Synopses & Reviews
What if the first day of your relationship was the only day you had?
Seventeen-year-old Sara is a seeker. She's always on the lookout for the perfect moment to capture with her ever-present camera, especially on her first trip to New York City.
Sam is a finder. He has a knack for finding what other people can't, whether it's a first-edition book or the last two tickets to a sold-out Broadway show. In New York, there is always something interesting to find.
When Sam and Sara cross paths, neither one of them is prepared for what they will find out about each other—and about themselves. Forming an unlikely partnership in search of an elusive work of art, they're racing against time to set things right for everyone. Did fate bring their talents together for a reason, or will this one day be both a hello and a good-bye?
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"A tense and believable romance. Sam and Sara’s searching, thoughtful conversations form the heart of this story about letting go of the past and gaining the freedom to become an artist."—Publishers Weekly
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"Teens who appreciate more romantic fiction will love the instant spark Sam and Sara feel toward each other as well as the rewarding ending. . . . The subtlety and liveliness she brings to her characters, as well as the lovely themes about relationships make for a sensitive young-adult novel."—
ForeWord ReviewsReview
"[A] sweet and bubbly romance...[it] is beyond adorable! An enchanting book."—Ally Condie, author of the New York Times bestselling Matched trilogy
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"In a time when copycats abound, Mangum has created a unique story with interesting characters and an intriguing plot. And because Hourglass centers on relationships, fantastical elements feel believable rather than, well, fantastical."—Deseret News
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“Give yourself time to read them because once you begin, you won’t be able to stop!”—Holly Newton, Meridian Magazine
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"The Hourglass Door has everything: a heroine who is genuine, strong, and lovable; an interesting and compelling love story; gorgeous language, fast pacing, and an intricate and exciting plot. For readers who have been waiting for the next book to sweep them off their feet-this is it."—Ally Condie, New York Times bestselling author
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Benjamin Franklin Gold Medal Teen Fiction
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Young Adult Book of the Year Gold Award—
ForeWord Reviews
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"Mangum's book flowed smoothly and effortlessly and led me through a tale I'll not soon forget."---teensreadtoo.com, 5-star rating, Gold Star Award
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"Fans of Stephenie Meyer’s books might be the audience for this supernatural, tortured romance. The plot takes an intriguing turn when it is revealed that Dante was an apprentice to Leonardo da Vinci and helped him build one of his inventions: a time machine."—
BooklistReview
"Alone for one day in New York City while her dad is in meetings, Sara feels dejected and abandoned. Then she chances upon Sam, whose knack for “trading up” to get what he needs enchants her...Naturally, while all of this is going on, Sara and Sam trade bits of their stories, too. The New York backdrop for Sam and Sara’s 24-hour adventure is one full of art and energy and promise. But even in a city where anything can happen, Sam and Sara can’t escape the reality of their pasts, leaving their futures—and the book’s finish—open-ended. This emotional realism grounds the fantastical day and gives heft to the story. Fans of Maureen Johnson and the Cohn-Levithan collaborations will find this vibrant story satisfying."—Booklist
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The hourglass door has closed behind Dante, sending him
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The second book in the Hourglass Door trilogy. Dante was unlike anyone Abby had ever met. Now he's gone, and Abby will do anything to get him back . . .
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The only way to rescue the future is to alter the past.
When Abby stepped through the hourglass door, leaving her beloved Dante blind and bleeding on the other side, it was in full faith that she could find a way to repair the damage to the river of time and restore him—as well as her family. It was a desperate chance that seemed worth taking.
But Zo had other plans.
Now Abby is trapped in a full-fledged battle for her own mind and life and heart. Even worse, Zo's evil intent reaches beyond simple revenge against her and Dante. The whole world is in danger of collapsing unless Abby can summon her courage and undertake a journey that will lead her beyond the origins of the hourglass door.
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The bank is eroding. The barriers are thinning. And time is running out.
The hourglass door has closed behind Dante, sending him back in time to hunt down Zo, Tony, and V. Although giving him up was the hardest test she ever faced, Abby knows that Dante is the only one who can stop the others from destroying time itself. But almost immediately, things start to change, and Abby’s worst fears are realized when Zo begins targeting her past specifically.
With each new change that ripples into her present, Abby’s life continues to spiral out of control. Her relationships with Jason, Natalie, and even her family are threatened to the breaking point. Zo’s power is greater than Abby ever imagined. Will her love for Dante be enough to turn the tide?
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His past. Her future. Can love bring them together in time?
Abby's senior year of high school is going according to plan: good friends, cute boyfriend, and college applications in the mail. But when Dante Alexander, foreign-exchange student from Italy, steps into her life, he turns it upside down. He's mysterious, and interesting, and unlike anyone she's ever met before. Abby can't deny the growing attraction she feels for him. Nor can she deny the unusual things that seem to happen when Dante is around. Soon Abby finds herself drawn into a mystery whose roots reach into sixteenth-century Florence, and she uncovers a dangerous truth that threatens not only her future but the lives of those she loves.
About the Author
Lisa Mangum has worked with books ever since elementary school, when she volunteered at the school library during recess. She worked in a bookstore while attending the University of Utah, graduating with honors with a degree in English. In addition to her writing career she works as a book publishing professional.