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The River of No Return

Bee Ridgway
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The River of No Return

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2013

Book Brief

Bee Ridgway

The River of No Return

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2013
Book Details
Pages

464

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Various Locations • 19th century

Theme
Publication Year

2013

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The River of No Return by Bee Ridgway, a debut novel blending science fiction, historical fiction, and Regency romance, tells the story of Lord Nicholas Falcott, a time traveler from 1812 who wakes in 2003. Stranded and unable to return, he yearns for his past life until summoned by the Guild to navigate time's fraying fabric and reconnect with Julia Percy, who possesses a secret ability to manipulate time, leading them on a journey through love and danger.

Mysterious

Adventurous

Romantic

Suspenseful

Fantastical

Reviews & Readership

3.9

6,875 ratings

61%

Loved it

27%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The River of No Return by Bee Ridgway has been praised for its imaginative plot and well-developed characters. Reviewers appreciate its blend of time travel, romance, and historical detail. However, some critiques mention a slow pace and occasional confusion with the storyline. Overall, it offers a compelling read for fans of genre-blending fiction.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The River of No Return?

Fans of time-travel adventures, historical fiction, and romance will revel in Bee Ridgway's The River of No Return. This novel, akin to Diana Gabaldon's Outlander and Audrey Niffenegger's The Time Traveler's Wife, captivates those who appreciate intricate plots blending past and future.

3.9

6,875 ratings

61%

Loved it

27%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

464

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Various Locations • 19th century

Theme
Publication Year

2013

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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