Review of As Time Unfolds
Posted: 07 Dec 2021, 03:16
[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "As Time Unfolds" by Barbara Zerfoss.]
Bethany Miller lives her life a quarter-mile at a time. She has put all her energy into building B. R. Miller Advertising from scratch and is preparing for the next level of expansion towards her target of global coverage. This pursuit has sent her and her team into the heart of Costa Rica on a crucial assignment. This is where she encounters her first mystery, which will haunt her for some time. She is yet to solve the mystery behind those haunting eyes when something even stranger presents itself on her front desk. She has an opportunity to get answers to questions that have been left unanswered for almost her entire life. A mysterious note, a styled butterfly pendant, and a public document will serve as the invitation Bethany seeks. New beginnings beckon; will she take the bait?
As Time Unfolds has a dual storyline. Readers expecting the usual romantic words on paper will be pleasantly surprised to find some suspense conveniently nestled in the book. The primary character finds herself embarking on a journey of self-discovery.
I am particularly pleased with the effort Barbara Zerfoss put into building the romantic side of the story. It does not stand out as exceptional. However, what it lacks in spice and drama is more than adequately made up for with the unique twists in the story. The extent of information and effort put into the historical aspects of the book are also another pleasant factor. Selah's story, in particular, is a masterstroke. The way it is detailed in the journal expertly fits into the prevailing situation during that period.
For an adorable book, I am somewhat disappointed with its concluding chapters. It feels like the author is trying to push in so much information within those final chapters. For a book that paid slightly more than passing attention to "those eyes" throughout the majority of the novel, it feels like the ending is rushed such that it fits into the storyline almost like an afterthought. I reckon other readers may have a different view of this. Therefore, I'm not going to penalize the book because of this slight disappointment.
Lovers of the romance genre will be quickly drawn to this novel. It's not your classic boy-meets-girl tale. However, the author's unique style of interplaying between all the parties involved is quite fetching. There's just enough suspense in this novel to attract the average crime and mystery novel follower.
Barbara Zerfoss tells an exciting story that only a few of her contemporaries can replicate. Her work is error-free, and the linguistic style is appealing. I have a minor subjective issue regarding the book's last few chapters. However, I'll still rate it 4 out of 4 stars.
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As Time Unfolds
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Bethany Miller lives her life a quarter-mile at a time. She has put all her energy into building B. R. Miller Advertising from scratch and is preparing for the next level of expansion towards her target of global coverage. This pursuit has sent her and her team into the heart of Costa Rica on a crucial assignment. This is where she encounters her first mystery, which will haunt her for some time. She is yet to solve the mystery behind those haunting eyes when something even stranger presents itself on her front desk. She has an opportunity to get answers to questions that have been left unanswered for almost her entire life. A mysterious note, a styled butterfly pendant, and a public document will serve as the invitation Bethany seeks. New beginnings beckon; will she take the bait?
As Time Unfolds has a dual storyline. Readers expecting the usual romantic words on paper will be pleasantly surprised to find some suspense conveniently nestled in the book. The primary character finds herself embarking on a journey of self-discovery.
I am particularly pleased with the effort Barbara Zerfoss put into building the romantic side of the story. It does not stand out as exceptional. However, what it lacks in spice and drama is more than adequately made up for with the unique twists in the story. The extent of information and effort put into the historical aspects of the book are also another pleasant factor. Selah's story, in particular, is a masterstroke. The way it is detailed in the journal expertly fits into the prevailing situation during that period.
For an adorable book, I am somewhat disappointed with its concluding chapters. It feels like the author is trying to push in so much information within those final chapters. For a book that paid slightly more than passing attention to "those eyes" throughout the majority of the novel, it feels like the ending is rushed such that it fits into the storyline almost like an afterthought. I reckon other readers may have a different view of this. Therefore, I'm not going to penalize the book because of this slight disappointment.
Lovers of the romance genre will be quickly drawn to this novel. It's not your classic boy-meets-girl tale. However, the author's unique style of interplaying between all the parties involved is quite fetching. There's just enough suspense in this novel to attract the average crime and mystery novel follower.
Barbara Zerfoss tells an exciting story that only a few of her contemporaries can replicate. Her work is error-free, and the linguistic style is appealing. I have a minor subjective issue regarding the book's last few chapters. However, I'll still rate it 4 out of 4 stars.
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As Time Unfolds
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon
