An Earl In Time

by Lisa Kumar

As a research scientist, Julia Avers travels through time to sleuth out the mysteries of past ages. When a rich client commissions her company to send her to 1812 London, she never dreams she’ll land in the townhouse of the Earl of Correlton. He’s handsome, and though she’s from the future, he wants her. Too bad he’s not above stranding her in his home by taking away her only means of escape—her invisibility transmitter.

James Noddingdon, the Earl of Correlton, is bored with all the pleasures London has to offer. When an invisible woman drops into his lap and reveals herself to him, he feels fate has intervened and given him his intended mate. She claims she needs to find the person who will steal the famed Ring of Claremont. Seeking a way to court her, he demands she stay with him and his grandmother for her week in London.

After their week is over, Julia hopes to return home. But will she find that her home—as well as her heart—now rests elsewhere?

Genres: Time Travel, Romance, Time Travel Romance

75 pages, Kindle Edition

First published July 25, 2013

About the author

I'm a mother and romance writer who grew up in small-town Indiana. I studied psychology in college and worked off and on in the mental health field over the years. I now reside in Southern California. When not spinning tales of romance and fantasy, I can often be found with my nose buried in a book. I also love going for walks with my youngest son and taking Zumba classes. One of my stories, Bound to the Elvin King, won Ind'Tale's 2015 RONE award for best Sci-Fi/Fantasy.

Reviews

[Kary Rader · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very cute fun little historical time travel and the start of a series I can't wait for.

The modern day heroine sent back into to meet a notorious rake. For a man who's used to women falling at his feet, Lord Corelton has his eyes opened by the independent beauty who falls literally into his lap.

I read this short story in one sitting and it was such delicious fun.

[Bea]

AP story; I edited; can't review. If you like time travel, this might be for you.

[Dani · Rating 2 out of 5]

The story was well written, but I think it is difficult to produce a satisfying time-travel story within the confines of the novella word count. In this case, I found the hero annoying from the beginning and there wasn't enough time for him to redeem himself or for the romance to blossom fully. However, I did enjoy the time-travel concept that the author created; I would just rather see it in a full-length novel where she would have the word count to expand it.

[Julia Bell · Rating 2 out of 5]

I absolutely hate it when I'm forced to give a two-star rating, but I feel I must be honest and say why. I found this story rather incredible and it spoiled my enjoyment of it. Unfortunately, it included one of my bugbears and that's when a marquis (mark-ee) is mistaken for a marquess (mark-wess). A marquess is the English title (the Marquess of Salisbury, a former prime minister) and marquis (Marquis de Sade) is a foreign nobleman. I know I'm being picky, but I always cringe when I see it. I also winced when the earl mentioned a 'gadget' which wasn't coined until the mid-nineteenth century during the Industrial Revolution, therefore not known in the Regency era.
On top of that I couldn't see why the earl would want to keep the heroine a prisoner when he had just met her. Also, the fact that the earl's grandmother was also a time traveller seemed too convenient. Why was the earl shocked when he was told that he wouldn't be alive in the 25th century? Did he think he would live forever? So sorry, but thankfully I seem to be the only one giving a two-star review.

[Brenda Dyer · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this story. I've always been a fan of time-travel romances, but have gotten away from them. Hmm, not sure why, lol. Anyway, I'm so glad I picked this book up to read. It reminded me why I love time travels.

I highly recommend this story. The characters are wonderful.
This story will transport you back to another age.

A true five star read.

[Brittany · Rating 2 out of 5]

I was looking for a time-travel romance and came across this one. I just did not love it. It was way too short. It needed a whole lot more substance. The other thing that bothered me is that for a woman from the future the main character is way too submissive. She really needed a back-bone.

[Sandy · Rating 3 out of 5]

I was very surprised how short the story was but I still really liked it. I want to try her other books to see if it's similar to this book.

[Donna · Rating 2 out of 5]

A little wet behind the ears as far as being a complete story with believable... anything. Not making me want more.