By Kelly Bridgewater
Caroline holds a deep secret. Living in 1727 and 1927
simultaneously, each night she goes to sleep in one life and wakes up in the
other. In search of answers to her unique existence, Caroline stumbles upon a
letter from her mother hinting at her own experiences as a time-crosser,
sending Caroline on a daring quest to uncover the truth. In 1727, Caroline
disguises herself as a cabin boy and joins a ship sailing for the Bahamas, her
mother's last known location, where she crosses paths with a ruthless but handsome
pirate and is caught in a web of secrets, deception, and unexpected alliances.
In 1927 St. Paul, Minnesota, Caroline grapples
with her other life as the daughter of a renowned preacher. Her two older
brothers have fallen prey to the corruption rampant during Prohibition, and
Caroline struggles to keep their involvement hidden to save her father's
career. As her search for answers about her time-crossing leads her to the
dangerous yet exciting world of speakeasies, Caroline enlists the help of a
childhood friend who is now a police officer. But with her family's future at
risk and their loyalties tested, Caroline faces a life-altering decision that
could reshape her destiny.
My
Thoughts:
Across
the Ages by Gabrielle Meyer is a unique, yet thrilling
story set in 1727 and 1927. This time the storyline features pirates and the
1920's with a Billy Sunday vibe. If readers have read her other stories, then
there will be a few returning characters from the previous books. They will
interact in ways that will make readers smirk as they know the truth behind
their time crossing. I love how Meyer takes two totally different historical
time periods and make them interact through one character. This time, Caroline,
gets to make the decision about which path to follow. She is the daughter of a
time crosser that is mentioned in one of the previous stories, but her story is
not flushed out. It is a glimpse on the page. Readers who are familiar with
Meyer's stories know how hard it is for each heroine to decide which timeline
to stay in and what timeline to leave. The struggle on the surface is harder
than we could ever imagine. These characters need a supportive cast in order to
help them make the correct decision. Caroline is no different. Across the Ages by Gabrielle Meyer is
another wonderful addition to this series. I can't wait to read the next two
books that are still coming.
I received a complimentary copy of Across the Ages by Gabrielle Meyer from
Bethany House Publishers, but the opinions stated are all my own.
My
Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
Purchase Across the Ages
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