Smart and original

I've only just finished A Gift of Time, and I'm still sorting through my feelings about the ending. I'm positive, though, that the overall book is one of the most enjoyable things I've read (or listened to) for a very long time. The story is compelling and original, the science is fun, the characters are believable and endearing. I confess that it took me a chapter or two to appreciate the narration, but in the end I found the cadence and tone of Christopher Lane's voice -- with it's many excellent characterizations -- to be the perfect fit for Jerry Merritt's beautiful exploration of time, space, humanity, love and redemption. I just wish there were other works by this author on Audible.

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One of the BEST stories ever!!!!

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

The story line held me from the start to the finish and I was sad to have the book end. Well written, well thought out, the plot twists and turns were excellent and I did not see them coming. Just a wonderful book. This is the first review I have written on this site which speaks to how much I enjoyed this book.

Who was your favorite character and why?

I loved them all!

Have you listened to any of Christopher Lane’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

His reading was very well done.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

When people of earth were given a chance to leave. The line about people who give more than they take vs people who take more than they give. Fits in today I think.

Any additional comments?

Well done!!!!

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Great book!!

If you like time travel and the movie “stand by me” your going to love it. If not you’ll probably still love it.
I don’t know how these authors come up with this stuff. I guess I’ll just say thank you and please keep it up. I’ve never enjoyed extra traffic and being stuck in my car so much!!

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The Gift of Time is a Gift!

I have struck gold with my last two audio books based around time travel. First there was ‘Fata Morgana’ and now there is ‘A Gift of Time’. Everything I said about Fata Morgana holds true with this one. The value for money just in terms of dollar per hour listening is excellent (over 11 hours long). The narration is excellent. I sped the narration up to 1.25x speed simply because I was so eager to listen to the story. However, what provides the greatest value is simply the story line! It is total amazballs as we aussies would say!

The blurb does a good job at summarising a story which has more twist and turns than a cheap garden hose. I found myself constantly being surprised the development in the story. I liked how the author took some time to explain some of the problems with time travel… problems which other authors tend to ignore. Everything in the story just adds to the great character development. Not only was the character development great but Jerry Merritt just seemed to know how much tension I can handle in a story.

I enjoyed this one immensely and I will be keeping an eye out for any other titles from the author.

This fast fat man is giving this one the full works – Two thumbs up with a very big and long Fonzie ‘heeeeeeey’ with a smile that says ‘I am like a monkey with a new banana!’

PS. I should mention that normal services will return shortly… I will return to reviewing zombie genre very soon.

PPS. Some people have tracked me on the good old inter webs and asked if I receive free copies of the titles I review, or if I get paid for reviews. I can say beyond any shadow of doubt, the answer is no I have not. Some authors have offered, but I have said no.

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Nicely sorts out most of the details...

I like the characterizations and the story. I got a little weary at the end while the author tried to wrap things up, resolve some arcs and make an extra point. The long-held problems with stories about time travel are nicely handled and don't interfere with this novel. Recommended.

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Magnificent!

One of the best ever, not just year! An EPIC, sprawling, complex, fascinating and powerful piece, brilliantly brought to life by Christopher Lane in his best performance to date.
I can't say enough about this offering.
It touches all your senses, it touches all of life and is truly a work that defies definition.

Get it and I KNOW you will enjoy it. Most highly recommended book of the year so far.

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Wonderful

Excellent book. I got it as an audiobook so I could listen to it during my 75 mile drive to work. I made the mistake of starting it at home and finishing it in a day.

The narrator was good too. I like the way the narrator voiced Ell, abut like a female Hal.

Lots of interesting turns, a story of redemption, clever situations, and humorous observations.

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Time Travel for those who don't like Time Travel

This story is just amazing.
I found myself questioning the main characters motives.
I thought he was a heartless jerk at times.
He's not.
Thought provoking.
Great Ending!
I don't care for time travel stories, but I took a chance on this one.
I'm very glad I did. I highly recommend this story.

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Just Lovely....

While not a literary scholar, this is perhaps one of the top 5 Sci-fi and in particular time travel books ever. I am so glad I got this on audible as the narration is just spectacular. If you like time travel, then I urge you to get this book. You will not be disappointed.

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Classic time travel with a modern twist

worth the credit. just when you think the story is concluded it socks you in the gut with a new twist.one of the better time travel stories in recent memory.

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