Review: Ripples in Time

At long last the wait is over! Kendra Donovan is back in “Ripples in Time.” In this sixth book in the series, where a 21st century American FBI agent has been transported to the early 19th century, Kendra and a cast of supporting characters work to discover who shot the Earl of Craymore in the back and find the mysterious and VERY large diamond he was carrying at the time. After discovering Craymore has been visiting his sister at a nearby asylum before he was shot, Kendra is confronted with the barbaric treatment of women who were committed by husbands, fathers, uncles, and, in this case, brothers. When another body shows up, this time on the grounds of the asylum, Kendra knows the deaths are connected and the killer will stop at nothing to get what they want. 

I read the first five books in the series two years ago and wanted more. This sixth installment was worth the wait. The cast of characters, including her “guardian” the Duke of Aldridge and her fiance, Alec, is delightful. Kendra is still viewed as an odd creature because of her involvement in solving murders and her strong opinions, but she is learning to adjust to 19th century living. There are times though where Kendra still chafes at the restrictions imposed upon her by society. She is horrified by the treatment of women who dare to step outside of society’s expectations, but is encouraged to find constructive ways to help bring about reform. 

This book is great for readers who like time travel stories, Regency era mysteries, and mysteries in general.