A review by samthebookdevotee
A Rip Through Time by Kelley Armstrong

adventurous challenging dark mysterious reflective tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.25

 

I really liked Kelley Armstrong's books when I was younger so when I found out about this book, I made sure to request it from the library immediately. I was definitely not disappointed. I will admit the book started a little slow for me, but I could feel myself getting sucked in the more I read.

I liked Mallory a lot. I enjoyed how quick she was to catch on and that she didn't spend a lot of her time moping around. I mean I would be if I was taken to the past. I liked that she was determined and a woman of action. It was interesting seeing her trying to navigate Catriona's life. The only thing I really disliked was that she was put into a 19-year-olds body even though she was thirty in her time. I think it's a bit weird, especially when there is a hint at romance between her and Dr. Gray. I mean yeah you can try to excuse it because mentally she's older and technically she's an adult, but she's referenced to as a young girl throughout the book so it's a bit creepy for me. She couldn't have been at least in her mid-twenties? Otherwise, I have no complaints about Mallory.

I also really liked Dr. Gray. I enjoyed his personality and quirks. I also like that he tries to make up for his mistakes and that he notices he's messed up on his own without someone having to tell him. I am very excited to see how his relationship (professional and romantic) with Mallory progresses in the next book. Isla was also a really fun character. She made the book a little more lighthearted despite the serious topic. I enjoyed seeing her take part in the investigation and working with Mallory. I hope she has more of a role as well in the next book.

Overall, if you're looking for an interesting time-traveling mystery, then this is the book for you. I don't read a lot of mysteries but I loved this and plan on purchasing my own copy. I'm already sad that I cannot read the next book right away.