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Susan C.

Delightful and worthy sequel to terrific first book

Reviewed in the United States on April 5, 2017

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I really loved A Murder in Time and was fortunate in that I didn't discover it early and so had only a month to wait until receiving A Twist in Time. Both books are excellent mysteries with a time-travel twist (Kendra Donovan, an FBI agent, was somehow transported 200 years into the past). The settings are vivid and give a sense of both the time and social milieu, as well as Kendra's sense of "I don't belong here!" Of course, there's a handsome nobleman who'd like her to stay . . .

These books have just the right mix of "setting" and "story" (the story being murders/character development). The settings do not overwhelm the story; neither does the story ignore the important aspects of the setting. The mystery was challenging (not obvious, but not "out of the blue" either).

Mostly, the author's writing excelled at making me care about the characters. I really *like* both Kendra and Alex (and a number of the other characters) very much and I do hope the author writes a sequel. Although the story in this novel resolves, I think there's more stories to tell and more mysteries to solve--here's my plea for MORE THAN ONE SEQUEL, PLEASE!!

louisamay

A wonderful 19th century page turner mystery

Reviewed in the United States on September 29, 2019

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I have read two books in the series and will read the third immediately. Both books kept me reading almost non-stop. The story as explained by other reviews is gripping but for me, it is the details of early 19th-century life which are wonderful. I completely lost myself in the description of life in that era.

The author has obviously done a huge amount of research and completely recreates life in both the upper and lower
classes of society at that time. This is a wonderful series and I am recommending it to all my friends who enjoy a good mystery but also like learning something.

Incidentally, I have never paid this much for a Kindle book. I try for either those which are offered free or those under $2.99. However, these books are exceptional.

John H. Sandberg

Authentic and exciting London adventure

Reviewed in the United States on May 14, 2017

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As a former British literature professor who specialized in the Victorian and Regency periods, I was quite impressed with the authentic historical details. Julie really captures the social behaviors, class system, and treatment of women as well as the dress and setting of the period. Her intricate plot kept me guessing to the very end. I especially enjoyed the dialogue which revealed the true natures of her characters and Kendra's sharp and often witty retorts. The novel was very entertaining and an exciting read with some serious themes. Julie could earn a Ph.D. if she submitted the novel as a dissertation comparing women's lives in the early 19th century with the 21st century. She did an exceptionally skillful job of weaving the two periods together, effectively using Kendra as a strong bridge. Readers will appreciate the underlying theme of romance in the novel as female characters search for marriage, security, or love. Today's readers who are facing Brexit battles in England or political turmoil in America will certainly enjoy escaping back 200 years, leaving cell phones and Internet behind to attend balls, sip tea while Kendra interrogates the aristocracy in their elegant mansions, and travel around London with Kendra as she tracks down the murderer. You'll be in good company and like Kendra you might be ambivalent about returning to the 21st century.

KSENiA

Even better, Kendra slowly becomes my favorite “regency” heroine.

Reviewed in the United States on February 19, 2018

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The second book was even better. First of all, I liked that the case was less dark – I prefer murder mysteries over serial killers thrillers. Also it was good to see Kendra at her best, now that her secret is known to both Alec and The Duke. Kendra is good in what she does, but I enjoyed that the author gave Bow Street Runner’s professionalism its due. In addition, I loved how McElwain portrays Lady Rebeca – it is nice to see strong Regency female, who is no less capable or smart than man of her time or 21 century female for that matter. It gives nice gender balance and highlights the dilemma of woman rights, that always there for Kendra.
I really appreciate that Kendra never forgets that this is not a good place time for he to live. While she has nothing, no family, no job, no good name back in modern times; but she constantly reminded that she can’t stay in Regency period. Yes, here she can have friends and family but this is the world where she is fully dependent on men, has no legal standing, no possession and the only reason she is allowed to continue investigation is because she is an oddity. Once she is married to Alec, she will have to play by the rules and will be view by the Lord’s wife standards. This, actually, quite saddens me, because I love the romantic sub-plot in the book. However, I trust McElwain to think this through. Anyway, I can’t wait to read third book in summer.

brenda100

Suspenseful and hard to put down!

Reviewed in the United States on June 3, 2017

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This is the second novel in the Kendra Donovan series. If you are new to it, you must read the books in order.

Kendra is still living in the 1800s but trying to find her way back to the present time with no success. In the meantime, Alec is under suspicion of murdering his former mistress. Kendra, along with the Duke of Aldridge, investigate the murder, which seems to have been committed by a member of society.

Several other characters from the first book also appear in this story, and the reader gets to know them better.

I really enjoyed this book and didn't want to put it down. It didn't have quite as much tension between Kendra and Eric as the first novel, but it was a fun and suspenseful read.

I look forward to future installments in this series.

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Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 7, 2019

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I really do like this series of books and after this book I have read the entire series Just witing on the new one due out very soon

Natasha

Arrrh

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 27, 2017

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I ardour thus series!!! I need more!!! I love a strong female character who can kick ass!! I. Need. More!!

Joanna Miles

Burned through this.

Reviewed in Canada on June 9, 2019

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Kendra Donovan is such an appealing character and this setting is so rich in history and pomp, the combination of a 21st century sleuth in Regency England creates a rich and coloured story. I will definitely stick with the series, if only to find out the fate of our heroine and the prowess of her deductive skills.

Catherine J White

Excellent sequel

Reviewed in Canada on April 13, 2017

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I came across the first book via my local library and the Overdrive/Librarian pick last summer (2016). I've since re-read the first book several times and bought a copy.

As a result, I pre-ordered this book, which is something I rarely do. (I get most of my books from the library.) I wasn't disappointed. I won't go into details as I'd hate to ruin the book by giving anything away.

Now I eagerly wait to find out if there will be a third in the series.

Douglas Simmonds

... is Julie McElwain's second book the first one was terrific and this follow on is just as good

Reviewed in Canada on May 12, 2017

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This is Julie McElwain's second book the first one was terrific and this follow on is just as good.

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