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Every Lifetime After
Can they find each other in every lifetime after…?
Claudia is searching for her past.
Grieving and isolated amidst the faux-glamour of Hollywood, A-list star Claudia Baxter is desperate for an escape. But when she chooses the Yorkshire estate of Doverley as home to her next project – an epic romance set in the throes of war – Claudia is astonished to find herself slipping into the story, into the life of her heroine, into time…
Iris can’t unsee her future.
Radio operative Iris Winterton sits in the grounds of Doverley on a moonless night, watching planes fly across Europe. Her stare is fixed on one plane in particular – inside is the man she has loved since childhood. But Iris already knows that this time he’s not going to come back, and she will be the reason why.
Together, can they complete their story?
Pulled together by the past and the future, Claudia and Iris begin to unravel the threads of their connection. But in doing so, will they discover a secret bigger than they could ever imagine…
Claudia is searching for her past.
Grieving and isolated amidst the faux-glamour of Hollywood, A-list star Claudia Baxter is desperate for an escape. But when she chooses the Yorkshire estate of Doverley as home to her next project – an epic romance set in the throes of war – Claudia is astonished to find herself slipping into the story, into the life of her heroine, into time…
Iris can’t unsee her future.
Radio operative Iris Winterton sits in the grounds of Doverley on a moonless night, watching planes fly across Europe. Her stare is fixed on one plane in particular – inside is the man she has loved since childhood. But Iris already knows that this time he’s not going to come back, and she will be the reason why.
Together, can they complete their story?
Pulled together by the past and the future, Claudia and Iris begin to unravel the threads of their connection. But in doing so, will they discover a secret bigger than they could ever imagine…
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Published January 15, 2026
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January 19, 2026
I now know why alot of people loved this book and now I've joined that club. A wonderful story which will stay with me for a very long time. My thanks to netgalley and the publishers for giving me the opportunity to read this book in return for an honest review.
December 10, 2025
Every Lifetime After is a dual timeline/time travel story which follows both Claudia, a movie star in present day, and Iris, a WAAF operator in 1943.
The novel is based around Claudia recreating the last days of Iris's love story with her childhood sweetheart, Robbie, with her off-screen husband Nick. However, Nick and Claudia have been through a horrible time in the lead up to filming the picture and their struggles threaten to spoil the movie as it's being filmed.
Iris is an operator guiding in bomber planes after their sorties to Germany and as Claudia begins to subsume herself in the character of Iris to escape her problems, their timelines begin to bend and their lives intersect.
I found this a really interesting concept - can the present affect the past? Are there people who have visions of themselves or their families in former lives? There is a section of the story about 2/3 of the way through which feels a little slow and repetitive but overall the idea works well and I was gripped to see if Iris's and Claudia's secrets would be uncovered and revealed in time for them to have a happy ending.
Many thanks to the publishers and Netgalley for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
The novel is based around Claudia recreating the last days of Iris's love story with her childhood sweetheart, Robbie, with her off-screen husband Nick. However, Nick and Claudia have been through a horrible time in the lead up to filming the picture and their struggles threaten to spoil the movie as it's being filmed.
Iris is an operator guiding in bomber planes after their sorties to Germany and as Claudia begins to subsume herself in the character of Iris to escape her problems, their timelines begin to bend and their lives intersect.
I found this a really interesting concept - can the present affect the past? Are there people who have visions of themselves or their families in former lives? There is a section of the story about 2/3 of the way through which feels a little slow and repetitive but overall the idea works well and I was gripped to see if Iris's and Claudia's secrets would be uncovered and revealed in time for them to have a happy ending.
Many thanks to the publishers and Netgalley for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
January 15, 2026
Every Lifetime After is an emotionally layered novel that explores love beyond the boundaries of a single lifetime. Jenny weaves together themes of fate and grief with a quiet confidence, creating a story that feels both intimate and expansive. The novel asks a compelling question at its heart: if souls are given multiple chances, do they always find the same people?
This book is a dual timeline/time travel story which follows both Claudia, a movie star in present day, and Iris, a WAAF operator in 1943. Often a difficult undertaking, Jenny seamlessly moves the two stories together towards a highly anticipated and satisfying conclusion.
With lyrical prose and deeply human characters, Jenny captures the idea of love that transcends time and lifetimes with grace and sensitivity. The story is heartfelt, reflective, and quietly powerful, focusing on emotional connections. It’s a moving, romantic read that weaves together the two timelines and explores how love and loss shape who we become, how the past influences the future, and whether deep bonds can endure across every lifetime after.
This book is a dual timeline/time travel story which follows both Claudia, a movie star in present day, and Iris, a WAAF operator in 1943. Often a difficult undertaking, Jenny seamlessly moves the two stories together towards a highly anticipated and satisfying conclusion.
With lyrical prose and deeply human characters, Jenny captures the idea of love that transcends time and lifetimes with grace and sensitivity. The story is heartfelt, reflective, and quietly powerful, focusing on emotional connections. It’s a moving, romantic read that weaves together the two timelines and explores how love and loss shape who we become, how the past influences the future, and whether deep bonds can endure across every lifetime after.
January 15, 2026
This is ultimately a historical time-travel novel, following both present day actress, Claudia, and Iris, a WAAF operator in 1943.
As Claudia is acting out Iris's scenes, she begins to realise that she has experienced them before in real life - but how is that possible?
The premise is such a unique concept and I think it was executed really well. I was so intrigued as Claudia and Iris's stories began to intersect, and there is definitely plenty of swoon-worthy moments between Claudia and her off-screen husband, Nick, as well as when she is acting out Iris's romance with her love interest, Robbie.
Overall, Every Lifetime After is a fantastic read, and I can see why it's been marketed to fans of Taylor Jenkins Reid.
A huge thank you to HQ for my proof copy!
As Claudia is acting out Iris's scenes, she begins to realise that she has experienced them before in real life - but how is that possible?
The premise is such a unique concept and I think it was executed really well. I was so intrigued as Claudia and Iris's stories began to intersect, and there is definitely plenty of swoon-worthy moments between Claudia and her off-screen husband, Nick, as well as when she is acting out Iris's romance with her love interest, Robbie.
Overall, Every Lifetime After is a fantastic read, and I can see why it's been marketed to fans of Taylor Jenkins Reid.
A huge thank you to HQ for my proof copy!
January 16, 2026
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Every Lifetime After by Jennifer Ross is an historical novel that uses two TImelines to tell the story,
The first is set in the present when an A lister film star Claudia Baxter who recently lost a baby due to a miscarage is filming a True World War 2 movie about a bomber crew who were lost in mysterious circumstances in the war.
The second timeline is when the actual events of the movie are about, the only thing is the A lister may have more of a connection with Iris Winterton the character she is playing.
Every Lifetime After is an emotional novel that touches on subjects which as a reader you may not want to read about the first is a miscarige, which does happen in the book but the aftermath is discussed and is thought about in the main character's mind as well as flashbacks.
Having said that, the way that the novel deals with this and other issues is done with sensitivity and is an integral part of the story.
The issue with two timeline stories which some reads have is the difficulty that some readers have in working out which timezone the story is concentrating on at this moment in time. However, Jennifer Ross does an exceptional job in this as there was very little difficulty knowing where you are in the story.
Even in the chapters that swap timezone multiple times in the chapter.
While Every Lifetime After, is not the perfect novel, mainly because most of the story is almost predictable, having said that this is not a novel that readers will go into waiting twists and turns to keep them reading.
What Jenifer Ross has done is make a two timeline novel that will have its readers gripped from beginning to end , making Every Lifetime After well worth reading.
Every Lifetime After by Jennifer Ross is an historical novel that uses two TImelines to tell the story,
The first is set in the present when an A lister film star Claudia Baxter who recently lost a baby due to a miscarage is filming a True World War 2 movie about a bomber crew who were lost in mysterious circumstances in the war.
The second timeline is when the actual events of the movie are about, the only thing is the A lister may have more of a connection with Iris Winterton the character she is playing.
Every Lifetime After is an emotional novel that touches on subjects which as a reader you may not want to read about the first is a miscarige, which does happen in the book but the aftermath is discussed and is thought about in the main character's mind as well as flashbacks.
Having said that, the way that the novel deals with this and other issues is done with sensitivity and is an integral part of the story.
The issue with two timeline stories which some reads have is the difficulty that some readers have in working out which timezone the story is concentrating on at this moment in time. However, Jennifer Ross does an exceptional job in this as there was very little difficulty knowing where you are in the story.
Even in the chapters that swap timezone multiple times in the chapter.
While Every Lifetime After, is not the perfect novel, mainly because most of the story is almost predictable, having said that this is not a novel that readers will go into waiting twists and turns to keep them reading.
What Jenifer Ross has done is make a two timeline novel that will have its readers gripped from beginning to end , making Every Lifetime After well worth reading.
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
Darn it… only the first month of 2026 and I have already found a definite top read of this year. Beautiful, emotional and so absorbing, I couldn’t put this book down. It is a fantastic read.
This story is the definition of a time-slip: the protagonists literally are able to weave into another time period – except they don’t quite know what is going on. Set in present day and the Second World War, this is the story of heartbreak and loss. The parallels between the two time periods are uncanny and I loved how Ross intertwines the stories. A breath-taking read.
Loss overshadows so much of the plot. In present day, Claudia is grieving for a broken down relationship and her inability to get into character for her new acting project. This acting project is Iris’s story of a radio operative who falls in love but, as you would expect, it is a relationship that is cut short far too soon. Yet, both characters appear to be inexplicably connected and find that echoes from another time influence their behaviours.
As the story progressed, I found my emotions heightening. There is a simmering tension building with Iris’s story, especially as the present day narrative provides clues about what happened in the war. I loved how the two women were so irrevocably connected, to the point that even the dates reflect one another. It meant that a story that took place beyond Claudia’s lifetime became so vivid, especially as she is recreating it for the film.
Ross’s concept was intriguing and I found myself supporting some of the emotional theories that were presented. A poignant tale, I was desperate to know exactly what happened to Iris and her co-workers, as well as whether Claudia would find happiness. I really sympathised with how much Claudia’s personal life was hounded by the press: it’s another insight into how relentless the media can be in pursuit of clickbait. The ending of the novel was especially emotive and I was so invested in the characters that it felt like I was also watching real life being played out.
I can’t rate this book highly enough. It was a superb tale and one that will haunt me for a long time after. Cue having a “book hangover” for the next few reads…
With thanks to HQ and NetGalley for providing me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
This story is the definition of a time-slip: the protagonists literally are able to weave into another time period – except they don’t quite know what is going on. Set in present day and the Second World War, this is the story of heartbreak and loss. The parallels between the two time periods are uncanny and I loved how Ross intertwines the stories. A breath-taking read.
Loss overshadows so much of the plot. In present day, Claudia is grieving for a broken down relationship and her inability to get into character for her new acting project. This acting project is Iris’s story of a radio operative who falls in love but, as you would expect, it is a relationship that is cut short far too soon. Yet, both characters appear to be inexplicably connected and find that echoes from another time influence their behaviours.
As the story progressed, I found my emotions heightening. There is a simmering tension building with Iris’s story, especially as the present day narrative provides clues about what happened in the war. I loved how the two women were so irrevocably connected, to the point that even the dates reflect one another. It meant that a story that took place beyond Claudia’s lifetime became so vivid, especially as she is recreating it for the film.
Ross’s concept was intriguing and I found myself supporting some of the emotional theories that were presented. A poignant tale, I was desperate to know exactly what happened to Iris and her co-workers, as well as whether Claudia would find happiness. I really sympathised with how much Claudia’s personal life was hounded by the press: it’s another insight into how relentless the media can be in pursuit of clickbait. The ending of the novel was especially emotive and I was so invested in the characters that it felt like I was also watching real life being played out.
I can’t rate this book highly enough. It was a superb tale and one that will haunt me for a long time after. Cue having a “book hangover” for the next few reads…
With thanks to HQ and NetGalley for providing me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
November 4, 2025
A poignant love story with a dual timeline, Every Lifetime After toggles between past and present as actress Claudia Baxter struggles to play WAAF Iris Winterton in an upcoming movie about the true-life disappearance of a WWII fighter plane and all its crew., and the subsequent disappearance of Iris herself.
Was Iris responsible for the death of Robbie, the pilot she loved? Claudia can't believe it.
Meanwhile, Claudia is fighting her own demons, their grief from a late miscarriage driving a wedge between her and her husband , Nick, who stars as Robbie in the film.
As the story progresses, and Claudia (and the reader) become more immersed in Iris's story, it becomes clear that there is a link between the two women. Can there be a rational explanation, or is Iris reaching out across the years , and Claudia reaching back?
This was an enthralling story. Both past and present threads held me gripped. The world of war and the world of film were equally immersive, and Jennifer Ross describes them both vividly and with real authenticity. The reader is caught up in every scene, carried away with every emotion, and longing for both Iris and Claudia to have happy endings, despite the horrors of wartime, and the angst of loss that underpin both their stories.
Jenifer Ross brings settings and characters to life with beautiful prose, excellent pace and breathtaking suspense.
I've enjoyed her previous books, where she writes as Jenny Ashcroft, but the element of supernatural mystery in this story took it to a whole new level. I loved it.
Was Iris responsible for the death of Robbie, the pilot she loved? Claudia can't believe it.
Meanwhile, Claudia is fighting her own demons, their grief from a late miscarriage driving a wedge between her and her husband , Nick, who stars as Robbie in the film.
As the story progresses, and Claudia (and the reader) become more immersed in Iris's story, it becomes clear that there is a link between the two women. Can there be a rational explanation, or is Iris reaching out across the years , and Claudia reaching back?
This was an enthralling story. Both past and present threads held me gripped. The world of war and the world of film were equally immersive, and Jennifer Ross describes them both vividly and with real authenticity. The reader is caught up in every scene, carried away with every emotion, and longing for both Iris and Claudia to have happy endings, despite the horrors of wartime, and the angst of loss that underpin both their stories.
Jenifer Ross brings settings and characters to life with beautiful prose, excellent pace and breathtaking suspense.
I've enjoyed her previous books, where she writes as Jenny Ashcroft, but the element of supernatural mystery in this story took it to a whole new level. I loved it.
January 16, 2026
4.5 ⭐
WOW. What a truly breathtaking story that had me feeling all the emotions. I didn’t expect this story to captivate me as much as it did and it was a very welcoming surprise. This book made me cry sad tears, happy tears, and everything in between tears! You know a book is good when it makes you cry as I rarely do with books.
This book follows two timelines, one that follows Claudia in 2018. She’s an A-list star who is filming her new movie, an epic romance set in the throes of war – Claudia is astonished to find herself slipping into the story, into the life of her heroine, into time…
And then we have Iris in 1943. Radio operative Iris sits in the grounds of Doverley, watching planes depart for Europe. Her stare is fixed on one plane in particular – inside is the man she has loved since childhood. But Iris already knows that this time he’s not going to come back, and she will be the reason why.
Both of their stories end up intertwining in mysterious and interesting ways. Can the two of them help each other?
I absolutely adored this book, it truly made me feel all the emotions and not wanting to give too much away, I fell in love with both Robbie and Iris and their tragic but beautiful and epic love story. I also adored watching Claudia slowly unravelling the story of what truly happened. I found myself for all the characters also, even the side characters which rarely happens for me. So if you love a good historical book, with the hint of past lives coming into play, please pick this one up!
WOW. What a truly breathtaking story that had me feeling all the emotions. I didn’t expect this story to captivate me as much as it did and it was a very welcoming surprise. This book made me cry sad tears, happy tears, and everything in between tears! You know a book is good when it makes you cry as I rarely do with books.
This book follows two timelines, one that follows Claudia in 2018. She’s an A-list star who is filming her new movie, an epic romance set in the throes of war – Claudia is astonished to find herself slipping into the story, into the life of her heroine, into time…
And then we have Iris in 1943. Radio operative Iris sits in the grounds of Doverley, watching planes depart for Europe. Her stare is fixed on one plane in particular – inside is the man she has loved since childhood. But Iris already knows that this time he’s not going to come back, and she will be the reason why.
Both of their stories end up intertwining in mysterious and interesting ways. Can the two of them help each other?
I absolutely adored this book, it truly made me feel all the emotions and not wanting to give too much away, I fell in love with both Robbie and Iris and their tragic but beautiful and epic love story. I also adored watching Claudia slowly unravelling the story of what truly happened. I found myself for all the characters also, even the side characters which rarely happens for me. So if you love a good historical book, with the hint of past lives coming into play, please pick this one up!
January 21, 2026
Every Lifetime After is soft, aching, and deeply romantic in that soul level way that lingers long after you’ve turned the final page. It’s a story about love that refuses to stay in one timeline, grief that echoes across lifetimes, and the terrifying beauty of remembering who you’ve been before.
Claudia, a Hollywood actress desperate to escape her own life, felt raw and lost in a way that immediately pulled me in. The faux-glamour, the isolation, the grief. Her sections had this hollow, aching loneliness that felt painfully real.
And then there’s Iris. Oh, Iris. Sitting in wartime Yorkshire, knowing the future and loving anyway. That kind of quiet, doomed devotion? It hurts in the best way.
The way the story slips between timelines. Between Claudia and Iris, past and present, memory and fate is beautifully done. It’s less about flashy time travel and more about emotional gravity. These women are drawn together by something inevitable, something written into their bones, and watching them slowly uncover that connection gave me chills.
This is very much a vibes and feelings book. It’s introspective, romantic, and bittersweet. If you want fast paced plot twists, this might feel slow. But if you love stories about:
* reincarnation and soulmates
* love that transcends time
* grief, memory, and identity
* quiet longing and emotional resonance
…this one will hit.
By the end, I felt tender, sad, hopeful, and strangely comforted all at once.
A gentle, haunting, emotionally rich read that believes love doesn’t disappear…it just waits.
Claudia, a Hollywood actress desperate to escape her own life, felt raw and lost in a way that immediately pulled me in. The faux-glamour, the isolation, the grief. Her sections had this hollow, aching loneliness that felt painfully real.
And then there’s Iris. Oh, Iris. Sitting in wartime Yorkshire, knowing the future and loving anyway. That kind of quiet, doomed devotion? It hurts in the best way.
The way the story slips between timelines. Between Claudia and Iris, past and present, memory and fate is beautifully done. It’s less about flashy time travel and more about emotional gravity. These women are drawn together by something inevitable, something written into their bones, and watching them slowly uncover that connection gave me chills.
This is very much a vibes and feelings book. It’s introspective, romantic, and bittersweet. If you want fast paced plot twists, this might feel slow. But if you love stories about:
* reincarnation and soulmates
* love that transcends time
* grief, memory, and identity
* quiet longing and emotional resonance
…this one will hit.
By the end, I felt tender, sad, hopeful, and strangely comforted all at once.
A gentle, haunting, emotionally rich read that believes love doesn’t disappear…it just waits.
January 16, 2026
Every Lifetime After by Jennifer Ross is a very charming dual timeline novel that I loved.
The action is set in 2018 and 1943, and concerns the boys who flew from bomber command in Yorkshire. It is their story which is being filmed in 2018.
The leading actress has links to the area as it is where she was born and spent her first four years. Memories are awakened – some are her own, others are transcending time and space as she has a gift to ‘see’ past actions. Though their tale is already known, locations give her glimpses to the past. She is unsure what to do with her gift.
A character alive in 1943 is still alive and in a nursing home in 2018. He lives haunted by memories, grief and guilt. He grieves what he cannot change.
We see the pain of miscarriage. It affects the lives of the couple – until they share their grief, they are lone ships drifting along.
The reader ‘experiences’ the lives of the men and women of bomber command. Lives were uncertain – every time the boys left the base, they realised it could be their last.
Within the novel we see all types of love – couples, friends, parental. When all is said and done, it is the love that will remain.
All the characters were well drawn and easy to empathise with.
I thoroughly enjoyed Every Lifetime After. It was a unique read, connecting lives through, guilt and grief; and ultimately love.
I received a free copy. A favourable review was not required. All opinions are my own.
The action is set in 2018 and 1943, and concerns the boys who flew from bomber command in Yorkshire. It is their story which is being filmed in 2018.
The leading actress has links to the area as it is where she was born and spent her first four years. Memories are awakened – some are her own, others are transcending time and space as she has a gift to ‘see’ past actions. Though their tale is already known, locations give her glimpses to the past. She is unsure what to do with her gift.
A character alive in 1943 is still alive and in a nursing home in 2018. He lives haunted by memories, grief and guilt. He grieves what he cannot change.
We see the pain of miscarriage. It affects the lives of the couple – until they share their grief, they are lone ships drifting along.
The reader ‘experiences’ the lives of the men and women of bomber command. Lives were uncertain – every time the boys left the base, they realised it could be their last.
Within the novel we see all types of love – couples, friends, parental. When all is said and done, it is the love that will remain.
All the characters were well drawn and easy to empathise with.
I thoroughly enjoyed Every Lifetime After. It was a unique read, connecting lives through, guilt and grief; and ultimately love.
I received a free copy. A favourable review was not required. All opinions are my own.
November 12, 2025
This is a love story with a difference, set in two time frames, World War 2 and the present day.
Claudia is an actress who has suffered a tragedy and finds it hard to come to terms with it and mourn together with her partner and co star, Nick.
Filming a drama about a RAF pilot set during WW2 and the love of his life, Iris, Claudia and Nick are drawn back into the past. Claudia is particularly affected by this and begins to have incredibly life like flashbacks to the earlier time as if she is becoming Iris whose boyfriend, Robbie, is flying one last dangerous mission.
Although the premise was interesting and the book well researched revealing a lot of information about life on a 1940s air base, for some reason the story did not really grab me or hold my attention so I found myself skim reading some sections, particularly the present day ones when Claudia keeps going backwards and forwards between time periods. I’m not a great lover of fantasy or mystical plots and I’m afraid there was just too much of that in this book. Of course we are all individuals and many will like the idea of a plot like this. Despite my reservations I did want to know what happened at the end and felt that the book was brought to a satisfactory conclusion.
To summarise- there is much to be commended in this novel - it just wasn’t for me.
Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for my advance copy.
Claudia is an actress who has suffered a tragedy and finds it hard to come to terms with it and mourn together with her partner and co star, Nick.
Filming a drama about a RAF pilot set during WW2 and the love of his life, Iris, Claudia and Nick are drawn back into the past. Claudia is particularly affected by this and begins to have incredibly life like flashbacks to the earlier time as if she is becoming Iris whose boyfriend, Robbie, is flying one last dangerous mission.
Although the premise was interesting and the book well researched revealing a lot of information about life on a 1940s air base, for some reason the story did not really grab me or hold my attention so I found myself skim reading some sections, particularly the present day ones when Claudia keeps going backwards and forwards between time periods. I’m not a great lover of fantasy or mystical plots and I’m afraid there was just too much of that in this book. Of course we are all individuals and many will like the idea of a plot like this. Despite my reservations I did want to know what happened at the end and felt that the book was brought to a satisfactory conclusion.
To summarise- there is much to be commended in this novel - it just wasn’t for me.
Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for my advance copy.
January 17, 2026
Thank you for allowing me to review this book. I have previously enjoyed books by Jenny Ashcroft and had high hopes for this title. The storyline follows 2 timelines, 1943 and 1989. Claudia, an actress is filming the part of Iris for a WW2 reenactment of the experiences those based at Doverley, Yorkshire. Supporting and flying Lancaster bombers. Iris is a WAAF operator. The film is being based on a book written about some of the people there and the mystery of Mabel's Fury. A flight that returned with only one crew member aboard. Claudia, quickly becomes drawn into the story of Iris as she feels that she is living the part for real, she also sees what is happening and senses the future. She is playing the role alongside her husband, who is Iris's boyfriend Robbie. Neither are in a good emotional state due to a recent miscarriage. As the story unfolds, it is sometimes confusing as to what is real & what is filming. The characters are well written and it is easy to feel sympathy & concern for Claudia. I was not expecting the ending to the story to be so emotional.
A recommended read for those who like historical fiction and romance.
A recommended read for those who like historical fiction and romance.
October 22, 2025
An unusual title for a book, which was interesting in itself. In this context it refers to where a soul continues to live on after the physical body dies, either in an afterlife or through a cycle of rebirth. The protagonists of this novel, Claudia and Nick play out the story of the Bomber Boys, stationed in the UK during WW2. Claudia though seems to possess some form a sensory perception and becomes fixated in her on-stage role, resulting in odd behaviours. I found this a bit unsettling as it didn’t always play out well but felt more like a dream state. What became of the crew of the Lancaster Bomber is the big question and through diligence and perseverance, in both her guises, Claudia unravels the truth. A love story, a smattering of intrigue and mystery but missing the thrill factor.
My thanks to NetGalley and the publishers HQ for this ARC in for my review.
My thanks to NetGalley and the publishers HQ for this ARC in for my review.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
This was quite an unusual story. it fluctuated between 2018 and 1943. Claude and Nick are both actors and are together but have been experiencing some difficulties. There were a number of things they needed to come to terms with and actually talk to each other about. They are working together on a film set in 1943 and the film is based on a book that tells what happened in that year. Claude feels a strange connection with the real life characters of Iris and Robbie. It was an interesting read, emotional at times and I did wonder how it would all end. However, it did all come together in a satisfying way and I loved the ending. I received a copy and have voluntarily reviewed it. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
4.25 🌟
Wow, this book was utterly beautiful and heartbreaking.
I loved the going back and forth so much. It was such a fantastic concept, the dual timeline was so fascinating and I didn't want to put it down. I just wanted to keep reading.
Claudia gets lost in the world of Iris, is drawn to the past. I enjoyed every little detail.
I did actually struggle to get into this at first as I dont usually read this genre but the story flows really well and the writing was great. I felt like there was a huge amount of research that went into this.
This would make such a great movie.
I will definitely be reading more of Jennifers books from now on.
Thank you to the publisher and netgalley for allowing me to read this.
Wow, this book was utterly beautiful and heartbreaking.
I loved the going back and forth so much. It was such a fantastic concept, the dual timeline was so fascinating and I didn't want to put it down. I just wanted to keep reading.
Claudia gets lost in the world of Iris, is drawn to the past. I enjoyed every little detail.
I did actually struggle to get into this at first as I dont usually read this genre but the story flows really well and the writing was great. I felt like there was a huge amount of research that went into this.
This would make such a great movie.
I will definitely be reading more of Jennifers books from now on.
Thank you to the publisher and netgalley for allowing me to read this.
October 31, 2025
This is a time slip novel at its best, and although it took me a short while to get into the story, once I did, I was hooked. The story is both Claudia's and Iris's, alternating between the two: one in the present day and the other during World War II. The mystery deepens as the two lives cross and intertwine, eventually revealing a bigger mystery.
The writing is excellent and flows really well. The characters have lots of depth and are really well developed. I felt like I was with them as everything came to life and their stories were revealed to me.
This is a wonderful story of life's tragedies and joys, romance which goes beyond time and mystery. It is a definite must read.
The writing is excellent and flows really well. The characters have lots of depth and are really well developed. I felt like I was with them as everything came to life and their stories were revealed to me.
This is a wonderful story of life's tragedies and joys, romance which goes beyond time and mystery. It is a definite must read.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
In many respects this was a well crafted story detailing the relationship of a WAAF air traffic controller and a Lancaster bomber pilot. In a parallel strand it was also a love story between two actors portraying these wartime events for a Hollywood blockbuster. The two female leads appeared to be linked with the actor getting flashbacks and a sense of Deja vu mirroring the life of the WAAF operative. While the story was engaging, the sceptic in me did not find this sense of reliving past experience convincing. This will not stop this being an enjoyable read that pulled at the emotional heartstrings. .
January 15, 2026
From its poignant beginning, this story captivated me. It follows Iris in WW2 and Claudia in 2018. Both have love and tragedy in their lives, and from the moment Claudia returns to the place where she spent her early childhood, they form a bond across time. I invested in both characters' stories, touched by the emotion and sense of loss that defines them. The creative portrayal of the timeslip elements worked for me, enriching the narrative as it unfolded. It's an absorbing, immersive story full of heartbreak and hope, with heartwarming romance and a supernatural twist.
I received a copy of this book from the publisher.
I received a copy of this book from the publisher.
January 15, 2026
Claudia is an A list movie star hoping to escape from her real life troubles by filming an epic wartime romance set in the Yorkshire estate of Doverley.
The film is inspired by RAF radio operator Iris, who has been reunited with her childhood friend’s Robbie and Tim, members of a bombing crew who mysteriously vanish on their last mission.
To start with I was eager to get back to Iris’ timeline but as the book continues I became more intrigued by the modern storyline and how the lives of Iris and Claudia overlap.
I would definitely recommend this beautiful story to any historical fiction fans, especially those who enjoyed Kate Quinn’s Signal Moon
The film is inspired by RAF radio operator Iris, who has been reunited with her childhood friend’s Robbie and Tim, members of a bombing crew who mysteriously vanish on their last mission.
To start with I was eager to get back to Iris’ timeline but as the book continues I became more intrigued by the modern storyline and how the lives of Iris and Claudia overlap.
I would definitely recommend this beautiful story to any historical fiction fans, especially those who enjoyed Kate Quinn’s Signal Moon
January 28, 2026
What can I say about this book what an utterly amazing and wonderful book.
I was so engrossed in this book I could not put it down I liked all the characters it had everything this book. Romance, tragedy and a wee bit of a mystery. I think this book would make a magnificent film. I kind of figured out how the main characters were connected so wasn’t a surprise near the end of the book. I really enjoyed the ending thought it worked well with what had gone on before.
Certainly this book will be one of the top books I have read.
Would recommend this book and well done for a well written book.
I was so engrossed in this book I could not put it down I liked all the characters it had everything this book. Romance, tragedy and a wee bit of a mystery. I think this book would make a magnificent film. I kind of figured out how the main characters were connected so wasn’t a surprise near the end of the book. I really enjoyed the ending thought it worked well with what had gone on before.
Certainly this book will be one of the top books I have read.
Would recommend this book and well done for a well written book.
September 7, 2025
I was completely blown away by the beautiful novel, Every Lifetime After. From the very first pages I was lost in Ross’s stunning prose and addictive story telling and was unable to put the novel down until I reached the emotional ending, tissues in hand. This is time slip at its very best - I was utterly swept up in the story and the parallel worlds created so skilfully by the author. Impeccably researched, cleverly plotted and completely evocative, I loved every single page and was very sorry to reach the end. Readers will devour this emotional love story!
September 17, 2025
Sweeping, glamorous, and utterly heartfelt. I adored it.
January 25, 2026
I enjoyed it but got a bit confused in places as the timelines switch back and forth
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