Time Sphere

Timepathway #1

by M.C. Morison, Murray Morison

When a teenage priestess, living 5,000 years ago in Ancient Egypt, connects with Rhory, an English schoolboy visiting the British Museum, she puts herself and him in grave danger. The link they forge through the pathways of time is noticed. She must escape the murderous followers of the God Set, and Rhory is hunted by their modern counterparts, the nefarious Society of Secrets.

Genres: Historical Fiction, Fantasy, Time Travel, Young Adult

392 pages, Paperback

First published May 30, 2014

Reviews

[B. Phoenix · Rating 4 out of 5]

I received this book on NetGalley.

As a lover of history and mythology, I really liked the time travel aspect of the novel. Morrison was able to incorporate educational information in a fun adventure for preteens. I noticed another reviewer mentioned that they had issues with the constant shifting of time however, I did not and I was able to keep up with which time I was in while reading. To say this is his first novel, I am highly impressed by his abilities to juggle time travel and keeping in mind the tone for his readers and intended audience. I give the novel 4.2 out of 5.0. I cannot wait to see where Rhory's next leap will take him.

[Helen Noble · Rating 5 out of 5]

As a young teenager I was lucky to have my imagination sparked by a talented teacher’s fascinating introductory lesson on ancient Greek mythology. Over the years, my continuing interest has slow-burned its way through the many tales of heroism, intrigue, passion and love (in all forms from Agape to Eros.)
Reading 'Time Sphere' transported me back to that magical moment re-igniting both my love of the legends and my childhood enthusiasm for adventure.
Elements of ancient Egyptian mythology and timeless Greek legends are skilfully woven into this modern tale; we are transported through time from the present day in a London museum,by way of the Amenti, a netherworld where ‘time is coiled like a great snake.’
The author’s skillful use of clear dialogue and concise description continues to ease us into concurrent worlds of wonder, peril and rites of passage.
A book that encourages people to consider ‘Bylinkin’s notion’ of loops of time sitting atop one another as the reason for history appearing to repeat itself, is guaranteed to stimulate the minds and hearts of the young and older people alike.
Would I recommend it to my children to read?
I already have.

[Carolyn Mathews · Rating 4 out of 5]

How many boys, on reaching their thirteenth birthday, come under attack from paranormal foes they had no idea existed? Ingénu Rhory finds himself travelling through space and time, spanning millennia in the blink of an eye, to complete the divine mission he was born to undertake, which could shape the very future of planet Earth.
Entering wormholes exposes space-time voyagers to 'exotic matter'. In Rhory's case, the exotic is in the characters he meets and the places he encounters them. With its ingenious plot and mix of attractive and not-so-attractive characters, Time Sphere, by M C Morison, adds up to a thrilling and thought-provoking tale of good versus evil.

[Teresa Bassett · Rating 5 out of 5]

A captivating and enthralling adventure

Time Sphere is a highly imaginative time travel adventure involving Rhory, a London schoolboy, and Shoshan, an Ancient Egyptian priestess. The story works cleverly on many different levels. It’s a cracking good read with lots of action and endearing, convincing characters—yet at the same time, it also explores the deeper mysteries of life in a fascinating and exciting way.

Murray Morison has done a great job of bringing his characters and story to life, and Time Sphere is a novel which will stay in my mind and heart. I’m looking forward eagerly to the next book in the series.

[Elen Sentier · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good read. I'm not usually a YA reader but I really enjoyed this. Morison knows his subject and weaves it nicely into the story. It's an adventure story with a fast pace spinning across worlds at breathtaking speeds. I like the notion of time and the hints of physics, and I've always adored the British Museum. It has a good sense of humour too, I have a grin on my face all the time I'm reading about the crazy secret agents and the country house. The timesphere itself keeps reminding me of the Antikythera mechanism ... I've always loved that thing.

[Jon Mackley · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a romping good yarn! Time Sphere brings to life Egyptian mythology and a contemporary adventure story: it skilfully weaves together these elements in an epic conflict of good vs evil. Sold, believable characters, an intriguing story and a suitably thought-provoking amount of scientific ideas to back it all up (the concept of time “loop” was fascinating”) results in a cracking good read to be enjoyed by young adult and adult readers alike.

[Forever Young Adult]

Graded By: Jennie
Cover Story: Walk Like An Egyptian
BFF Charm: Yay!
Swoonworthy Scale: 3
Talky Talk: Well Behaved British Teen
Bonus Factor: Time Traveling to Ancient Civilizations
Relationship Status: Second Date Material

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[DelAnne Frazee · Rating 5 out of 5]

Title: Time Sphere - Time Pathway Book 1
Author: M.C. Morison
Publisher: Lodestone Books
Published: 5-30-2014
Pages: 393
Genre: Teens and Young Adults
Sub-Genre: Ancient Civilizations; Historical Fiction; Fanasy
ISBN: 9781782793304
ASIN: B00CJQPKEXE
Reviewed For NetGalley and Lodestone Books
Reviewer: DelAnne
Rating: 4.75 Stars

Shoshan, a young Egyptian Priestess from 5,000 years ago and a young boy in a modern day London museum connect through time. Each in their own time find themselves in danger as the followers of Set, a sect that brings Chaos to the world and work to break their connection permanently.

More than a light airy story for teenagers. Time Sphere is a story for all ages. My only problem with the book is the constant shifting of times. Once it became easier to keep them straight I keept reading to the end without a break. Learn about Egyptian gods and religious practices. So much to imagine. The reader is absorbed by the story and will not want it to end. Enjoy it for yourself. My rating is 4.75 out of 5 stars.

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[Carol · Rating 3 out of 5]

Rhory connects with teens from the past to foil the evil plans of a Secret Society bent on steering the future for their own benefit.

Time travel is a difficult subject made even more so in this story which weaves in new theories for the beginning of the world, the concept of God, and the possibility of life beyond death. A valiant effort with some good writing and vivid scenes.

Readers will connect with Rhory who is a charming young man who handles the situation in which he finds himself with remarkable self-control, but they may not connect with the plot which in Rhory's own words is 'so confusing'. The author builds an extremely complex scenario of time travel and ancient Egyptian lore, and tells the story from different points of view.

There are a number of side stories which add neither to the plot nor the development of Rhory's character.

When the book finally climaxes, the defeat of the bad guys is so swift in one case, and a bit of happenstance in another, that readers may be disappointed.

[Bertha Alicia · Rating 4 out of 5]

Time Sphere is, as is name says, about time and how some "time-terrorist" want to control it for their own interests. The premise of this book is that time is not a river that flows in a lineal and uneventful way but another dimension that is something like layers that over-impossed one over the other, so our protagonists from different times and countries could work together to fight against the evil Children of Seth and save the world.
This book is a mix of Egyptian myths and folkclore, coming of age and friendship. Is a YA book that could be easily read by youngs of all ages.

[Carmel · Rating 4 out of 5]

Time Sphere is a great read for young adults. And for those of us up for solving a mystery of monumental proportions, and huge social import, with nothing more than a trusty torch on a dark, rainy night, your best mate for an ally, oh, and an ancient secret or two for good measure. This novel just fizzes with fun and fantastic happenings from start to finish. Highly recommended.

[N.E. David · Rating 4 out of 5]

TIME SPHERE by Murray Morrison is a Young Adult fantasy involving the magic of time travel, Pharaonic Egypt and Ancient Greece – a fascinating mix of science fiction and age-old traditions wrapped up in a modern day adventure. And whether you’re a Young Adult or an older reader who wants to know more about the world as it once was and how it is today, what’s not to like in this well-written tale?

[Andrew Cairns · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a well written fantasy thriller which young adults should especially enjoy. It reads like a Dan Brown thriller, but with more of a fantasy / time travel to ancient Egypt theme and the hero is a sympathetic English teenager.