Next Time, by Randy Brown, masterfully blends science fiction and romance, delivering a thrilling tale of time travel and true love. Set in modern-day America, spanning from 2010 to the present day and beyond, the novel introduces us to William, a mild-mannered history professor. His life takes an extraordinary turn when he meets Miriam, the love of his life, sprawled on the ground outside his lecture hall. Miriam spins a wild tale of time travel, revealing that since puberty, she has been spontaneously disappearing and reappearing in the future, living her life in snatches across the past 1000 years. What unfolds is a gripping adventure as William gets to know Miriam, and they fall in love despite her unpredictable leaps through time.

This book is thoroughly enjoyable with its convincingly constructed plot exploring original and unique ideas with finesse. Both Miriam and William are well-written characters, and their dialogue feels natural and well-crafted. I found myself relating to them and rooting for their story to have a happy outcome.

One of the highlights of the book is its exploration of time travel, seamlessly combining this extraordinary concept with the more mundane themes of everyday life. At its core, the story is a classic romance where pure love conquers all obstacles, including misunderstandings, old flames, and dodging government agents. The pacing of the story is well-executed, with a good flow that kept me glued to the book until the end. The balance between action and emotion is skillfully maintained, making the narrative both engaging and heartfelt.

Next Time is a cleverly constructed novel that strikes the right chord between action and emotion, making it a compelling read for fans of both science fiction and romance.

Pages: 329 | ASIN : B0D1YJQYLD