Would you want to experience: A Rip Through Time (by Kelley Armstrong)

A Rip Through Time is the first in a series. If you enjoy this one, The Poisoner’s Ring is also out now.

This book is a bit different from my usual reads. In some ways, it brings the Outlander series to mind (although I have not read most of those books). What they have in common is a main character who goes from the present into a full life in an earlier period.

In this novel, a Canadian detective, Mallory, travels to Scotland in order to see her dying grandmother. In a way that can only happen in fiction, Mallory travels through time and finds herself in the body of Catriona, a maid in an 1869 household.

What ensues involves mystery, and murder. Will Mallory be able to make use of her skills from both lives to bring someone to justice? Read this one to find out. Along the way, enjoy a visit to Edinburgh in an earlier time and watch Mallory’s relationship with a certain Dr. Gray. All in all, an entertaining read.

Many thanks to NetGalley and St. Martin’s Press for this title. All opinions are my own.

This title was published in 2022.

Editorial Reviews

Review

Advance Praise for A Rip Through Time

“Armstrong builds an intense, intricately plotted mystery in this series debut.” ―Library Journal (starred and boxed review)

“[A] clever time-traveling thriller.” ―Kirkus Reviews

“Readers will eagerly anticipate future installments.” ―Publishers Weekly

“A promising start to a new series.” ―Booklist

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3 thoughts on “Would you want to experience: A Rip Through Time (by Kelley Armstrong)”

Oh this sounds super interesting. Plus I love time travel in a book. It’s always so fun. I like that the main character does it to see her dying grandma. Plus you said the second book is out which is always a plus!

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