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Jigsaw: Sonora
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"...With an intricate plot and a large cast of characters, David Alyn Gordon delivers another captivating adventure/thriller that will delight fans of both science fiction and time travel tales. Sonora draws you in from the first page, and it's a non-stop thrill ride from there. The narrative is fast-paced and filled to the brim with action, suspense, and intrigue. There is not one dull moment in the book, with a plot full of surprises that keep you guessing until the end. The compelling characters and their relationship dynamics will keep you immersed in this alternate history as you're rooting for your favorites to come out on top. As a fan of science fiction and time travel stories, I loved this book. Fans of the genre will have a blast with this one!"-Pikasho D from Reader's Favorite.
The Fight for Reality continues.
Renegade Novus Ordo operatives have formed Global Harmony and have launched Project Sonora, a plan to draw the United States out of World War One, start a continental war in the Americas, and unleash a genetically coded pathogen that would cause population segments to fall to the Influenza Virus.
The Temporal Guardians, led by Francesca and Noah must stop Global Harmony before the Forces of Evil can change history and destroy reality.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ " Sonora... results is an intense, thrilling tale where danger lurks at every turn. The author has a real knack for timing and tension in a journey through a world where reality hangs in the balance, filled with intricate twists and turns as the Temporal Guardians battle against the forces of Global Harmony...David Alyn Gordon's vivid storytelling extends into the setting and worldbuilding too, crafting a world that makes good logical sense and informs the attitudes and behaviors of its characters well. The detail in the scenes immerses the reader in a multi-sensory world where the fight for reality is paramount and readers feel bonded to the characters and their quest...Overall, I would certainly recommend Sonora to science fiction fans everywhere seeking their next captivating read."-K.C. from Reader's Favorite.
The Fight for Reality continues.
Renegade Novus Ordo operatives have formed Global Harmony and have launched Project Sonora, a plan to draw the United States out of World War One, start a continental war in the Americas, and unleash a genetically coded pathogen that would cause population segments to fall to the Influenza Virus.
The Temporal Guardians, led by Francesca and Noah must stop Global Harmony before the Forces of Evil can change history and destroy reality.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ " Sonora... results is an intense, thrilling tale where danger lurks at every turn. The author has a real knack for timing and tension in a journey through a world where reality hangs in the balance, filled with intricate twists and turns as the Temporal Guardians battle against the forces of Global Harmony...David Alyn Gordon's vivid storytelling extends into the setting and worldbuilding too, crafting a world that makes good logical sense and informs the attitudes and behaviors of its characters well. The detail in the scenes immerses the reader in a multi-sensory world where the fight for reality is paramount and readers feel bonded to the characters and their quest...Overall, I would certainly recommend Sonora to science fiction fans everywhere seeking their next captivating read."-K.C. from Reader's Favorite.
162 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 8, 2024
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David Alyn Gordon
29 books39 followersI have been a social studies teacher, principal, and founding owner of the Grand Canyon College Preparatory Academy in Tempe, Arizona. I grew up reading and watching science and historical fiction. I am also a big baseball fan. I have combined my various passions in the Jigsaw series, which focuses on time-traveling teens thrust into major historical events—many of which never made the standard history books. I was born in New York and now live in Arizona with the love of my life Gwyn. We are both are dog people, and enjoy travel and food—Italian, Asian, Middle Eastern and Indian cuisines in particular.
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June 23, 2024
An Engaging Time-Travel Adventure
I've been enjoying the Jigsaw Collection, and the latest instalment, ‘Sonora,’ is no exception. In this adventure, Novus Ordo operatives have established Global Harmony, which orchestrates three sinister schemes.
The first, Project Sonora, seeks to ignite a war between the U.S. and Mexico, compelling the U.S. to withdraw from World War I, while simultaneously releasing a genetically engineered virus. The second, Project Panic, aims to destabilise the economy by attacking Wall Street. The third, Project Unification, strives to merge Canada and the U.S., though the reasons behind this are somewhat unclear. The Temporal Guardians, including Noah and Francesca, return to thwart these malevolent plans, with most of the action unfolding in 1918.
This is another fast-paced read in the series. Although the story introduces numerous characters at the beginning, it becomes easier to follow and more thrilling as it progresses. I appreciated the action-packed narrative and the intriguing revelations about the origins of Novus Ordo and another key character. This might even inspire a re-read of the series to uncover hidden clues. As with previous books, historical elements are seamlessly woven into the storyline, and the cliff-hanger ending leaves me eagerly anticipating the next instalment. Readers should be aware there is bad language throughout the book.
These books are best enjoyed in sequence due to the abundance of characters and background information. Overall, fans of history, young adult fiction, and time travel will likely find this book an entertaining read.
I've been enjoying the Jigsaw Collection, and the latest instalment, ‘Sonora,’ is no exception. In this adventure, Novus Ordo operatives have established Global Harmony, which orchestrates three sinister schemes.
The first, Project Sonora, seeks to ignite a war between the U.S. and Mexico, compelling the U.S. to withdraw from World War I, while simultaneously releasing a genetically engineered virus. The second, Project Panic, aims to destabilise the economy by attacking Wall Street. The third, Project Unification, strives to merge Canada and the U.S., though the reasons behind this are somewhat unclear. The Temporal Guardians, including Noah and Francesca, return to thwart these malevolent plans, with most of the action unfolding in 1918.
This is another fast-paced read in the series. Although the story introduces numerous characters at the beginning, it becomes easier to follow and more thrilling as it progresses. I appreciated the action-packed narrative and the intriguing revelations about the origins of Novus Ordo and another key character. This might even inspire a re-read of the series to uncover hidden clues. As with previous books, historical elements are seamlessly woven into the storyline, and the cliff-hanger ending leaves me eagerly anticipating the next instalment. Readers should be aware there is bad language throughout the book.
These books are best enjoyed in sequence due to the abundance of characters and background information. Overall, fans of history, young adult fiction, and time travel will likely find this book an entertaining read.
July 7, 2024
In book eight of the Jigsaw series, we get a reunion of favorite characters Mueller and Tori, bringing enough supernatural to temper the soft science fiction of time travel, and enough quality sci-fi elements to make it more than a WWI history lesson. It's hard to go wrong with Nazis as the bad guys, the trope needing so little exposition that it leaves room for other details of history, including the real-life Pancho Villa in the period right between his maximum influence and his assassination. I was raised in Texas and appreciate the accuracy when writing about our neighbors to the south.
Gordon's now familiar, quick, and easy style lends itself well to an action-heavy narrative that doesn't get too bogged down in its impressive historical research. As usual, his social commentary is on point and the ending is the good kind of cliffhanger, leaving you looking forward to the next.
Gordon's now familiar, quick, and easy style lends itself well to an action-heavy narrative that doesn't get too bogged down in its impressive historical research. As usual, his social commentary is on point and the ending is the good kind of cliffhanger, leaving you looking forward to the next.
June 30, 2025
Jigsaw: Sonora is a time-hopping, genre-blending adventure that weaves historical fiction with science fiction, political thriller, and a touch of emotional family drama. The story centers around a network of time-traveling guardians from the Falcone Foundation who are thrust into a global conspiracy orchestrated by a rogue splinter group called Global Harmony. Set against the backdrop of the Mexican Revolution, World War I, and a future ravaged by ideological extremism, the novel features multiple timelines and perspectives, villistas spying near the U.S.-Mexico border, modern-day scientists, grieving families, and zealots seeking to rewrite history. The central object tying these narratives together is a mysterious zeppelin named Sonora, a vessel of both literal and symbolic weight.
This story was thrilling, jarring, and slightly disorienting at times. David Alyn Gordon’s writing is fearless. He throws you headfirst into rapid scene changes and complicated timelines without much handholding. The dialogue snaps and pops with sarcasm and humor, even when characters are in mortal danger. Some chapters feel cinematic and full of suspense, while others read like exposition dumps wrapped in tech-speak and geopolitical history.
That said, the emotional moments work beautifully. Scenes like Noah’s funeral, Francesca’s fierce interventions, and Tori and Cheryl’s strained romance really resonated with me. They ground the story in human stakes, which is needed when the plot starts spinning into viral warfare and shadowy authoritarian takeovers. I found myself rooting for the characters, even when I wasn’t always sure where (or when) they were. And the villains are chilling in their calm, calculated evil. I especially liked how the historical injustices, like the Bisbee Deportation or school segregation, were blended into the sci-fi narrative. It made the stakes feel real.
Jigsaw: Sonora is an inventive, passionate, and unorthodox book. It's not always easy to follow, but it’s never boring. I’d recommend it to readers who enjoy time travel with a conscience, ensemble casts, and layered conspiracies. If you like shows like 12 Monkeys or Fringe, or books like Cloud Atlas, you’ll probably find something to love here.
This story was thrilling, jarring, and slightly disorienting at times. David Alyn Gordon’s writing is fearless. He throws you headfirst into rapid scene changes and complicated timelines without much handholding. The dialogue snaps and pops with sarcasm and humor, even when characters are in mortal danger. Some chapters feel cinematic and full of suspense, while others read like exposition dumps wrapped in tech-speak and geopolitical history.
That said, the emotional moments work beautifully. Scenes like Noah’s funeral, Francesca’s fierce interventions, and Tori and Cheryl’s strained romance really resonated with me. They ground the story in human stakes, which is needed when the plot starts spinning into viral warfare and shadowy authoritarian takeovers. I found myself rooting for the characters, even when I wasn’t always sure where (or when) they were. And the villains are chilling in their calm, calculated evil. I especially liked how the historical injustices, like the Bisbee Deportation or school segregation, were blended into the sci-fi narrative. It made the stakes feel real.
Jigsaw: Sonora is an inventive, passionate, and unorthodox book. It's not always easy to follow, but it’s never boring. I’d recommend it to readers who enjoy time travel with a conscience, ensemble casts, and layered conspiracies. If you like shows like 12 Monkeys or Fringe, or books like Cloud Atlas, you’ll probably find something to love here.
May 8, 2024
Jigsaw: Sonora by David Alyn Gordon is the next entry into the time traveling world of the Foundation and its operatives known as the Guardians. It takes place in two timelines and multiple locations. Sonora is rife with history of the Southwest and the conflict between the United States and Mexico over land. It is well told and interesting. The first timeline is the present, but the second is 1918, the middle of WWI, and the Germans are looking for any advantage. To that end, they have built a Zepplin which time travels and which they hope to use to create havoc at the Southwest border to force soldiers home from Europe, and additionally drop a virus that will target only those with certain kinds of DNA, therefore with the ability to wipe out a specific race and leave others whole and well. Pancho Villa’s men figure prominently in the story.
Sonora is full of people with whom we are familiar and they all believe in their cause. They are there to maintain the timeline as they knew it, without making any attempt to change or improve it. The characters have come to have distinct personalities, including Tori, who was a vampire but has since been cured. She runs into her former colleague, Mueller, who is still a werewolf. They both find themselves at the second site: Wall Street, where they fight Global Harmony, the group trying to take over. It is face-paced and interesting. It is also violent and bloody. Many deaths. The Guardians do win the day and save the timeline, is that a spoiler? Rather, a given, since there is another book on the horizon.
I was invited to read Jigsaw: Sonora by the author. All thoughts and opinions are my own. #Jigsaw #JigsawSonora #DavidAlynGordon
Sonora is full of people with whom we are familiar and they all believe in their cause. They are there to maintain the timeline as they knew it, without making any attempt to change or improve it. The characters have come to have distinct personalities, including Tori, who was a vampire but has since been cured. She runs into her former colleague, Mueller, who is still a werewolf. They both find themselves at the second site: Wall Street, where they fight Global Harmony, the group trying to take over. It is face-paced and interesting. It is also violent and bloody. Many deaths. The Guardians do win the day and save the timeline, is that a spoiler? Rather, a given, since there is another book on the horizon.
I was invited to read Jigsaw: Sonora by the author. All thoughts and opinions are my own. #Jigsaw #JigsawSonora #DavidAlynGordon
May 27, 2024
This is a fun book. It’s several installments deep in a series, and in it, the author has his foot steadily on the accelerator. While the book is short, its events are rapid fire. The story centers around a group of time-traveling good guys battling a team of time-traveling bad guys — in a quick, move, counter-move style. The author is very imaginative, and the book has some playful ideas. I don’t know that I want to describe any because that would actually spoil some fun for readers, but, I will give a shout out to the author regarding the funeral scenes near the start of the book — I haven’t seen that idea before.
Time travel allows for some interesting expansions of what is possible in a story, and the author seems to be having fun exploring how far he can push things without going too far.
The book includes some semi-supernatural characters from another series the author writes, and they also contribute to the book’s verve and vitality.
I haven’t read every book in this series, so some of the significance of character events were less impactful for me than they had a right to be.
I thought the global harmony nazis were a hoot and right on time.
You could have fun with this series - history - time travel - good guys vs bad guys - occasional supernatural accents - high body count without cruelty - food for thought on major societal issues - all in one fast-paced collection. Try it.
Time travel allows for some interesting expansions of what is possible in a story, and the author seems to be having fun exploring how far he can push things without going too far.
The book includes some semi-supernatural characters from another series the author writes, and they also contribute to the book’s verve and vitality.
I haven’t read every book in this series, so some of the significance of character events were less impactful for me than they had a right to be.
I thought the global harmony nazis were a hoot and right on time.
You could have fun with this series - history - time travel - good guys vs bad guys - occasional supernatural accents - high body count without cruelty - food for thought on major societal issues - all in one fast-paced collection. Try it.
June 29, 2024
Jigsaw: Sonora assumes you know the characters and the story background from previous installments, so it was difficult for me, reading this eighth installment first, to catch up with the underlying plot and all of the story’s characters that weaved in and out of the fast-paced scenes.
But let me say, kudos for the fast pace and the page-turner construction. It was hard to put down until I got to the end. The story moved so fast and with the novel well under two hundred pages, however, the character development I was looking for never really materialized. Maybe that, too, happened in previous installments and I missed out. As a result, the lack of character depth made it hard for me to care or become invested in the moments when important members of the ensemble were killed off, or at least those I assumed were important. I just couldn’t tell if their exits were consequential.
Regarding the target audience, the book reads like a young teen sci-fi story with dialogue construction fit for that audience. The occasional four-letter word or drop-in of sexual innuendo, however, made it hard to see that it was suited for the younger audience I assumed the book was for.
But, to reiterate, I was pulled in from the first page until the last, and so I have learned my lesson and intend to start at the beginning with installment #1!
But let me say, kudos for the fast pace and the page-turner construction. It was hard to put down until I got to the end. The story moved so fast and with the novel well under two hundred pages, however, the character development I was looking for never really materialized. Maybe that, too, happened in previous installments and I missed out. As a result, the lack of character depth made it hard for me to care or become invested in the moments when important members of the ensemble were killed off, or at least those I assumed were important. I just couldn’t tell if their exits were consequential.
Regarding the target audience, the book reads like a young teen sci-fi story with dialogue construction fit for that audience. The occasional four-letter word or drop-in of sexual innuendo, however, made it hard to see that it was suited for the younger audience I assumed the book was for.
But, to reiterate, I was pulled in from the first page until the last, and so I have learned my lesson and intend to start at the beginning with installment #1!
December 8, 2025
Jigsaw: Sonora is a pulse-pounding, intricately plotted science fiction thriller that seamlessly blends time travel, alternate history, and high-stakes adventure. David Alyn Gordon delivers a fast-paced, immersive narrative that keeps readers on the edge of their seats from the first page to the last. With a vividly imagined world, complex characters, and a relentless sense of urgency, this novel is both a thrill ride and a thoughtful exploration of heroism, strategy, and the fragility of reality.
The story follows Temporal Guardians Francesca and Noah as they confront the nefarious Global Harmony and its Project Sonora a plan to manipulate World War One, spark continental conflict, and unleash a genetically coded pathogen. Gordon balances intricate plotting with fully realized characters whose relationships and motivations deepen the stakes. The result is a novel where danger lurks around every corner, surprises abound, and readers feel emotionally invested in the heroes’ struggle to protect reality itself.
Jigsaw: Sonora will resonate with fans of science fiction, time travel adventures, and high-octane thrillers, offering a narrative that is as intellectually engaging as it is entertaining. Gordon’s masterful worldbuilding, precise pacing, and multi-layered plot make this book an unputdownable experience for genre enthusiasts.
The story follows Temporal Guardians Francesca and Noah as they confront the nefarious Global Harmony and its Project Sonora a plan to manipulate World War One, spark continental conflict, and unleash a genetically coded pathogen. Gordon balances intricate plotting with fully realized characters whose relationships and motivations deepen the stakes. The result is a novel where danger lurks around every corner, surprises abound, and readers feel emotionally invested in the heroes’ struggle to protect reality itself.
Jigsaw: Sonora will resonate with fans of science fiction, time travel adventures, and high-octane thrillers, offering a narrative that is as intellectually engaging as it is entertaining. Gordon’s masterful worldbuilding, precise pacing, and multi-layered plot make this book an unputdownable experience for genre enthusiasts.
May 27, 2024
I jumped into this book, the eighth in a series, without having read the first seven, so it's partially my fault that the characters, their relationships, and their loyalties were all a bit confusing.
These are people who can time-travel at the drop of a hat, and do, so the story bounces around a little bit like a pinball from place to place and time to time. But as the story progressed, it became apparent who the bad-guys are, and the good guys seemed to identify themselves as well, so by the end of the story, I was reasonably sure there was a good outcome, but I suspect there will be more chapters to follow.
I enjoyed the book, and liked the story, but I think I'll start at the beginning of the series and make my way through it. Overall, if you like sci-fi, time travel, characters intent on either implementing nefarious world changing schemes through creating a master race and changing recorded history, or perhaps favor the others who are trying desperately to stop the evil, then you should like this story as well.
These are people who can time-travel at the drop of a hat, and do, so the story bounces around a little bit like a pinball from place to place and time to time. But as the story progressed, it became apparent who the bad-guys are, and the good guys seemed to identify themselves as well, so by the end of the story, I was reasonably sure there was a good outcome, but I suspect there will be more chapters to follow.
I enjoyed the book, and liked the story, but I think I'll start at the beginning of the series and make my way through it. Overall, if you like sci-fi, time travel, characters intent on either implementing nefarious world changing schemes through creating a master race and changing recorded history, or perhaps favor the others who are trying desperately to stop the evil, then you should like this story as well.
June 16, 2024
Fast paced, highly imaginative and intriguing, Sonora begins in 1918 and is a continuation of the story that has been told in series. A combination of historical events and time travel, this book draws the conflict between the United States and Mexico over land. It also highlights the segregation in schools and broken promises. The action jumps from 1918 to 2025, without giving any opportunity to the reader to absorb what is happening! From Operation Sonora to Operation Panic and Global Harmony, there’s a lot going on and it is confusing to understand the real mission of the good guys.
Gordon expects the reader to be well versed with obscure terms like TMD, APL, IWW. If you get allured by Science fiction and time travel, you will like this book. However, it is essential to read the series in sequence if you want to understand the significance of the story. I’ve read a few and liked them.
Gordon expects the reader to be well versed with obscure terms like TMD, APL, IWW. If you get allured by Science fiction and time travel, you will like this book. However, it is essential to read the series in sequence if you want to understand the significance of the story. I’ve read a few and liked them.
July 12, 2024
At first, I was excited to read this story since I love time-travel books, but I found it a little confusing since I haven’t read any of the previous books in the series. There are a lot of characters in different timelines working on their own agendas. It was hard to keep track of everything and everyone.
Basically, the bad guys, the Novus Ordo operatives, have formed a diabolical group called Global Harmony in which they use to launch a couple of projects to create war, cause mass genocide, and things of that nature. The good guys, the Temporal Guardians, have their work cut out for them to stop them. Both groups of people can time travel, so problems are always arising on the timeline.
Once I finally figured out who the characters are and how the multiple plots weaved into each other, I began to enjoy the book better. It’s well-written, engaging, and imaginative, but a reader really should begin with book one to avoid confusion.
3.5 Stars
Basically, the bad guys, the Novus Ordo operatives, have formed a diabolical group called Global Harmony in which they use to launch a couple of projects to create war, cause mass genocide, and things of that nature. The good guys, the Temporal Guardians, have their work cut out for them to stop them. Both groups of people can time travel, so problems are always arising on the timeline.
Once I finally figured out who the characters are and how the multiple plots weaved into each other, I began to enjoy the book better. It’s well-written, engaging, and imaginative, but a reader really should begin with book one to avoid confusion.
3.5 Stars
August 31, 2024
I'm a lover of historical fiction and time-travel adventure and Jigsaw Sonora delivered beautifully in both genres.
This fast-paced read (less than 200 pages) had me a bit confused in the beginning, likely owing to the fact that I jumped in mid-series. Despite this little hiccup, I was quickly immersed in the intricate storyline.
I loved the multiple narratives and the how different timelines were woven together to create the full picture. Character development was a bit shallow compared to what I would have liked, but I'm guessing at least some of this was laid out in previous books.
Overall, I enjoyed this book which explored the theme of good versus evil and delivered on intrigue, suspense, and adventure. Add it to your TBR! Off I go to read books 1-7 so I can catch up.
This fast-paced read (less than 200 pages) had me a bit confused in the beginning, likely owing to the fact that I jumped in mid-series. Despite this little hiccup, I was quickly immersed in the intricate storyline.
I loved the multiple narratives and the how different timelines were woven together to create the full picture. Character development was a bit shallow compared to what I would have liked, but I'm guessing at least some of this was laid out in previous books.
Overall, I enjoyed this book which explored the theme of good versus evil and delivered on intrigue, suspense, and adventure. Add it to your TBR! Off I go to read books 1-7 so I can catch up.
June 11, 2024
Very enjoyable, and surprisingly suspenseful. Not a moment to relax and frequent twists. Looking forward to more.
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