Rewinding Time series, book 1
Deborah Heal
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Ebook: 2.99
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About the Book:
Professor Merrideth Randall has a tool that other historians
can only dream of—computer software that virtually rewinds time!
It comes in handy for historical research and for her
sideline genealogy business. When her colleague physics professor Brett
Garrison asks for help with his family tree she can’t resist, even though he’s
far too attractive for her peace of mind. And amazingly, he seems to be
pursuing her, despite the fact that everyone knows dating a co-worker is career
suicide.
Using her software, Merrideth gets a first-hand look at
Brett’s ancestors, the courageous pioneers of the Illinois Country who
withstood Indian attacks, hardship, and loneliness to settle there in the
1780s. One of the settlers is James Garretson, who risked his life to take the
Gospel to the very tribe that wreaked havoc on his family. Merrideth is amazed
that he could forgive a crime so huge.
She would love to tell Brett that he is descended from
heroes, and that he inherited his black hair and green eyes from James
Garretson. But she is determined to safeguard her program, and discretion is
not Brett’s strong suit. She also has secrets about herself that she’d just as soon
he didn’t find out either.
One virtue Brett does have is patience, and he’s quite
willing to wait for Merrideth to figure things out.
Lisa's Review:
Little Merri Randall is all grown up in this new series from
inspirational time master Deborah Heal. She’s followed her dream of becoming a
young PhD history professor at a southern Illinois college. It’s been years
since her childhood encounters with a dangerous and mysterious software program
called Beautiful Houses. When she accidentally? rediscovers the program not only
still exists and is just as active as ever, curiosity overcomes her good sense
and she is once again drawn back to explore time.
Merredith uses the program to help her in both her work and
private side business, researching family history. She has grown up reluctant
to share herself with others, a definite lack of trust in others and even to a
certain extent her own abilities and gifts. When the physics professor sets his
sights on her, Merri has a lot to overcome, especially her teaching mentor, to
believe anyone might be personally interested in her.
Told from Merredith’s viewpoint throughout, this story and
series is a history lover’s dream. Because the character is a professor, her
lectures that include blocks of rote history are a natural part of the story,
as are the fascinating dialog sharing dates and people. Merri’s trips through
time provide a virtual visit to experience life in the late eighteenth century
literally through those people’s heads.
Just a fascinating series with excellent research. While
science is not discounted, the details of the software’s ability to provide
virtual time travel experience for the user doesn’t hinder the reader. The
books are part of a series, and while a reader can pick up any story and read
it with enough information from the past books to make sense of the particular
story arc, you’ll want to read the whole series. I know I will. Recommended for
those who love plucky wounded females with a side of romance while reading
their history.
Note: Time and Again, the first book in the History Mystery
trilogy sert before this series, is available free from Amazon Kindle
