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Somewhere in Time
It's a fairy tale retelling of the classic Sleeping Beauty, set between the twentieth and the twenty-first centuries, the story has a darker paranormal twist, and no happily-ever-after within sight. But what the future holds for our beloved characters, Aurora and Prince Phillips, is yet to be determined.
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34 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 31, 2020
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Fizza Younis
38 books40 followersDr. Fizza Younis is from the vibrant city of Lahore, Pakistan, where her journey through life has been as diverse as her country. She had a Ph.D. in economics, but the enchanting world of fiction and poetry has captured her heart. As a dedicated indie author and ardent reader, she revels in the art of storytelling, crafting narratives that transcend the boundaries of her academic pursuits. Rooted in the principles of minimalism, equality, and harmony, her writing reflects her steadfast beliefs. Her stories are both mirrors of her philosophy and windows into the lives of intriguing characters navigating the labyrinth of existence. In her world, characters come alive, and their misadventures resonate with humanity's shared joys and tribulations. She sprinkles love and encouragement with every word, creating a cocoon of empathy and connection that envelops her readers. Though she might describe herself as an average person leading a mundane existence, Fizza is nothing short of spectacular in the world of fiction. Join her on a journey through the written word, where ordinary lives take on extraordinary hues, and the essence of humanity is distilled into every sentence.
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June 3, 2021
I can re-read this a thousand times and not get bored. ;)
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This is a story I wrote for myself. You know how we all hear the quote; if you want to read something that's not written yet, then write it. It's that kind of story for me. It's the story I wanted to read so I decided to write it. I hope others enjoy reading this short fiction as much as I have enjoyed writing & reading it.
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This is a story I wrote for myself. You know how we all hear the quote; if you want to read something that's not written yet, then write it. It's that kind of story for me. It's the story I wanted to read so I decided to write it. I hope others enjoy reading this short fiction as much as I have enjoyed writing & reading it.
September 15, 2022
Get ready for a wild ride.
This tale was a delightful mixture of topics I’d never think to include in the same storyline like the mafia, the Covid-19 pandemic, and Sleeping Beauty. I admire authors who are willing to take risks like this with their writing. It makes for an exciting reading experience for those of us who are well-versed in the fantasy genre and who can be difficult to surprise. I will definitely be keeping an eye out for what Ms. Younis writes next, although I won’t try to guess where her vivid and playful imagination might wander.
Fairy tales don’t have to explain everything, of course, but I found myself wishing this one had gone into more details about how the magic works in this world. For example, the reason why Aurora fell into her deep sleep never made sense to me. I could accept the magical veil that protected her and her stately home while she slept, but it sure would have been nice to know why this spell existed in the first place and under what conditions she might wake up. There were so many other changes to the classic Sleeping Beauty story in this retelling that I didn’t think I should make any assumptions about who or what might have caused these magical events. If the author had been clearer about this, I would have happily chosen a higher rating.
The ending made me yearn for more. I wanted to know how Aurora adjusted to the world after her long nap and what she was planning to do with the rest of her life. Given that this was a fairy tale, though, it did make sense to stop at that moment. Princesses have nearly always been traditionally been described as living happily ever after, and I’m hoping the same can be said about heiresses who wake up in the modern world. Who knows? Maybe we’ll someday get a sequel and find out for sure.
Somewhere in Time kept me guessing until the final sentence.
This tale was a delightful mixture of topics I’d never think to include in the same storyline like the mafia, the Covid-19 pandemic, and Sleeping Beauty. I admire authors who are willing to take risks like this with their writing. It makes for an exciting reading experience for those of us who are well-versed in the fantasy genre and who can be difficult to surprise. I will definitely be keeping an eye out for what Ms. Younis writes next, although I won’t try to guess where her vivid and playful imagination might wander.
Fairy tales don’t have to explain everything, of course, but I found myself wishing this one had gone into more details about how the magic works in this world. For example, the reason why Aurora fell into her deep sleep never made sense to me. I could accept the magical veil that protected her and her stately home while she slept, but it sure would have been nice to know why this spell existed in the first place and under what conditions she might wake up. There were so many other changes to the classic Sleeping Beauty story in this retelling that I didn’t think I should make any assumptions about who or what might have caused these magical events. If the author had been clearer about this, I would have happily chosen a higher rating.
The ending made me yearn for more. I wanted to know how Aurora adjusted to the world after her long nap and what she was planning to do with the rest of her life. Given that this was a fairy tale, though, it did make sense to stop at that moment. Princesses have nearly always been traditionally been described as living happily ever after, and I’m hoping the same can be said about heiresses who wake up in the modern world. Who knows? Maybe we’ll someday get a sequel and find out for sure.
Somewhere in Time kept me guessing until the final sentence.
November 6, 2020
A fresh fairytale remix
What happens when you sleep for a hundred years? You might wake up in the wrong century.
I enjoyed this unique retelling of Sleeping Beauty where timelines, love, and fate blur.
With a faint feel of the traditional tale, we skip Maleficent and the fairies and instead, Younis cleverly plucks us into the 1920s gangster era while yet remaining in the storybook realm of Atticus' magnificent castle. I loved that she let Aurora stay with her parents the whole sixteen years instead of her mother dealing with the banishing heartache of her infant. Despite this happy happenstance, dark shadows still loom over the princess, but the source is not from who we think. With unexpected twists, this is a fairytale you don't want to miss.
What happens when you sleep for a hundred years? You might wake up in the wrong century.
I enjoyed this unique retelling of Sleeping Beauty where timelines, love, and fate blur.
With a faint feel of the traditional tale, we skip Maleficent and the fairies and instead, Younis cleverly plucks us into the 1920s gangster era while yet remaining in the storybook realm of Atticus' magnificent castle. I loved that she let Aurora stay with her parents the whole sixteen years instead of her mother dealing with the banishing heartache of her infant. Despite this happy happenstance, dark shadows still loom over the princess, but the source is not from who we think. With unexpected twists, this is a fairytale you don't want to miss.
November 4, 2020
Somewhere in Time is one of the most imaginative books I’ve read. This fairytale retelling of the classic Sleeping Beauty comes with a series of twists that’s it’s utterly creative! The characters are simple to understand and with enough depth for the reader to immerse and get to know their inner struggles. The story is easy to read and fast paced, too. So, if you’re looking for something new, refreshing and with a little bit of romance and suspense this is a good choice.
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August 1, 2021
This was a great new take of a fairytale classic story. I enjoyed the retelling of the Sleeping Beauty story. It really was a beautiful retelling and kept me turning the pages. Sometimes you just need to read a magical story.
July 25, 2021
I love the new twist on a classic story! It's not what I was expecting at all but I LOVED it!
August 9, 2021
I love Fairy tale retellings, this one is an interesting twist to the classic Sleeping Beauty tale xxx
November 7, 2020
It is a beautiful story and have read it many times because I love these kind of stories and it makes you happy and relaxing while you are stressed. Also if you believe in magic and bec these things does not happen in real life.
June 8, 2022
An interesting idea that turns the tale of Sleeping Beauty on its head. A short and intriguing read which suffers a little in places from clunky syntax.
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