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Help Wanted: Breath of Time
John Navarro always felt trapped – by the orphanage walls, by a past he couldn’t remember, and by a future he couldn’t imagine.
But his mundane existence shatters when he discovers a cryptic note hidden in an ancient book. Soon after, a stranger in a trench coat reveals the impossible: time travel is real, and John has a destiny tied to the Lennox Time Corporation (LTC), a shadowy organization sworn to protect the fragile threads of history.
Plunged into a world where missions across centuries are as thrilling as they are perilous, John finds himself unravelling secrets not only about the timeline but also about his own mysterious connection to it. The LTC hides dark truths about its origins, and as John learns more, strange dreams begin to haunt him. He sees visions of shifting realities, warping destinies, and choices that could reshape everything.
As John’s missions grow deadlier and allies and enemies become harder to tell apart, he is forced to confront an impossible question: can he trust the very people who recruited him? With shadowy conspiracies closing in and the weight of history itself on his shoulders, John must decide whether to embrace his role or risk tearing apart the timeline to forge his own path.
The clock is ticking. The past and future depend on his next move.
But his mundane existence shatters when he discovers a cryptic note hidden in an ancient book. Soon after, a stranger in a trench coat reveals the impossible: time travel is real, and John has a destiny tied to the Lennox Time Corporation (LTC), a shadowy organization sworn to protect the fragile threads of history.
Plunged into a world where missions across centuries are as thrilling as they are perilous, John finds himself unravelling secrets not only about the timeline but also about his own mysterious connection to it. The LTC hides dark truths about its origins, and as John learns more, strange dreams begin to haunt him. He sees visions of shifting realities, warping destinies, and choices that could reshape everything.
As John’s missions grow deadlier and allies and enemies become harder to tell apart, he is forced to confront an impossible question: can he trust the very people who recruited him? With shadowy conspiracies closing in and the weight of history itself on his shoulders, John must decide whether to embrace his role or risk tearing apart the timeline to forge his own path.
The clock is ticking. The past and future depend on his next move.
240 pages, Paperback
Published May 23, 2025
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About the author
Anthony Lewis
1 book3 followersAnthony Lewis is the author of Help Wanted: Breath of Time, the first entry in The LTC Chronicles, a bold new science fiction series that blends high-stakes adventure, temporal mystery, and deeply human storytelling.
A lifelong explorer of "what if," Anthony weaves together real-world history, theoretical science, and emotional depth to craft stories that challenge the boundaries of time and identity. Whether unraveling lost civilizations or confronting fractured timelines, his work invites readers to ask: what would you do if time called out for help and you were the only one who could answer?
Originally from New Jersey, Anthony now writes, researches, and creates from Europe. When he's not lost in a timestream or buried in notebooks, he's likely spending time with his real-life Border Collie, Joe, who also plays a starring role in the book.
A lifelong explorer of "what if," Anthony weaves together real-world history, theoretical science, and emotional depth to craft stories that challenge the boundaries of time and identity. Whether unraveling lost civilizations or confronting fractured timelines, his work invites readers to ask: what would you do if time called out for help and you were the only one who could answer?
Originally from New Jersey, Anthony now writes, researches, and creates from Europe. When he's not lost in a timestream or buried in notebooks, he's likely spending time with his real-life Border Collie, Joe, who also plays a starring role in the book.
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June 26, 2025
Help Wanted: Breath of Time by Anthony Lewis is a thought provoking and emotionally charged narrative that blends speculative fiction with a deep exploration of purpose, redemption, and the fragility of time itself.
The story introduces readers to a mysterious help-wanted ad that leads the protagonist into a job unlike any other one that involves the fabric of time. Lewis weaves together elements of science fiction and spiritual introspection in a way that feels both grounded and metaphysical. His prose is sharp, yet poetic, inviting readers to reflect on their own lives and choices as the protagonist wrestles with theirs.
What stands out most is Lewis’s ability to maintain suspense while delivering philosophical depth. Each chapter pulls you further into a world where time is not just a measurement but a living, shifting force. The emotional stakes are high, the pacing steady, and the character development nuanced.
This book is ideal for fans of The Time Traveler's Wife and Cloud Atlas readers who appreciate temporal puzzles wrapped in emotional resonance.
The story introduces readers to a mysterious help-wanted ad that leads the protagonist into a job unlike any other one that involves the fabric of time. Lewis weaves together elements of science fiction and spiritual introspection in a way that feels both grounded and metaphysical. His prose is sharp, yet poetic, inviting readers to reflect on their own lives and choices as the protagonist wrestles with theirs.
What stands out most is Lewis’s ability to maintain suspense while delivering philosophical depth. Each chapter pulls you further into a world where time is not just a measurement but a living, shifting force. The emotional stakes are high, the pacing steady, and the character development nuanced.
This book is ideal for fans of The Time Traveler's Wife and Cloud Atlas readers who appreciate temporal puzzles wrapped in emotional resonance.
July 2, 2025
Help Wanted: Breath of Time is a unique, thought provoking journey that blends sci-fi elements with deep philosophical questions about purpose, time, and identity. Anthony Lewis delivers a narrative that’s both imaginative and reflective, keeping the reader intrigued from the very first page.
The concept is original, and the pacing builds steadily with just enough twists to keep you guessing. What I loved most was how the story made me pause and reflect not just on what was happening to the characters, but on how time affects us all.
If you're looking for something beyond the usual, this book delivers. A strong, compelling read for fans of speculative fiction and meaningful storytelling.
The concept is original, and the pacing builds steadily with just enough twists to keep you guessing. What I loved most was how the story made me pause and reflect not just on what was happening to the characters, but on how time affects us all.
If you're looking for something beyond the usual, this book delivers. A strong, compelling read for fans of speculative fiction and meaningful storytelling.
July 2, 2025
A Gripping Blend of Mystery, Time, and Intrigue
Help Wanted: Breath of Time is a compelling read that blends suspense, imagination, and emotion in a way that keeps you turning pages. The plot is unique, with just the right mix of mystery and sci-fi, and the pacing makes it hard to put down.
Anthony Lewis has a way of building tension while still making the characters relatable and grounded. There’s a depth to the story that goes beyond surface-level thrills it makes you think and feel. Whether you're into time-bending plots or just enjoy a well-crafted story with heart, this book delivers.
Definitely a great pick for readers looking for something fresh and engaging.
Help Wanted: Breath of Time is a compelling read that blends suspense, imagination, and emotion in a way that keeps you turning pages. The plot is unique, with just the right mix of mystery and sci-fi, and the pacing makes it hard to put down.
Anthony Lewis has a way of building tension while still making the characters relatable and grounded. There’s a depth to the story that goes beyond surface-level thrills it makes you think and feel. Whether you're into time-bending plots or just enjoy a well-crafted story with heart, this book delivers.
Definitely a great pick for readers looking for something fresh and engaging.
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