Review: one of my absolute favorites
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 02 26, 2012
Being that I just finished this book today and am still basking in the afterglow, I may gush a little here, but other than the numerous editorial errors throughout, this was one of the best books I have ever read.  So good, that I still gave it 5 stars despite the editorial gaffes.I love the concept of romance blended with time travel, but sometimes I am reluctant to pick up another time travel book, thinking I will compare it to the Outlander series, and worrying I will be disappointed. Not the case here- this is so different than what I consider the "standard" time travel romance. Not only does the story take place entirely in current times, it focuses on the challenges of what would happen to someone from the past figuring out the intricacies of current technology and culture, the details of trying to "blend in," and keeping one's time travel origins from being exposed. It was both endearing and humbling. I loved the scenes with Robert's incessant questions about how things worked, when he took the phone apart, and when he became frustrated when Kathleen could not explain something. I loved how they both initially doubted each other, and how they came to the realization of their situation. This seemed very realistic, and I appreciated a time travel story that blended realism with such an "out there" concept. Much more challenging than the concept of a current time traveler blending into the past - where it may be less traumatic to blend into a life we already know something about.  Robert was at a distinct disadvantage, and it made for a delightfully interesting story.Refreshingly, there is no graphic sex. I read a lot of historical romance, so I am exposed to many authors who feel the inclusion of titillating detail is essential to the story. While not one to wax prudish (I appreciate the titillation now and then...), it was refreshing to "feel the love" without having to be in the bedroom with the H and h - much like Susanna Kearsley's style. I think it takes a special author to convey breathless romance without that level of graphic detail.There is so much more I could say- the story is incredibly remarkable. I loved the author's style- found myself chuckling many times, and found myself gasping at the end, and near tears. This is a truly timeless love story, so for the romanticist at heart, this is the one.RainyCityReader- thanks for the suggestion!