7 out of 10 Muddy Crowns
Make no mistake about this book, it is a character drama
through and through. If you want a sci-fi thriller you’d be happier picking up
a Crichton novel. It’s a story of time travel, self discovery, complicated
relationships and difficult life-altering decisions.
The story follows a teenage girl, Kate, as she time travels
to stop her grandfather from altering events that have devastating
consequences. Keeping up with the altering time lines is great fun. The
historical accuracy that Walker
gives to the story line is colorful and enticing. The contrast between time
periods was written beautifully and with enough detail to allow the reader to
see and experience the past through the 21st century protagonist’s eyes. Rysa particularly
shines as she immerses you in the 1893 World’s Fair.
Though the characters were well developed, I found it hard
to connect to Kate. Reading the story from her point of view was sometimes off
putting as I wanted more than her inner dialogue and teenage notions. I’m not
judging too harshly as I believe the book is probably quite popular to its key
demographic (teenage girls). I also would have preferred a little more of a
scientific explanation of time travel and CHRONOS. I’m still holding out hope
that a sequel will answer more of those questions.
Still not sure if this is the right novel for you? It has
even more to offer! The meaty plot of time travel, love and loss is laced with
a potent anti-religious undertone that leaves the reader asking deep and
profound questions. This, much to my delight, was an unexpected bonus. The
villain in this story uses his knowledge and time traveling ability to go back
in time to create his own religion, not only changing the lives of his family,
but of the world. All in all, I’ve found Timebound to be a hearty and
satisfying novel indeed.
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