A Switch In Time: The President Is Missing...

by Casi McLean

The President Is Missing…

A note from the author: My mother, Eleanor LaRue, initially wrote this manuscript in 1960 but never had it published...she left it to me when she passed away in 1995...**BEFORE** I began writing. I found the story when I moved a few years ago and felt compelled to bring her story to life. Over the last two years, I've updated, edited, tweaked, and added a time travel element for a contemporary spin. My mom lived decades before her time, but her message is as significant today as it was in 1960. Thank you for reading our novel!

USA Today Bestselling Author, Casi McLean, presents A Switch In Time––a gripping time slip thriller ripped from today's headlines.

In a country divided, where terrorists hijack peaceful protests and threaten the fabric of America's democracy, President Emery Clayton, III discovers a global power behind the insurrection. He escapes to the White House attic to plan a counterblow, steering clear of initiating World War III––and vanishes.


After years of studying to realize his dream, James Rucker’s future explodes when he’s falsely accused of cheating on his final exams. Vowing he’s had enough, he joins a civil rights movement. But his trip to connect with the anarchists stops cold when his flight is struck by lightning and plummets into the ocean.


Can one man's soul rip through time to a different era…survive a plane crash...and mitigate a broken man’s rage in time to save his own nation from total destruction?

Genres: Time Travel

300 pages, Paperback

First published September 15, 2020

About the author

USA Today & Amazon Best Selling Author, Casi McLean, pens novels to stir the soul with romance, suspense, and a sprinkle of magic. Her writing crosses genres from ethereal, captivating shorts with eerie twist endings to believable time slips, mystical plots, and sensual romantic suspense.

Known for enchanting stories with magical description, McLean entices readers with fascinating hooks to hold them captive in storylines they can't put down. Her romance entwines strong, believable heroines with delicious, hot heroes to tempt the deepest desires, then fans the flames, sweeping readers into their innermost romantic fantasies.

With suspenseful settings and lovable characters you'll devour, you'll see, hear, and feel the magical eeriness of one fateful night. You'll swear time travel could happen, be mystified by other worldly images, and feel the heat of romantic suspense, but most of all you'll want more.

Casi's latest series enters the realm of political thrillers with Reign Of Fire, exclusively found in the #1 bestselling, romantic suspense boxset, Love Under Fire. Watch the trailer exclusively on this page.

Her three-book, time slip, romantic suspense, Lake Lanier Mysteries, hit the stands running with book #1, Beneath The Lake, winner of the 2016 Gayle Wilson Award of Excellence for BEST Romantic Suspense. Watch the trailer on this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lvf0I...

Beyond The Mist, book #2 in her romantic time slip treasure chest, is a stunning tribute to the victims and first responders of the 911 World Trade Center terrorist attack. Here is the trailer link: https://youtu.be/Bj6ySTh_7xI

Between The Shadows brings the saga full circle with an amazing time slip to 1865 and a search for the Confederate gold. Don't miss this trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=voa2q...

Uniquely qualified to write self-help and inspiration, Casi tops the scale with her powerful memoir, Wingless Butterfly: Healing The Broken Child Within, sharing an inspirational message of courage, tenacity, and hope, displaying her unique ability to excel in nonfiction and self-help as well as fiction.

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Ms. McLean weaves exceptional romantic mystery, with suspenseful settings and lovable characters you'll devour. You'll see, hear, and feel the magical eeriness of one fateful night. You'll swear her time travel could happen, be mystified by her other worldly images, and feel heat of romantic suspense, but most of all you'll want more.

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Reviews

[Dianne · Rating 5 out of 5]

Even before Casi McLean’s A SWITCH IN TIME begins, there is another story, the story of two authors, two generations and one dream, to create from the heart. Prepare to travel from “now to then” and back, following one of the world’s most powerful men as a moment of weakness and the need for solitude becomes a fantastical journey toward understanding, acceptance and love for one another. This story couldn’t come at a better time, when humanity is decisively divided on many social fronts. To think this tale was begun decades ago by the late, gifted author, Eleanor LaRue and finally finished and published by her daughter, Casi McLean is simply magical.

The President of the United States sought solitude in the White House attic, to contemplate how to avoid World War III. Touching a revered old desk’s insignia, he is transported back to the 1960’s, into the body and life of his grandfather and a deadly plane crash with only three survivors, himself, a colleague and a black man who had learned not to love or trust the white people in society.

Months stranded alone on an island, with only each other to depend on, two men of different races would learn that their perceptions of the color of one’s skin would change their lives forever. One would have his eyes opened to not judging a person for the color of their skin, consciously or not, the other would learn to turn his rage into something far more powerful, far more positive.

Can a man from the future bring back the lessons of the past? Can he use his position to truly help bring change to the “Me” society and save his nation? One thing he will learn is he cannot do it alone…

Timely, written from the heart, eye opening and so very moving, I can’t help but wonder if the division of the races could have been erased long ago if history had been taught in such a simple and personal way. Beautifully written, readers will feel as if they are there, a part of the past, witnessing events like a fly on the wall. Powerful, intriguing, magnetic, yet not oppressive, I believe this tale will cause readers to do more than say, what a wonderful, well-written fantasy, but to see life through the eyes of both sides of a fence that never should have divided a world.

If you lived through the 60’s, we saw our world as progressive, but after reading this tale it slams home how little we have progressed and how destructive hatred, fear of the unknown and prejudice is. That said, Casi McLean, with the help of Eleanor LaRue has created a tale that is not only entertaining with the magic of time travel, but something to share with everyone. Fabulous reading that entertains as much as it subtly teaches! Highly, highly, recommended for all!

I received a complimentary copy from Casi McLean! This is my honest and voluntary review.

Publication Date : September 15, 2020
Publisher: Casi McLean
Genre: Time Travel | Historical Fiction
Print Length : 314 pages
Available from: Amazon
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[J.A. Schneider · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is an amazing and touching time travel story, packed with emotional power and an honest look at race relations. It starts out with the modern day U.S. President Emery Clayton, who escapes to the White House attic out of curiosity and the desire to spend a few minutes alone. He touches a revered old desk and is transported back to the 1960s, into the body and life of his grandfather, Clay, an ambitious and racially prejudiced young man with a wife and small children. At the airport, Emery/Clay comes across a young black man, who he treats impolitely and there is an instant clash of personalities.

Then the plane crashes; the two men and one other are stranded alone on an island. They have to depend on each other, and learn about each other in ways that will change their lives and understanding forever. This is a beautiful story. The author packs action and angst in its multi-layered plot, and delivers real power in the telling. You won’t forget this book. Five stars!!

[S.R. Mallery · Rating 5 out of 5]

***** A Tour de Force

What an insightful, riveting, and touching time travel story, packed with vivid descriptions, a realistic look at race relations, and ultimately, the need for trust. It starts out with the modern day U.S. President Emery Clayton, just wanting some alone time, away from the heavy issues he’s been having to deal with. Imagine his surprise when whoosh! He’s suddenly back in 1960. But instead of being Emery the president, he is now his grandfather, Clay, an ambitious and racially prejudiced young man with a wife and two small kids. It’s a tremendous leap time wise, but the former Emery goes along for the ride, just to see what happens.

It turns out, he is in for the ride of his life! In these new circumstances, Clay (or Emery) tells his wife, Teri, that he has to go on a business trip to Australia. At the airport he strikes up a pleasant conversation with someone named Lou and simultaneously, gets annoyed at James, a young, rebellious African American man. Being from the south and used to certain ways, Clay doesn’t treat James politely, and as a result, there is an instant clash of personalities. But things do not go as planned on the trip, and the three of them end up getting to know each other far better than they would ever have thought possible. Beautifully written, this is a book to savor. Highly recommended!

[Eric J. Gates · Rating 5 out of 5]

I had not read any of Casi McLean’s novels before, yet this one caught my attention because of the unusual circumstances of its gestation. It was co-authored by Ms. McLean and Eleanor LaRue, Casi’s mother, sixty years apart. In turn, that explains how the details of the principle setting in 1960’s America were so subtly incorporated to create a sense of ‘uncomfortable familiarity’ in readers, like me, old enough to recall that time period.
These are troubled times. This is something we all know, no matter where we live. To find complete nations divided by man’s deliberate actions, is perhaps the single most contributing factor standing in the way of Mankind’s evolution. Yet it is an issue, whilst easily dismissed as inherited ‘values’ from our ancestors, whose reasoning seems petty and illogical when examined objectively today. Societal division pervades, with no sign of encountering its own self-destruction. Personally, thanks to two factors, which, at least to me, are as clear as spring water, education and travel, I have managed to sidestep the wave of ignorance that carries the stigma of societal division forward by recognizing the fertilizer used to accelerate its growth: Fear. Fear and low self-esteem.
No, this is not a diatribe hiding in plain sight, masquerading as something else. This is a review of a book that touched my heart and personal beliefs.
Ms. McLean places before us a deceptively simple tale of a US President faced with governing a polarized nation. He’s lost, adrift in a sea of doubt, unsure of the direction he should take to reunite the country. Through an intriguing contrivance, whose mechanism and importance quickly hide in the shadows so that the author’s main theme comes to the fore, our present day leader finds himself occupying the body and existence of his own grandfather, about to embark on a business trip in March of 1960. The journey centers on his ancestor and three other fellow travelers; two work colleagues and the third, a source of antagonism that we come to understand. No spoilers, so I’ll just say that it’s an eventful trip, which strips away the dressings of society and allows eyes to be placed upon raw emotion, facilitating the reader’s comprehension of the futility of these ‘values’ blindly upheld, yet quickly proven to be worthless in the circumstances.
This is a solid tale with an outstanding moral theme that I would even suggest be read, and discussed at length, in all modern educational institutions in the hope its lessons are ingrained into the very souls of future generations. Highly recommended.

[Uvi Poznansky · Rating 5 out of 5]

A Switch in Time is a remarkable time-slip story from present day to the 60’s. It starts when President Emery Clayton, III brushes a hand over the smooth surface of the resolute desk, now gathering dust in a White House attic, which serves as a symbol of a nation, paralyzed by division. He touched an etched insignia carved into it, , “God grant me the wisdom to light the day…” In that instant, he is transported back into an outdated airplane that is about to crash, and fights for his life along with two other survivors—James, a black man full of rage over racial injustice, and Lou, Clay’s business associate.

They find themselves first on a raft, then on a deserted island, in an era just as filled with strife and racial injustice as the present day. Clayton realizes that he is no longer himself. Somehow, his soul enters the body of his grandfather, back in the day, and memories flood not his own flood his mind, which makes for a riveting complexity.

“Three men, drained by their nightmare, struggled to survive. One way or another, they would learn what was needed as problems arose… hour upon hour, and day upon day, as the remain adrift in the hands of fate.”

Upon his return to the present, will the President be able to draw on lessons learned from the past, to save the nation?

Five stars.

I’ve bought and read several of Casi McLean’s books before this one and am a fan of her writing. Both of us were invited to take part in a couple of box sets. This story, blending her literary skill with that of her mother, yields a highly dramatic story written with poetic touches. What a wonderful tribute to the imagination of Eleanor LaRue.

[Rolynn Anderson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Talented author Casi McClean lets her characters travel through time to prove the worst of history doesn’t have to repeat itself…we can actually learn and improve through dramatic experiences. McClean packs action and angst in this multi-layered plot, a story begun by McClean's mother and polished by the daughter, mirroring the generations 'teaching' each other in the fiction story.

[Judith Lucci · Rating 5 out of 5]

“The president is missing, the world is boiling over with social unrest and moral problems…”
I am a huge fan I've Casi McLean and find her books meaningful. I read her work because it always has a life lesson I need to hear. From its compelling cover to its final words, A Switch in Time is an outstanding novel with multiple moral themes that incorporate mutual respect, social and political justice, human dignity, and friendship that demands examine our current world view in relationship to this book.
Miss McLean wrote this book based on manuscript her mother, Eleanor LaRue, had written during the 1960s. As a child of the 60s, I can easily identify with the political environment of that era and how it emulates the current disgrace and the polarization we see this very day. The story is riveting and talks of a sitting president in troubled times -- where race relations are problematic, significant social division exist and a considerable loss of social mores—are abound. The president is rudderless and has lost his confidence in his ability to lead. A plane crash whisks him back in time where her encounters two other men on a deserted island where much of the book unfolds.
The story is iconic and parallels the world we live in today. The author takes us through the norming of the three characters as they traverse their differences and move towards friendship on this deserted island. The dialogue is true to life and both heartwarming and heart-wrenching at the same time. At the crux of this amazing novel a critical message we should carry forth into our world today.
A Switch in Time is one of the best books I've read in a long time with a riveting, compelling, and much needed moral underpinnings. I recommend it highly. It’s excellent.

[Aaron Lazar · Rating 5 out of 5]

A Switch in Time is a timely novel primarily set in 1960, but completely applicable to today’s turmoil and racial unrest.

Written by Casi McLean based on a manuscript written in 1960 by Eleanor LaRue, her mother, the combined talents of mother and daughter shine with the light of sensitivity and understanding, while keeping the reader on the edge of his/her proverbial seat. Eleanor died in 1995, bequeathing the manuscript to her daughter, who had not yet started to write her excellent stable of novels.

The story itself is riveting – a sitting President is whisked back in time to inhabit his grandfather’s body and to live ten years of his life. After a plane crash lands Clay (our white protagonist), Jim (a black man with a chip on his shoulder), and Lou (Clay’s business associate) on a deserted island, racial bias and pure hatred are exposed for much of their time. Lou is seriously injured and must be cared for by his counterparts, who can’t stop fighting and hurling abrasive comments at each other. But during the struggle for survival, and through Lou’s wise guidance, both Clay and Jim learn that the value of skin color is inconsequential. Slowly, after painful interactions pile upon each other, they grow and learn to appreciate the men they are inside.

When we switched from Clay’s to Jim’s point of view, I found myself uncomfortable with their bigoted thoughts. Having been raised to judge men by their souls and not their skins, it was tough for me to “hear” these words of hatred. But as the story progressed, and as the past of each individual was fleshed out, their positions were more understandable. Fortunately, with Lou’s help, each man realized the error of their ways and became friends in the end.

I’m already a fan of Casi McLean’s novels, and am very familiar with her writing style. Casi and Eleanor each have unique talents, and the blend of both together is a win-win for the reading audience.

As a bonus to the suspenseful story full of lifetime lessons, there is a sprinkling of poetry and descriptive passages that made my heart stop. See this segment about the glorious beauty of the island:

“The sun overhead lost the crimson splendor of early morning, now beamed glittering gold rays against the azure sky. The shoal lay like a sapphire blanket over the coral reef and glistened as breakers tumbled across and exploded into a beaded spray—then disappeared into the sea. The banyan trees reminded him of long-limbed chorus girls caught in a ludicrous position by the snap of a camera lens. How did he not notice the magnificence of this hidden utopia?”

Thank you, Casi and Eleanor, for a work that brings great delight as well as depth of the human condition to our shelves.

[Susan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Divided we all die…

A Switch In Time: The President Is Missing...

A note from the author: My mother, Eleanor LaRue, initially wrote this manuscript in 1960 but never had it published...she left it to me when she passed away in 1995...**BEFORE** I began writing. I found the story when I moved a few years ago and felt compelled to bring her story to life. Over the last two years, I've updated, edited, tweaked, and added a time travel element for a contemporary spin. My mom lived decades before her time, but her message is as significant today as it was in 1960. Thank you for reading our novel!

I am including this quote from the multi-talented author Casi McLean so you understand where I’m at while reviewing this fantastic gem of a tale. Please note it was penned by both authors spanning two generations, and decades had elapsed since this story’s inception - with similar political and racial dysfunction as well as some positive advances. I won’t be ‘going political’ but because Eleanor LaRue wrote a story that ascertains much of what we’re visualizing today, it bears including this mention.

Ms. McLean put her own special brand on A Switch in Time, and boy does it sing. I felt as if I’d been holding my breath the entire length of the sensitive tale, and the profound premise that doesn’t disappoint for a tiny second ever.

Current events: President Emery Clayton’s secret hideaway becomes a whirlwind tunnel to the past in the millisecond of a heartbeat, as he seeks its comforting vibe while considering a peaceful strategy for an insurrection before it’s too late for the nation – and vanishes into the past during the time of his grandfather.

1960: Clay’s spirit combines with that of his grandad, and along with two of Grampa’s business associates, board a plane to Hawaii and beyond, where they begin an adventure that can only be described as a plethora of learning experiences regarding humanity, devastation, horror - And hope.

Some portions of the characters’ experiences were so moving, that I cried, cheered, and then cried some more, as this novel proved time and again to be the emotional investment I committed to when I read this fantastic time travel thriller. There’s the enraged black man James Rucker, always lurking in the background, intent on taking his anger out on the threesome at every turn…aside from the most descriptive prose exposing danger, brotherhood, survival, and so much more. It began on a journey to Hawaii end escalated with a horrific lightning story twenty thousand miles above the earth.

From here, I zip it!

Honey, you did your momma proudly. Five golden stars were awarded for a job well done – and kudos for a very awesome time exploring your and your mother’s imaginations combined. Cheers!

[Inge-Lise Goss · Rating 5 out of 5]

A Thought-Provoking, Engaging Slip in Time

“A Switch in Time” is a unique time travel novel set in 1960. It begins in the present time with Emery Clayton III, President of the United States, retreating to the attic of the White House and mulling over how he can mend a divided country, similar to the racial turmoil the nation faces today. Behind a storage closet, he sees a Resolute desk, runs his hand over it, and touches a phrase etched into it. Clayton reads the words out aloud, “God grant me the wisdom to light the way and the strength of our forefathers to save the day.” A blue mist surrounds him and he’s whisked back to 1960 and becomes embodied into his grandfather, Emery Clayton Senior. His grandfather’s emotions, values, and memories flow into him.

Clay, his grandfather’s nickname, is sent by his employer on an international business trip. A thunder storm engulfs the plane in turmoil mid-flight over the Pacific Ocean. The pilot unsuccessfully attempts to fly over the storm, but the plane crashes into the ocean. Clay heroically saves his badly injured co-worker, Lou, by pulling him through the water to a raft expelled by the impact.

One other survivor, a black man named James Rucker also escapes the sinking plane and climbs into the raft. Prejudice simmers under Clay’s business façade, and he and James, facing near-certain death, are forced to confront their bigotry in order to survive. Will the ordeal change Clay’s viewpoint on racism and ultimately play a prominent role in how Emery Clayton III deals with the racial upheaval in the country?

A Switch in Time includes a powerful message that can aid us all in making the world a better place. Casi McLean did an exceptional job adding a time travel component to a story centered around racial injustice authored by her and her mother, Eleanor LaRue. The descriptions of the scenes and well-developed characters brought the story to life. This is a great read and highly recommended.

[Michelle · Rating 3 out of 5]

3/5 🌟 
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"Immediately, both men lunged towards him to help, but halted when Lou held up a hand. 'I'm okay, but if you two don't find a way to work together... Take a look around you. There's no one else in right to help us.' He pushed his fists against the bottom of the raft and slid into a lot comfortable position. 'I'm useless but you two together, have a fighting chance to keep us all alive, say last long enough to be rescued or find land.' He shook his head. 'but decided... We all die' "
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" 'Society isn't perfect in anyone's eyes. But we must all remember the only effective way to change society is to work together with every thought, every skin color, every faith, and every creed.' "
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"He'd never forget what Jim once said: 'If only all men could face death like us and come to terms with themselves as we did.' Facing death, and a little nudge from Lou, awakened Emery and Jim to what's really important in life."
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I would give this less stars, but it did have some very important topics and themes. I just, couldn't get past the fact that it was just thrown together. The old book that was written in the 60s and the parts that the daughter added to make it more relevant, like time travel, just didn't flow together. You'd think they'd mention the time travel aspect throughout the book but it literally reads like it happens, he goes back in time, and then this story happens for the middle part of the book, then he awakes back in the future. It's like 2 separate stories with very little tying them together. The middle story was good. But slow. The newer added pieces just didn't fit with it all. The themes about racism and such were good and important. But yeah I got this book from an ad that targeted me totally because I like time travel books. Again I have it 3 stars becausei did like the middle story and it was important.

[Linda Watkins · Rating 5 out of 5]

President Emery Clayton III has gone to an attic room in the White House to seek solitude far from the madding crowd. As he ponders the deep divisions within the country, he runs his hand over the surface of the resolute desk which once stood in the Oval Office but is now relegated to this dark attic room. On the desk, he discovers writing etched into the wood. Leaning closer, he reads the words out loud…

Thus begins his strange journey back in time. Mysteriously transported into the body of his grandfather, Emery Clayton (called “Clay” by his friends), the President finds himself on a plane in the year 1960 traveling with two colleagues (Lou and Ben) to Australia. Also on the plane is a young black man (James) who is consumed with hatred for the white race because of all the inequities they have visited upon him and his people.

A Switch in Time is the story of three of these men (Clay, Lou, and James) and how they bridge the racial, economic, and social gaps that divide them.

Allegorical in nature, this novel is brilliantly conceived. Written originally in 1960 by Author McLean’s mother (Eleanor LaRue) its exploration of racial divide is as relevant today as it was back then. Inheriting the manuscript after her mother’s passing, McLean has updated it and added in the unique time change twist.

The story, while socially important, is also riveting. The characters are fully-fleshed, multi-faceted, and believable. The character of Lou is especially pivotal, as he becomes the arbiter between two other men who hold deep-seated animus for each other.

A Switch in Time: The President is Missing… is an outstanding work of fiction, a real page-turner, and is highly recommended by this reader.

[Tena Stetler · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a book written by Casi McLean based on a manuscript written in 1960 by her mother Eleanor LaRue, who passed is 1995 leaving the manuscript rights to her daughter. The story begins present day when President Emery Clayton, III looking for a few minutes of solitude is accidently whisked back in time to the 1960’s. He’s in for the ride of his life.
The story itself is amazing. A sitting President is slipped back in time to see the world though his grandfather’s eyes during ten years of his life. During this time, after a plane crash lands Clay (white protagonist), Jim (a black man with a chip on his shoulder), and Lou (Clay’s business associate) on a deserted island, racial bias and pure hatred are exposed for much of their time on the island. Through Lou’s wise guidance, Clay and Jim find common ground and finally forge a friendship of sorts.
I find it interesting that while the original manuscript was written in 1960’s the same type of problems still exist. Such a shame. Any way I digress. The trip back in time changes things and views for a lot of people. I don’t do spoilers. I’ll just say upon Emery Clayton's return to the present, he must set his own house in order. The book is a page-turner that everyone should read. Lessons can be learned from the past, if we are willing to embrace the experience of those gone before us. I enjoyed Casi’s descriptive storytelling as always and highly recommend this book.

[Louise Pledge · Rating 5 out of 5]

Oh, my goodness, this is a good book! One that EVERYONE should read! And so timely with the "Black Lives Matter" movements, etc. Whether you consider your skin color to be white, black, brown, yellow or red, you need to read this! We are all brothers and sisters, created by the same God (not exactly what the book says.... but my take on it).

I think I would have like it more without the time travel, but I do enjoy plots with time travel, so I was okay with it. It just didn't seem to fit in all that well. Once I started it, I couldn't put it down. Ilove when that happens.

After finishing it, I knew I wanted to read more Casi McLean, but everything I've found about her books uses the term "sensual", so I guess I will pass. This story, however, was not!

[Jane litherland · Rating 5 out of 5]

Carson finds herself washed ashore ,with no way of knowing how on earth she got there . No personal possessions and very little short term memory . She knows she’s a Dr of medicine at least and where she lives,however why does she not recognise the shoreline of the water. She knows like the back of her hand usually but it must be a bang on the head that’s altered her memory . Lost and dazed and obviously injured she tries to stay calm and searches for a familiar landmark through woods where she encounters Piers under a waterfall. He takes her home to fully recover her and here she finds him and the place he is living very different to her own 200 years in the past different . A good story that’s timeless in the love between two people than scans the centuries

[Jerry Mount · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book is a clever blending of a 1960 manuscript (by the Author's mother) and a modern framework using 'Quantum Leap' style time travel as a connecting device. I liked the general outline and the descriptive narrative. But the story elements (primarily involving racial issues and social divisions) are very basic 'good vs bad' conflicts with no nuance or analysis. The tone is like that of a 1970's TV Afternoon Special. Then the end involves QAnon type political Conspiracy Theories and no ending. Other books by the Author explicitly involve 'Deep State' government actions. I didn't realize that the Author specializes in Fantasy, Romance and Magic. I took the story too seriously, expecting a realistic thriller.

[Brenda Whiteside · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was intrigued by not only the subject matter of this story, but how the novel came to be and had to get it. I've read other books by Ms. McLean and wasn't disappointed. The fact that this story was originally written in the 1960s and considering the state of the U.S. today, the twist Ms. McLean added to her mother’s original manuscript was pure genius. Some readers might find their comfort level tested, but stick with the story, learn right along with the characters and you’ll be rewarded with a great read. In addition to the grit of racial clashes are some well described scene settings—one of my favorite parts of a well-written book.

[Lynn Stifle · Rating 5 out of 5]

A Switch In Time is such a touching and gripping time travel story primarily set in 1960. The story begins in the present day and President Emery Clayton III has retreated to the attic room in the White House to seek some solitude. He touches a phrase etched on a desk, speaks the words out loud, and finds himself whisked away to 1960 and in the body of his grandfather, Clay. This begins his journey as his grandfather and living ten years of his life. This story is absolutely riveting, and I believe, a must read for everyone. Things can be learned with a little trip back in time…

[JoAnne · Rating 4 out of 5]

An interesting story using time travel to portray a strong moral message about racial injustice, self-discovery, and hatred. A story that starts out with the President is in a quandary about what to do to prevent a war when he is whisked back into his grandfather's body during the 60s and a situation with the same issues. A situation where he and another man had to take a strong look at themselves and with the help of a third man were able to make some attitude adjustments and self-discoveries. Definitely a thought-provoking story.

[Lori Peterson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Received as a review copy from Story Origin, this is an honest review. An amazing time travel journey that beautifully grips your attention right from the beginning as President Clayton is mysterious whisked from his divided nation and thrown back into the 1960's but also has become his grandfather in appearance. Clayton becomes an odd key to helping a man whose future only seems dim as the turbulent decade serves to uplift James Rucker's hopes while providing Clayton the understanding of how to face this own dark time. Wicked smart and highly recommended.

[Patty · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a sweet time travel story where Carson and Piers find something they have been searching for in each other. Time travel is a fun component that fit well with this plot. The situation Carson finds herself in is unique- and very interesting to unfold. I found Piers to be a rather understanding and forward thinking guy in this situation. Carson’s unique skills, empathy and knowledge both present and past made for some interesting things to happen. Overall, this was an entertaining and satisfying read.

[Russ · Rating 2 out of 5]

An unusual time travel, to say the least. The modern-day President is transported back to 1960 in the form of his grandfather. Most of the story took place on a desert island? and the main focus was racial issues and what to do about them. The President is finally transported back to modern times after 10 years (in the past), while only one night has passed in modern time. Supposedly there is a plan to solve the racial issues, but that's where the story ends. Sigh.

[Barbara Daniels Dena · Rating 5 out of 5]

How & Where

This novel, A Switch in Time, started out with a bang or should I say storm? I am a newcomer to Author McLean's writing but to say I am solidly hooked is an understatement. No way could I figure out the where and how this novel would end as the unexpected continued to pop up. Excellent travel back in time. Happy to say I am on the hunt for another McLean novel. I enjoyed this one on Audible.

[Jannine Gallant · Rating 5 out of 5]

Social injustice with a time travel twist. Originally written in the 60s by Ms. McLean's mother, this story gives a gritty perspective on race relations from that period in American history that is extremely relevant now. The author updates the story with a time travel element. I was drawn into this narrative, hoping the characters would learn and grow. Casi McLean doesn't disappoint!

[TRICIA POTTER · Rating 5 out of 5]

a visionary inspiration

That’s it? Need more! Another not-so -fantastical fantasy, well written, strong depth in characters, and a message for all ages. Definitely need a Book II!

[Cynthia · Rating 2 out of 5]

So Slow

It took me forever to read this book because I couldn’t get into it. The middle was pretty good but the beginning and end were weird. Not a fan of the writing style. It was very choppy.

[Marian Elavsky · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent

This story is so interesting. It kept me reading until the end. The storyline is riveting and is very reflective of today's climate.

[Ann · Rating 4 out of 5]

Well worth reading❣️

[Jodi · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a wonderful story! The president has time traveled. This story pulls the reader in right away. I highly recommend this book. Five stars from me!

[TaniaRina · Rating 3 out of 5]

What an exciting concept – mother/daughter team writing together 60 years apart!
The racism of the ‘60’s is really present in this book. Unfortunately, too much of it is still around.