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Irina Shapiro

    Deze auteur put uit een unieke achtergrond die het leven in Sovjet-Rusland en immigratie naar de Verenigde Staten omvat, en creëert verhalen die rijk zijn aan persoonlijke ervaringen. Zijn verhalen verweven vakkundig historische gebeurtenissen en de reislust, en bieden lezers een onderscheidend perspectief. De auteur doordrenkt zijn werk met kennis opgedaan door het navigeren door zeer uiteenlopende culturen en omgevingen. Een diepgewortelde passie voor geschiedenis en ontdekking voedt een boeiende literaire stem.

    Irina Shapiro
    Sins of Omission
    Wonderland
    The Forsaken (Echoes from the Past Book 4)
    Haunted Ground
    The Unforgiven (Echoes from the Past Book 3)
    The Hands of Time
    • The Hands of Time

      An unforgettable and emotional historical timeslip novel

      • 246bladzijden
      • 9 uur lezen
      5,0(1)Tarief

      In a quest for freedom, the protagonist seeks to break away from her confining life. As she embarks on a journey filled with unexpected challenges and self-discovery, she encounters new relationships that change her perspective. Themes of resilience and the pursuit of happiness are woven throughout, highlighting the importance of taking risks to find one's true self. The narrative explores the transformative power of adventure and the complexities of personal growth.

      The Hands of Time
    • 2014. Pregnant and alone, Dr. Quinn Allenby finds herself detained in New Orleans, tasked with obtaining footage for the finale of the Echoes from the Past series. As she delves deeper into the mystery of Madeline Besson, whose very existence seems to have been erased from history, Quinn finally gets closer to finding out the truth about her own psychic gift, and to a secret that had remained buried for over a century. As Quinn prepares to share Madeline’s story with the world, she fails to recognize the danger she’s walking into, and helpless to stop the chain of events her inquiries have set in motion.

      The Unforgiven (Echoes from the Past Book 3)
    • Haunted Ground

      • 356bladzijden
      • 13 uur lezen
      4,4(3)Tarief

      When American Lexi Maxwell buys a derelict mansion in a quaint English village and sets about turning it into a manor-house hotel, it's a dream come true. But, events take a turn for the bizarre, as a heartbroken ghost makes a nightly appearance and kneels beneath a tree next to a centuries-old ruin, and people in the village keep commenting on Lexi's resemblance to a woman who's been dead for a quarter of a century. As Lexi tries to find out more about the man in the ruin, she unexpectedly stumbles upon secrets from her own past - secrets that threaten to destroy everything she's come to believe and hold dear. As Lexi struggles to put the pieces of the puzzle together she's drawn deeper into the mystery, and can only rely on the man she's come to have deep feelings for - a man who's battling his own demons.

      Haunted Ground
    • 2014. When skeletal remains are unearthed at her husband's ancestral home, Dr. Quinn Allenby must use her psychic gift to discover what led to Gabe's ancestor's secret burial in an unmarked grave. As Quinn bridges the centuries with the help of a warrior's sword and an amber rosary buried with the skeleton, she stumbles upon a secret about her own past that will cast a new light on everything she's been told about her birth and set her on a quest to discover the truth. 1461. Novice Catherine Dancy is forced to leave Holystone Priory when her father summons her home, but when she stops to help a dying knight after the massacre at Towton field, she alters the course of her life forever, and sets off a chain of events that lead to heartbreak and betrayal.

      The Forsaken (Echoes from the Past Book 4)
    • Wonderland

      A totally gripping and emotional historical timeslip novel

      • 348bladzijden
      • 13 uur lezen
      4,0(1)Tarief

      A sweeping romance unfolds over three centuries, exploring the enduring power of love amidst unforeseen challenges. The narrative delves into the complexities of relationships and the impact of time, as characters navigate obstacles that threaten their connection. Themes of passion, sacrifice, and resilience are intricately woven throughout, highlighting the struggle to maintain love against the odds. The story promises to captivate readers with its emotional depth and historical richness.

      Wonderland
    • Sins of Omission

      An utterly addictive historical time-travel novel

      • 404bladzijden
      • 15 uur lezen
      4,0(2)Tarief

      The story revolves around characters seeking a fresh start while grappling with the shadows of their past. As they attempt to build new lives, they must confront an old enemy that threatens their newfound peace. Themes of resilience, the impact of past traumas, and the struggle for redemption are central to their journey, highlighting the complexities of moving forward when history looms large.

      Sins of Omission
    • The Passage

      A completely unforgettable page-turner full of mystery and emotion

      • 410bladzijden
      • 15 uur lezen
      3,7(7)Tarief

      Exploring the connection between past experiences and future possibilities, the narrative delves into a protagonist's journey of self-discovery. As she unravels the mysteries of her history, she confronts challenges that shape her identity and choices. The story emphasizes themes of memory, resilience, and the impact of heritage on personal growth, ultimately suggesting that understanding one’s past is crucial for forging a fulfilling future.

      The Passage
    • 1665. When Elise de Lesseps is sold in marriage to Lord Edward Asher, she resolves to be an obedient and dutiful wife, until, on their wedding night, she finds out exactly what her husband has in store for her. His request leaves her feeling shocked and humiliated, but being his chattel, she has no right to refuse. The consequences of that night seal Elise's fate, and set her on a path that will lead to heartbreak and tragedy. 2013. Renowned archeologist, Dr. Quinn Allenby has a gift; she can see into the past when holding an object that belonged to the dead. When asked to host a BBC series called "Echoes from the Past," Quinn uses her gift to find out what really happened to the 17th century couple known only as "The Lovers," and unwittingly stumbles onto the secret of her own birth.

      The Lovers (Echoes from the Past Book 1)
    • A Game of Shadows

      A totally unforgettable historical time-travel novel

      • 410bladzijden
      • 15 uur lezen

      Can she keep her family safe?Devoted wife and mother Valerie Whitfield is torn between two centuries. Born in twentieth-century America, Valerie once believed her adventuring days were over when she settled down with her husband, Alec, in colonial Virginia. But when her grown-up children become embroiled in dangerous affairs, Valerie faces unimaginable challenges.Her beloved daughter, Louisa, has fallen in love with a dashing rogue and now knows a secret that could ruin her and tear the family apart. Meanwhile Valerie’s son, Finn, is risking his life as a spy in the American Revolution, a war that Valerie knows will shape the course of history – but which could also claim the lives of those she holds most dear.Valerie faces a terrible should she use her knowledge of the future to try to protect her children, even if it means altering the course of history? Can she find a way to reconcile her modern sensibilities with the harsh realities of seventeenth-century life? And through it all, can she be true to herself and her own heart’s desires?

      A Game of Shadows
    • The Ties that Bind

      An emotional and addictive historical timeslip novel

      • 476bladzijden
      • 17 uur lezen

      Can her gift light the way in her family’s darkest moment?Ever since following her sister into the past, Louisa Sheridan’s world has been torn between two centuries. As a woman out of time, she has found love and family in colonial Virginia with her husband, Kit, and their children. But this life is threatened when Kit falls deathly ill, and Louisa faces an impossible try to treat him with the resources available, or risk a journey back to the twenty-first century.As her extended family faces turmoil and challenges in their own lives, Louisa turns to her beloved sister, Valerie, for help. While Kit hovers between life and death, Louisa prays that her family’s gift will be the answer. But as each minute slips away, will the gap in time bring salvation for her family, or will they be torn apart forever…?

      The Ties that Bind