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Timeless #4
Across the Ages
Caroline holds a deep secret. Existing in 1727 and 1927 simultaneously, each night she goes to sleep in one life and wakes up in the other. Searching for answers to her unique existence, Caroline stumbles upon a letter from her mother that hints at her own experiences as a time-crosser, sending Caroline on a quest to uncover the truth. In 1727, chasing the mysteries of her mother's past, Caroline disguises herself as a cabin boy and joins a ship sailing for the Bahamas, her mother's last known location. Amid treacherous waters, she crosses paths with Marcus Zale, a ruthless but handsome pirate, and finds herself caught in a web of secrets, deception, and unexpected alliances. Meanwhile, in 1927 St. Paul, Minnesota, Caroline grapples with her other life as the daughter of a renowned preacher. Her two older brothers have strayed from their upbringing into the corruption rampant during Prohibition, and Caroline struggles to protect her parents from the truth that could shatter her father's career. As her search for answers about her time-crossing leads her to the dangerous speakeasies of St. Paul, Caroline enlists the help of police officer Lewis Cager, a childhood friend. But when her family's future is put at risk and loyalties are tested, Caroline is faced with a life-altering decision that could reshape her destiny.
384 pages, Paperback
First published November 5, 2024
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Gabrielle Meyer
75 books2,344 followersGabrielle Meyer grew up above a carriage house on a historic estate near the banks of the Mississippi River, imagining real and make-believe stories about the occupants who had lived there. She went on to work for the Minnesota Historical Society and loves writing fiction inspired by real people, places, and events. She currently resides in central Minnesota on the banks of the Mississippi River, not far from where she grew up, with her husband and four children. By day, she’s a busy homeschool mom, and by night she pens fiction and non-fiction filled with hope. Learn more about Gabrielle and her writing by visiting www.gabriellemeyer.com.
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November 11, 2024
In a Nutshell: The latest and best (so far!) instalment of the Timeless series. Historical fiction incorporating timeslip, romance and Christian elements. Fabulous plotting, great characters, steady pacing, wonderful use of the two timelines. Much recommended! Works as a standalone but better if read in series order.
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Plot Preview:
I have been a huge fan of the Timeless series ever since I read the first book in May 2022. Every May since then has brought forth a new Timeless book. So imagine my surprise and delight when I heard that 2024 was to have two Timeless stories! I was not even a bit apprehensive that a new book so soon might mean a compromise on the story development or the research. That’s how much faith I have in author Gabrielle Meyer, plotter extraordinaire! She even manages to make this the best book so far: a fabulous accomplishment for a series where I have given 4.5 stars to two of the three earlier books.
Bookish Yays:
🕰️ As always, a Yay for the conceptual creativity and the historical research of every book in this series. It’s such a pleasure to read such well-crafted historical fiction.
🕰️ You would think that a book series with the same basic premise - a girl(s) living two lives and torn between two loves - would get repetitive, but the author manages to add new components to each book. This time for instance, Caroline doesn't know anything about timecrossing and that she will need to choose one of her two lives soon. Also, for the first time we don't immediately know who Caroline is. The first three books followed the three generations of Libby's family, but Caroline is unconnected to Libby. Who is she then and how is she able to timecross? (As if I will tell you – Hah!)
🕰️ With the plot containing elements of historical fiction, timeslip, romance, fantasy, and Christian fiction, the book holds appeal in a variety of ways and does justice to all the genres.
🕰️ Caroline is a fabulous protagonist. Her emotions are as strong as her loyalty and her courage. I love how her personality incorporates feelings and learnings from both her lives. Though her life is not of her own choosing in both timelines, her background as well as her struggles are distinct in each arc.
🕰️ The writing is also impeccable. I love how well Caroline’s first-person point of view is used in each timeline to bring us up to speed on the other timeline without making it feel like an infodump. There is no extended internal rambling and the narrative is perfectly streamlined.
🕰️ In the series books so far, I had at least some inkling of what would be covered within the timeline, be it the revolutionary war or the Pearl Harbor attacks or the witch hunts. This time, I had absolutely no clue about what to expect from both the 1727 and the 1927 timelines. This added a level of intrigue to an already fascinating book. (Even if you know what historical events the author might have incorporated in the two timelines, I am sure your enjoyment won’t reduce.)
🕰️ Each of the timelines has plenty going on, and there’s no repetition across them. While both of them have strong storylines, I loved the 1727 track more for its novelty. Seeing a pirate’s life from aboard a ship in a historical fantasy-romance is not a common occurrence.
🕰️ The tempo is fast and consistent throughout.
🕰️ The Christian elements in this novel are much stronger than the earlier books in the series. But I appreciate how these are tackled not just by spouting biblical verses at random points but by genuine introspection over the role of faith in our lives. I especially enjoyed how Caroline wondered why she couldn’t be a Christian at a personal level instead of having to impart her beliefs to the entire world. I was a bit worried when I saw that one of the characters was an Evangelical pastor. Though a practising Christian, I have no fondness for evangelicals. However, his character is also written well.
🕰️ The book is a historical romance, but the romance doesn’t dominate the plot in either timeline for most of the way. Moreover, Caroline’s mind is very clear about whom she prefers, so there is no time wasted over a “Which one do I chose?” quandary. Both the potential love interests are well-written.
🕰️ The ending. *Chef’s kiss!*
🕰️ The author’s note, which clearly indicates her writing choices with respect to the actual historical people and events. As brilliant as always!
Bookish Mixed Bags:
⏱️ While there are several interesting secondary characters in this novel, most of them are sketched only vaguely. Of course, in a story with two detailed plots, the chief narrative focus is only on Caroline and her love interests, so most of the other characters get only a limited chance to shine.
Bookish Nays:
⏰ Teensy complaint: Mayhap there were too many mentions of the word ‘mayhap’ in this book. After a point, it became distracting.
All in all, this was a highly satisfying read, with its excellent plot and research offering a thrilling experience to this historical fiction lover. This had been one of my most anticipated books of 2024, and I am ecstatic that it went so well.
Much recommended to all historical fiction lovers who are open to Christian content in their fictional reading choices. While this book works well as a standalone, I’d strongly recommend you read the entire series in the right order. All four books are awesome, so the gain is absolutely yours!
4.5 stars, happy to round up!
Looking forward with bated breath to May 2025 and the arrival of Timeless #5!
My thanks to author Gabrielle Meyer and Bethany House for providing the DRC of “Across the Ages” via NetGalley. This review is voluntary and contains my honest opinion about the book.
Here are the other books of the timeless ‘Timeless’ series in the right order:
1. When the Day Comes
2. In This Moment
3. For a Lifetime
For those who have read the earlier books of the series and are a bit confused about the character interconnections, the author has created this handy family tree on her website: https://gabriellemeyer.com/timeless-f...
Do note that it contains minor spoilers about the characters in the latest and even upcoming books.
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Connect with me through:
My Blog || The StoryGraph || Instagram || X/Twitter || Facebook ||
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Plot Preview:
Twenty-year-old Caroline lives two lives simultaneously in two different time periods. (If you have read any of the earlier Timeless books, you know how this happens.)
In 1727, Caroline has escaped her dogmatic grandfather and an undesirable future and embarked upon a quest to search for her mother who had abandoned her as a baby. To make her journey easier, Caroline disguises herself as a cabin boy and boards a vessel sailing for Nassau. However, when pirates cross her way, her task becomes even more challenging.
In 1927, Caroline is the youngest daughter of a conservative preacher and is struggling to live up to the high standards expected of her position. Unfortunately, she holds many secrets about her two older brothers, which could potentially damage her father’s pristine reputation.
In both 1727 and 1927, all Caroline wants is the freedom to choose her own destiny. But is this possible when she doesn’t even know why she lives two lives?
The story comes to us in Caroline’s first-person perspective from both timelines.
I have been a huge fan of the Timeless series ever since I read the first book in May 2022. Every May since then has brought forth a new Timeless book. So imagine my surprise and delight when I heard that 2024 was to have two Timeless stories! I was not even a bit apprehensive that a new book so soon might mean a compromise on the story development or the research. That’s how much faith I have in author Gabrielle Meyer, plotter extraordinaire! She even manages to make this the best book so far: a fabulous accomplishment for a series where I have given 4.5 stars to two of the three earlier books.
Bookish Yays:
🕰️ As always, a Yay for the conceptual creativity and the historical research of every book in this series. It’s such a pleasure to read such well-crafted historical fiction.
🕰️ You would think that a book series with the same basic premise - a girl(s) living two lives and torn between two loves - would get repetitive, but the author manages to add new components to each book. This time for instance, Caroline doesn't know anything about timecrossing and that she will need to choose one of her two lives soon. Also, for the first time we don't immediately know who Caroline is. The first three books followed the three generations of Libby's family, but Caroline is unconnected to Libby. Who is she then and how is she able to timecross? (As if I will tell you – Hah!)
🕰️ With the plot containing elements of historical fiction, timeslip, romance, fantasy, and Christian fiction, the book holds appeal in a variety of ways and does justice to all the genres.
🕰️ Caroline is a fabulous protagonist. Her emotions are as strong as her loyalty and her courage. I love how her personality incorporates feelings and learnings from both her lives. Though her life is not of her own choosing in both timelines, her background as well as her struggles are distinct in each arc.
🕰️ The writing is also impeccable. I love how well Caroline’s first-person point of view is used in each timeline to bring us up to speed on the other timeline without making it feel like an infodump. There is no extended internal rambling and the narrative is perfectly streamlined.
🕰️ In the series books so far, I had at least some inkling of what would be covered within the timeline, be it the revolutionary war or the Pearl Harbor attacks or the witch hunts. This time, I had absolutely no clue about what to expect from both the 1727 and the 1927 timelines. This added a level of intrigue to an already fascinating book. (Even if you know what historical events the author might have incorporated in the two timelines, I am sure your enjoyment won’t reduce.)
🕰️ Each of the timelines has plenty going on, and there’s no repetition across them. While both of them have strong storylines, I loved the 1727 track more for its novelty. Seeing a pirate’s life from aboard a ship in a historical fantasy-romance is not a common occurrence.
🕰️ The tempo is fast and consistent throughout.
🕰️ The Christian elements in this novel are much stronger than the earlier books in the series. But I appreciate how these are tackled not just by spouting biblical verses at random points but by genuine introspection over the role of faith in our lives. I especially enjoyed how Caroline wondered why she couldn’t be a Christian at a personal level instead of having to impart her beliefs to the entire world. I was a bit worried when I saw that one of the characters was an Evangelical pastor. Though a practising Christian, I have no fondness for evangelicals. However, his character is also written well.
🕰️ The book is a historical romance, but the romance doesn’t dominate the plot in either timeline for most of the way. Moreover, Caroline’s mind is very clear about whom she prefers, so there is no time wasted over a “Which one do I chose?” quandary. Both the potential love interests are well-written.
🕰️ The ending. *Chef’s kiss!*
🕰️ The author’s note, which clearly indicates her writing choices with respect to the actual historical people and events. As brilliant as always!
Bookish Mixed Bags:
⏱️ While there are several interesting secondary characters in this novel, most of them are sketched only vaguely. Of course, in a story with two detailed plots, the chief narrative focus is only on Caroline and her love interests, so most of the other characters get only a limited chance to shine.
Bookish Nays:
⏰ Teensy complaint: Mayhap there were too many mentions of the word ‘mayhap’ in this book. After a point, it became distracting.
All in all, this was a highly satisfying read, with its excellent plot and research offering a thrilling experience to this historical fiction lover. This had been one of my most anticipated books of 2024, and I am ecstatic that it went so well.
Much recommended to all historical fiction lovers who are open to Christian content in their fictional reading choices. While this book works well as a standalone, I’d strongly recommend you read the entire series in the right order. All four books are awesome, so the gain is absolutely yours!
4.5 stars, happy to round up!
Looking forward with bated breath to May 2025 and the arrival of Timeless #5!
My thanks to author Gabrielle Meyer and Bethany House for providing the DRC of “Across the Ages” via NetGalley. This review is voluntary and contains my honest opinion about the book.
Here are the other books of the timeless ‘Timeless’ series in the right order:
1. When the Day Comes
2. In This Moment
3. For a Lifetime
For those who have read the earlier books of the series and are a bit confused about the character interconnections, the author has created this handy family tree on her website: https://gabriellemeyer.com/timeless-f...
Do note that it contains minor spoilers about the characters in the latest and even upcoming books.
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Connect with me through:
My Blog || The StoryGraph || Instagram || X/Twitter || Facebook ||
November 21, 2024
If you are wondering, as I truly am, how Gabrielle Meyer keeps putting out these absolute BANGERS in the Timeless Series...well, your guess is as good as mine.
Across the Ages was exactly what I was hoping it to be, and might be her most fleshed out and romantic story yet.
This story spans two timelines, where our main Caroline lives 2 uniquely different lives in each one. The first is in 1727: a time of pirates and familial mystery, where she tries to find her mother, while also navigating life as a deckhand aboard a notorious pirate ship. And then we have 1927: a life lived as a preachers daughter, where she has to juggle family corruption, and seek out a potential future in the spotlight. I always love learning more about each time period, and Meyer does her homework well.
I would be lying if I didn't say that the 1700's storyline didn't have my heart. First off, because pirates, and second there might have been a secondary character holding my heart there as well.
BUT...
Both timelines give Caroline the needed character growth to become ultimately who she needs to be. If you have read the other books in the series, the reader has the information Caroline does not, but it was so fun watching her unpack every mystery while falling in love along the way. The themes of faith are effortless woven into the story and fit the characters challenges and circumstances and made the book even better.
This book was so highly addictive, heartfelt, and the romance had me at hello. This is a book I thought about long after turning the last page and is a SOLID addition to an already incredible series. I can't wait for the next!
PLEASE FOR THE LOVE READ THESE IN ORDER. You will not regret it.
Across the Ages was exactly what I was hoping it to be, and might be her most fleshed out and romantic story yet.
This story spans two timelines, where our main Caroline lives 2 uniquely different lives in each one. The first is in 1727: a time of pirates and familial mystery, where she tries to find her mother, while also navigating life as a deckhand aboard a notorious pirate ship. And then we have 1927: a life lived as a preachers daughter, where she has to juggle family corruption, and seek out a potential future in the spotlight. I always love learning more about each time period, and Meyer does her homework well.
I would be lying if I didn't say that the 1700's storyline didn't have my heart. First off, because pirates, and second there might have been a secondary character holding my heart there as well.
BUT...
Both timelines give Caroline the needed character growth to become ultimately who she needs to be. If you have read the other books in the series, the reader has the information Caroline does not, but it was so fun watching her unpack every mystery while falling in love along the way. The themes of faith are effortless woven into the story and fit the characters challenges and circumstances and made the book even better.
This book was so highly addictive, heartfelt, and the romance had me at hello. This is a book I thought about long after turning the last page and is a SOLID addition to an already incredible series. I can't wait for the next!
PLEASE FOR THE LOVE READ THESE IN ORDER. You will not regret it.
January 9, 2025
‘All the important things in life are hard. Marriage, parenting, building a worthwhile career, friendships, faith. It’s the difficult things that mold us and shape us, challenging us to become better versions of ourselves. If it was easy we would never strive to be better’. — Gabrielle Meyer, Across the Ages (Timeless, #4)
Story: 4 Stars
Audio: 5 Stars
I have really enjoyed this series. Time ‘crossing’, history and good characters help to create a perfect story in my literary world. Though this story didn’t grab me as much as the others in the series, I still really like it. I appreciate Meyers historical explanations at the end of each book and the liberties to took. Highly recommend & looking forward to the next book, Every Hour until Then, which is set to be published in May.
Available on Audible. Listened at 1.5 speed.
Story: 4 Stars
Audio: 5 Stars
I have really enjoyed this series. Time ‘crossing’, history and good characters help to create a perfect story in my literary world. Though this story didn’t grab me as much as the others in the series, I still really like it. I appreciate Meyers historical explanations at the end of each book and the liberties to took. Highly recommend & looking forward to the next book, Every Hour until Then, which is set to be published in May.
Available on Audible. Listened at 1.5 speed.
November 20, 2024
These books are unputdownable.
It feels so good to pick up a book you can really get lost in, with interesting characters, unusual plots, and great faith content. I especially applaud Gabrielle (and I told her this in person) for the way she wrote the celebrity pastor parents in the 1920s timeline. That could have gone a lot of ways and I loved how she chose to handle it, and the ending that was so imperfect and powerful.
Yeah, there's a fair amount of suspending disbelief. Arguments could be made against some of the choices the characters made. But as far as a great story, great Christian fiction, and a truly enjoyable ride goes, Across the Ages gets a solid five stars from me.
Thank you to JustReads and the publisher for sending the book so I could read it and form my own opinion! These are my honest thoughts.
It feels so good to pick up a book you can really get lost in, with interesting characters, unusual plots, and great faith content. I especially applaud Gabrielle (and I told her this in person) for the way she wrote the celebrity pastor parents in the 1920s timeline. That could have gone a lot of ways and I loved how she chose to handle it, and the ending that was so imperfect and powerful.
Yeah, there's a fair amount of suspending disbelief. Arguments could be made against some of the choices the characters made. But as far as a great story, great Christian fiction, and a truly enjoyable ride goes, Across the Ages gets a solid five stars from me.
Thank you to JustReads and the publisher for sending the book so I could read it and form my own opinion! These are my honest thoughts.
October 21, 2024
Oh my goodness! This book was absolutely amazing! I loved the time periods it was set in, 1727 and 1927. Please note this is book 4 in the series and I highly recommend you read them in order otherwise there will be spoilers. Anyway, I loved Caroline’s character so much. I was fascinated by both of her lives. I liked that she was on a pirate ship in 1727 and a minister’s daughter that was sneaking into speakeasies in 1927. Both her lives were so interesting, there is usually one “life” I like much more than the other but in this book I loved both. However, I did know which one I wanted her to pick and she picked it, yay! Caroline is different from the previous books because she has no guide to tell her why she time travels or to explain that she has to choose one or anything. So I was very curious how it was going to go. I feel like this story had more Christian content than the previous books, I could be wrong on that, but I just loved the message of redemption and how much Christian content was included. Overall, I absolutely loved this book and I highly recommend it!
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Content(SPOILER ALERT):
Miscarriage
I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the author. All views expressed are only my honest opinion.
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Content(SPOILER ALERT):
Miscarriage
I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the author. All views expressed are only my honest opinion.
October 5, 2024
You know how much I love this series!!! And this one is now my absolute favorite book in the series
November 9, 2024
This was one of my most anticipated book releases of the year and I was not disappointed in the least! When I pick up a book in the Timeless series by Gabrielle Meyer, I automatically know I’m going to love it! They are the kind of books I continue to think about long after I’ve finished reading them. She combines original, captivating main characters with a unique plot, inspiring faith, compelling love stories, and interesting history so well.👏🏼
I was completely invested in Caroline’s story from the very beginning! I really liked her character from the start and found her story so interesting. I knew the moment she stepped foot on that pirate ship that this was going to be a hard book to put down. And the second the hero made his entrance into the book, I knew I was going to love his character. I don’t want to spoil anything but he was absolutely wonderful and I loved his character so much!
The romance was so beautiful and sweet! I loved this couple so much!❤️
The setting and history in this book was seriously so neat! I’ve never read a book quite like Across the Ages which I loved! It was unique and unpredictable.
The faith was so beautifully woven into this story and definitely a highlight of the book for me!
In conclusion, Across the Ages was another amazing book in the Timeless series! I seriously never want this series to end and I can’t wait for the next book! If you’re looking for a book you won’t be able to put down that includes the perfect amount of plot twists, action, history, romance, and faith, I highly recommend this one!
*Thank you to the publisher for sending me a complimentary copy to review! All opinions are my own.
I was completely invested in Caroline’s story from the very beginning! I really liked her character from the start and found her story so interesting. I knew the moment she stepped foot on that pirate ship that this was going to be a hard book to put down. And the second the hero made his entrance into the book, I knew I was going to love his character. I don’t want to spoil anything but he was absolutely wonderful and I loved his character so much!
The romance was so beautiful and sweet! I loved this couple so much!❤️
The setting and history in this book was seriously so neat! I’ve never read a book quite like Across the Ages which I loved! It was unique and unpredictable.
The faith was so beautifully woven into this story and definitely a highlight of the book for me!
In conclusion, Across the Ages was another amazing book in the Timeless series! I seriously never want this series to end and I can’t wait for the next book! If you’re looking for a book you won’t be able to put down that includes the perfect amount of plot twists, action, history, romance, and faith, I highly recommend this one!
*Thank you to the publisher for sending me a complimentary copy to review! All opinions are my own.
November 3, 2024
'No matter how hard I tried to forget, the reality of my life was still with me--or rather, the reality of my lives.'
Where oh where do I start with this book?!?!?!
If you haven't been reading this series I cannot recommend them enough. Every single one has been completely amazing and such a work of art-in storylines, characters arcs, relationships, redemption and hope.
I have loved learning about each timeline of history that every character from this series has lived in. Each one is brought to life by the author and you feel completely immersed and invested in the lives of these characters.
This particular story has one set of parents who are preachers and in her other timeline she comes from thieves. It's such a unique plot line and I loved watching Caroline navigate between both. She is good to the core and I loved getting to know her.
It's always hard to review these books because I do not want to give even the slightest bit of information away.
Read this one for the experiences, historical settings, swoon worthy romance and seeing hope in every situation.
This is a top favorite from 2024! All of the stars, two thumbs up, the highest of recommendations!
I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
Content/Triggers/Tropes: pregnancy out of wedlock/illegitimacy, on page miscarriage, parent abandonment, double lives, mentions of speakeasies and brothels, mention of desire, romance-kisses only.
Where oh where do I start with this book?!?!?!
If you haven't been reading this series I cannot recommend them enough. Every single one has been completely amazing and such a work of art-in storylines, characters arcs, relationships, redemption and hope.
I have loved learning about each timeline of history that every character from this series has lived in. Each one is brought to life by the author and you feel completely immersed and invested in the lives of these characters.
This particular story has one set of parents who are preachers and in her other timeline she comes from thieves. It's such a unique plot line and I loved watching Caroline navigate between both. She is good to the core and I loved getting to know her.
It's always hard to review these books because I do not want to give even the slightest bit of information away.
Read this one for the experiences, historical settings, swoon worthy romance and seeing hope in every situation.
This is a top favorite from 2024! All of the stars, two thumbs up, the highest of recommendations!
I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
Content/Triggers/Tropes: pregnancy out of wedlock/illegitimacy, on page miscarriage, parent abandonment, double lives, mentions of speakeasies and brothels, mention of desire, romance-kisses only.
May 17, 2025
This story is completely captivating and impossible to put down.
May 28, 2025
4 Stars ✨
Historical Fiction/ Time Travel
“𝐖𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐧’𝐭 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐩𝐚𝐬𝐭, 𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐰𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐟𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞.”
You would think after 4 books the concept of Time Crossers would lose its appeal, that is not the case with this series!! This was another beautiful story and they just seem to keep getting better!! The author chose to go in a different direction with this one, especially when it came to the quest for faith. It definitely brought a fresh feel to the series. I liked these characters and the tale that was woven! I have never really liked time travel stories, but I absolutely adore these. The faith and history elements make them so thought provoking, and I always learn something historical while reading and falling in love with the characters. 100% recommend.
Historical Fiction/ Time Travel
“𝐖𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐧’𝐭 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐩𝐚𝐬𝐭, 𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐰𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐟𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞.”
You would think after 4 books the concept of Time Crossers would lose its appeal, that is not the case with this series!! This was another beautiful story and they just seem to keep getting better!! The author chose to go in a different direction with this one, especially when it came to the quest for faith. It definitely brought a fresh feel to the series. I liked these characters and the tale that was woven! I have never really liked time travel stories, but I absolutely adore these. The faith and history elements make them so thought provoking, and I always learn something historical while reading and falling in love with the characters. 100% recommend.
July 7, 2025
I'm so happy I stumbled upon this series. The Timeless series has become one of my favorites. Each book is so unique, with plots and characters I've grown to love. When I heard this book involves pirates and the main character disguises herself as a boy to join the crew on a ship in a quest to find her mother, I knew it would be amazing. I adored it!! It has adventure,family bonds, and a beautiful romance. I also really appreciated the messages of hope and faith woven throughout the book. It was so very good, and I will forever recommend this author.
November 9, 2024
OVERALL STAR RATING: 6/5
CLEAN RATING: 5/5
How do I even find words for a book series that takes my breath away? This was book four in the Timeless series from Gabrielle Meyer and I devoured it within 24 hours. Stunning works of fiction, but you’ll also learn an incredible amount of actual history. Gabrielle is one of the most gifted writers I’ve stumbled upon, and I am so grateful that she so boldly shares these faith filled stories with the world.
Each book thus far has had its own unique set of challenges for the FMC as a time crosser. In this story we follow Caroline who lives in both 1727 and 1927. Unlike in the first three books, Caroline doesn’t understand much about her time crossing gift. She finds a letter hidden by her mother that leads her on a dangerous journey to seek out answers. Caroline knows that to board a ship to travel in 1727, she must disguise herself as a cabin boy. The word “adventure” doesn’t even accurately encompass all that evolves from this choice. I have to say, the pirate timeline in 1727 was one of my very favorites. You forget you’re even reading a book – the writing is so exciting that you’re vividly experiencing the story as if you’re watching a movie in your brain. A page-turner for sure!
In 1927, Caroline is the daughter of a world-famous pastor in St. Paul, MN. Challenges lurk around every corner because Caroline’s brothers have fallen into the life of gangsters and chaos of the Prohibition era. Caroline is pressed to hold her family secrets close to her heart or else she risks destroying her father’s career.
This story will have you on the edge of your seat from start to finish. Twists and turns will leave you speechless and of course, there’s romance that will melt your heart. I have to say the hints at what’s to come in book five have me beyond excited! Start this series from book one if you haven’t already. You won’t regret it. 😉
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CLEAN RATING: 5/5
How do I even find words for a book series that takes my breath away? This was book four in the Timeless series from Gabrielle Meyer and I devoured it within 24 hours. Stunning works of fiction, but you’ll also learn an incredible amount of actual history. Gabrielle is one of the most gifted writers I’ve stumbled upon, and I am so grateful that she so boldly shares these faith filled stories with the world.
Each book thus far has had its own unique set of challenges for the FMC as a time crosser. In this story we follow Caroline who lives in both 1727 and 1927. Unlike in the first three books, Caroline doesn’t understand much about her time crossing gift. She finds a letter hidden by her mother that leads her on a dangerous journey to seek out answers. Caroline knows that to board a ship to travel in 1727, she must disguise herself as a cabin boy. The word “adventure” doesn’t even accurately encompass all that evolves from this choice. I have to say, the pirate timeline in 1727 was one of my very favorites. You forget you’re even reading a book – the writing is so exciting that you’re vividly experiencing the story as if you’re watching a movie in your brain. A page-turner for sure!
In 1927, Caroline is the daughter of a world-famous pastor in St. Paul, MN. Challenges lurk around every corner because Caroline’s brothers have fallen into the life of gangsters and chaos of the Prohibition era. Caroline is pressed to hold her family secrets close to her heart or else she risks destroying her father’s career.
This story will have you on the edge of your seat from start to finish. Twists and turns will leave you speechless and of course, there’s romance that will melt your heart. I have to say the hints at what’s to come in book five have me beyond excited! Start this series from book one if you haven’t already. You won’t regret it. 😉
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November 7, 2024
Happy New Release!
I loved this fresh take on this travel-crossing romance, which features vivid historical details, including pirates, a treasure hunt, lots of emotions, and a swoony romance.
Caroline exists simultaneously in 1727 and 1927. Each night, she sleeps in one life and wakes up in the other. In searching for answers about her unique existence, Caroline discovers a letter from her mother that hints at her experiences as a time-crosser. This revelation sends Caroline on a quest to uncover the truth.
In 1727, while pursuing the mysteries of her mother's past, Caroline disguises herself as a cabin boy and joins a ship heading to the Bahamas, her mother's last known location. Amid treacherous waters, she encounters Marcus Zale, a ruthless yet handsome pirate. As she navigates this dangerous world, she becomes entangled in a web of secrets, deception, and unexpected alliances.
It was a wonderfully engaging and satisfying read! The writing was beautiful, and there were many amazing plot twists. I enjoy unpredictable books that keep me guessing and turning the pages, and this one certainly did that.
Thank you NetGalley and Publisher for the eARC.
I loved this fresh take on this travel-crossing romance, which features vivid historical details, including pirates, a treasure hunt, lots of emotions, and a swoony romance.
Caroline exists simultaneously in 1727 and 1927. Each night, she sleeps in one life and wakes up in the other. In searching for answers about her unique existence, Caroline discovers a letter from her mother that hints at her experiences as a time-crosser. This revelation sends Caroline on a quest to uncover the truth.
In 1727, while pursuing the mysteries of her mother's past, Caroline disguises herself as a cabin boy and joins a ship heading to the Bahamas, her mother's last known location. Amid treacherous waters, she encounters Marcus Zale, a ruthless yet handsome pirate. As she navigates this dangerous world, she becomes entangled in a web of secrets, deception, and unexpected alliances.
It was a wonderfully engaging and satisfying read! The writing was beautiful, and there were many amazing plot twists. I enjoy unpredictable books that keep me guessing and turning the pages, and this one certainly did that.
Thank you NetGalley and Publisher for the eARC.
November 29, 2024
The BEST one YET
I have no words for how this beautiful tale was written. I cried, laughed and celebrated as Caroline traveled Across the Ages.
I have no words for how this beautiful tale was written. I cried, laughed and celebrated as Caroline traveled Across the Ages.
June 23, 2025
Captivating and compelling, "Across the Ages" is a sweeping period drama that spans from the Bahamas to the Twin Cities!
The fourth addition to the Timeless Series by Gabrielle Meyer contrasts the Golden Age of Piracy with the Prohibition Era, blending nuanced characters, romance rife with yearning, complex family dynamics, and poignant themes of redemption.
While the innovative time-crossing premise makes this series a unique literary diadem, each gem of a story reads like a dual time novel set in multiple historic periods. This makes for a reading experience that simultaneously feels fresh and familiar.
If you're on the hunt for bookish treasure, consider this review an X marking the spot on Across the Ages!
📚 Timeless Series
📖 1) When the Day Comes
📖 2) In This Moment
📖 3) For a Lifetime
📖 4) Across the Ages
The fourth addition to the Timeless Series by Gabrielle Meyer contrasts the Golden Age of Piracy with the Prohibition Era, blending nuanced characters, romance rife with yearning, complex family dynamics, and poignant themes of redemption.
While the innovative time-crossing premise makes this series a unique literary diadem, each gem of a story reads like a dual time novel set in multiple historic periods. This makes for a reading experience that simultaneously feels fresh and familiar.
If you're on the hunt for bookish treasure, consider this review an X marking the spot on Across the Ages!
📚 Timeless Series
📖 1) When the Day Comes
📖 2) In This Moment
📖 3) For a Lifetime
📖 4) Across the Ages
December 10, 2024
OH MY GOODNESS!!!! The amount of times my jaw drops and I exclaim aloud, "WHAT?!, WHAT?!, WHAT THE HECK?!" can only begin to explain the enjoyment and enthusiasm I have for this absolute masterpiece of a book and series.
As always, the historical content is ELITE and the characters are extraordinary, including the character crossovers cleverly tied in so we could see what's up with the characters from the last book.
Also, the themes of redemption, mattering to God, and the courage to own up to our choices no matter the consequences blew me away and lit my soul on fire.
Honestly, Lewis got on my nerves a bit, BUT Marcus is TO. DIE. FOR. 😍😍 Hello dreamy pirate dude.
Both timelines, including my fav historical time period of the 20's, were so well intermixed and crafted. Another golden example of this author's brilliant mind and God-given talent, the only complaint I have is that book 5 isn't already here.
I highly recommend ordering these books from Baker Book House especially in future for pre-orders as you get a great price and cool swag!
Thank you, Gabrielle, for penning such brilliant and unique tales full of redemption, romance, mystery, and delicious history!
And thank you to whoever reads this for putting up with my chaotic, squirrely rant!! 😂
As always, the historical content is ELITE and the characters are extraordinary, including the character crossovers cleverly tied in so we could see what's up with the characters from the last book.
Also, the themes of redemption, mattering to God, and the courage to own up to our choices no matter the consequences blew me away and lit my soul on fire.
Honestly, Lewis got on my nerves a bit, BUT Marcus is TO. DIE. FOR. 😍😍 Hello dreamy pirate dude.
Both timelines, including my fav historical time period of the 20's, were so well intermixed and crafted. Another golden example of this author's brilliant mind and God-given talent, the only complaint I have is that book 5 isn't already here.
I highly recommend ordering these books from Baker Book House especially in future for pre-orders as you get a great price and cool swag!
Thank you, Gabrielle, for penning such brilliant and unique tales full of redemption, romance, mystery, and delicious history!
And thank you to whoever reads this for putting up with my chaotic, squirrely rant!! 😂
November 30, 2024
10,000 stars
This is just such a perfect book. Beginning to end… it gave me all the bookish feelings!!!
I’ve read all the books in this series and talking to so many people it seems they all affected everyone in a different way.
Book1: a little slow for me, but what an ending
Book2: such fun timelines!!!
Book3: the faith 😭 absolutely riveting
Book4: perfection… favorite leading man of all time
Also, the Easter eggs in this one deliver!!! What a fantastic addition to this series!
This is just such a perfect book. Beginning to end… it gave me all the bookish feelings!!!
I’ve read all the books in this series and talking to so many people it seems they all affected everyone in a different way.
Book1: a little slow for me, but what an ending
Book2: such fun timelines!!!
Book3: the faith 😭 absolutely riveting
Book4: perfection… favorite leading man of all time
Also, the Easter eggs in this one deliver!!! What a fantastic addition to this series!
August 14, 2024
Across the Ages is the fourth book in the Timeless series. While there are some references to previous characters in the series and there may be a few spoilers to such, this could probably be enjoyed as a standalone as well. That said, it's a wonderful series and absolutely worth reading in its entirety.
With each additional book in this series, I am absolutely astounded... not only by Gabrielle Meyer's fantastic storytelling abilities, but also how each book---while all dealing with time-crossers who will ultimately have to choose one time--- feels like a completely unique and exciting story. In this story, Caroline is living in 1727 and 1927. One of the things that sets her story apart is that she does not have someone in her life to help navigate being a time-crosser and what that truly means. At the start of the story, she believes that she is the only of her kind... but when she finds a letter from her mother in 1727, she finds herself posing as a cabin boy on a pirate ship to seek answers. Pirates and prohibition!? What's not to love about these two drastically different lives she is leading? I really loved the romance in this story... but I have to say my favorite aspect was truly the message of God's grace and redemption that it offers. This is a theme that we see carried out so beautifully across both timelines. Caroline's parents in 1927 were such a wonderful example of practicing what you preach, and I just found myself loving everything about this book so much. While I have enjoyed absolutely every single book in this series, this is definitely a new favorite for me and one that absolutely cannot be missed.
**I received a complimentary copy via Netgalley. All opinions are my own.
With each additional book in this series, I am absolutely astounded... not only by Gabrielle Meyer's fantastic storytelling abilities, but also how each book---while all dealing with time-crossers who will ultimately have to choose one time--- feels like a completely unique and exciting story. In this story, Caroline is living in 1727 and 1927. One of the things that sets her story apart is that she does not have someone in her life to help navigate being a time-crosser and what that truly means. At the start of the story, she believes that she is the only of her kind... but when she finds a letter from her mother in 1727, she finds herself posing as a cabin boy on a pirate ship to seek answers. Pirates and prohibition!? What's not to love about these two drastically different lives she is leading? I really loved the romance in this story... but I have to say my favorite aspect was truly the message of God's grace and redemption that it offers. This is a theme that we see carried out so beautifully across both timelines. Caroline's parents in 1927 were such a wonderful example of practicing what you preach, and I just found myself loving everything about this book so much. While I have enjoyed absolutely every single book in this series, this is definitely a new favorite for me and one that absolutely cannot be missed.
**I received a complimentary copy via Netgalley. All opinions are my own.
December 10, 2024
That ending! Or let me just say, every ending to every book in this series always gets me. I knew I would enjoy this next installment in The Timeless series. You want to know why? 1920s and pirates...need I say more? Two of my absolute favorite things to read about, and this was no exception. Thank you so much Gabrielle Meyer for combining my two favorite historical eras into one fantastic book!
The characters were amazing! Especially the pirate, have I mentioned there are pirates? I always fall in love with the pirate of a story. I loved the settings of both timelines and loved the mystery aspect of our main character trying to discover her past. If you haven't picked up this series, well it's not my fault.
*thank you to Bethany House for a complimentary copy of this book to read. All thoughts are my own.
The characters were amazing! Especially the pirate, have I mentioned there are pirates? I always fall in love with the pirate of a story. I loved the settings of both timelines and loved the mystery aspect of our main character trying to discover her past. If you haven't picked up this series, well it's not my fault.
*thank you to Bethany House for a complimentary copy of this book to read. All thoughts are my own.
November 7, 2024
Across the Ages is the 4th book in the Timeless series. I have to say it is my least favorite of the series, but still an excellent book. We follow pirates and the prohibition era. Usually in these books there is a huge plot twist and this book did not have that twist that is why I gave it 4 stars. But still a great book that I quite enjoyed. I really loved the pirate timeline. It was not a subject that I read a lot about. Still a great addition to this wonderful series that I think all should read!!!
October 17, 2024
And the book hangover begins now… SO good! I can’t get enough of this series. Gabrielle Meyer ALWAYS manages to surprise me, along with ALL the other emotions… just read it and tell me I’m not wrong.
June 11, 2025
Another lovely addititon to this must-read series! And dare I say? My favorite Timeless hero yet! It would be a fair point to say that a hero that calls her “lass” goes an absurdly long way with me (sorry, Henry). But we’re talking a protective, redemption-seeking Scottish pirate, okay? I expected a teensy bit more menace from a morally grey hero and peril and swashbuckling throughout, but in the end Marcus Zale was swoony in the high seas.
I loved that with this time-crosser story our heroine has no context, no mentor, nothing to help her understand why she lives a day in one time period and then wakes up in another. Caroline’s search for answers was compelling, even if in general she lacked the capable, grounded grit of other Timeless heroines I can’t help compare her to, and I wasn’t completely convinced why two men were so over the moon for the naive songbird.
Through my highly invested journey with this series, I usually prefer one time period/scenario more than the other, and here there was no contest (just like the pseudo-love-triangle). By the end I was bracing for a major twist that never slapped me in the face, but hey, our girl got her answers and the best pir— I mean, man won.
On to the next!
Content notes: kissing only, themes of Christian faith, on page mentions of mistresses, adultery, pre-marital pregnancy, and soliciting prostitutes by secondary characters.
I loved that with this time-crosser story our heroine has no context, no mentor, nothing to help her understand why she lives a day in one time period and then wakes up in another. Caroline’s search for answers was compelling, even if in general she lacked the capable, grounded grit of other Timeless heroines I can’t help compare her to, and I wasn’t completely convinced why two men were so over the moon for the naive songbird.
Through my highly invested journey with this series, I usually prefer one time period/scenario more than the other, and here there was no contest (just like the pseudo-love-triangle). By the end I was bracing for a major twist that never slapped me in the face, but hey, our girl got her answers and the best pir— I mean, man won.
On to the next!
Content notes: kissing only, themes of Christian faith, on page mentions of mistresses, adultery, pre-marital pregnancy, and soliciting prostitutes by secondary characters.
January 9, 2025
“𝐖𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐧’𝐭 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐩𝐚𝐬𝐭, 𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐰𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐟𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞.”
This has got to be one of the MOST beautiful books I have ever laid eyes on!! I knew I NEEDED this book as soon as I first saw it 😄 I mean 1720s pirate vibes AND 1920s flapper vibes!! Literally two of my absolute favorite eras to read about 😁
Gabrielle Meyer always does a phenomenal job at writing amazing Christ-filled stories! One of my favorite things about her stories is how she doesn’t shy away from honoring God through her writing ♥️
"𝚆𝚎 𝚊𝚛𝚎 𝚊𝚕𝚕 𝚙𝚊𝚛𝚝 𝚘𝚏 𝙶𝚘𝚍'𝚜 𝚜𝚝𝚘𝚛𝚢, 𝙰𝚗𝚍 𝙷𝚎 𝚌𝚊𝚗 𝚍𝚘 𝚠𝚑𝚊𝚝 𝙷𝚎 𝚠𝚒𝚕𝚕𝚜."
This book was a touch different than the previous books in this series as the main character didn’t understand her time swapping abilities whereas the others would have been taught about them by their parents. It gave this story a fun twist!
I honestly wasn’t sure which of Caroline’s lives I was hoping she would choose because there were positive points for each life. Marcus Zale/Maxwell MacDougal was definitely the highlight of 1727 because, hello, he was a pirate!! And a Scottish pirate at that 😁
𝙸 𝚕𝚘𝚗𝚐𝚎𝚍 𝚝𝚘 𝚞𝚗𝚍𝚎𝚛𝚜𝚝𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝚝𝚑𝚒𝚜 𝚙𝚒𝚛𝚊𝚝𝚎 𝚋𝚎𝚏𝚘𝚛𝚎 𝚖𝚎. 𝙷𝚎 𝚠𝚊𝚜 𝚊 𝚜𝚝𝚞𝚍𝚢 𝚒𝚗 𝚌𝚘𝚗𝚝𝚛𝚊𝚜𝚝𝚜, 𝚋𝚘𝚝𝚑 𝚕𝚒𝚐𝚑𝚝 𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝚍𝚊𝚛𝚔𝚗𝚎𝚜𝚜, 𝚐𝚘𝚘𝚍 𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝚋𝚊𝚍, 𝚜𝚝𝚘𝚛𝚖𝚢 𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝚌𝚊𝚕𝚖—𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝙸 𝚗𝚎𝚎𝚍𝚎𝚍 𝚝𝚘 𝚔𝚗𝚘𝚠 𝚠𝚑𝚢.
“𝚈𝚘𝚞'𝚟𝚎 𝚞𝚗𝚖𝚊𝚜𝚔𝚎𝚍 𝚖𝚎 𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝚌𝚊𝚙𝚝𝚞𝚛𝚎𝚍 𝚖𝚢 𝚑𝚎𝚊𝚛𝚝.”
I did like Lewis in 1927, though, too. He may have been a childhood tease to Carrie, but he was extremely kind and endearing now. I loved that he was so willing to help her search for her mother!
The conclusion to this book was immensely satisfying! Gabrielle Meyer always does such a great job with her endings ☺️
This has got to be one of the MOST beautiful books I have ever laid eyes on!! I knew I NEEDED this book as soon as I first saw it 😄 I mean 1720s pirate vibes AND 1920s flapper vibes!! Literally two of my absolute favorite eras to read about 😁
Gabrielle Meyer always does a phenomenal job at writing amazing Christ-filled stories! One of my favorite things about her stories is how she doesn’t shy away from honoring God through her writing ♥️
"𝚆𝚎 𝚊𝚛𝚎 𝚊𝚕𝚕 𝚙𝚊𝚛𝚝 𝚘𝚏 𝙶𝚘𝚍'𝚜 𝚜𝚝𝚘𝚛𝚢, 𝙰𝚗𝚍 𝙷𝚎 𝚌𝚊𝚗 𝚍𝚘 𝚠𝚑𝚊𝚝 𝙷𝚎 𝚠𝚒𝚕𝚕𝚜."
This book was a touch different than the previous books in this series as the main character didn’t understand her time swapping abilities whereas the others would have been taught about them by their parents. It gave this story a fun twist!
I honestly wasn’t sure which of Caroline’s lives I was hoping she would choose because there were positive points for each life. Marcus Zale/Maxwell MacDougal was definitely the highlight of 1727 because, hello, he was a pirate!! And a Scottish pirate at that 😁
𝙸 𝚕𝚘𝚗𝚐𝚎𝚍 𝚝𝚘 𝚞𝚗𝚍𝚎𝚛𝚜𝚝𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝚝𝚑𝚒𝚜 𝚙𝚒𝚛𝚊𝚝𝚎 𝚋𝚎𝚏𝚘𝚛𝚎 𝚖𝚎. 𝙷𝚎 𝚠𝚊𝚜 𝚊 𝚜𝚝𝚞𝚍𝚢 𝚒𝚗 𝚌𝚘𝚗𝚝𝚛𝚊𝚜𝚝𝚜, 𝚋𝚘𝚝𝚑 𝚕𝚒𝚐𝚑𝚝 𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝚍𝚊𝚛𝚔𝚗𝚎𝚜𝚜, 𝚐𝚘𝚘𝚍 𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝚋𝚊𝚍, 𝚜𝚝𝚘𝚛𝚖𝚢 𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝚌𝚊𝚕𝚖—𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝙸 𝚗𝚎𝚎𝚍𝚎𝚍 𝚝𝚘 𝚔𝚗𝚘𝚠 𝚠𝚑𝚢.
“𝚈𝚘𝚞'𝚟𝚎 𝚞𝚗𝚖𝚊𝚜𝚔𝚎𝚍 𝚖𝚎 𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝚌𝚊𝚙𝚝𝚞𝚛𝚎𝚍 𝚖𝚢 𝚑𝚎𝚊𝚛𝚝.”
I did like Lewis in 1927, though, too. He may have been a childhood tease to Carrie, but he was extremely kind and endearing now. I loved that he was so willing to help her search for her mother!
The conclusion to this book was immensely satisfying! Gabrielle Meyer always does such a great job with her endings ☺️
June 24, 2025
1727 Atlantic Ocean/east coast & 1927 Minneapolis, MN
Another well spun time crossing novel. Caroline lives as a boy on a pirate ship in 1727 and as the daughter of a well known preacher in 1927. Lots of interesting historical details in the pages.
Another well spun time crossing novel. Caroline lives as a boy on a pirate ship in 1727 and as the daughter of a well known preacher in 1927. Lots of interesting historical details in the pages.
November 12, 2024
Well my goodness, talk about a roller coaster ride! It took me a while to get into this book, but once I did, I was ALL IN.
Can you imagine being a time crosser without any knowledge of what it means, what it is, or what the rules are? Caroline had no guidance with it, and in fact, thought she was the only one with this "curse".
And oh, the emotions that roiled through me starting at about halfway through this book. The pressures of perfectionism and all those secrets, the family dynamics, the diving bell! Whew!
This is one of those books where you just don't know how it'll end. With one chapter, you think one thing, the next chapter, something else, and back and forth throughout. I truly didn't know until the end of the book.
I cried, I got goosebumps, my heart beat faster, I was half afraid to turn the page because I just didn't know what would happen. I didn't know for sure what I wanted to happen. There were both sweet and painful moments in each era.
Yeah. I was all in.
~I was given a complimentary copy of this book. No positive review was required, and all opinions are my own.~
Can you imagine being a time crosser without any knowledge of what it means, what it is, or what the rules are? Caroline had no guidance with it, and in fact, thought she was the only one with this "curse".
And oh, the emotions that roiled through me starting at about halfway through this book. The pressures of perfectionism and all those secrets, the family dynamics, the diving bell! Whew!
This is one of those books where you just don't know how it'll end. With one chapter, you think one thing, the next chapter, something else, and back and forth throughout. I truly didn't know until the end of the book.
I cried, I got goosebumps, my heart beat faster, I was half afraid to turn the page because I just didn't know what would happen. I didn't know for sure what I wanted to happen. There were both sweet and painful moments in each era.
Yeah. I was all in.
~I was given a complimentary copy of this book. No positive review was required, and all opinions are my own.~
November 17, 2024
All the stars for this book! From speakeasies to the high seas, Across the Ages grabbed hold & didn’t let go. Gabrielle Meyer delivers another favorite in the Timeless series. I adore books set in the roaring 20’s & the 1700’s (especially if it involves pirates). This time slip story combines both brilliantly as Caroline wakes up in 1727 only to fall asleep & wake up in 1927, over & over again.
In 1927, Caroline Baldwin is the daughter of a famous preacher who strongly advocates for Prohibition. While her brothers don’t follow in his footsteps & tend to be on the other side of the law, Caroline does her best to live up to her father’s high standards. When she goes searching for answers about her unique condition, she ends up putting her family name at risk.
In 1727, Caroline Reed lives with her grandfather who wants to marry her off to an unwanted suitor. When she discovers a note from her long lost mother, she dresses as a boy & stows away on a ship to find her. When the ship’s captured by pirates, she finds herself working in close proximity to Marcus Zale, the quartermaster of the Ocean Curse. As their relationship deepens, will he discover her secrets?
I LOVED this book! There were so many twists & turns. Caroline has two suitors & while she loves one more than the other, I was on pins & needles wondering which time period she’d end up in by her 21st birthday. The romance is so swoony & I absolutely loved how things turned out.
The history & settings are so well done. I loved glimpses of Charles Lindbergh & the nods to Bonnie & Clyde & the gangsters of the 20’s. I also enjoyed the pirate adventures including storylines based on Anne Bonny & Calico Jack. I always look forward to the history Gabrielle Meyer includes in her stories.
There’s also a wonderful faith element beautifully woven in to both timelines. I enjoyed the messages of forgiveness, second chances, & redemption. I also love the whole concept of the time slip & how it works.
Highest of recommendations to this faith-filled, romantic adventure! The whole series is a must read. While this book can be read as a standalone, I recommend reading the previous books in the series to truly appreciate the story & characters. I loved getting a glimpse of familiar favorite characters in this story. I received an advanced complimentary copy from the author. All opinions are my own & voluntarily provided.
In 1927, Caroline Baldwin is the daughter of a famous preacher who strongly advocates for Prohibition. While her brothers don’t follow in his footsteps & tend to be on the other side of the law, Caroline does her best to live up to her father’s high standards. When she goes searching for answers about her unique condition, she ends up putting her family name at risk.
In 1727, Caroline Reed lives with her grandfather who wants to marry her off to an unwanted suitor. When she discovers a note from her long lost mother, she dresses as a boy & stows away on a ship to find her. When the ship’s captured by pirates, she finds herself working in close proximity to Marcus Zale, the quartermaster of the Ocean Curse. As their relationship deepens, will he discover her secrets?
I LOVED this book! There were so many twists & turns. Caroline has two suitors & while she loves one more than the other, I was on pins & needles wondering which time period she’d end up in by her 21st birthday. The romance is so swoony & I absolutely loved how things turned out.
The history & settings are so well done. I loved glimpses of Charles Lindbergh & the nods to Bonnie & Clyde & the gangsters of the 20’s. I also enjoyed the pirate adventures including storylines based on Anne Bonny & Calico Jack. I always look forward to the history Gabrielle Meyer includes in her stories.
There’s also a wonderful faith element beautifully woven in to both timelines. I enjoyed the messages of forgiveness, second chances, & redemption. I also love the whole concept of the time slip & how it works.
Highest of recommendations to this faith-filled, romantic adventure! The whole series is a must read. While this book can be read as a standalone, I recommend reading the previous books in the series to truly appreciate the story & characters. I loved getting a glimpse of familiar favorite characters in this story. I received an advanced complimentary copy from the author. All opinions are my own & voluntarily provided.
November 10, 2024
I crave her books, they are extraordinary! She had me at pirates, gangsters, and I loved that her father was a well known preacher performing tent revivals. The thread of faith is uplifting and encouraging. The saddest part is having to wait for the next book!
October 6, 2024
Another beautiful story in this timeless series.
January 14, 2025
This is my favorite in the series! I listened to it and the narration was fantastic! The author just keeps getting better and better. I can't recommend it enough!!
June 1, 2025
This series has ruined me for all other books! 😭🩷
Favorite book boyfriend in the series so far, Chapter 26 / her Dad 🥹, and the connections with the previous book. 🩷🩷🩷
Favorite book boyfriend in the series so far, Chapter 26 / her Dad 🥹, and the connections with the previous book. 🩷🩷🩷
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