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Synopsis
Gwyneth Shepherd's sophisticated, beautiful cousin Charlotte has been prepared her entire life for traveling through time. But unexpectedly, it is Gwyneth, who in the middle of class takes a sudden spin to a different era! Gwyneth must now unearth the mystery of why her mother would lie about her birth date to ward off suspicion about her ability, brush up on her history, and work with Gideon--the time traveler from a similarly gifted family that passes the gene through its male line, and whose presence becomes, in time, less insufferable and more essential. Together, Gwyneth and Gideon journey through time to discover who, in the 18th century and in contemporary London, they can trust.
Is Ruby Red appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 13 and up.
A clean YA time-travel fantasy with mystery and slow-burn romance. Contains mild peril and family deception but no graphic content, violence, or sexual situations beyond developing feelings.
What to know going in
This book has mild violence, mild sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include deception.
Who'll love this
Teens will enjoy the mystery of time travel, discovering hidden abilities, and a romance that grows from annoyance to something more.