“None of us are independent of the ones we love. We’re woven together like a big tapestry, with each color unique and vibrant, but making a larger picture possible.”

Talented author Gabrielle Meyer has penned another fantastic story in her Timeless series. In This Moment has the heroine living in three different history-changing timelines. The premise is very creative and takes her first book in the series, When the Day Comes, a bit further with an extra timeline. Meyer did an excellent job of combining the timelines and making them each interesting, historically accurate, and easy to follow. The characters are well-drawn and multi-layered, and I found myself drawn to them. My interest was captured from the first page and held throughout the tale trying to guess which path Maggie would choose to stay in. Lots of twists and turns kept the plot moving along.

“Life is a gift and an adventure. We should never let fear hold us back from doing the things God has called us to do. The risk isn’t always in going, sometimes the risk is in staying and missing out on the journey.” 4.5 stars

I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy from Bethany House Publishing. All opinions are my own. ( )

Maggie lives in three timelines, 1861, 1941, and 2001. When she reaches 21, she must decide which life to remain in. In 2001, Maggie is a hard working medical student. In 1941, Maggie is a nurse. Maggie and her sister join the navy, and are sent to a hospital ship in Pearl Harbor. In 1861, Maggie is the daughter of a northern senator at the beginning of the Civil War. She loves each life that she leads and struggles to make a decision.

I really enjoyed this book. Each timeline was well flushed out and detailed. Maggie was a fascinating character. She was well developed and easy to love. I think I've found a new favorite author, I can't wait to read more! ( )

I loved the first book in Gabrielle Meyer’s Timeless series, When The Day Comes. When I learned that book 2, In This Moment was available, I jumped at the chance to read it. The books are part historical fiction, part romance, and part time-travel, which the author has wonderfully wrapped up in an intriguing read that I just could not put down! Book 2 features the first person voice of Margaret/Maggie,/Meg, daughter of main character Libby from book 1. Maggie has not just two paths to live but three. As her twenty-first birthday approaches Maggie must decide if she will stay in 1861, 1941, or 2001. I am not going to elaborate on the rules of time-crossing — that’s part of the fun of the novel — but will say that Maggie is aware of the importance of two of her paths. Only the reader knows what she will encounter in 2001. The history in this book is fabulous. If that was all there was to her story it would be enough, but Meyer introduces romance too! But that’s not all. Maggie knows she has a purpose for her life; she just needs to decide which time period best fulfills her desires and God’s will. I know this sounds really complicated, but the narrative flows effortlessly. I never was confused by the time period change — Maggie is Maggie in each era. There are twists and turns galore which Maggie faces with fear, doubts, grief, hope, and faith — everything a non-time-crossing person faces in life. 😉 I approved of Maggie’s choice, and loved how Meyer wrapped it all up. There’s a teaser at the end that sets up book 3. Can. Not. Wait!

Don’t be daunted by the time travel aspect of In This Moment. It all comes together in wonderful ways that will keeping you thinking about this book for a long time. Get a reading buddy or two and settle in for some riveting reading.

Very Highly Recommended.

Great for Book Clubs.

Audience: Adults and Older Teenagers.

(Thanks to Bethany House for a complimentary copy. All opinions expressed are mine alone.) ( )

With all the rave reviews of In This Moment by Gabrielle Meyer, I was somewhat cautious about reading it. I did not want to be disappointed by this story.

Turns out I had nothing to worry about. Meyer does a fantastic job detailing the specific time periods that defined America. Maggie’s three lives are set during the dawn of the Civil War, World War II, and 2001 (the year 9/11 occurred). Each era is unique and giving Maggie a different name in each period was an ingenious way to separate her three lives. Yet in each life, Maggie's heart for helping the wounded is evident.

I am a huge proponent of books with those plot twists I do not see coming, and it happened twice for me in this story. And then that ending? I have to know what comes next!

Disclosure statement: I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book and was not required to write a positive or negative review. All opinions are my own. ( )

This is the second book in the Timeless series and it was SO good. This book carries the timelines even further than the first book and it was just so interesting and romantic. I’m not a huge fan of romance, but this book combines several timelines along with historical facts and the romance just slips in there effortless and I just loved it.
As I was nearing the end I was hoping the story would continue and YES! There will be a book three! I can’t wait. This is the most unique story ever! ( )