About the book:
The ultimate cure that could heal any disease? Crazy.
That's exactly what research scientist Marian Creighton has always believed about her father's quest, even if it does stem from a desire to save her sister from the genetic disease that stole their mother from them. But when her father falls into a coma after drinking a vial of holy water believed to contain traces of residue from the Tree of Life, Marian must question all of her assumptions. He's left behind tantalizing clues that suggest he's crossed back in time. Insane. Until Marian tests his theories and finds herself in the Middle Ages during a dangerous peasant uprising.
William Durham, a valiant knight, comes to Marian's rescue and offers her protection . . . as his wife. The longer Marian stays in the past, the more she cares about William. Can she ever find her father and make it back to the present to heal her sister? And when the time comes to leave, will she want to?
Bestselling author Jody Hedlund is your guide down the twisting waters of time to a volatile era of superstition, revolts, and chivalry in this suspenseful story.
That's exactly what research scientist Marian Creighton has always believed about her father's quest, even if it does stem from a desire to save her sister from the genetic disease that stole their mother from them. But when her father falls into a coma after drinking a vial of holy water believed to contain traces of residue from the Tree of Life, Marian must question all of her assumptions. He's left behind tantalizing clues that suggest he's crossed back in time. Insane. Until Marian tests his theories and finds herself in the Middle Ages during a dangerous peasant uprising.
William Durham, a valiant knight, comes to Marian's rescue and offers her protection . . . as his wife. The longer Marian stays in the past, the more she cares about William. Can she ever find her father and make it back to the present to heal her sister? And when the time comes to leave, will she want to?
Bestselling author Jody Hedlund is your guide down the twisting waters of time to a volatile era of superstition, revolts, and chivalry in this suspenseful story.
My review:
I was so excited to see a new time travel story being published and one by Jody Hedlund as I've enjoyed her other books and it did not disappoint! It was fascinating to see Marian try to figure out the mystery of what happened to her father and how she could help him and then also her sister. Then you have the amazing romance as William and Marian have this strong chemistry but also fall for who the other is and not just the physical attraction. There's action because not only are people after Marian in the present but there's a peasant uprising in the past she has to survive. Then the historical aspect is fascinating as Marian tried to navigate a time when women were expected to obey their fathers and husbands without question and really didn't have any rights and for a modern woman who was used to being independent it was quite a shock to the system. On top of that no modern plumbing or conveniences and there was a lot to get used to. There was mention of faith as William and Marian go to the chapel to pray together and Marian realized she's been depending on herself for too long. The Tree of Life theory was interesting, too, as it pertains to holy water. Overall, I loved this book and I can't wait to see where the next one goes! I highly recommend it!
I received this book free from Revell. I was not compensated for this review. All opinions are my own.
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Jody Hedlund (www.jodyhedlund.com) is the bestselling author of more than thirty historical novels for both adults and teens, including Come Back to Me, and is the winner of numerous awards, including the Christy, Carol, and Christian Book Awards....
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