Synopses & Reviews
In this entertaining and thought-provoking novel, a thirty-something woman wakes up one day to discover her long-lost love has come back to life. But is this new reality truly the answer to her hearts desires?
Despite her great life in New York City as a prestigious book editor, Meade Peterson cant shake the heartache of losing her high school sweetheart. Fifteen years after his death, she still thinks about all the things—love, family, happiness—shell never have, now that Daniels gone. That is, until a new man, Tanner, enters Meades life and brings her the kind of joy she hasnt experienced in years. Shes torn, though, over whether she can bear giving her heart away again. Taking time to reflect, Meade returns to her hometown of Austin for what should be a relaxing visit—but instead, she becomes the victim of a violent crime.
Upon waking from her real-life Texas nightmare, Meade finds herself in another world where she doesnt recognize anything, until she realizes the man in bed beside her isnt a stranger—its Daniel. Meade has awakened into an alternate existence where Daniel is very much alive, and has been part of her life for the past fifteen years.
Meade cant believe her good fortune—shes finally experiencing the life shes always wanted! Or is she? As Meade quickly learns, if one thing in your life changes, nothing else may stay the same. And now shes forced to face the question: Is what shes gained worth what shes destined to lose?
About the Author
A former high school English teacher and school counselor, Kelly Bennett Seiler has written articles for such websites as eHow and Livestrong, in addition to creating questions for nationally standardized exams. She’s been featured in Woman’s Day magazine and was on the cover of Military Spouse magazine. Kelly has edited numerous books, including a New York Times bestseller. She received both her Bachelor’s degree and her Master’s degree in English from Bucknell University in Pennsylvania. Shifting Time is her first novel. A native of New Jersey, Kelly currently lives in Austin, Texas, with her husband and three children.