A World Apart: A gripping historical page-turner full of emotion
Shapiro, Irina
Synopsis "A World Apart: A gripping historical page-turner full of emotion"
A bond that stretches across centuries... For Valerie Whitfield, a magical antique clock was the key to an extraordinary journey through time. But the full, warm life she and her husband Alec have created in the seventeenth century is abruptly shaken by a visitor from the life she left behind. Shortly after, Valerie's teenage son, Finn, vanishes without a trace... Frantic with worry, Valerie and Alec search for their beloved son, but with each passing day, hope grows dimmer. Too late, they realize that Finn has undertaken his own voyage through time. Valerie would search for a thousand lifetimes to find Finn, but it is a dangerous journey that will separate her and Alec from all they have ever known, and test their strength and resilience to the limits. With every setback, Valerie's resolve only grows. She'll stop at nothing to bring Finn home. Until a shocking revelation changes everything... An unforgettable, heart-wrenching story of a mother's unconditional love, and the unbreakable ties that bind us across time. A passionate, romantic read for fans of Diana Gabaldon, Barbara Erskine and Susanna Kearsley. Readers love the Hands of Time series: "Holy Cow! What an amazing book!! I can't describe it. I could not put it down. Wow. I wish I could go back in time!! I read this book in 3 hours. I am on to the next book of the series!!" Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"What an awesome story. I literally read it in one day. I couldn't wait to see what happens. The characters were very likeable and the love triangle sizzled. I highly recommend this to anyone who likes a good time travel romance." Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "If I could rate it higher I would... From beginning to end it sucked me in and I could not put it down. It was filled with history and romance. It made me happy and sad. It made me laugh and cry. It was an amazing story." Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "I swear I felt every emotion known to humans. This was a beautiful story." Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"Absolutely LOVED this book!... Very well written with characters that you feel like you have become friends with." Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Wow... amazing story... I became so engrossed in the tale... The ups and downs that tell the story between these characters to the end is riveting." Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"Love this book!... This was a real page turner. Not your Hallmark love story. I couldn't put it down." Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"A beautiful blend of history, mystery and romance! LOVE it!!" Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"Excellent... What a great story. Hate for to end... I don't know how I'm gonna find another series to replace this one." Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"Fabulous! One of the best time travel books I've ever read! Very satisfying and the characters are well developed. Love it!" Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"WOW!! Fabulous plot! Shapiro completely outdid herself. Character development rocked and the plot was gripping!" Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
