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Providence Falls #3
Thief of Fate
If he truly loves her, he'll break her heart
When Liam O'Connor stole Cora McLeod from her destined soul mate, Finley Walsh, in 1844, he changed the course of history. Now Liam has been given three months to set things right, but he has failed to reunite Cora and Finn. And with time running out, things are looking worse than ever.
As the three investigate a murder case together, they are caught in a devilish love triangle. Finn has always loved Cora. She has finally realized she wants Liam. And Liam knows he has no choice but to push Cora away if he has any hope of avoiding eternal damnation. The angels have made it clear--balance must be restored.
As Liam tries desperately to make amends, he realizes his actions in the past have put them all in grave danger. And, once again, someone will pay the ultimate price.
The powerful conclusion to the Providence Falls series
Providence Falls
Book 1: Chance of a Lifetime by Jude Deveraux and Tara Sheets
Book 2: An Impossible Promise by Jude Deveraux and Tara Sheets
Book 3: Thief of Fate by Jude Deveraux
Book 3: Thief of Fate by Jude Deveraux and Tara Sheets
When Liam O'Connor stole Cora McLeod from her destined soul mate, Finley Walsh, in 1844, he changed the course of history. Now Liam has been given three months to set things right, but he has failed to reunite Cora and Finn. And with time running out, things are looking worse than ever.
As the three investigate a murder case together, they are caught in a devilish love triangle. Finn has always loved Cora. She has finally realized she wants Liam. And Liam knows he has no choice but to push Cora away if he has any hope of avoiding eternal damnation. The angels have made it clear--balance must be restored.
As Liam tries desperately to make amends, he realizes his actions in the past have put them all in grave danger. And, once again, someone will pay the ultimate price.
The powerful conclusion to the Providence Falls series
Providence Falls
Book 1: Chance of a Lifetime by Jude Deveraux and Tara Sheets
Book 2: An Impossible Promise by Jude Deveraux and Tara Sheets
Book 3: Thief of Fate by Jude Deveraux
Book 3: Thief of Fate by Jude Deveraux and Tara Sheets
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First published October 25, 2022
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About the author
Jude Deveraux
199 books7,048 followersJude Gilliam was born September 20, 1947 in Fairdale, Kentucky. She has a large extended family and is the elder sister of four brothers. She attended Murray State University and received a degree in Art. In 1967, Jude married and took her husband's surname of White, but four years later they divorced. For years, she worked as 5th-grade teacher.
She began writing in 1976, and published her first book, The Enchanted Land (1977) under the name Jude Deveraux. Following the publication of her first novel, she resigned her teaching position. Now, she is the author of 31 New York Times bestsellers.
Jude won readers' hearts with the epic Velvet series, which revolves around the lives of the Montgomery family's irresistible men. Jude's early books are set largely in 15th- and 16th-century England; in them her fierce, impassioned protagonists find themselves in the midst of blood feuds and wars. Her heroines are equally scrappy -- medieval Scarlett O'Haras who often have a low regard for the men who eventually win them over. They're fighters, certainly, but they're also beauties who are preoccupied with survival and family preservation.
Jude has also stepped outside her milieu, with mixed results. Her James River trilogy (River Lady, Lost Lady, and Counterfeit Lady) is set mostly in post-Revolution America; the popular, softer-edged Twin of Fire/Twin of Ice moves to 19th-century Colorado and introduces another hunky-man clan, the Taggerts.
Deveraux manages to evoke a strong and convincing atmosphere for each of her books, but her dialogue and characters are as familiar as a modern-day soap opera's. "Historicals seem to be all I'm capable of," Jude once said in an interview, referring to a now out-of-print attempt at contemporary fiction, 1982's Casa Grande. "I don't want to write family sagas or occult books, and I have no intention of again trying to ruin the contemporary market." Still, Jude did later attempt modern-day romances, such as the lighthearted High Tide (her first murder caper), the contemporary female friendship story The Summerhouse, and the time-traveling Knight in Shining Armor. In fact, with 2002's The Mulberry Tree, Deveraux seems to be getting more comfortable setting stories in the present, which is a good thing, since the fans she won with her historical books are eager to follow her into the future.
Jude married Claude White, who she later divorced in 1993. Around the same time she met Mohammed Montassir with whom she had a son, Sam Alexander Montassir, in 1997. On Oct. 6th, 2005, Sam died at the age of eight in a motorcycle accident.
Jude has lived in several countries and all over the United States. She currently lives in Charlotte, North Carolina and has an additional home in the medieval city of Badolato, Italy.
She began writing in 1976, and published her first book, The Enchanted Land (1977) under the name Jude Deveraux. Following the publication of her first novel, she resigned her teaching position. Now, she is the author of 31 New York Times bestsellers.
Jude won readers' hearts with the epic Velvet series, which revolves around the lives of the Montgomery family's irresistible men. Jude's early books are set largely in 15th- and 16th-century England; in them her fierce, impassioned protagonists find themselves in the midst of blood feuds and wars. Her heroines are equally scrappy -- medieval Scarlett O'Haras who often have a low regard for the men who eventually win them over. They're fighters, certainly, but they're also beauties who are preoccupied with survival and family preservation.
Jude has also stepped outside her milieu, with mixed results. Her James River trilogy (River Lady, Lost Lady, and Counterfeit Lady) is set mostly in post-Revolution America; the popular, softer-edged Twin of Fire/Twin of Ice moves to 19th-century Colorado and introduces another hunky-man clan, the Taggerts.
Deveraux manages to evoke a strong and convincing atmosphere for each of her books, but her dialogue and characters are as familiar as a modern-day soap opera's. "Historicals seem to be all I'm capable of," Jude once said in an interview, referring to a now out-of-print attempt at contemporary fiction, 1982's Casa Grande. "I don't want to write family sagas or occult books, and I have no intention of again trying to ruin the contemporary market." Still, Jude did later attempt modern-day romances, such as the lighthearted High Tide (her first murder caper), the contemporary female friendship story The Summerhouse, and the time-traveling Knight in Shining Armor. In fact, with 2002's The Mulberry Tree, Deveraux seems to be getting more comfortable setting stories in the present, which is a good thing, since the fans she won with her historical books are eager to follow her into the future.
Jude married Claude White, who she later divorced in 1993. Around the same time she met Mohammed Montassir with whom she had a son, Sam Alexander Montassir, in 1997. On Oct. 6th, 2005, Sam died at the age of eight in a motorcycle accident.
Jude has lived in several countries and all over the United States. She currently lives in Charlotte, North Carolina and has an additional home in the medieval city of Badolato, Italy.
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September 1, 2025
Sooo, am I the only one who kinda wants Finn to get a book? I'd love for this series (or its potential spinoff) to get more because so far we only had .
Anyway, I'm satisfied with how it ended, I didn't see the mystery portion of it coming though, I'd been convinced the killer was . And that scene where they learned who it really was, I was still suspicious. I don't remember any clues, apart from one, in this book. Maybe I missed them.
I think the romance/chemistry should've been a lot stronger, because it definitely wasn't what carried this series. We finally started to see some of it in the present near the end of the read, which is a shame. I'm afraid my desire for more past chapters wasn't quite fulfilled either, but it is what it is.
I must echo a couple of statements I've seen, about this not needing to be a trilogy. It could've been one 500 - 600 page standalone, there was no need to split it up into three parts.
At least I can go watch the movies now, hurray!!
Anyway, I'm satisfied with how it ended, I didn't see the mystery portion of it coming though, I'd been convinced the killer was . And that scene where they learned who it really was, I was still suspicious. I don't remember any clues, apart from one, in this book. Maybe I missed them.
I think the romance/chemistry should've been a lot stronger, because it definitely wasn't what carried this series. We finally started to see some of it in the present near the end of the read, which is a shame. I'm afraid my desire for more past chapters wasn't quite fulfilled either, but it is what it is.
I must echo a couple of statements I've seen, about this not needing to be a trilogy. It could've been one 500 - 600 page standalone, there was no need to split it up into three parts.
At least I can go watch the movies now, hurray!!
December 23, 2022
Well, this series is not for everyone. I am glad I finished the trilogy even if it was very light. There may have been crimes, and bad guys, but it still seemed tamer than a cozy mystery. I may sound critical, which is weird, because I did like it. I did hope for more sexual chemistry between our leads, but I did like the overall storyline with the murders and police searching. (However, that last bit about Finn was a little too much.)
January 22, 2023
2.5 ⭐️
This. Trilogy. Should. Have. Been. One. Book.
This. Trilogy. Should. Have. Been. One. Book.
April 12, 2024
Well this series was boring. It really had potential as a concept but fell short. I want to read the same book written by someone else. Perhaps someone else could have made enough happen to be worth 3 separate books to tell this overall simplistic story. Even if not, it could have been more interesting. The mystery was silly. The romance was silly. I only finished this book because I had already invested so much time and wanted to see what happened.
December 15, 2022
Probably a 3.5. Pure cheese and wish fulfillment with a speculative slant, I've really enjoyed the escapism this series has provided. If there's a spin-off, I'll read it.
September 8, 2022
Jude Deveraux and Tara Sheets brings us the end of the Providence Falls series with the story of Liam and his quest. He was never supposed to end up with Cora all those centuries ago. Cora was supposed to be with Finley. Because of his interference, the fates of history has been changed. Liam has three weeks to right his wrongs. With all three working together to solve a case in this lifetime, will Liam be successful in bringing Finn and Cora together, or is he doomed to repeat the same mistake again?
Ms. Deveraux and Ms. Sheets brings us the conclusion to this series with Liam trying to correct the wrongs from centuries past. As we maneuver through the myriad of feelings from all three characters, whose love will be returned fully? We get to go with these three as they are on the hunt for a killer and what happens as they get closer to their prey. Between Liam trying to get Cora and Finn together and their quest to solve a case, you keep turning the page to see what happens next. Before you know it, you have reached the end of the story and the series and want to keep reading about their lives. I look forward to reading more from these authors.
I received and read an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own. I would like to thank NetGalley and Harlequin Trade Publishing, MIRA for this privilege.
Ms. Deveraux and Ms. Sheets brings us the conclusion to this series with Liam trying to correct the wrongs from centuries past. As we maneuver through the myriad of feelings from all three characters, whose love will be returned fully? We get to go with these three as they are on the hunt for a killer and what happens as they get closer to their prey. Between Liam trying to get Cora and Finn together and their quest to solve a case, you keep turning the page to see what happens next. Before you know it, you have reached the end of the story and the series and want to keep reading about their lives. I look forward to reading more from these authors.
I received and read an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own. I would like to thank NetGalley and Harlequin Trade Publishing, MIRA for this privilege.
August 23, 2023
3.5 stars.
Who doesn't need an easy romance in their life from time to time? I know I do. And that's just what this last book in the Providence Falls trilogy was. Cora, Liam & Finn all had a great friendship chemistry and had me smiling when they interacted. I enjoyed the build up to the action toward the end. And the sweetness of the actually ending was cavity inducing.
Who doesn't need an easy romance in their life from time to time? I know I do. And that's just what this last book in the Providence Falls trilogy was. Cora, Liam & Finn all had a great friendship chemistry and had me smiling when they interacted. I enjoyed the build up to the action toward the end. And the sweetness of the actually ending was cavity inducing.
November 8, 2023
I've been a big Jude Deveraux fan since I "discovered" her in 1980 with The Black Lyon and never stopped auto-buying her books. She's just what you need to step away from your regular day-to-day life.
This one was kind of flat. Not her best ever, but not bad. I just never warmed up to any of the characters but it was still just what I needed to read at this time.
This one was kind of flat. Not her best ever, but not bad. I just never warmed up to any of the characters but it was still just what I needed to read at this time.
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November 28, 2022good series
September 11, 2025
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May 9, 2023
#60 in 2023
Well, this series was better off as a standalone book. Book 2 and 3 were sooo unnecessary.
I kind of lost track of their romance with the whole drama /murder that I didn't care about.
The ending was just... Convenient.
It's sad cause the idea is brilliant, but the execution and the length made me resent it in the end.
Well, this series was better off as a standalone book. Book 2 and 3 were sooo unnecessary.
I kind of lost track of their romance with the whole drama /murder that I didn't care about.
The ending was just... Convenient.
It's sad cause the idea is brilliant, but the execution and the length made me resent it in the end.
August 22, 2022
This book has a little bit of everything. Murder, romance, time travel and angels. I felt the book dragged a little as Liam went through so much turmoil. It says that this is the conclusion to the series but the ending left me thinking there will be at least another book.
November 28, 2022
Thief of Fate is the third and final book in the Providence Falls series. This trilogy is a time travel series, where Liam and Cora were in love centuries ago, but were not meant to be. It is now the present and Cora is a police officer, who is supposed to end up with Finn. Liam has been sent to the present to bring them together. Each book in the trilogy ended in a cliffhanger that did not make me happy, but it was worth the wait as the conclusion was wonderful. It is important to note that this series should be read in order to get the most out of the story.
Liam and Cora are partners in the police department and are working with Finn a local lawyer to solve a murder and get to the bottom of what they believe is police corruption. The more they work together, the harder it is for Liam to resist his feelings for Cora, but he must, or risk eternal damnation according to the Angels. The love triangle is interesting, and although I am not a fan of that, it moved the plot of this book along in a wonderful way. There was little of everything in this book, murder, danger, love, and mystery that kept me reading and listening. There were a couple of twists and wow, that ending! I don't want to spoil it, so I will just say, I enjoyed the plot, loved the characters and am hoping the Jude Deveraux and Tara Sheets will bring us more about Finn. Maybe a spinoff?? The audiobook was narrated by Susan Bennett and she does a good job with all aspects of the story. She gives the characters unique voices, adding expression and tone to evoke emotion from the characters. I enjoyed listening to this one and recommend this series.
Liam and Cora are partners in the police department and are working with Finn a local lawyer to solve a murder and get to the bottom of what they believe is police corruption. The more they work together, the harder it is for Liam to resist his feelings for Cora, but he must, or risk eternal damnation according to the Angels. The love triangle is interesting, and although I am not a fan of that, it moved the plot of this book along in a wonderful way. There was little of everything in this book, murder, danger, love, and mystery that kept me reading and listening. There were a couple of twists and wow, that ending! I don't want to spoil it, so I will just say, I enjoyed the plot, loved the characters and am hoping the Jude Deveraux and Tara Sheets will bring us more about Finn. Maybe a spinoff?? The audiobook was narrated by Susan Bennett and she does a good job with all aspects of the story. She gives the characters unique voices, adding expression and tone to evoke emotion from the characters. I enjoyed listening to this one and recommend this series.
November 20, 2022
Although I loved the book, it bothered me that Liam's "sin" was considered worse than Boyd's "sins." Didn't make sense. Boyd was spared hell because he didn't "intend to kill Margaret." Okay. But Liam hadn't killed anyone at all, but yet the things that Boyd had done was much worse than what Liam had done. Boyd may not have murdered anyone, but he framed Liam-his best friend-and betrayed him getting him executed! Besides, though Boyd had never killed anyone, he never cared if someone would or could get hurt, but Liam had a conscience and though Liam had enjoyed the excitement of committing crimes, he mostly got into it to save his sister's family from starving. Boyd's actions were purely for greed. I would think the Almighty would be more fair and just. And he didn't intentionally mean to change destiny; he didn't "steal" Cora ,she chose him. I gave the book a 4* review because I really enjoyed it despite its flaws, but if they had half star ratings I would have given it a 3 1/2 *.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
February 16, 2023
I just want to say that I’m a huge fan of Jude Deveraux. Normally her books are a 5⭐️ for me. I enjoyed the beginning of this series but couldn’t get into the final installment☹️.
Liam O’Connor wasn’t supposed to fall in love with Cora McLeod. She was already destined for another-Finley Walsh. His decision changed history and now he’s been given a chance to fix his mistake in just 3 months.
The love triangle is prevalent as they investigate a murder case. Finn loves Cora but she loves Liam and he has no choice but to deny his feelings for her and push her away. The consequences could be dire! Will he be able to do it?
Thanks to the author, publisher and NetGalley for the advance copy in exchange for an honest review.
May 10, 2024
Finally, we have the conclusion we’ve been waiting over 2 years for and oh what a satisfying one it was. I’m one of the fortunate few who was given the opportunity to learn the fate of Liam O’Connor, Cora McLeod and Finley Walsh well before the actual publication date. Did I like the 3-book, cliff-hanger format? Absolutely not! Was it worth the wait! Most definitely!
I will provide a full review shortly.
I am thankful to Mira (Harlequin) and NetGalley for giving me the advanced copy in exchange for an honest review. Opinions expressed are completely my own.
I will provide a full review shortly.
I am thankful to Mira (Harlequin) and NetGalley for giving me the advanced copy in exchange for an honest review. Opinions expressed are completely my own.
November 27, 2022
I'm a big fan of Tara Sheets writing and her quirky sense of humor. She's wasted on this series.
I read the first one, skipped #2, and decided to give #3 a try. Started reading, rolled my eyes, started skimming, more eye rolling...
It's a romance novel, so we know where we're going to land. And the "mystery" isn't compelling enough to merit a trilogy.
borrowed via Overdrive
I read the first one, skipped #2, and decided to give #3 a try. Started reading, rolled my eyes, started skimming, more eye rolling...
It's a romance novel, so we know where we're going to land. And the "mystery" isn't compelling enough to merit a trilogy.
borrowed via Overdrive
April 14, 2023
I love angel stories. Unfortunately I was not aware this was a trilogy. I was a bit lost in the beginning but have checked out the first two books from the library. Excellent ending and without revealing any spoilers I truly believe it is in everyone's best interest to continue this storyline with Finn.
September 22, 2023
I’m a big Jude Deveraux fan but this trilogy missed the mark. I’ll forgive her since she wasn’t the only author on this book.
This book was too wordy, predictable and not a good storyline. I don’t think these should’ve been a trilogy and I didn’t feel the chemistry between Liam and Cora.
This book was too wordy, predictable and not a good storyline. I don’t think these should’ve been a trilogy and I didn’t feel the chemistry between Liam and Cora.
June 19, 2023
I had Beene cited for this book but by the time it finally came out I had a hard time getting back into the story. I almost didn’t finish a few times as it felt like it should have wrapped up after the first two books.
November 12, 2022
Could have been written with 100 words or less. Not impressed
November 6, 2023
I struggled with this one. My attention wasn’t captured until the end unfortunately.
October 4, 2024
I listened to this book on mp3 in my car.
This book is not only a romance, but also the third in a series. After reading this last book in the series, I have no desire to read the preceding two.
Like all romances, this one is filled with disagreements caused by one party not understanding the motives of the other. In this case, Liam has been summoned by the angels to get Finn together with Cora. They are supposed to have a wonder child who saves mankind from its own doom. But Cora is attracted to Liam and Liam is attracted to Cora, as they were lovers in a past life in Ireland.
Liam of course cannot tell Cora why he rebuffs her advances. This leads to boring pages of exposition by the snubbed party wondering what is going on. Liam meanwhile bores us with his angst as he is torn between loving Cora and giving her to Finn.
Liam also has a timeline given by the angels to accomplish this task.
The core of the story is that Liam and Cora are police officers trying to solve some murders. I enjoyed this part of the story as it became a whodunit.
I also liked the supposition that cats are able to walk between heaven and earth.
By definition, romances are supposed to have a happy ending. So you can guess where this ends up, although who is with who is up for grabs.
This is another book as well that never knows when to end. I kept thinking, is this finally it and the story just dragged along. Maybe this is satisfying to some readers.
This book had enough interesting pieces to overcome the sappy and overly dramatic romantic elements. So I gave it an average rating.
This book is not only a romance, but also the third in a series. After reading this last book in the series, I have no desire to read the preceding two.
Like all romances, this one is filled with disagreements caused by one party not understanding the motives of the other. In this case, Liam has been summoned by the angels to get Finn together with Cora. They are supposed to have a wonder child who saves mankind from its own doom. But Cora is attracted to Liam and Liam is attracted to Cora, as they were lovers in a past life in Ireland.
Liam of course cannot tell Cora why he rebuffs her advances. This leads to boring pages of exposition by the snubbed party wondering what is going on. Liam meanwhile bores us with his angst as he is torn between loving Cora and giving her to Finn.
Liam also has a timeline given by the angels to accomplish this task.
The core of the story is that Liam and Cora are police officers trying to solve some murders. I enjoyed this part of the story as it became a whodunit.
I also liked the supposition that cats are able to walk between heaven and earth.
By definition, romances are supposed to have a happy ending. So you can guess where this ends up, although who is with who is up for grabs.
This is another book as well that never knows when to end. I kept thinking, is this finally it and the story just dragged along. Maybe this is satisfying to some readers.
This book had enough interesting pieces to overcome the sappy and overly dramatic romantic elements. So I gave it an average rating.
April 28, 2025
Update 2025 - I am leaving this 3 star review for all 3 books in this series. They cannot be read independently of one another and you should read them back-to-back. I feel it’s only fair to review them as one as they really should have been published as one long tome. Otherwise, my original review of 2 stars is below.
2020 -
Well, to be honest, it was better than I expected BUT it is the first in a series. Not just a series like like the Medlars or the Velvets where is segues from one story to the next. This one literally just... STOPPED! They are in the middle of a murder investigation and they didn't even solve the crime. Literally it just stopped and NOTHING was wrapped up. It was a cliffhanger. I got towards the end and turned a page and it said "Epilogue" and I was like WHAT??? An epilogue ties up the ending and we're in the middle. I don't know who's idea that was but it was the WORST and now I'm just annoyed😠 There isn't even a title or publication date for the 2nd book so who knows how long we have to wait to finish the story. I would have given 3 stars but lowering to 2 because of the TERRIBLE way they broke up the story.
2020 -
Well, to be honest, it was better than I expected BUT it is the first in a series. Not just a series like like the Medlars or the Velvets where is segues from one story to the next. This one literally just... STOPPED! They are in the middle of a murder investigation and they didn't even solve the crime. Literally it just stopped and NOTHING was wrapped up. It was a cliffhanger. I got towards the end and turned a page and it said "Epilogue" and I was like WHAT??? An epilogue ties up the ending and we're in the middle. I don't know who's idea that was but it was the WORST and now I'm just annoyed😠 There isn't even a title or publication date for the 2nd book so who knows how long we have to wait to finish the story. I would have given 3 stars but lowering to 2 because of the TERRIBLE way they broke up the story.
October 9, 2022
Thief of Fate by Jude Deveraux and Tara Sheets is a beautifully written story. I had not read the other two books in the series and I still loved this one. It reminded me of a classic Jude Deveraux where the character are destined to be together, like soulmates.
Liam in an effort to save the world is trying to get Cora to fall in love with Finn. Finn is a great guy but Cora is drawn to Liam. Cora finally figures out that Liam feels the chemistry between them too. They are both police officers working a murder case. The villain is obvious, but it was still a great story.
I highly recommend this book if you are a fan of swoon worthy romance. This is a story I will re-read.
Sexual content - I just remember one physical scene with very few details. The romance is swoon worthy but not much physical in the book.
Violence - they are working a murder mystery so there are some deaths
Drinking - there is a scene where she drinks to much wine.
Language - only a handful uses of the word D@mn
Liam in an effort to save the world is trying to get Cora to fall in love with Finn. Finn is a great guy but Cora is drawn to Liam. Cora finally figures out that Liam feels the chemistry between them too. They are both police officers working a murder case. The villain is obvious, but it was still a great story.
I highly recommend this book if you are a fan of swoon worthy romance. This is a story I will re-read.
Sexual content - I just remember one physical scene with very few details. The romance is swoon worthy but not much physical in the book.
Violence - they are working a murder mystery so there are some deaths
Drinking - there is a scene where she drinks to much wine.
Language - only a handful uses of the word D@mn
June 23, 2024
I loved the dichotomy of Liam’s emotions and the task given him. This made the story so interesting, so though I loved the sweet ending, I think the story would be more unique and interesting had Cora ended up with Finn instead. I am more of a Finn fan myself, though Liam changed so much over the series and was much more selfless by the end. Still, Finn seemed like the better catch to me. I was a bit disappointed he didn’t get the girl.
The mystery plot was a little predictable, but the action was exciting, and the “bad guys” were interesting.
I was confused about why Boyd was given another chance while Liam wasn’t; however, if you think about God’s Sovereignty, you could say the whole situation was divinely designed to help Liam learn what he needed to. I don’t think that was the idea the author was going for, but that’s how I make it sensible in my head.
This story had such a wacky, goofy theory of the spiritual world, but it was fun to read nevertheless.
There was one steamy scene, but it was not long and could easily be skipped.
The mystery plot was a little predictable, but the action was exciting, and the “bad guys” were interesting.
I was confused about why Boyd was given another chance while Liam wasn’t; however, if you think about God’s Sovereignty, you could say the whole situation was divinely designed to help Liam learn what he needed to. I don’t think that was the idea the author was going for, but that’s how I make it sensible in my head.
This story had such a wacky, goofy theory of the spiritual world, but it was fun to read nevertheless.
There was one steamy scene, but it was not long and could easily be skipped.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
July 16, 2025
I am absolutely in love with this series! Thief of Fate had everything I’ve come to adore from Jude Deveraux — romance, time travel, unforgettable characters, and just the right touch of mystery. I was completely invested in every twist and turn.
I loved all the characters, and the emotional depth in this book really stood out. I’ll admit, I was heartbroken when Finn died. Even though I secretly hoped Liam would end up with Cora, I didn’t want that to come at Finn’s expense. But then came the epilogue — when the angels talk about Finn being a great angel and finding his true love — and that moment made it all okay. It felt like a promise that his story isn’t over, and he definitely deserves his happy ending.
A beautifully written and satisfying conclusion to the Providence Falls trilogy. Definitely worth the read!
I loved all the characters, and the emotional depth in this book really stood out. I’ll admit, I was heartbroken when Finn died. Even though I secretly hoped Liam would end up with Cora, I didn’t want that to come at Finn’s expense. But then came the epilogue — when the angels talk about Finn being a great angel and finding his true love — and that moment made it all okay. It felt like a promise that his story isn’t over, and he definitely deserves his happy ending.
A beautifully written and satisfying conclusion to the Providence Falls trilogy. Definitely worth the read!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
January 27, 2023
I have not read the first two books in this trilogy and I wish I had. Still the book was good to read. This series is a time travel series. I did not get that at first.
Liam O'Connor, Cora McLeod and Finn Walsh are investigating a murder. Liam and Cora are police officers and Finn is a lawyer. They suspect police corruption.
In the past Liam and Cora ended up together but that should not have happened. Cora was supposed to be with Finn. Evidently the fate of history was changed due to the interference of Liam centuries ago. Liam has been brought to the present to bring Cora and Finn together. He has three weeks to right his wrong. But Liam's love for Cora keeps getting in the way.
Now I need to go back and read the series from the beginning!
Liam O'Connor, Cora McLeod and Finn Walsh are investigating a murder. Liam and Cora are police officers and Finn is a lawyer. They suspect police corruption.
In the past Liam and Cora ended up together but that should not have happened. Cora was supposed to be with Finn. Evidently the fate of history was changed due to the interference of Liam centuries ago. Liam has been brought to the present to bring Cora and Finn together. He has three weeks to right his wrong. But Liam's love for Cora keeps getting in the way.
Now I need to go back and read the series from the beginning!
February 6, 2024
A precious, past-life romance. Liam is in his third and final month to connect Finn with Cora. In addition, Cora, Finn, and Lioam are still working to close the murder and theft case revolving around the biker club.
This is, by far, the best title in the series. This series is really a single story split across three books. It seems unlikely this title would make as much sense without the two previous titles. The case and love story come to spectacular ends in this title. However, the prologue alludes to a potential future, largely independent, story.
Entertaining. Happily Ever After. Romantic. Scary. Steamy. Tragic. Unpredictable. Whimsical. Wonderful characters.
I received a review copy of this book from a third party. This is my honest review.
This is, by far, the best title in the series. This series is really a single story split across three books. It seems unlikely this title would make as much sense without the two previous titles. The case and love story come to spectacular ends in this title. However, the prologue alludes to a potential future, largely independent, story.
Entertaining. Happily Ever After. Romantic. Scary. Steamy. Tragic. Unpredictable. Whimsical. Wonderful characters.
I received a review copy of this book from a third party. This is my honest review.
December 20, 2022
The trilogy concludes satisfactorily with Thief of Fate. It's not ideal by any means, as I have several quibbles with the series, most notably the inconsistent narrative approach, which sadly throws off the pacing. The "changing fate" storyline is fascinating, and the characters are endearing enough to keep me turning the pages. I would add that it became far too predictable in the latter half, and I correctly predicted the ending before reading it. Nonetheless, I enjoyed reading the Providence Falls Trilogy and would suggest it to other readers searching for something unique and different to read. ╌★★★½✰
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