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Beyond Time #2
Changing Grace
Alone in a foreign city, haunted by the ghost of Robert Hamilton and confronted with a portrait of herself painted four hundred years ago, Grace Evans has every reason to doubt her sanity.
‘Haunting Grace’, ‘Changing Grace’ and ‘Saving Grace’ have been published in short story form to allow readers the opportunity to sample Ms Marshall’s work. These three books are part of a much larger piece of work; the ‘Highland Secret Series’.
‘Beyond Time’ is a compilation of the three ‘Grace’ books and is the second book in the ‘Highland Secret Series’. ‘Beyond Time’ will soon be available in both ebook and paperback format.
The first book in the ‘Highland Secret Series’ is ‘When Fate Dictates’; a full 90 000 word novel set in the Scottish Highlands and York and is available as an ebook and paperback.
The third book of the series, ‘Entwined’, is due for release shortly and will also be available in ebook and paperback format.
‘Haunting Grace’, ‘Changing Grace’ and ‘Saving Grace’ have been published in short story form to allow readers the opportunity to sample Ms Marshall’s work. These three books are part of a much larger piece of work; the ‘Highland Secret Series’.
‘Beyond Time’ is a compilation of the three ‘Grace’ books and is the second book in the ‘Highland Secret Series’. ‘Beyond Time’ will soon be available in both ebook and paperback format.
The first book in the ‘Highland Secret Series’ is ‘When Fate Dictates’; a full 90 000 word novel set in the Scottish Highlands and York and is available as an ebook and paperback.
The third book of the series, ‘Entwined’, is due for release shortly and will also be available in ebook and paperback format.
34 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 27, 2011
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About the author
Elizabeth Marshall
8 books119 followersElizabeth Marshall is the pen name of the author of the ‘Highland Secret Series’. She was born on Christmas Eve at St Mary’s Hospital, at the Marianhill Monastery, in the province of Natal, South Africa.
Elizabeth grew up in a small village called Hillcrest surrounded by a large Scottish farming family.
Her primary education was delivered by Nuns from the Monastery in which she was born. The teaching that Elizabeth received during her primary school days provided an invaluable foundation and grounding.
Smiling, Elizabeth recalls a gift, presented to her by Sister Domianis at the end of a school year. It was a prayer card and on it was simply written the word – Patience.
Through secondary school and into adult-hood, Elizabeth’s life centred on a love of reading, music, writing and history.
A hopeless romantic and dreamer with a head full of stories, Elizabeth wanted desperately to write.
Many real adventures later and Elizabeth is now living in the land of her ancestors and telling the stories she was born to tell.
Elizabeth grew up in a small village called Hillcrest surrounded by a large Scottish farming family.
Her primary education was delivered by Nuns from the Monastery in which she was born. The teaching that Elizabeth received during her primary school days provided an invaluable foundation and grounding.
Smiling, Elizabeth recalls a gift, presented to her by Sister Domianis at the end of a school year. It was a prayer card and on it was simply written the word – Patience.
Through secondary school and into adult-hood, Elizabeth’s life centred on a love of reading, music, writing and history.
A hopeless romantic and dreamer with a head full of stories, Elizabeth wanted desperately to write.
Many real adventures later and Elizabeth is now living in the land of her ancestors and telling the stories she was born to tell.
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September 29, 2011
I found this well written. Elizabeth Marshall has done a wonderful job bring to us Grace and her ghost Robert Hamilton
We find Grace wondering if she is not loosing her mind. She has doubts if any of what she has seen is real.
Grace decides to start check the museum and library for all she can find about Robert. Why does he have such a hold on her. Did she herself 400 years ago leave herself a message on the back of the picture. You are cheering for Grace and telling her to hang in there
Elizabeth Marshall has taken us done another path and left us wanting more and needing answers.
What next new surprise does Miss Marshall have for us.
A great ghost story worth your read..........
We find Grace wondering if she is not loosing her mind. She has doubts if any of what she has seen is real.
Grace decides to start check the museum and library for all she can find about Robert. Why does he have such a hold on her. Did she herself 400 years ago leave herself a message on the back of the picture. You are cheering for Grace and telling her to hang in there
Elizabeth Marshall has taken us done another path and left us wanting more and needing answers.
What next new surprise does Miss Marshall have for us.
A great ghost story worth your read..........
July 25, 2012
Reviewed for www.bookchickcity.com
HAUNTING GRACE, CHANGING GRACE and SAVING GRACE are three short stories that together comprise a novella. At the time of writing this review, they are all free to download on Kindle (UK), so I thought I’d give them a whirl. As they are all essentially three parts of one story, I’ve found it easier to review them as one. Each are a quick read, and I read each in the space of an hour. So if you fancy something a little bit different one evening, they’re worth picking it up.
The stories follow Grace, a woman escaping her manipulative and abusive vicar husband. Grace is a brave women with a sad past, who also begins to wonder if she’s starting to lose her mind when she begins to see the ghost of local legend Robert Hamilton. The three stories follow her starting anew, being haunted and afraid she’s losing her sanity, so hold onto your hats… a bit of crazy time travel.
The writing did feel a bit clumsy at times, the flow not always as smooth as it could have been. But by the second story this had either improved or I had got used to the author’s style. It made me wonder if this was perhaps the author’s first piece of writing, as it did just feel stilted in certain sections.
HAUNTING GRACE builds the tension quite nicely, you get a real sense of spooky mystery around the ghost that is plaguing Grace and her loneliness. CHANGING GRACE moves on as she comes to terms with the hauntings, but more and more begins to question her sanity.
She was going to have to register with a doctor; there was nothing else for it. [...] She couldn’t possibly be allowed to roam the streets in this condition. She was a danger to herself and everyone around her.
You feel sorry for Grace, but also a little irritated by how everyone else seems to willingly accept the hauntings and also the belief that Grace is somehow going to travel through time.
Then of course comes SAVING GRACE and we’re transported to the 17th century. Enter the real Robert Hamilton and the anticipated love story. The love story was nice, even if the chemistry was perhaps not as smoking as I would have liked. I enjoyed seeing Grace get her happy ever after. Although, perhaps there is a subsequent story planned but I felt somewhat disappointed about how the threads regarding Grace’s daughter were left.
VERDICT:
The stories were an ok read, but if I’m honest not the best I’ve ever picked up. I enjoyed the ghostly aspects of the narrative. Normally a lover of time-travel romances, I felt this aspect was under-developed. Overall I felt like it just needed stepping up a gear and the writing could have been smoother. But never-the-less I did not begrudge my reading time either.
HAUNTING GRACE, CHANGING GRACE and SAVING GRACE are three short stories that together comprise a novella. At the time of writing this review, they are all free to download on Kindle (UK), so I thought I’d give them a whirl. As they are all essentially three parts of one story, I’ve found it easier to review them as one. Each are a quick read, and I read each in the space of an hour. So if you fancy something a little bit different one evening, they’re worth picking it up.
The stories follow Grace, a woman escaping her manipulative and abusive vicar husband. Grace is a brave women with a sad past, who also begins to wonder if she’s starting to lose her mind when she begins to see the ghost of local legend Robert Hamilton. The three stories follow her starting anew, being haunted and afraid she’s losing her sanity, so hold onto your hats… a bit of crazy time travel.
The writing did feel a bit clumsy at times, the flow not always as smooth as it could have been. But by the second story this had either improved or I had got used to the author’s style. It made me wonder if this was perhaps the author’s first piece of writing, as it did just feel stilted in certain sections.
HAUNTING GRACE builds the tension quite nicely, you get a real sense of spooky mystery around the ghost that is plaguing Grace and her loneliness. CHANGING GRACE moves on as she comes to terms with the hauntings, but more and more begins to question her sanity.
She was going to have to register with a doctor; there was nothing else for it. [...] She couldn’t possibly be allowed to roam the streets in this condition. She was a danger to herself and everyone around her.
You feel sorry for Grace, but also a little irritated by how everyone else seems to willingly accept the hauntings and also the belief that Grace is somehow going to travel through time.
Then of course comes SAVING GRACE and we’re transported to the 17th century. Enter the real Robert Hamilton and the anticipated love story. The love story was nice, even if the chemistry was perhaps not as smoking as I would have liked. I enjoyed seeing Grace get her happy ever after. Although, perhaps there is a subsequent story planned but I felt somewhat disappointed about how the threads regarding Grace’s daughter were left.
VERDICT:
The stories were an ok read, but if I’m honest not the best I’ve ever picked up. I enjoyed the ghostly aspects of the narrative. Normally a lover of time-travel romances, I felt this aspect was under-developed. Overall I felt like it just needed stepping up a gear and the writing could have been smoother. But never-the-less I did not begrudge my reading time either.
December 2, 2011
We start right where Haunting Grace leaves off without skipping a beat. Grace is still trying to figure out the mystery behind her connection to Robert Hamilton. I really can't tell you much with out giving away spoilers because the story is a really short one. I can't help but feel like I should be curled up in my Scottish throw on a couch or recliner in front of my fireplace sipping on some hot chocolate or eggnog as I read this book... yeah I know. LOL
It still isn't a scary kind of book. It reads more like a mystery and a cozy one at that. I will say that I am having a problem with how quick Grace has fallen in love with Robert Hamilton when in reality there hasn't been much to build love on.
Check it out! Let me know what you think.
It still isn't a scary kind of book. It reads more like a mystery and a cozy one at that. I will say that I am having a problem with how quick Grace has fallen in love with Robert Hamilton when in reality there hasn't been much to build love on.
Check it out! Let me know what you think.
September 12, 2012
This story was great and I found it impossible to put down. I read it in one sitting and can't wait to start on the next one. This is such a wonderful story, and I'm anxious to see how the story unfolds. :)
August 13, 2012
Loved it! I just wish this series was longer!
August 18, 2012
Same with this one too, just wish it was a full length novel. Love the story!!
October 8, 2017
In this installment, Grace sort of accepts her fate. She still believes she has gone insane but feels happier than she has in years.
Even with messages from her future self living in the past. (If that makes any sense to you, if not read the book.)
This one is a little better that the first book but still bored me. It is another short story. About 1 to 2 hours and only 89 pages on my Nook. So if you are looking for something light and quick before bed, this is the book for you.
Even with messages from her future self living in the past. (If that makes any sense to you, if not read the book.)
This one is a little better that the first book but still bored me. It is another short story. About 1 to 2 hours and only 89 pages on my Nook. So if you are looking for something light and quick before bed, this is the book for you.
January 26, 2016
Changing Grace:
Grace is shocked to see herself in the portrait of Robert Hamilton and his wife. Harry knew it would unnerve her. She is determined to explain it away until her watch is spotted in the painting. She doesn’t understand how this can be. Harry thinks she will go back in time. Grace thinks this is ridiculous and believes she has finally lost her mind.
Robert comes to her in her dreams and Grace is scared. She needs to go see a doctor. Kate talks her into meeting with a medium instead. Grace is frustrated with the experience and stunned at the medium’s prediction. Nothing is explaining what is happening except she is having a mental breakdown. She takes the portrait of Robert down from her wall to examine it carefully. What she finds there is shocking and sets her on the path that will change her life forever.
The story continues as Grace finds out more about Robert and speculates what is happening to her. She believes she is crazy. She is leaning entirely toward a believable conclusion. I would probably react exactly as she is. It would completely freak me out if I was seeing a man that wasn’t really there. So instantly I saw her reactions were relatable and she came across as a realistic character.
I like how the author described scenes where the past and present overlapped and you could see both at the same time. It was an interesting concept. It would make it hard to believe my eyes.
I also really liked Grace. She had a tough life and you just want her to find happiness. It’s a fabulous paranormal story that takes a ghost and time travel to get her happiness. I can’t wait to see what happens next. I give it a 4 out of 5.
Grace is shocked to see herself in the portrait of Robert Hamilton and his wife. Harry knew it would unnerve her. She is determined to explain it away until her watch is spotted in the painting. She doesn’t understand how this can be. Harry thinks she will go back in time. Grace thinks this is ridiculous and believes she has finally lost her mind.
Robert comes to her in her dreams and Grace is scared. She needs to go see a doctor. Kate talks her into meeting with a medium instead. Grace is frustrated with the experience and stunned at the medium’s prediction. Nothing is explaining what is happening except she is having a mental breakdown. She takes the portrait of Robert down from her wall to examine it carefully. What she finds there is shocking and sets her on the path that will change her life forever.
The story continues as Grace finds out more about Robert and speculates what is happening to her. She believes she is crazy. She is leaning entirely toward a believable conclusion. I would probably react exactly as she is. It would completely freak me out if I was seeing a man that wasn’t really there. So instantly I saw her reactions were relatable and she came across as a realistic character.
I like how the author described scenes where the past and present overlapped and you could see both at the same time. It was an interesting concept. It would make it hard to believe my eyes.
I also really liked Grace. She had a tough life and you just want her to find happiness. It’s a fabulous paranormal story that takes a ghost and time travel to get her happiness. I can’t wait to see what happens next. I give it a 4 out of 5.
April 16, 2016
Time Travel---- Grace Hamilton live in York, in present time but finds a picture of Mr. Hamilton on a wall in a pub, and she is in the picture, yep it's her, and she is wearing her present day watch.
She dreams of Robert every night and he comes and sleeps with her, but during the day she fantasizes about him. A fortune teller tells her she will die soon and go back 400 years. She doesn't believe her but it's coming true.
She dreams of Robert every night and he comes and sleeps with her, but during the day she fantasizes about him. A fortune teller tells her she will die soon and go back 400 years. She doesn't believe her but it's coming true.
November 10, 2012
In this book, Grace finds out that there is a portrait of Robert Hamilton that has a picture of his wife, and that his wife looks exactly like her. She goes into utter denial until she removes Robert's portrait from the wall of her hotel room and discovers a message written to her by herself
November 1, 2012
Short, a little predictable yet enjoyable.
May 22, 2013
See Haunting Grace.
November 29, 2013
Very good book!! Anyone who loves time travel, this is the book for you. Read it nonstop.
October 1, 2012
I really enjoyed this series. A fast enjoyable read.
November 19, 2013
Book 2 of 3 and it is getting better and better. Love the thrill as it continues.
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