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All the Time in the World
Until now, Ben Ward's greatest achievement to date has been passing the 'Bar Exam' to become a lawyer. And until now, his worst living nightmare has been the brutal murder of his beautiful wife, Jane, at the hands of a crazed killer, three years earlier. But when he buys an odd, one-of-a-kind Sat Nav, made of brass, nickel and ivory, supplied to him by a mysterious online company called TimeLine, something very strange happens. The bizarre object talks to him, announcing that it's a Time Machine. Ben quickly learns how to manipulate the Time Machine and Time in the past, present and future, but also realizes that he is not the only Time Traveller. And against all odds, he dares to try and stop his wife's murder from happening.
175 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 8, 2012
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About the author
Michael Siddall
8 books8 followersMichael Siddall was born in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England and his aspirations to become a writer began after devising the board game: 'Challenge of the Gods'.
Educated at Newfield School in Sheffield he left with exemplary grades in his final exams and went on to Granville College where he studied Art and Design, Literature and History.
Times were hard and he left to become a carpet fitter. As a child of nine, Michael contracted Rheumatic Fever, spending a whole year in the Northern General Hospital, laid flat on his back for the first six months and in a wheelchair for the following six. To occupy himself he wrote his first short stories and poems and has continued to write every day of his life since.
He was told that as a consequence of his illness he would have a weak heart and spend the rest of his life in a wheelchair. Michael proved the specialists wrong. Not only did he walk again; he joined the army and became a P.T. I in the R.E.M.E., stationed at Borden in Hampshire with a heart as strong as a lion.
He holds the rank of 5th Dan Black Belt with instructor status in three different styles of martial arts - Shotokan Karate, Aikido and Korean Kempo. A writer since school, he has written eight novels and self-help book, 'Challenge of the Gods' being his first serious attempt at fantasy writing after completing a creative writing course. He still resides in Sheffield where he plays hockey at Ice Sheffield
Educated at Newfield School in Sheffield he left with exemplary grades in his final exams and went on to Granville College where he studied Art and Design, Literature and History.
Times were hard and he left to become a carpet fitter. As a child of nine, Michael contracted Rheumatic Fever, spending a whole year in the Northern General Hospital, laid flat on his back for the first six months and in a wheelchair for the following six. To occupy himself he wrote his first short stories and poems and has continued to write every day of his life since.
He was told that as a consequence of his illness he would have a weak heart and spend the rest of his life in a wheelchair. Michael proved the specialists wrong. Not only did he walk again; he joined the army and became a P.T. I in the R.E.M.E., stationed at Borden in Hampshire with a heart as strong as a lion.
He holds the rank of 5th Dan Black Belt with instructor status in three different styles of martial arts - Shotokan Karate, Aikido and Korean Kempo. A writer since school, he has written eight novels and self-help book, 'Challenge of the Gods' being his first serious attempt at fantasy writing after completing a creative writing course. He still resides in Sheffield where he plays hockey at Ice Sheffield
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November 20, 2022
I love time travel but the best kind is those of the previous century. All the Time in the World has a very steampunk vibe to it and it makes you feel like you're in the early 20th century. Despite all the paradoxes about time travel, I love the way Ben Ward uses the fabric of time to save the woman he loves. Don't want to spoil it for you but it's a good read.
February 21, 2021
It has been some time since a story had me hanging on for the next word, paragraph and chapter.
This book had me enthralled as I found myself going through time with the main character only to find myself wanting to know what happens but not wanting it to end.
I cannot wait to read more from this author.
This book had me enthralled as I found myself going through time with the main character only to find myself wanting to know what happens but not wanting it to end.
I cannot wait to read more from this author.
November 26, 2022
If only we could do this!
Ben Ward became a time traveller after purchasing what he thought was a Sat Nav divice from an online seller. But from that initial phone call, things were becoming increasingly strange to the point of unbelievable.
A great story with an interesting plot. One of the best time travel books I've read, I took my time with this book so I could really enjoy the storyline and understand each character. As well as a captivating read, there were lots of interesting facts of history as the main character ventured back in time. Great and unexpected twist at the end, didn't see that coming! Would recommend to anyone who enjoys this type of book.
Ben Ward became a time traveller after purchasing what he thought was a Sat Nav divice from an online seller. But from that initial phone call, things were becoming increasingly strange to the point of unbelievable.
A great story with an interesting plot. One of the best time travel books I've read, I took my time with this book so I could really enjoy the storyline and understand each character. As well as a captivating read, there were lots of interesting facts of history as the main character ventured back in time. Great and unexpected twist at the end, didn't see that coming! Would recommend to anyone who enjoys this type of book.
August 7, 2025
I enjoyed this book from Michael Siddall. I liked the movement through time that time travel would represent. Of course, we still don't know if time travel is possible. But what if it was? In this story the main character gets a time machine and travels to many interesting historic places. However his real goal is to save his wife who had been brutally murdered. Through the twists and turns the reader is highly entertained but what really happened to his wife is carried to Book 2 which we will have to read.
If you like mystery, history or time travel you will enjoy this book and, like me, you will want to read the next book in this series.
If you like mystery, history or time travel you will enjoy this book and, like me, you will want to read the next book in this series.
April 27, 2024
cool
Cool book, I love anything to do with time travel, this book drew me in completely. This is one of the best books that I have ever read. Brilliant.
Cool book, I love anything to do with time travel, this book drew me in completely. This is one of the best books that I have ever read. Brilliant.
July 28, 2024
An Enticing Journey Through Time
"All the Time in the World," by Michael Siddall, masterfully blends historical accuracy with the fascinating concept of time travel. Michael Siddall takes readers on an immersive journey through various epochs—past, present, and future. The protagonist's quest to change personal loss without triggering a time paradox adds depth and tension to this narrative.
Siddall’s meticulous depiction of historical disasters paired with the protagonist's attempts to alter them makes for a compelling and thought-provoking read. The vivid descriptions allow readers to feel as though they are traveling alongside the protagonist. The storyline is enriched with unpredictable twists, maintaining suspense and engagement.
This novel comes highly recommended for its unique blend of history, emotion, and science fiction. Its well-crafted plot and engrossing character arcs guarantee an exceptional reading experience.
"All the Time in the World," by Michael Siddall, masterfully blends historical accuracy with the fascinating concept of time travel. Michael Siddall takes readers on an immersive journey through various epochs—past, present, and future. The protagonist's quest to change personal loss without triggering a time paradox adds depth and tension to this narrative.
Siddall’s meticulous depiction of historical disasters paired with the protagonist's attempts to alter them makes for a compelling and thought-provoking read. The vivid descriptions allow readers to feel as though they are traveling alongside the protagonist. The storyline is enriched with unpredictable twists, maintaining suspense and engagement.
This novel comes highly recommended for its unique blend of history, emotion, and science fiction. Its well-crafted plot and engrossing character arcs guarantee an exceptional reading experience.
January 6, 2021
Intriguing and interesting.
I found this book gripping. It was interesting the way it was written flipping back and forth through time to the different events and dates. It left me considering my own time and what I would do if I had a time travelling machine. My favourite part of the whole book was the end. No spoilers but let's day... Its the cliff hanger of all hangers!
The writing style was good, it flowed well even with the time jumps, I didn't feel dragged around at all. I enjoyed the development of the protagonist and how he was just trying to get some control of his life and also to get his wife back. Just goes to show... The ripple effect of one change can change the world. A great quick read. I would highly recommend.
I found this book gripping. It was interesting the way it was written flipping back and forth through time to the different events and dates. It left me considering my own time and what I would do if I had a time travelling machine. My favourite part of the whole book was the end. No spoilers but let's day... Its the cliff hanger of all hangers!
The writing style was good, it flowed well even with the time jumps, I didn't feel dragged around at all. I enjoyed the development of the protagonist and how he was just trying to get some control of his life and also to get his wife back. Just goes to show... The ripple effect of one change can change the world. A great quick read. I would highly recommend.
November 28, 2022
Loved this
Knowing that this is a time travel book, one has to be prepared for what logic tells us is impossible. However, the author is skilled in the way he tells this first-person story, to the point where belief is suspended and you start going along with the story.
I defy anyone to read this novel and not think “If I had this machine, I'd go back to that time when I messed up and change it."
Men will suddenly remember embarrassing moments with girlfriends that they would wish to change. Ladies, you will remember the times when you wanted to say something to that guy you fancied, but chickened out.
The task in this story is more serious though and has you gripped until the end.
Knowing that this is a time travel book, one has to be prepared for what logic tells us is impossible. However, the author is skilled in the way he tells this first-person story, to the point where belief is suspended and you start going along with the story.
I defy anyone to read this novel and not think “If I had this machine, I'd go back to that time when I messed up and change it."
Men will suddenly remember embarrassing moments with girlfriends that they would wish to change. Ladies, you will remember the times when you wanted to say something to that guy you fancied, but chickened out.
The task in this story is more serious though and has you gripped until the end.
February 2, 2023
All the Time in the World by Michael Siddall is a captivating read! We follow our reluctant hero Ben, as he uses a Jules Vernesque Time Machine, in the shape of a partly clockwork driven sat-nav, to travel through time.
Motivated by righting a terrible wrong, Ben bounces around some iconic and intriguing historic and prehistoric moments.
This slim novel is a pleasantly easy read. The clever science validates the fiction and the personal backstory keeps us guessing until the end - the very end.
Recommended!
Motivated by righting a terrible wrong, Ben bounces around some iconic and intriguing historic and prehistoric moments.
This slim novel is a pleasantly easy read. The clever science validates the fiction and the personal backstory keeps us guessing until the end - the very end.
Recommended!
October 6, 2020
Yet again...I am not surprised. Michael Siddall is an author who is so creative and never has once bored me with his work. This one was such a quick, and easy read. I swear after reading this book makes me wonder about time travel. On what could happen... I am going to not go into detail because I do not want to spoil. But Time traveling....being able to see a machine work like that. Bravo to this author! It was entertaining and well worth the quick read!
December 30, 2020
A time travel novel can be tricky but the author has succeeded in crafting an intriguing tale of a man who purchases a Sat-Nav that is really a time machine. He can easily go back and forward in time but he soon discovers that, while it is easy to change the present from something in the future - getting the winning lottery numbers, for example - changing the past isn't so easy. Still, he preservers and tries his best to prevent a terrible thing that happened to his family. The twist at the end was mind-blowing. And brilliant.
January 20, 2023
Fantastic book that takes you on an adventure through time, you witness some of histories greatest moments and its darkest moments all while hoping for a happy ending. The twist at the end was a suprise to me. 5* and then some
March 1, 2023
Douglas adams meets Vonnegut
From the kitchen sink sat nav device to the wittiest writing I’ve read in a while, especially the dialogue
I’ll say it again
Douglas adams meets Vonnegut
From the kitchen sink sat nav device to the wittiest writing I’ve read in a while, especially the dialogue
I’ll say it again
Douglas adams meets Vonnegut
April 8, 2019
Absolutely brilliant xx
November 13, 2022
This story had me engrossed right from the beginning. I won't be giving anything away, but honestly if you like adventure and intrigue this is the book for you.
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