penton, a lead reporter for the investigative show ‘RECON’, begins receiving impossible video footage of past events like the truth behind Amelia Earhart and the Tulsa Massacre, he’s intrigued. But when a video reveals a future asteroid strike on Chicago, the intrigue turns into a deadly chase involving assassins, military blackouts, and a global cover-up. As Rich and his team unravel who is sending the videos and why, it becomes clear that the sender is not human, and the fate of humanity may depend on their next move. Fast-paced, smart, and packed with conspiracy, Perūn’s Hammer is sci-fi for the age of misinformation.
Author Ian Heller has hit on a highly original concept for this brilliant sci-fi tale, and the premise gripped me from the first moment. Rich is a brilliant central figure as the focus of the action, and his quick reactions and deeply considered suspicions are narrated with close, emotive detail to draw readers into every shocking revelation. I also loved the historical examples that were chosen, as they highlight a wide variety of cultural and social issues. Heller weaves real history and future shocks very smoothly into an edge-of-your-seat ride with great pacing. The twists are also clever, cinematic, and crackling with tension for a plot that’s never dull but still has time to breathe, creating sci-fi with brains and bite but also a hero to be personally invested in by the startling and satisfying conclusion. A lot of depth and clever theming under the surface of the action and tension makes for a thought-provoking exploration of how truth, power, and technology collide. Overall, I would certainly recommend Perūn’s Hammer for fans of intelligently penned sci-fi that’s also totally addictive reading.
Perūn’s Hammer by Ian Heller is a pulse-pounding sci-fi thriller where history, journalism, and global politics collide. When Rich Penton, a lead reporter for the investigative show ‘RECON’, begins receiving impossible video footage of past events like the truth behind Amelia Earhart and the Tulsa Massacre, he’s intrigued. But when a video reveals a future asteroid strike on Chicago, the intrigue turns into a deadly chase involving assassins, military blackouts, and a global cover-up. As Rich and his team unravel who is sending the videos and why, it becomes clear that the sender is not human, and the fate of humanity may depend on their next move. Fast-paced, smart, and packed with conspiracy, Perūn’s Hammer is sci-fi for the age of misinformation.
Author Ian Heller has hit on a highly original concept for this brilliant sci-fi tale, and the premise gripped me from the first moment. Rich is a brilliant central figure as the focus of the action, and his quick reactions and deeply considered suspicions are narrated with close, emotive detail to draw readers into every shocking revelation. I also loved the historical examples that were chosen, as they highlight a wide variety of cultural and social issues. Heller weaves real history and future shocks very smoothly into an edge-of-your-seat ride with great pacing. The twists are also clever, cinematic, and crackling with tension for a plot that’s never dull but still has time to breathe, creating sci-fi with brains and bite but also a hero to be personally invested in by the startling and satisfying conclusion. A lot of depth and clever theming under the surface of the action and tension makes for a thought-provoking exploration of how truth, power, and technology collide. Overall, I would certainly recommend Perūn’s Hammer for fans of intelligently penned sci-fi that’s also totally addictive reading.
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The Timepiece Paradox
Book Two of the Timepiece Series
Kevin D Miller
2025 Silver Medal
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Fiction - Time Travel
Reviewed by Jamie Michele for Readers' Favorite
The Timepiece Paradox by Kevin D Miller is book two in the Timepiece Series. In the first installment, Bodhi McMullin receives a timepiece from his dying grandmother, who reveals his true lineage and claims the watch allows time travel, claims Bodhi soon confirms as true. He encounters a transcendent love and difficult choices, ultimately embarking on a perilous journey to rescue his daughter Cassie from a time-traveling wormhole. In this installment, it is years later and Cassie visits her dad at Gram's beach house, where she finds a disturbing letter in Gram's diary. Using the timepiece to seek answers, she is unexpectedly transported to frightening, unknown places. Stranded in time and controlled by the relic, Cassie must discern what the piece's true nature is. The answers she uncovers, and whether or not she can see the journey's challenges through, could bring her back or leave her lost in time permanently.
Kevin D Miller does an excellent job of promptly ramping up the emotional conflict, getting readers immediately invested in the story. It should be noted that The Timepiece Paradox reads perfectly fine as a stand-alone, although beginning with book two robs a reader of the build-up through Bodhi's story provided in book one. The most important element in time-travel fiction, aside from its main plot, is its ability to effectively incorporate historical context and setting, transporting readers to different periods with both descriptions and authentic details. The standout for me is in Miller's portrayal of World War II-era Hawaii, including Pearl Harbor and wartime efforts, which completely grounds Cassie's moment in time within a real historical context. All of this ties into the heartbreaking sacrifices Cassie's lineage requires and those themes of destiny and free will are executed by Miller perfectly. Very highly recommended.
The Timepiece Paradox by Kevin D Miller is book two in the Timepiece Series. In the first installment, Bodhi McMullin receives a timepiece from his dying grandmother, who reveals his true lineage and claims the watch allows time travel, claims Bodhi soon confirms as true. He encounters a transcendent love and difficult choices, ultimately embarking on a perilous journey to rescue his daughter Cassie from a time-traveling wormhole. In this installment, it is years later and Cassie visits her dad at Gram's beach house, where she finds a disturbing letter in Gram's diary. Using the timepiece to seek answers, she is unexpectedly transported to frightening, unknown places. Stranded in time and controlled by the relic, Cassie must discern what the piece's true nature is. The answers she uncovers, and whether or not she can see the journey's challenges through, could bring her back or leave her lost in time permanently.
Kevin D Miller does an excellent job of promptly ramping up the emotional conflict, getting readers immediately invested in the story. It should be noted that The Timepiece Paradox reads perfectly fine as a stand-alone, although beginning with book two robs a reader of the build-up through Bodhi's story provided in book one. The most important element in time-travel fiction, aside from its main plot, is its ability to effectively incorporate historical context and setting, transporting readers to different periods with both descriptions and authentic details. The standout for me is in Miller's portrayal of World War II-era Hawaii, including Pearl Harbor and wartime efforts, which completely grounds Cassie's moment in time within a real historical context. All of this ties into the heartbreaking sacrifices Cassie's lineage requires and those themes of destiny and free will are executed by Miller perfectly. Very highly recommended.
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Beneath the Lake: A Time Travel Romantic Suspense (Lake Lanier Mysteries Book 1)
Casi McLean
2025 Gold Medal
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Fiction - Time Travel
Reviewed by Antoinette Wessels for Readers' Favorite
In Beneath the Lake: Lake Lanier Mysteries Book 1 by Casi McLean, Lacey Montgomery deeply mistrusts all men. When she catches her then-boyfriend, Cale, in the arms of another woman, her mistrust soars to new heights. In an impulsive move, she races away in a severe thunderstorm and crashes her car on an embankment near Lake Lanier. When a dark figure tries to pull her up from the crash site, Lacey is convinced it is a ghost or stalker. She pushes herself away from the figure and falls into the lake, waking up in 1949 in a little town called Sidney. When she is rescued by a handsome stranger named Bobby Reynolds, everything in her tells her not to trust him. Soon, feelings grew within Lacey, and she couldn’t lie to herself anymore. She was falling in love with this stranger from a different era. But will their love be able to survive the uncertainties of her going back to her own time?
Embark on a unique journey through time and love with Casi McLean’s Beneath the Lake: Lake Lanier Mysteries Book 1. This novel offers a rare blend of mystical time travel and old-fashioned romance, set against the captivating backdrop of the 1950s. Prepare to be transported to a different era, all while being enthralled by the intriguing storyline. I don’t believe there is a romantic soul on this planet who hasn’t dreamed about the possibility of time travel and the thrill of falling in love with a handsome stranger from another era. Casi McLean makes this fantasy a reality. The character development is fantastic. The main character, Lacey, develops the most of all the characters. She changes from a mistrusting young woman to someone ready to change the world. The backdrop of the 1950s adds to the intrigue, making readers yearn for a bygone era. I highly recommend that any romance lover who loves mystery and time traveling should give this novel a try; they won’t be disappointed.
In Beneath the Lake: Lake Lanier Mysteries Book 1 by Casi McLean, Lacey Montgomery deeply mistrusts all men. When she catches her then-boyfriend, Cale, in the arms of another woman, her mistrust soars to new heights. In an impulsive move, she races away in a severe thunderstorm and crashes her car on an embankment near Lake Lanier. When a dark figure tries to pull her up from the crash site, Lacey is convinced it is a ghost or stalker. She pushes herself away from the figure and falls into the lake, waking up in 1949 in a little town called Sidney. When she is rescued by a handsome stranger named Bobby Reynolds, everything in her tells her not to trust him. Soon, feelings grew within Lacey, and she couldn’t lie to herself anymore. She was falling in love with this stranger from a different era. But will their love be able to survive the uncertainties of her going back to her own time?
Embark on a unique journey through time and love with Casi McLean’s Beneath the Lake: Lake Lanier Mysteries Book 1. This novel offers a rare blend of mystical time travel and old-fashioned romance, set against the captivating backdrop of the 1950s. Prepare to be transported to a different era, all while being enthralled by the intriguing storyline. I don’t believe there is a romantic soul on this planet who hasn’t dreamed about the possibility of time travel and the thrill of falling in love with a handsome stranger from another era. Casi McLean makes this fantasy a reality. The character development is fantastic. The main character, Lacey, develops the most of all the characters. She changes from a mistrusting young woman to someone ready to change the world. The backdrop of the 1950s adds to the intrigue, making readers yearn for a bygone era. I highly recommend that any romance lover who loves mystery and time traveling should give this novel a try; they won’t be disappointed.
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