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Timeless Magic
The restoration of a cursed painting transports a shy conservator back in time, trapping her in an alien world where she is accused of witchcraft; a crime punishable by death.
Uncovering an image hidden beneath the painting she is repairing, Beatrice removes the false layer, activating a centuries old curse, which strands her in Elizabethan England.
Her unexplainable arrival draws negative attention from the suspicious townsfolk, who imprison her when the mutilated body of a prominent merchant is discovered.
Awaiting trial–and her impending death–Beatrice places her faith in Nicholas, the only man willing to defend her innocence. However, Nicholas is not who he claims, and when his dark secret is revealed, both face immediate execution.
Anne Rice meets Diana Gabaldon in this intriguing blend of romance, historical fiction, and mystery.
Dive into the past with Timeless Magic. Click now!
Uncovering an image hidden beneath the painting she is repairing, Beatrice removes the false layer, activating a centuries old curse, which strands her in Elizabethan England.
Her unexplainable arrival draws negative attention from the suspicious townsfolk, who imprison her when the mutilated body of a prominent merchant is discovered.
Awaiting trial–and her impending death–Beatrice places her faith in Nicholas, the only man willing to defend her innocence. However, Nicholas is not who he claims, and when his dark secret is revealed, both face immediate execution.
Anne Rice meets Diana Gabaldon in this intriguing blend of romance, historical fiction, and mystery.
Dive into the past with Timeless Magic. Click now!
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366 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 6, 2022
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September 9, 2022
Loved this storyline. Getting sucked into a painting to a horrific time in history and not knowing where you are or what happened, this was a page turner and I could not put it down. It does end with more to come but the whole story just keeps you riveted. I really enjoyed this book and would recommend it. You cannot say to much without giving away the plot but I can say you will not be disappointed if you get this book.
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September 13, 2022Loved it... Started reading and didn't put down until last page read. Good storyline and characters kept me interested. Would recommend this book.....
September 11, 2022
This duo together made sure a great book. Beatrice and Nicholas are great characters. The story and plot are well written and loved the time travel twist and her having to work around the craziness of his time in history. Looking forward to more hopefully by this duo.
September 11, 2022
This was such a great read. I couldn't put it down. The characters were so engaging that I felt like I was a part of the story.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
September 8, 2022
Beatrice is repairing a painting, she finds a hidden image within the painting, and unbeknownst to her, she triggers a curse. She is transported to the past and that’s just the beginning of her troubles. She is accused of a crime she didn’t commit. The only person that is willing to believe her story and help her, has his own dark agenda. A fascinating time travel story, characters and an appealing plot.
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I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
September 6, 2022
This story was a big surprise which had me up late at night turning pages. The time period and characters were fantastic as was the story.
I cannot wait for the next chapter.
Highly recommended.
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I cannot wait for the next chapter.
Highly recommended.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
September 3, 2022
This is a well written time travel romance with strong characters and an intriguing storyline. The author does a wonderful job painting her scenes and building her story, filling it with a multitude of emotions. She pulled me into the story and kept me glued to the pages. Loved and recommend this book.
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book. All opinions in this review are my own and freely given.
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book. All opinions in this review are my own and freely given.
September 3, 2022
I wasn’t sure how I was going to like this time travel romance story, but I absolutely loved it! There was the sci-fi time travel, paranormal romance, and intrigue! There were so many plot twists that I was constantly guessing who was on Beatrice's side and who was not! I can’t wait to read what will happen next for Beatrice and Nicholas.
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I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
September 12, 2022
Historicals gehören zu dem Genre, was ich leidenschaftlich gerne lese. Daher war ich absolut neugierig auf eine Mischung aus Historical und Zeitreise-Roman. Ich muss zugeben, ich war gleich fasziniert. Die Mischung ist wirklich spannend und faszinierend, weswegen ich dieses Buch überhaupt erst zur Hand genommen habe. Doch dann wollte ich es nicht mehr aus der Hand legen. Ich war so fasziniert, dass ich mir für das Lesen ausnahmsweise einmal mehr Zeit genommen habe, als ich es üblicherweise täte.
Aber das war letztlich eine gute Entscheidung. Ich weiß nicht, wie ich das Buch sonst hätte weiter in einem noch positiven Licht sehen können. Keine Angst. Das Buch ist wirklich gut, die Story spannend und ein Teil der Charaktere noch im Bereich der Sympathie. Aber hier wird wirklich grenzwertig mit allem gespielt, was einem Buch gefährlich werden kann. Alyssa Drake und Rebecca Hamilton wagen hier wirklich einen ausgesprochen gefährlichen Spagat.
Die Umsetzung der Geschichte ist gelungen. Sie ist trotz des Zeitreise-Themas gut und realistisch umgesetzt, insbesondere unter dem Aspekt der Betrachtung der Hexenprozesse im Mittelalter. Allerdings ist es dieser Punkt, der auch durchaus für Kritik sorgt. Es ist gut, dass es thematisiert wird. Aber die Umsetzung ist wirklich grausam, brutal und jenseits von dem, was man sich wünscht, dass eine Protagonistin erleben muss. Allerdings war es an manchen Stellen dann wieder etwas unglaubwürdig, weil Beatrice, die Protagonistin, so viel überlebt, woran andere wahrscheinlich schon gestorben wären. Die Brutalität und Gewaltbereitschaft der Menschen in diesem Buch ist eigentlich unbeschreiblich und welche Qualen Beatrice ertragen muss, ist selbst für einen Leser grenzwertig.
Für Leser, die hier mit einer sehr romantischen Geschichte gerechnet haben und eher zartbesaitet sind, ist diese Geschichte durchaus nicht wirklich geeignet. Es findet sich sehr viel Gewalt, Gewalt gegen Frauen in diesem Buch wieder. Das dürfte allein schon für viele ein abschreckender Grund sein. In der Regel kann ich viel ab, aber selbst hier musste ich schlucken aufgrund der Kreativität der Grausamkeiten. Und dass Beatrice einen Teil davon überlebt. Unwahrscheinlich.
Es gibt auch ein paar Ungereimtheiten, die bisher nicht aufgeklärt werden oder angesprochen werden. Wie die Sache mit Nicholas seinem Bruder Edmund und warum er ständig Frauen in die Vergangenheit schickt. Was erhofft er sich davon? Welchen Zweck sollen diese Frauen erfüllen, selbst wenn sie nur das Gemälde „restaurieren“ sollen? Was hat es wirklich mit diesem Herrn Peyton auf sich?
Und dieser Typ ist es auch, der mir die Geschichte sogar so richtig schön madig machen konnte. Der Typ ist so krankhaft auffällig, dass es nicht mehr normal ist. Das ist so auffällig, dass ich einfach nicht verstehe, wie Beatrice immer wieder in seine Fänge geraten konnte. Der Typ taucht in gefühlt jeder Szene auf und ist nervig, grausam, brutal und einfach widerlich. Mit dem hätte ich mich nicht einmal unterhalten, geschweige denn etwas zu trinken von ihm angenommen. Beatrice ist mir in diesem Punkt viel zu zutraulich und unschuldig.
Und das ist wiederum etwas, was mich ebenfalls störte. Dieser angebliche Gutmensch, Herr Peyton, hat ihr so viele Grausamkeiten angetan und dennoch redet sie mit ihm, schenkt ihm Gehör und lässt sich von ihm einwickeln. Ich hätte mir gewünscht, dass sie mehr Köpfchen hat und erkennt, was hinter seiner Fassade schlummert. Das ist nämlich so auffällig, dass man sagen könnte, dass es ein Schlag ins Gesicht ist. Den kriegt sie von diesem Typen übrigens nicht nur einmal ab. Dafür, dass Beatrice eine intelligente und moderne Frau sein soll, lässt sie sich zu sehr unterkriegen und hält nichts von Kommunikation. Anstatt Nicholas zur Rede zu stellen, lässt sie sich lieber von diesem verführen.
Ja, die erotische Anziehungskraft der beiden ist wirklich gut umgesetzt und verleiht dem Buch eine gewisse Leichtigkeit in dieser komplett düsteren Atmosphäre. Und das mochte ich sehr. Ich hätte mir sogar gerne mehr gemeinsame, beziehungsbildende Momente mit den beiden gewünscht, in denen sie miteinander kommunizieren und sich besser kennenlernen. Aber darauf musste man ja leider wegen der prägnanten Anwesenheit eines anderen Nebencharakters drauf verzichten. *würg*
Gerne hätte ich gewusst, wie Nicholas denkt und fühlt und welche Geheimnisse man über ihn so sonst hätte ansatzweise erraten können. Aber da die Geschichte nur aus der Perspektive von Beatrice geschildert wird, ist das Blickfeld des Lesers leider nur sehr eingeschränkt sichtbar. Das finde ich sehr schade. Und auch wenn die Geschichte nur aus Beatrice ihrer Perspektive geschildert wird, erfährt man relativ wenig von ihr. Man erfährt kaum etwas von ihrem Leben in der modernen Zeit, ihrer Familie oder ihren Freunden. Man weiß hauptsächlich, dass sie Single ist und für ihren Job regelrecht lebt. Mehr nicht. Das ist irgendwie sehr traurig. Auch, dass sie recht wenig über die Zeit weiß, in der sie gelandet ist. Bei einem Restaurator gehe ich in der Regel davon aus, dass er zumindest ein gewisses Vorwissen über die Zeitperiode hat, wenn er ein Stück davon restauriert. Jede Zeitperiode hat schließlich Besonderheiten in Bezug auf Farbe, Material usw.
Ein Teil der Auflösung war allerdings zu eindeutig. Das war durch die stetige Anwesenheit gewisser Charaktere zu simpel. Andere Charaktere agierten ebenfalls suspekt und man konnte niemandem trauen. Wodurch auch niemand mir wirklich sympathisch war – bis auf Beatrice und Nicholas.
Eine spannende und faszinierende Geschichte mit historischen und Zeitreise-Elementen, die gut zusammengefügt und umgesetzt wurden. Für mich war es ein spannendes Leseerlebnis, auf dessen Fortsetzung ich durchaus gespannt bin. Allerdings werde ich mir dafür wieder mehr Zeit nehmen, wenn es so weit ist. 😉
Hinweis: Das Buch habe ich als digitales Rezensionsexemplar via Booksprout im Austausch für eine ehrliche Rezension erhalten.
Aber das war letztlich eine gute Entscheidung. Ich weiß nicht, wie ich das Buch sonst hätte weiter in einem noch positiven Licht sehen können. Keine Angst. Das Buch ist wirklich gut, die Story spannend und ein Teil der Charaktere noch im Bereich der Sympathie. Aber hier wird wirklich grenzwertig mit allem gespielt, was einem Buch gefährlich werden kann. Alyssa Drake und Rebecca Hamilton wagen hier wirklich einen ausgesprochen gefährlichen Spagat.
Die Umsetzung der Geschichte ist gelungen. Sie ist trotz des Zeitreise-Themas gut und realistisch umgesetzt, insbesondere unter dem Aspekt der Betrachtung der Hexenprozesse im Mittelalter. Allerdings ist es dieser Punkt, der auch durchaus für Kritik sorgt. Es ist gut, dass es thematisiert wird. Aber die Umsetzung ist wirklich grausam, brutal und jenseits von dem, was man sich wünscht, dass eine Protagonistin erleben muss. Allerdings war es an manchen Stellen dann wieder etwas unglaubwürdig, weil Beatrice, die Protagonistin, so viel überlebt, woran andere wahrscheinlich schon gestorben wären. Die Brutalität und Gewaltbereitschaft der Menschen in diesem Buch ist eigentlich unbeschreiblich und welche Qualen Beatrice ertragen muss, ist selbst für einen Leser grenzwertig.
Für Leser, die hier mit einer sehr romantischen Geschichte gerechnet haben und eher zartbesaitet sind, ist diese Geschichte durchaus nicht wirklich geeignet. Es findet sich sehr viel Gewalt, Gewalt gegen Frauen in diesem Buch wieder. Das dürfte allein schon für viele ein abschreckender Grund sein. In der Regel kann ich viel ab, aber selbst hier musste ich schlucken aufgrund der Kreativität der Grausamkeiten. Und dass Beatrice einen Teil davon überlebt. Unwahrscheinlich.
Es gibt auch ein paar Ungereimtheiten, die bisher nicht aufgeklärt werden oder angesprochen werden. Wie die Sache mit Nicholas seinem Bruder Edmund und warum er ständig Frauen in die Vergangenheit schickt. Was erhofft er sich davon? Welchen Zweck sollen diese Frauen erfüllen, selbst wenn sie nur das Gemälde „restaurieren“ sollen? Was hat es wirklich mit diesem Herrn Peyton auf sich?
Und dieser Typ ist es auch, der mir die Geschichte sogar so richtig schön madig machen konnte. Der Typ ist so krankhaft auffällig, dass es nicht mehr normal ist. Das ist so auffällig, dass ich einfach nicht verstehe, wie Beatrice immer wieder in seine Fänge geraten konnte. Der Typ taucht in gefühlt jeder Szene auf und ist nervig, grausam, brutal und einfach widerlich. Mit dem hätte ich mich nicht einmal unterhalten, geschweige denn etwas zu trinken von ihm angenommen. Beatrice ist mir in diesem Punkt viel zu zutraulich und unschuldig.
Und das ist wiederum etwas, was mich ebenfalls störte. Dieser angebliche Gutmensch, Herr Peyton, hat ihr so viele Grausamkeiten angetan und dennoch redet sie mit ihm, schenkt ihm Gehör und lässt sich von ihm einwickeln. Ich hätte mir gewünscht, dass sie mehr Köpfchen hat und erkennt, was hinter seiner Fassade schlummert. Das ist nämlich so auffällig, dass man sagen könnte, dass es ein Schlag ins Gesicht ist. Den kriegt sie von diesem Typen übrigens nicht nur einmal ab. Dafür, dass Beatrice eine intelligente und moderne Frau sein soll, lässt sie sich zu sehr unterkriegen und hält nichts von Kommunikation. Anstatt Nicholas zur Rede zu stellen, lässt sie sich lieber von diesem verführen.
Ja, die erotische Anziehungskraft der beiden ist wirklich gut umgesetzt und verleiht dem Buch eine gewisse Leichtigkeit in dieser komplett düsteren Atmosphäre. Und das mochte ich sehr. Ich hätte mir sogar gerne mehr gemeinsame, beziehungsbildende Momente mit den beiden gewünscht, in denen sie miteinander kommunizieren und sich besser kennenlernen. Aber darauf musste man ja leider wegen der prägnanten Anwesenheit eines anderen Nebencharakters drauf verzichten. *würg*
Gerne hätte ich gewusst, wie Nicholas denkt und fühlt und welche Geheimnisse man über ihn so sonst hätte ansatzweise erraten können. Aber da die Geschichte nur aus der Perspektive von Beatrice geschildert wird, ist das Blickfeld des Lesers leider nur sehr eingeschränkt sichtbar. Das finde ich sehr schade. Und auch wenn die Geschichte nur aus Beatrice ihrer Perspektive geschildert wird, erfährt man relativ wenig von ihr. Man erfährt kaum etwas von ihrem Leben in der modernen Zeit, ihrer Familie oder ihren Freunden. Man weiß hauptsächlich, dass sie Single ist und für ihren Job regelrecht lebt. Mehr nicht. Das ist irgendwie sehr traurig. Auch, dass sie recht wenig über die Zeit weiß, in der sie gelandet ist. Bei einem Restaurator gehe ich in der Regel davon aus, dass er zumindest ein gewisses Vorwissen über die Zeitperiode hat, wenn er ein Stück davon restauriert. Jede Zeitperiode hat schließlich Besonderheiten in Bezug auf Farbe, Material usw.
Ein Teil der Auflösung war allerdings zu eindeutig. Das war durch die stetige Anwesenheit gewisser Charaktere zu simpel. Andere Charaktere agierten ebenfalls suspekt und man konnte niemandem trauen. Wodurch auch niemand mir wirklich sympathisch war – bis auf Beatrice und Nicholas.
Eine spannende und faszinierende Geschichte mit historischen und Zeitreise-Elementen, die gut zusammengefügt und umgesetzt wurden. Für mich war es ein spannendes Leseerlebnis, auf dessen Fortsetzung ich durchaus gespannt bin. Allerdings werde ich mir dafür wieder mehr Zeit nehmen, wenn es so weit ist. 😉
Hinweis: Das Buch habe ich als digitales Rezensionsexemplar via Booksprout im Austausch für eine ehrliche Rezension erhalten.
July 14, 2022
I loved this fascinating, multifaceted story. It had me laughing out loud at times, sighing to the delicious intimate scene and biting my knuckles through suspense and (at times very explicit) violence, torture and death. I was alternately rooting for and getting exasperated by the plucky heroine who just can't stay put, but somehow manages to survive all the hairy situations she finds herself in, thwarting the villain time and again. Add to that a sensuous lover, magic and time travel and you have a very engaging book. Can't wait for the sequel!.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
January 13, 2023
This was my first read by Alyssa Drake or Rebecca Hamilton, but it won't be my last!
I read the blurb several days before I started the book but had forgotten it. When I started reading I didn't know what to expect. After finishing the book, I had to go back and read the first few chapters again.
We're introduced to Beatrice, whose job is restoring paintings. A new customer (Edmund) comes in late in the day with an emergency job. He & Beatrice are attracted to each other, and he makes some mysterious comments to her which she doesn't seem to notice. They enjoy dinner together but don't expect anything to come of it because he's leaving town the next morning. I have a feeling this may be significant further into the series.
During her work on the painting Beatrice is transported back in time and meets Nicholas. The chemistry between them is undeniable and they put very little effort into fighting it.
The townspeople are on a mission to execute anyone "guilty" of witchcraft. The most adamant & persistent persecutor is Mr Peyton who seems to have a personal vendetta against Nicholas and his family. When a neighbor is murdered Peyton is more determined than ever to find evidence against Nicholas. Of course, Beatrice is smack in the middle of this, which puts her in danger from the villain, whoever he may be.
There are some elements present that aren't run-of-the-mill compared to other books I've read, such as hiding from the townspeople by being turned into a tree. I love the authors' creativity!
For those concerned about the explicitness of the book - there's no filthy language, only a few mild swear words. There are explicit sex scenes, but IMO not so graphic as to be classified erotica/smut.
If you are easily disturbed by darker elements, consider this your warning. There are a few scenes containing possible triggers, such as torture, attempted rape, mention of rape. I'm not easily disturbed but my emotions do run high and at one time I found myself crying for several minutes.
I enjoyed the book so much that I stayed awake until almost daylight reading it. I had only planned to read for a while before going to sleep but at the end of each chapter I found myself not ready to put it down. The book doesn't end on a dramatic cliffhanger, but the story definitely isn't finished.
I will definitely read the rest of the series as it comes out!.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I read the blurb several days before I started the book but had forgotten it. When I started reading I didn't know what to expect. After finishing the book, I had to go back and read the first few chapters again.
We're introduced to Beatrice, whose job is restoring paintings. A new customer (Edmund) comes in late in the day with an emergency job. He & Beatrice are attracted to each other, and he makes some mysterious comments to her which she doesn't seem to notice. They enjoy dinner together but don't expect anything to come of it because he's leaving town the next morning. I have a feeling this may be significant further into the series.
During her work on the painting Beatrice is transported back in time and meets Nicholas. The chemistry between them is undeniable and they put very little effort into fighting it.
The townspeople are on a mission to execute anyone "guilty" of witchcraft. The most adamant & persistent persecutor is Mr Peyton who seems to have a personal vendetta against Nicholas and his family. When a neighbor is murdered Peyton is more determined than ever to find evidence against Nicholas. Of course, Beatrice is smack in the middle of this, which puts her in danger from the villain, whoever he may be.
There are some elements present that aren't run-of-the-mill compared to other books I've read, such as hiding from the townspeople by being turned into a tree. I love the authors' creativity!
For those concerned about the explicitness of the book - there's no filthy language, only a few mild swear words. There are explicit sex scenes, but IMO not so graphic as to be classified erotica/smut.
If you are easily disturbed by darker elements, consider this your warning. There are a few scenes containing possible triggers, such as torture, attempted rape, mention of rape. I'm not easily disturbed but my emotions do run high and at one time I found myself crying for several minutes.
I enjoyed the book so much that I stayed awake until almost daylight reading it. I had only planned to read for a while before going to sleep but at the end of each chapter I found myself not ready to put it down. The book doesn't end on a dramatic cliffhanger, but the story definitely isn't finished.
I will definitely read the rest of the series as it comes out!.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
September 12, 2022
I haven’t read a lot of historical stories, for a few reasons, but every now and again one catches my eye, like this one did. It does get very dark at times, and if you are sensitive to torture, you might want to skim over anything that could upset you. I read quite a lot of dark stories, so I was fine, but I always try to warn readers if there’s anything I think someone might need to be prepared for.
The story is interesting, well written, funny and sad, and I will be looking out for the next one.
5 ⭐️s= Perfect story, exciting, engrossing, well developed complex characters, solid plot with few to no holes, descriptive environments and place settings, great mystery elements, realistic dialogue, believable reactions and behaviors, loved this story so much I’d buy it.
4 ⭐️s= Great story, highly entertaining and enjoyable, exciting storyline, well developed characters and settings, a few discrepancies but nothing that can’t be overlooked. Believable actions and reactions, realistic dialogue, a book I would consider buying.
3 ⭐️s= Good but not great story, noticeable discrepancies, grammatical and or spelling errors, undeveloped characters or unbelievable behaviors but still readable. Nothing majorly wrong with the story, just not interesting enough for me to continue. Would not buy the book.
2 ⭐️s= Not offended by the story, but not interested enough to finish. Unbelievable characters, poor writing, many mistakes, big holes or discrepancies, many spelling or grammatical errors, characters not believable, unlikeable or TSTL.
1 ⭐️= Offensive, extremely poor writing, horrible characters, victimization, gaslighting, blatant abuse, unnecessary violence, child endangerment, or any other highly objectionable behaviors by Main characters. Would never buy this book, and do not recommend it to anyone.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
The story is interesting, well written, funny and sad, and I will be looking out for the next one.
5 ⭐️s= Perfect story, exciting, engrossing, well developed complex characters, solid plot with few to no holes, descriptive environments and place settings, great mystery elements, realistic dialogue, believable reactions and behaviors, loved this story so much I’d buy it.
4 ⭐️s= Great story, highly entertaining and enjoyable, exciting storyline, well developed characters and settings, a few discrepancies but nothing that can’t be overlooked. Believable actions and reactions, realistic dialogue, a book I would consider buying.
3 ⭐️s= Good but not great story, noticeable discrepancies, grammatical and or spelling errors, undeveloped characters or unbelievable behaviors but still readable. Nothing majorly wrong with the story, just not interesting enough for me to continue. Would not buy the book.
2 ⭐️s= Not offended by the story, but not interested enough to finish. Unbelievable characters, poor writing, many mistakes, big holes or discrepancies, many spelling or grammatical errors, characters not believable, unlikeable or TSTL.
1 ⭐️= Offensive, extremely poor writing, horrible characters, victimization, gaslighting, blatant abuse, unnecessary violence, child endangerment, or any other highly objectionable behaviors by Main characters. Would never buy this book, and do not recommend it to anyone.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
September 10, 2022
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Even though the book is portrayed as a paranormal romance, the two main characters are fiery and passionate with each other. There is also a graphical and most disturbing side to it.
We start off with Beatrice, she works in a firm that restores paintings. One evening she is tasked to do an emergency painting reparation for Mr. Langley. While repairing, she gets sucked into the painting. Beatrice finds herself in another timeline and to her biggest shock, she finds the person who said died in 1604 next to her.
From the time she meets Mr. Peyton, a chilling cat and mouse game is unfolding. He is bent on getting Nicholas burned at the stake for witchcraft and everyone who is aiding and abetting him. But what is Mr. Peyton hiding?
The story has a romantic side to it when Beatrice gets swept off her feet by Nicholas. But it changes to the horrors of what torture awaits when accused of witchcraft. And the notion of how easy it is to manipulate people's minds into carrying out vile acts because they fear the unknown.
I am not a romantic person, as those romantic chapters were a bit boresome to me. The only reason I picked up this book is because of witchcraft and time travel. Nonetheless, the story was fluent and captivating enough to read to the end with some unexpected plot twists. I must say that some chapters made me quite sick and difficult to stomach. As I said some were quite violent and rather graphical.
Even though the book is portrayed as a paranormal romance, the two main characters are fiery and passionate with each other. There is also a graphical and most disturbing side to it.
We start off with Beatrice, she works in a firm that restores paintings. One evening she is tasked to do an emergency painting reparation for Mr. Langley. While repairing, she gets sucked into the painting. Beatrice finds herself in another timeline and to her biggest shock, she finds the person who said died in 1604 next to her.
From the time she meets Mr. Peyton, a chilling cat and mouse game is unfolding. He is bent on getting Nicholas burned at the stake for witchcraft and everyone who is aiding and abetting him. But what is Mr. Peyton hiding?
The story has a romantic side to it when Beatrice gets swept off her feet by Nicholas. But it changes to the horrors of what torture awaits when accused of witchcraft. And the notion of how easy it is to manipulate people's minds into carrying out vile acts because they fear the unknown.
I am not a romantic person, as those romantic chapters were a bit boresome to me. The only reason I picked up this book is because of witchcraft and time travel. Nonetheless, the story was fluent and captivating enough to read to the end with some unexpected plot twists. I must say that some chapters made me quite sick and difficult to stomach. As I said some were quite violent and rather graphical.
August 3, 2022
Timeless Magic was a really enjoyable tale, taking a modern woman and depositing her back into a time when anything different about a person could be interpreted as evidence of witchcraft - especially by the overly religious, righteous or those with hidden agendas. While Beatrice is initially unsure about Nicholas, she soon realises that he is someone she could love - if only threats to both their lives can be overcome.
The story increasingly reveals the complexity of all the characters and how they are bound together. Don't expect an HEA in this book though, as it ends with a cliffhanger and the promise of a second book in the series not too far away. But just remember, to never have been seduced is a terrible thing!.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
The story increasingly reveals the complexity of all the characters and how they are bound together. Don't expect an HEA in this book though, as it ends with a cliffhanger and the promise of a second book in the series not too far away. But just remember, to never have been seduced is a terrible thing!.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
September 2, 2022
This story blends different genres and it does it extremely well. It’s romance, scifi, a bit of action and adventure. A shy art restorer sent back in time falls in love with a wizard and is put in danger as any unusual behavior can get you burnt at the stake by the zealots of the time. Beatrice has a lot more courage than I expected as she survives both the shock of time travel and the persecution of a truly odious man. Nicholas is dashing, enigmatic and a dashing hero for our heroine. Take the trigger warnings seriously. Be prepared for a bit of a cliffhanger but also a happily for now ending. Good read definitely recommend!.
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September 5, 2022
WOW! This is some story! You will find, time travel, witchcraft, torture and deceit….as well as loyalty, love and sacrifice. This book eases you into the story and then takes off running…..literally. It is full of unexpected twists, horrific descriptions and characters that range from heartwarming to stomach turning. Every moment of joy is a temporary respite from the underlying terror permeating this tale. My heart was pumping, my stomach was in knots and I held my breath…..but one thing I did not, could not do, was put it down.
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September 23, 2022
Timeless Magic is a well written time travel romance with some interesting twists and turns. While restoring an old painting Beatrice gets pulled into a time when being accused of witchcraft wasn't a good thing. I loved the suspenseful storyline, the well developed characters, and the time travel aspect of this book. This is a captivating story filled with danger, suspense, witchcraft, mystery, romance, and unexpected twists that made this a great read. Timeless Magic is book one in the Spells From The Past series and I look forward to reading the rest of this series. I voluntarily reviewed a copy of this book.
September 4, 2022
Timeless Magic is an engaging read of mystery, time travel, secrets and suspense.
With a little romance and some surprising twists, the story of Conservator Beatrice and the adventure she is thrust into is an evenly paced narrative though the writing at times left me having to re-read passages as it felt a little disjointed and unclear.
Overall, a good story emerged that should please Paranormal Romance lovers.
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With a little romance and some surprising twists, the story of Conservator Beatrice and the adventure she is thrust into is an evenly paced narrative though the writing at times left me having to re-read passages as it felt a little disjointed and unclear.
Overall, a good story emerged that should please Paranormal Romance lovers.
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September 6, 2022
She is transported back in time, when it's dangerous to be accused of being a witch. Can she keep herself from those who would accuse her of it? I enjoyed this drama filled timetravel romance, but expect a bit of darkness due to the time this is set in for it's the time of the witch hunts and burning at the stake (and not all the people are nice). That being said it still is a fairly page turning kind of story, and I really enjoyed Beatrice and Nicholas' characters and story.
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September 12, 2022
Total unexpected treasure in this read. A story of the unexpected, the mysterious, suspenseful intrigue, touches of romance and time travel makes Beatrice and Nicholas story an absolute must read. The story and the details are different and not run of the mill. I was excited, emotional and invested and can’t wait for the next one.
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August 29, 2022
The characters and story that is developed with this time travel is amazing.
The restoration of a cursed painting transports a shy conservator back in time, trapping her in an alien world where she is accused of witchcraft; a crime punishable by death.
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The restoration of a cursed painting transports a shy conservator back in time, trapping her in an alien world where she is accused of witchcraft; a crime punishable by death.
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September 6, 2022
I am not a huge fan but of cliffhangers, and I like shorter books, however, even being 500 pages and a cliffhanger… I must admit the book held attention and was a good read. I am still waiting for the HEA though.
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September 6, 2022
Beatrice and Nicholas
A time travel, paranormal, action romance story of an art restorer and a sensuous mystery man. Can Beatrice trust Nicholas? Book one ends on a cliffhanger so look forward to more...
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A time travel, paranormal, action romance story of an art restorer and a sensuous mystery man. Can Beatrice trust Nicholas? Book one ends on a cliffhanger so look forward to more...
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September 10, 2022
I don't usually read paranormal romances, but I really loved this one even though parts of was rather violent and graphic in its depiction of torture. The characters were fascinating and really well written. A throughly good read.
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October 2, 2022
Beatrice is a restoration artist. When she is tasked with restoring an old painting overnight she never expects to be sucked back into time. She finds herself in 1604 and in the midst of witch trials. Lots of drama, romance and some paranormal splendor in this book. Excellent first in series book. I volunteered to read this book via booksprout.
September 7, 2022
I enjoyed this book so much. I felt the story itself was very unique for the time traveling genre. Definitely check it out.
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September 13, 2022
I really enjoyed this book!!! If you like historical romance, mysteries, and time travel this book is for you!!! This book will keep you turning the pages to find out what happens next!!! Read and enjoy!!!
September 14, 2022
It took me a little bit to get into this story, but I kept reading and it got better. This was my first time reading this author and I liked the story.
The characters were great, I enjoyed the read.
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The characters were great, I enjoyed the read.
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September 18, 2022
This was a great start to a new series. The character work and story line were well written and kept my attention from beginning to end. A job well done for these authors.
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September 24, 2022
This was a great book. I loved the characters and the idea. It even with a busy life is quite the page turner. Warning. You get an ending that leaves you wanting the next one. Right now.
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