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Delivered to the Ground
Turbulence rocks the plane, a worrisome storm intensifies, and a young woman shares strange music with Fredrick Harper. These mark the beginning of an incredible adventure where Harper finds himself on the other side of the earth, 2,500 years back in time and in a body that's not his own.The handful of crash survivors are thrust into the violent world of the ancient Greeks, the Persians and the mysterious horse nomads known as Scythians whose women are as fierce as their men." ... a real page turner ... not just sci-fi and historical fiction. It is also a war story, a mythical tale, and an action-packed adventure."-- Rocky Scramble's Weekly Reader
462 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 13, 2020
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February 8, 2020
Loved it. This was one of those books I knew I would love after only a few pages. I read about 80% of the book in one sitting. The premise was interesting, the characters were fun, and it was very easy to read, although the author does need to learn the difference between "passed" and "past".
I was disappointed to see there are no other books by the author. :(
I was disappointed to see there are no other books by the author. :(
April 20, 2023
Not bad!
May 17, 2020
An interesting take on a time travel adventure starting with a plane crash and a body transfer experience. The journey into the ancient world of nomadic tribes, Greeks and Persians starts out slowly and builds inexorably, led by a compelling protagonist whose literal embodiment of Yin and Yang creates a personality not only well-suited for the bizarre situation, but she/he finds himself/herself empowered and fairly thriving. Although the history lesson is detailed and fascinating, my only minor complaint (which may not bother others at all) is the character list kept growing and growing, making it difficult to follow at times, and war strategy and tactics became the sole focus a little more than halfway through and, for me, became a little tiresome. Still well thought-out, believable, illuminating, with a satisfying conclusion.
October 21, 2021
Below is my original review, written when I was about halfway through the book. In essence this is a pretty okay to good book with the worst possible 20 pages or so in the middle. I enjoyed the ending enough that if there were a sequel I'd read it, which is why I increased my 1 star review to 3. Still, I standby my absolute disgust of those 20 pages so my original 1 star review follows:
I am currently trying to force myself to finish this book so I may update this review. I am 53% of the way through this book an up until now this book has been pretty good with only one noticeable problem- The author tells the story of a small group of people sent back in time to the bronze age. However the author decided that his "displace in time" story needed a hook and added a body-swapping story. More, the person swapped was a 40 year old tall athletic man who finds himself in the body of the twenty year old petite female seated next to him. This secondary story line is nothing but a distraction and about the third time the author has the MC look longing at a group of men with whom she can no longer socialize I dispaired of it every becoming anything more than a distraction.
So, at the 53% mark the body swapping is still nothing but a distraction but the MC has learned to fight and scout. Having established your MC as a competent fighter and scout, why would you undermine her by having her caught unaware in the wilderness and then easily beaten in a fight by singel man holding noting but a rope when the MC has a knife????? At this point in time the MC should die pretty quickly but, since the book is only 53% over I will assume that doesn't happen.
There is one other thing the author does that stikes me as stupid: 3 people survive the trip back in time and they are shortly confronted by the fact that slavery is a thing and that they don't want to be slaves. Nevertheless, they decide to hold back their knowledge of the future because they don't want to change history. They do this inspite of the fact they already acknowledge that their actions to date have already changed history by the simple fact that they have already killed someone. Still, the author handles this stupid decision well, with the decision being more along the lines of "let's wait and see" as the trio had yet to get a good idea of where in history they actually were.
Bottom line: Right now I feel like I was fooled into buying this book. I got the sample from Amazon and it was good but given how the author has just undermined his own MC I don't really think I will be able to finish this book.
ADDITIONAL: OH MY LORD IT GETS WORSE!!! It turns out the person who kidnapped the MC did so because he wants to marry her. So after 257 pages of the MC being disgusted at thought of giving birth and finding herself a lesbian since she is still only attracted to women she decides on a whim to MARRY A NOMAD WHO SHE HASN'T SPOKEN TO AND WITH WHOM SHE DOESN'T EVEN SHARE A LANGUAGE!!! Seriously, it is as if the author thought he made his MC too competent and intelligent and wanted to change that in as few pages as possible. What US citizen from the year 2020 would choose to marry someone they don't know, is a gender they aren't attracted to, and has poor hygene WHEN THEY DON'T HAVE TO. ESPECIALLY WHEN THEY COULD JUST GO BACK TO THE LOCAL LORD WHO PAMPERS THEM AND TREATS THEM AS A DAUGHTER.
I am currently trying to force myself to finish this book so I may update this review. I am 53% of the way through this book an up until now this book has been pretty good with only one noticeable problem- The author tells the story of a small group of people sent back in time to the bronze age. However the author decided that his "displace in time" story needed a hook and added a body-swapping story. More, the person swapped was a 40 year old tall athletic man who finds himself in the body of the twenty year old petite female seated next to him. This secondary story line is nothing but a distraction and about the third time the author has the MC look longing at a group of men with whom she can no longer socialize I dispaired of it every becoming anything more than a distraction.
So, at the 53% mark the body swapping is still nothing but a distraction but the MC has learned to fight and scout. Having established your MC as a competent fighter and scout, why would you undermine her by having her caught unaware in the wilderness and then easily beaten in a fight by singel man holding noting but a rope when the MC has a knife????? At this point in time the MC should die pretty quickly but, since the book is only 53% over I will assume that doesn't happen.
There is one other thing the author does that stikes me as stupid: 3 people survive the trip back in time and they are shortly confronted by the fact that slavery is a thing and that they don't want to be slaves. Nevertheless, they decide to hold back their knowledge of the future because they don't want to change history. They do this inspite of the fact they already acknowledge that their actions to date have already changed history by the simple fact that they have already killed someone. Still, the author handles this stupid decision well, with the decision being more along the lines of "let's wait and see" as the trio had yet to get a good idea of where in history they actually were.
Bottom line: Right now I feel like I was fooled into buying this book. I got the sample from Amazon and it was good but given how the author has just undermined his own MC I don't really think I will be able to finish this book.
ADDITIONAL: OH MY LORD IT GETS WORSE!!! It turns out the person who kidnapped the MC did so because he wants to marry her. So after 257 pages of the MC being disgusted at thought of giving birth and finding herself a lesbian since she is still only attracted to women she decides on a whim to MARRY A NOMAD WHO SHE HASN'T SPOKEN TO AND WITH WHOM SHE DOESN'T EVEN SHARE A LANGUAGE!!! Seriously, it is as if the author thought he made his MC too competent and intelligent and wanted to change that in as few pages as possible. What US citizen from the year 2020 would choose to marry someone they don't know, is a gender they aren't attracted to, and has poor hygene WHEN THEY DON'T HAVE TO. ESPECIALLY WHEN THEY COULD JUST GO BACK TO THE LOCAL LORD WHO PAMPERS THEM AND TREATS THEM AS A DAUGHTER.
June 14, 2021
A thoroughly good book
Books with strong female leads flood the market these days, and some of them actually deserve the higher ratings that they are receiving just because of the female protagonist. Delivered to the Ground's protagonist first seems to embody masculine characteristics, then female, before evidence within the book suggests that perhaps gender (as well as identity) escapes such convenient labels as civilization has bestowed on the sexes.
But while I would argue this is one of the philosophies that pervades the book, Mark Murphy Harms has written a tale that suspends disbelief, daring the reader to believe in the improbable events that lead up to the series of adventures within Delivered to the Ground.
As Emily, previously known as Fred, later named for myriad animal totems, makes her way through what was Earth's past, she adapts and eventually embraces the life she is learning to love.
Harms weaves his tale into the fabric of a time that I know little about, around the time of the Ionian War set near the Black Sea. Though I have never been a student who enjoyed history, because of the way Harms presents the time period, I now want to learn more about the people of the region described within.
I highly recommend this book to fans of historical fiction, time travel, mythology, philosophy, or gender studies.
Books with strong female leads flood the market these days, and some of them actually deserve the higher ratings that they are receiving just because of the female protagonist. Delivered to the Ground's protagonist first seems to embody masculine characteristics, then female, before evidence within the book suggests that perhaps gender (as well as identity) escapes such convenient labels as civilization has bestowed on the sexes.
But while I would argue this is one of the philosophies that pervades the book, Mark Murphy Harms has written a tale that suspends disbelief, daring the reader to believe in the improbable events that lead up to the series of adventures within Delivered to the Ground.
As Emily, previously known as Fred, later named for myriad animal totems, makes her way through what was Earth's past, she adapts and eventually embraces the life she is learning to love.
Harms weaves his tale into the fabric of a time that I know little about, around the time of the Ionian War set near the Black Sea. Though I have never been a student who enjoyed history, because of the way Harms presents the time period, I now want to learn more about the people of the region described within.
I highly recommend this book to fans of historical fiction, time travel, mythology, philosophy, or gender studies.
July 24, 2020
An incredible, unique tale....
Wow, what a refreshing, original tale! This is one of the best books I've read in a long time....an original plot, with heroes, heroines and great character development (on steroids/hormones.......well you will see!)
Emily begins this tale as a man, then arrives in the past as a woman.....her journey and life on the steppes as a horse warrior is fascinating. The life these people lead is harsh, and yet rewarding in a way that feeds the soul....
Wow, what a refreshing, original tale! This is one of the best books I've read in a long time....an original plot, with heroes, heroines and great character development (on steroids/hormones.......well you will see!)
Emily begins this tale as a man, then arrives in the past as a woman.....her journey and life on the steppes as a horse warrior is fascinating. The life these people lead is harsh, and yet rewarding in a way that feeds the soul....
August 26, 2020
Absorbing Adventure
Time travel and historical fiction
Very well edited for an Indie book, this time travel tale has a major twist with the MC. I won't say more to avoid spoilers. If you like bronze age warfare, the classic world, and the twist of time travellers bringing advanced ideas, the is a fun ride. This appears to be a first novel, and if so, it's a very strong one. This could be a series, but works as a standalone tale as well. If a sequel is planned, I'll buy it. Highly recommended.
Time travel and historical fiction
Very well edited for an Indie book, this time travel tale has a major twist with the MC. I won't say more to avoid spoilers. If you like bronze age warfare, the classic world, and the twist of time travellers bringing advanced ideas, the is a fun ride. This appears to be a first novel, and if so, it's a very strong one. This could be a series, but works as a standalone tale as well. If a sequel is planned, I'll buy it. Highly recommended.
November 28, 2020
Wow! A good ride
I don't normally review books. I don't expect much out of the free ones either. But this one is really engrossing. It shows some marks of an new author. There are some minor spelling and grammar issues, some slightly awkward conversation structure, and a bit of a hard time keeping track of the peripheral characters. BUT... The story is awesome and very original. The physical and political setting are fascinating. The main character is intriguing and I was invested in their journey. Definitely worth a read!
I don't normally review books. I don't expect much out of the free ones either. But this one is really engrossing. It shows some marks of an new author. There are some minor spelling and grammar issues, some slightly awkward conversation structure, and a bit of a hard time keeping track of the peripheral characters. BUT... The story is awesome and very original. The physical and political setting are fascinating. The main character is intriguing and I was invested in their journey. Definitely worth a read!
October 4, 2020
Highly enjoyable
A surprising gem of a book. It started off a little weird with a body switch / accidental time travel, but just got better and better. This is one of my favorite books read in awhile. I sincerely hope the author writes a sequel! This could easily become a three book epic. If the author doesn’t continue the story I’m tempted to pic up where he left off—just kidding (I’m not a writer).
A surprising gem of a book. It started off a little weird with a body switch / accidental time travel, but just got better and better. This is one of my favorite books read in awhile. I sincerely hope the author writes a sequel! This could easily become a three book epic. If the author doesn’t continue the story I’m tempted to pic up where he left off—just kidding (I’m not a writer).
April 12, 2023
great concept but didn’t live up to expectations
I love time travel stories and was excited about this one. Unfortunately, as the plot progresses, the time travel theme is lost and we are buried under way too many battle scenes, descriptions of weapons, gutting animals and the tedious feminist “girls can do anything better than boys” mantra. It reminded me of reading a magic treehouse book.
I love time travel stories and was excited about this one. Unfortunately, as the plot progresses, the time travel theme is lost and we are buried under way too many battle scenes, descriptions of weapons, gutting animals and the tedious feminist “girls can do anything better than boys” mantra. It reminded me of reading a magic treehouse book.
January 2, 2021
From the cover I was expecting the body to be the tiger not the adjacent female passenger. However this TG story is and extremely well written time travel adventure and exceeds expectation for its genre. There may be more as the protagonist mulls over recreating the legend of Alexander the Great. Hopefully w/o the early death.
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July 13, 2021I enjoyed this tale
I love time travel stories. This one has a twist that kept me engaged the whole time. The only draw back was in the beginning a big deal was made about the rifle with only four shells left. Then it was never mentioned again. This saga would look good on the big screen.
I love time travel stories. This one has a twist that kept me engaged the whole time. The only draw back was in the beginning a big deal was made about the rifle with only four shells left. Then it was never mentioned again. This saga would look good on the big screen.
March 22, 2020
A Sequel Please!
This is my second review of this incredible book.....I'm writing it to specifically ask the author for a Part two!! I would love to read about the future exploits of Emily in 500 B..C. E..! Bravo!
This is my second review of this incredible book.....I'm writing it to specifically ask the author for a Part two!! I would love to read about the future exploits of Emily in 500 B..C. E..! Bravo!
August 9, 2020
The best forward thinking book i have read. The story line, the characters the writing, all Fantastic.
I highly recommend this book to everyone. Please write another. You are by far one my authors. Looking forward to your next project. Thank You
I highly recommend this book to everyone. Please write another. You are by far one my authors. Looking forward to your next project. Thank You
October 4, 2020
Action packed adventure
Nonstop excitement and adventure. Take your time and enjoy it because you will find few stories done with such a depth of historical research. For classical and military “what if” buffs.
Let’s have another!
Nonstop excitement and adventure. Take your time and enjoy it because you will find few stories done with such a depth of historical research. For classical and military “what if” buffs.
Let’s have another!
October 28, 2020
What a great book, I loved every bit of it
This book captured my imagination from the beginning. I really enjoyed this book, fascinating story with vivid characters, I hope their is a sequel......
This book captured my imagination from the beginning. I really enjoyed this book, fascinating story with vivid characters, I hope their is a sequel......
January 10, 2021
I began reading this because of a kindle recommendation. The premise sounded great, writing style wasn't bad. I stopped reading when there was a gratuitous explicit homosexual sex scene. Should have known better from the description of the premise. Don't need that kinda junk in my head. Thanks.
January 29, 2021
Great Story
I was a little put off by the double change there at first, both time AND gender, but the author pulled it off admirably. I like time travel and ancient history, and this book filled the bill all the way. Kudos.. more please
I was a little put off by the double change there at first, both time AND gender, but the author pulled it off admirably. I like time travel and ancient history, and this book filled the bill all the way. Kudos.. more please
February 6, 2021
A Pretty Good Read
While I enjoyed most of the story, there are a few places where I chose to skip ahead to avoid either description of homosexual activity and/or graphic sexual activity. The story definitely could have been just as good without it.
While I enjoyed most of the story, there are a few places where I chose to skip ahead to avoid either description of homosexual activity and/or graphic sexual activity. The story definitely could have been just as good without it.
March 5, 2020
Pretty good
Well written with only a few errors. Interesting plot and twists. Makes one imagine the changes in history cascading into the present.
Well written with only a few errors. Interesting plot and twists. Makes one imagine the changes in history cascading into the present.
April 21, 2020
Real good read
Good read with excellent plot, action and character development. I really hope Mark turns this into a series or at least publishes a sequel.
Good read with excellent plot, action and character development. I really hope Mark turns this into a series or at least publishes a sequel.
July 14, 2020
Awesome
Spectacular book! Great imagination and great story! Loved it! I will read it again im sure. Thank you to the author!
Spectacular book! Great imagination and great story! Loved it! I will read it again im sure. Thank you to the author!
August 23, 2020
Interesting twist
I love this tips of books, and this one has a very interesting twist too it. Didn't know if I like it but grew on me. I their is a next book.
I love this tips of books, and this one has a very interesting twist too it. Didn't know if I like it but grew on me. I their is a next book.
January 17, 2021
Gender Identity
Interesting, it puts a different twist on role of the primary hero. Not what one expects. Aside from the storyline this writer causes one to think outside the box.
Interesting, it puts a different twist on role of the primary hero. Not what one expects. Aside from the storyline this writer causes one to think outside the box.
February 1, 2021
Well written and the characters, though fictional, give us an insight scenario on how the events in 500 B.C. played out in the Greek/Persian conflicts at the time. If that theme interests you then look forward to a rewarding experience. I did.
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April 20, 2021Hoping that's not all.
This book is quite good but has a very abrupt end. No hint of another, a sequel, perhaps? I'll be watching.
This book is quite good but has a very abrupt end. No hint of another, a sequel, perhaps? I'll be watching.
April 25, 2021
Great read
Enjoyed this book greatly I really hope there are more coming I can see many more adventures for our misplaced travelers.
Enjoyed this book greatly I really hope there are more coming I can see many more adventures for our misplaced travelers.
May 28, 2021
Excellent
Cannot wait for the next book. So much fun reading. The flow of the story was excellent and the tempo wow.
Cannot wait for the next book. So much fun reading. The flow of the story was excellent and the tempo wow.
August 4, 2021
Great read
Non stop action through out the book. The writer kept you entrenched in the story and what history changed may do for the world’s history.
Non stop action through out the book. The writer kept you entrenched in the story and what history changed may do for the world’s history.
August 25, 2021
Great read
Enjoyed this telling of time travel and ancient history. Fanciful and very entertaining. Sequel? I will look forward to more of Emily.
Enjoyed this telling of time travel and ancient history. Fanciful and very entertaining. Sequel? I will look forward to more of Emily.
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