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The Time Shifters Chronicles #3
Continuum
Marcus, the half-breed and Kalli, the Time Shifter whom he had been sent to capture escape into exile and together they begin to work to discover the extent of Marcus’ abilities and to find out how to break through the barrier that has deprived Marcus of his time shifting abilities all of his life.
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First published October 1, 2014
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About the author
Shanna Lauffey
19 books15 followersShanna Lauffey is a native Californian currently living in Europe. She spends her time between homes in Sweden, France and the UK. She writes Science Fiction, Urban Fantasy and Paranormal Romance in her spare time between attending university and travelling.
Her first novel, She-Wȕlf, was released 1st January 2012. A Science Fiction series involving time travel is in progress.
Her first novel, She-Wȕlf, was released 1st January 2012. A Science Fiction series involving time travel is in progress.
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August 11, 2020
This episode really kicks the series into gear. Marcus gets a lot of character development and both he and Kallie broaden their travels to places that the author has obviously been to and knows well.
There's a lot of excitement and firepower in this one. I don't want to give spoilers but we get to travel through multiple states and move right into the enemy's den. There's more demonstration of the potential of short term time travel and ways it can be used to get away with all sorts of things.
An amazing adventure in a series that just keeps getting better with every installment!
There's a lot of excitement and firepower in this one. I don't want to give spoilers but we get to travel through multiple states and move right into the enemy's den. There's more demonstration of the potential of short term time travel and ways it can be used to get away with all sorts of things.
An amazing adventure in a series that just keeps getting better with every installment!
January 18, 2015
Continuum is number three in the Chronicles of the Harekaiian. The heroine, Kalli, is no longer on her own. Instead, she's hiding in plain sight with Marcus, a half-breed time shifter who needs her help learning how to do what time shifters do. Being cautious, they avoid shifting distances in the present day, because the enemy is somehow able to detect that.
The story is well-written and I enjoyed the characters, particularly Kalli. She's tough and clever. When she's planning her time travel escapades, such as getting a new social security card for Marcus, my head spins. So much thought was put into this, and it works. Time travel is a tricky business, but I think this is one of those rare stories that pulls it off. If there are loose ends, I'm of the opinion that they are there on purpose.
As for the pacing, this is a quick read, but the story takes off in spurts and then slows to dribbles. Imagine it. You can go anywhen in your lifetime. As long as you can manage a time shift, you can take all the time you need to recover. Heck, you can shift back in time, then shift over to the opposite coast and rest in the present. This is a common strategy Kalli and Marcus take, that and shifting back to experience favorite days again. May as well have fun when you're hiding out in the past. There are some limitations, but the two manage to get around them with careful planning.
I also like how each chapter ends with a narration from Kalli, even the ones that feature Marcus's point of view. She tells the story that would otherwise bog the book down in dialog. These snippets also tie one chapter to the next, orienting the reader to the coming scene. It's a storytelling method I haven't really seen in many (or any) other books, that I can think of.
The only negative I can think of is that some parts of the story are way too engrossed in the minutae of how to gain funds as a time traveler. Sure, it's interesting, but the main plot grinds to a halt as Kalli formulates and executes an elaborate plot to steal clothes for Marcus, or set up an account in the past that will gain interest and be worth something in the present, or perhaps steal petty cash from a register after a business has closed.
Overall, I thought this was another fine addition to the series. I'd recommend it to people who like contemporary fiction with a paranormal twist. Folks who have lived in the locations the book features, particularly in the time periods it covers, will be rewarded with details and even pictures that spark nostalgia.
I received a free copy of this book from the author in return for an honest and fair review. This review will be featured on the blog PureTextuality.com.
The story is well-written and I enjoyed the characters, particularly Kalli. She's tough and clever. When she's planning her time travel escapades, such as getting a new social security card for Marcus, my head spins. So much thought was put into this, and it works. Time travel is a tricky business, but I think this is one of those rare stories that pulls it off. If there are loose ends, I'm of the opinion that they are there on purpose.
As for the pacing, this is a quick read, but the story takes off in spurts and then slows to dribbles. Imagine it. You can go anywhen in your lifetime. As long as you can manage a time shift, you can take all the time you need to recover. Heck, you can shift back in time, then shift over to the opposite coast and rest in the present. This is a common strategy Kalli and Marcus take, that and shifting back to experience favorite days again. May as well have fun when you're hiding out in the past. There are some limitations, but the two manage to get around them with careful planning.
I also like how each chapter ends with a narration from Kalli, even the ones that feature Marcus's point of view. She tells the story that would otherwise bog the book down in dialog. These snippets also tie one chapter to the next, orienting the reader to the coming scene. It's a storytelling method I haven't really seen in many (or any) other books, that I can think of.
The only negative I can think of is that some parts of the story are way too engrossed in the minutae of how to gain funds as a time traveler. Sure, it's interesting, but the main plot grinds to a halt as Kalli formulates and executes an elaborate plot to steal clothes for Marcus, or set up an account in the past that will gain interest and be worth something in the present, or perhaps steal petty cash from a register after a business has closed.
Overall, I thought this was another fine addition to the series. I'd recommend it to people who like contemporary fiction with a paranormal twist. Folks who have lived in the locations the book features, particularly in the time periods it covers, will be rewarded with details and even pictures that spark nostalgia.
I received a free copy of this book from the author in return for an honest and fair review. This review will be featured on the blog PureTextuality.com.
December 13, 2014
I was given a copy from Author Shanna Lauffey for a review. I have been doing a Buddy Read and we picked out this series to focus on. I really enjoy the time travel and time shifting. This is such a fun idea. I hope that there is going to be a TV series because I can just picture it. It's like these books were written just for TV.
There was a lot of action in this one and I liked the jumps from place to place. It kept it fast paced and kept me wondering what will they do next. I was able to connect more with the characters this time. It made the more enjoyable. There are some big moments that I didn't expect, especially towards the end.
As a side note: I was extra happy when Spokane, Washington was mentioned. It's an interesting city. It's totally an Eastern Washington city. Very larger country like, which I felt Ms. Lauffey must have visited in order to give that feel to it. It's nothing like the more urban larger cities like Seattle in the King and and Kitsap counties. There are major difference from Western Washington and Eastern Washington.
I'm looking forward to the 4th book in the series.
There was a lot of action in this one and I liked the jumps from place to place. It kept it fast paced and kept me wondering what will they do next. I was able to connect more with the characters this time. It made the more enjoyable. There are some big moments that I didn't expect, especially towards the end.
As a side note: I was extra happy when Spokane, Washington was mentioned. It's an interesting city. It's totally an Eastern Washington city. Very larger country like, which I felt Ms. Lauffey must have visited in order to give that feel to it. It's nothing like the more urban larger cities like Seattle in the King and and Kitsap counties. There are major difference from Western Washington and Eastern Washington.
I'm looking forward to the 4th book in the series.
December 5, 2014
Continuum is a great book, the best of the three. Continuum kept me interested the whole time. The end was very good; I am anxious for the next book. Left with many things to think about, and mysteries to solves.
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