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The Sword and the Shattered Timeline
A broken sword. A fractured timeline. Three friends racing to save reality itself.
Thirteen-year-old Dylan never expected to find a legendary sword in his parents' attic — let alone one tied to the fate of history itself.
When Dylan, along with his best friends Mahi and Lloyd, uncover the hilt of a broken sword, they’re swept into a world where time has changed, the past almost forgotten, and magic is as real as the danger closing in on them. Guided by cryptic clues and pursued by forces that would rewrite history for their own dark purposes, the friends must piece together the weapon’s missing blade before reality itself unravels.
From the quiet streets of their hometown to realms lost in time, Dylan, Mahi, and Lloyd face impossible odds, unravel ancient secrets, and learn that courage is forged in the most unexpected places.
Fast-paced, imaginative, and brimming with adventure, The Sword and the Shattered Timeline is perfect for fans of time-twisting fantasy, loyal friendships, and epic quests where every decision can change the course of history.
Thirteen-year-old Dylan never expected to find a legendary sword in his parents' attic — let alone one tied to the fate of history itself.
When Dylan, along with his best friends Mahi and Lloyd, uncover the hilt of a broken sword, they’re swept into a world where time has changed, the past almost forgotten, and magic is as real as the danger closing in on them. Guided by cryptic clues and pursued by forces that would rewrite history for their own dark purposes, the friends must piece together the weapon’s missing blade before reality itself unravels.
From the quiet streets of their hometown to realms lost in time, Dylan, Mahi, and Lloyd face impossible odds, unravel ancient secrets, and learn that courage is forged in the most unexpected places.
Fast-paced, imaginative, and brimming with adventure, The Sword and the Shattered Timeline is perfect for fans of time-twisting fantasy, loyal friendships, and epic quests where every decision can change the course of history.
303 pages, Paperback
First published December 3, 2025
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August 15, 2026
Thrilling adventure with fantastic characters
I downloaded this one a but ago but didn't get around to it until recently. The title and cover initially grabbed my eye and I’ve always had a thing for Arthurian-inspired stories!
This one is definitely more upper MG or lower YA and kinda fits nicely in the narrow area between the two. You definitely get the impression that the reader could grow with the series which is something I love seeing. MG can be a really fun read and more people need to be open to it.
The main group here: Dylan, Lloyd and Mahi are such an utter joy. They can definitely fall into the “trio tropes” but not to an extent that it feels bothersome. I enjoy a good loyal friend group and these three absolutely are one. Lloyd tends to point out the obvious but also has a backbone of steel. Mahi is quiet, analyzing but very empathic. And Dylan takes on way too much weight because he has to.
Then we have Heledd who is basically the big sister making sure they don't get in over their heads and good old Merlin who is reminiscent of a grumpy grandpa.
And there's heavy stuff here. About memory, choices, morals. It's a beautiful journey that leaves you wanting more and with some awesome quotes to boot. I look forward to exploring the world and characters more!
“Fate never asks permission.”
I downloaded this one a but ago but didn't get around to it until recently. The title and cover initially grabbed my eye and I’ve always had a thing for Arthurian-inspired stories!
This one is definitely more upper MG or lower YA and kinda fits nicely in the narrow area between the two. You definitely get the impression that the reader could grow with the series which is something I love seeing. MG can be a really fun read and more people need to be open to it.
The main group here: Dylan, Lloyd and Mahi are such an utter joy. They can definitely fall into the “trio tropes” but not to an extent that it feels bothersome. I enjoy a good loyal friend group and these three absolutely are one. Lloyd tends to point out the obvious but also has a backbone of steel. Mahi is quiet, analyzing but very empathic. And Dylan takes on way too much weight because he has to.
Then we have Heledd who is basically the big sister making sure they don't get in over their heads and good old Merlin who is reminiscent of a grumpy grandpa.
And there's heavy stuff here. About memory, choices, morals. It's a beautiful journey that leaves you wanting more and with some awesome quotes to boot. I look forward to exploring the world and characters more!
“Fate never asks permission.”
March 6, 2026
This book is fast paced and you are pulled in almost immediately. I liked the portal to a different time, full of twists and turns but still keeping some familiar parts of ancient legends. It’s a story of friendship filled with lore and quests. I loved the Welsh setting and having Aubrey Parsons narrate was a genius move.
January 2, 2026
I absolutely flew through this book. The writing was very engaging and pretty easy to read. The storyline was also very intriguing, I just wanted to know what would happen next. Also, I'm a big lover of short chapters, so that was an instant win for me. This book truly is a great read for all ages.
However, let me start with two small "negatives" I have with this book. The repetitiveness in the writing took me out of the story a little bit at some points. I'm not sure if this is normal in books written for younger audiences, I don't tend to read a lot of those normally. If it isn't, maybe something to check in editing if a reprint is in the plans for the future, sometimes it's the exact same sentence just a few lines apart. Second, is the mathematical riddle (in my copy it was on page 161) it really irked me that the answer is wrong. I know that shouldn't annoy me, but it does, I'm sorry.
Now, to the positives. There are many more. I loved pretty much everything about this book. First, the characters, I really liked all of them. the main characters are very well thought out and built up, The dynamic between Dylan, Mahi, and Lloyd kind of reminded me of the golden trio in Harry potter. I really like their friendship and the way they interact with each other. But the side characters have just as much personality and you really get connected to them, please don't kill any more of them of in the future books, I try not to cry over fictional characters so much.
Then the plot, it's just the right amount of complex to keep older readers engaged, but explained well enough to keep younger reader's understanding. I would love to read this to my potential future kids. Maybe, I can encourage them to learn Gaelic (I'm still very much a beginner). I really enjoyed learning a bit more about Welsh folktales and myths. I have a whole book about it, that I bought on my trip to Wales in the summer. I quite love learning about different cultures and the stories that shaped them.
I would one hundred percent recommend this book to anyone, especially if you're a bit newer to fantasy or would like to learn more about a very interesting Welsh folktale!
Disclaimer: I received this book from the author in exchange for an honest review.
However, let me start with two small "negatives" I have with this book. The repetitiveness in the writing took me out of the story a little bit at some points. I'm not sure if this is normal in books written for younger audiences, I don't tend to read a lot of those normally. If it isn't, maybe something to check in editing if a reprint is in the plans for the future, sometimes it's the exact same sentence just a few lines apart. Second, is the mathematical riddle (in my copy it was on page 161) it really irked me that the answer is wrong. I know that shouldn't annoy me, but it does, I'm sorry.
Now, to the positives. There are many more. I loved pretty much everything about this book. First, the characters, I really liked all of them. the main characters are very well thought out and built up, The dynamic between Dylan, Mahi, and Lloyd kind of reminded me of the golden trio in Harry potter. I really like their friendship and the way they interact with each other. But the side characters have just as much personality and you really get connected to them, please don't kill any more of them of in the future books, I try not to cry over fictional characters so much.
Then the plot, it's just the right amount of complex to keep older readers engaged, but explained well enough to keep younger reader's understanding. I would love to read this to my potential future kids. Maybe, I can encourage them to learn Gaelic (I'm still very much a beginner). I really enjoyed learning a bit more about Welsh folktales and myths. I have a whole book about it, that I bought on my trip to Wales in the summer. I quite love learning about different cultures and the stories that shaped them.
I would one hundred percent recommend this book to anyone, especially if you're a bit newer to fantasy or would like to learn more about a very interesting Welsh folktale!
Disclaimer: I received this book from the author in exchange for an honest review.
February 18, 2026
I listened to The Sword and the Shattered Timeline on audiobook and loved it!
At its core, the book follows three kids who are suddenly pulled into a fractured timeline where history, myth, and reality are colliding. Instead of simply traveling to the past, they’re navigating a world where time itself is unstable. The characters aren’t chosen because they’re powerful, but because they’re willing to keep going even when they don’t fully understand what they’re carrying.
It reminded me of the feeling I had reading A Kid in King Arthur’s Court growing up — that sense of discovery and danger balanced with humor and friendship. The stakes aren’t only about getting home; they’re about what happens if history itself can’t hold together.
One of the things I appreciated most was how the characters reacted like actual kids. They questioned things, hesitated, and didn’t magically become fearless heroes overnight. Their bravery came from sticking together and figuring things out step by step. That made the adventure feel believable instead of rushed.
The audiobook narration elevated it even more! The pacing matched the tension of the story and Aubrey Parsons brilliantly helped distinguish the characters without feeling exaggerated. It made my long stretch of travel feel immersive rather than slow and the action scenes were easy to follow without losing the emotion behind them.
As a mom of teens, I can already tell this is a book my daughter will love!
Overall, it’s a genuinely binge-worthy listen. Not just because of the plot, but because you want to know how these kids handle something far bigger than they expected and whether putting time back together means changing themselves along the way.
Giving it 5:5 Stars for the Audible version! ✨
At its core, the book follows three kids who are suddenly pulled into a fractured timeline where history, myth, and reality are colliding. Instead of simply traveling to the past, they’re navigating a world where time itself is unstable. The characters aren’t chosen because they’re powerful, but because they’re willing to keep going even when they don’t fully understand what they’re carrying.
It reminded me of the feeling I had reading A Kid in King Arthur’s Court growing up — that sense of discovery and danger balanced with humor and friendship. The stakes aren’t only about getting home; they’re about what happens if history itself can’t hold together.
One of the things I appreciated most was how the characters reacted like actual kids. They questioned things, hesitated, and didn’t magically become fearless heroes overnight. Their bravery came from sticking together and figuring things out step by step. That made the adventure feel believable instead of rushed.
The audiobook narration elevated it even more! The pacing matched the tension of the story and Aubrey Parsons brilliantly helped distinguish the characters without feeling exaggerated. It made my long stretch of travel feel immersive rather than slow and the action scenes were easy to follow without losing the emotion behind them.
As a mom of teens, I can already tell this is a book my daughter will love!
Overall, it’s a genuinely binge-worthy listen. Not just because of the plot, but because you want to know how these kids handle something far bigger than they expected and whether putting time back together means changing themselves along the way.
Giving it 5:5 Stars for the Audible version! ✨
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December 29, 2025
When looking through his attic for an idea for a science fair project, Dylan and his 2 best friends, Mahi and Lloyd, are transported to another time. Holding onto the hilt of an old sword that seems to be magical, they have to search through an alternate historical time before Morgana Le Fay erases history and King Arthur along the way?
This was such a fun and easy story to read. The MC's are all early teenagers. Dylan is a smart kid but kind of has his head in the clouds at times. (He doesn't like math.) He always thought his grandfather was a bit eccentric, but after traveling to the past he realized he was preparing him for this moment. Mahi is the levelheaded one in the group and Lloyd is the silly one who is hiding behind the laughs. They are all a perfect group of friends, each one bringing something not only to the group but also to the new mission they are on. Along the way the meet Merlin who is mysterious and serious but leads them through the trials they must face.
This is a wonderful book for any age. There is some high stakes action, but there is also a lot of emotional growth with the characters as well. They learn there is more to themselves than they thought. It is an interesting twist on British folklore as well. I have not read a lot about her in the past, so it was interesting to not only read this story but look up her myth as well. This is another book that I enjoyed that I would recommend to my own kid as well.
This was such a fun and easy story to read. The MC's are all early teenagers. Dylan is a smart kid but kind of has his head in the clouds at times. (He doesn't like math.) He always thought his grandfather was a bit eccentric, but after traveling to the past he realized he was preparing him for this moment. Mahi is the levelheaded one in the group and Lloyd is the silly one who is hiding behind the laughs. They are all a perfect group of friends, each one bringing something not only to the group but also to the new mission they are on. Along the way the meet Merlin who is mysterious and serious but leads them through the trials they must face.
This is a wonderful book for any age. There is some high stakes action, but there is also a lot of emotional growth with the characters as well. They learn there is more to themselves than they thought. It is an interesting twist on British folklore as well. I have not read a lot about her in the past, so it was interesting to not only read this story but look up her myth as well. This is another book that I enjoyed that I would recommend to my own kid as well.
January 12, 2026
This was a fun, easy read which I genuinely read over the course of a few hours. Best friends Dylan, Mahi and Lloyd are unexpectedly transported to another time after finding the hilt of a mysterious sword in an attic. Suddenly, they’re caught up in an alternate version of history where Morgana Le Fay threatens to change everything, including the fate of King Arthur.
I liked the group dynamic a lot. Dylan is smart but a bit head in the clouds, Mahi is logical and keeps everyone grounded, and Lloyd adds humor while clearly having more depth than he lets on. Their friendship felt genuine, and each character played an important role in the adventure.
The story has a nice balance of action and character growth, and I enjoyed the twist on British folklore, especially the focus on Morgana Le Fay. It made me curious enough to look up more about her afterwards!
Overall, this was an entertaining and fast-paced book. It was engaging and enjoyable from start to finish. A solid four-star read, especially for younger readers who enjoy time travel and mythology, or almost 30 year olds who haven’t quite grown up yet😅🤣
Thank you to Chesney for sending me a copy of this book in return for an honest review⭐️
I liked the group dynamic a lot. Dylan is smart but a bit head in the clouds, Mahi is logical and keeps everyone grounded, and Lloyd adds humor while clearly having more depth than he lets on. Their friendship felt genuine, and each character played an important role in the adventure.
The story has a nice balance of action and character growth, and I enjoyed the twist on British folklore, especially the focus on Morgana Le Fay. It made me curious enough to look up more about her afterwards!
Overall, this was an entertaining and fast-paced book. It was engaging and enjoyable from start to finish. A solid four-star read, especially for younger readers who enjoy time travel and mythology, or almost 30 year olds who haven’t quite grown up yet😅🤣
Thank you to Chesney for sending me a copy of this book in return for an honest review⭐️
June 12, 2026
Book review
The Sword and the Shattered Timeline by Chesney Jennings is a thrilling and imaginative adventure that perfectly blends time travel, friendship, and Arthurian legend.
What makes this story especially enjoyable is the sense of nostalgia it evokes, it really reminded me of the stories I read as a teen. It captures the excitement of classic fantasy adventures, while adding a fresh twist through its time-bending plot.
The journey follows three friends Dylan, Mahi and Lloyd who are swept into an epic adventure across time, testing their courage, and determination at every turn. Their friendship forms the heart of the story and the dynamic between the trio is one of the book’s greatest strengths. The stakes are high, the action is fast-paced, and the time-travel elements keep the story unpredictable and exciting.
Filled with magic, adventure, and heart, The Sword and the Shattered Timeline is a captivating read for fans of fantasy and Arthurian tales. Highly recommended for readers who enjoy magical quests, legendary heroes, and epic adventures through time.
Thank you again Chesney, for reaching out and sending me a copy of your book to read, it was an absolute privilege. I really enjoyed it and can’t wait for the next book!
4.5 stars
The Sword and the Shattered Timeline by Chesney Jennings is a thrilling and imaginative adventure that perfectly blends time travel, friendship, and Arthurian legend.
What makes this story especially enjoyable is the sense of nostalgia it evokes, it really reminded me of the stories I read as a teen. It captures the excitement of classic fantasy adventures, while adding a fresh twist through its time-bending plot.
The journey follows three friends Dylan, Mahi and Lloyd who are swept into an epic adventure across time, testing their courage, and determination at every turn. Their friendship forms the heart of the story and the dynamic between the trio is one of the book’s greatest strengths. The stakes are high, the action is fast-paced, and the time-travel elements keep the story unpredictable and exciting.
Filled with magic, adventure, and heart, The Sword and the Shattered Timeline is a captivating read for fans of fantasy and Arthurian tales. Highly recommended for readers who enjoy magical quests, legendary heroes, and epic adventures through time.
Thank you again Chesney, for reaching out and sending me a copy of your book to read, it was an absolute privilege. I really enjoyed it and can’t wait for the next book!
4.5 stars
June 14, 2026
I was gifted this book in exchange for an honest review and I was pleasantly surprised! This is obviously goin to be a book for the pre teen or Merlin obsessed person in your life. Fun adventure that starts of feeling a bit like Jumanji but more Camelot focused with three friends seeking not only a way back to their present day time but also seeking Merlin and a way to make sure an evil is defeated that is looking to disrupt history as we know it! Fun story, definitely check it out!
February 24, 2026
This was a young adult book of a newer author. It reminds of the never ending story, Harry Potter, or the lion witch and the wardrobe. Altered timeline with a little bit of Gaelic folklore.
This will be great to read my kids once they get older.
This will be great to read my kids once they get older.
June 30, 2026
I loved that this book dealt with Arthurian Legend, ot os an excellent book for young people who love magic and adventure.
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