A Rose Out of Time

by Kelly Boggs

187 pages, Kindle Edition

Published January 21, 2026

About the author

Kelly Boggs is a writer who happily wanders between centuries on the page. She draws inspiration from Austen, quiet English estates, and the small wonders of everyday life—including the antics of her two dachshunds, who consider themselves indispensable to her creative routine. She lives in Ohio with her family and far too many books.

Reviews

[Phyllis · Rating 5 out of 5]

Rose out of time

This is a first in at least a year that had me not wanting to put the book down, it was spell binding from the first few pages. Held my attention and didn’t want to sign off last night. As soon as I got home today I finished reading it and can’t wait for next book by Kelly Boggs.
I know I’m not doing this book justice by not saying more good things but truly this book is my favorite out of the Books I’ve read in last 116 weeks or 639 days in a row I’ve read.

[Charlotte Whitcombe · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a fantastic novel. With a plot that is a rich tapestry of time travel, literary homage, and emotional growth, A Rose Out of Time blends romance, historical mystery, and metafiction, referencing Jane Austen's works and characters with a delightful new twist. It explores the interplay between past and present, the healing power of love, and the importance of personal agency and belonging.The tone is warm, witty, and introspective, with journal entries providing insight into the characters thoughts. I look forward to the next book!

[Lisa Stroup · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent Read

I found this book charming, delightful, sophisticated but thoroughly a down-to-earth enjoyable read. I have not read a true romance in years since completing many of Georgette Heyer’s books and I am so happy that this was my re-entry to the genre.

I highly recommend this book, feel it is an amazing work of prose from a new author. I hope she will write many more books as I would be very happy to read them!

[Christina A. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Intriguing

What a fun new twist! I greatly enjoyed this vagary. I'm looking forward to seeing what comes next. I hope we get to see this author's version of Mr. Darcy at some point!

[Reader · Rating 5 out of 5]

I thought this was a wonderful read and can't wait for more! Insightful, charming, witty, and just thoroughly enjoyable. I highly recommend it.

[Sybil Mcguire · Rating 4 out of 5]

Cute/sweet

[Amber · Rating 5 out of 5]

A quaint, feel good book. A refreshing read from all the typical books I read. ❤️

[Ricki]

DNF at 6% because it didn’t grab me, and it’s clearly written for Pride and Prejudice fans, of whom I am not.