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The Map of Time

Félix J. Palma (2011)

SubgenreHigh Fantasy
Age groupAdult 18+
Content ratingR
Pages (Chunky (400-600))
Setting
CSM age18+
Goodreads3.39

Content levels

ViolenceStrong
Sexual contentMild
LanguageMild

Protagonist archetypes

Multiple POVs

Synopsis

London, 1896. Andrew Harrington's lover Marie Kelly was murdered by Jack the Ripper and he longs to turn back the clock and save her. Meanwhile, Claire Haggerty, forever being matched with men her family considers suitable, yearns for a time when she can be free to love whom she chooses. As their quests converge, it becomes clear that time is the problem--to escape it or to change it. Hidden in the attic of popular author--and noted scientific speculator--H.G. Wells is a machine that might offer them the hope they need!

The Map of Time: content & age rating

Intended for adult readers (18+).

This Victorian-era time travel fantasy references Jack the Ripper's murders including the death of a protagonist's lover. The premise involves trying to undo or escape violent historical events through time manipulation.

What to know going in

This book has strong violence, mild sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include murder, death, death of a loved one, and grief.

Who'll love this

Adults who love Victorian London, H.G. Wells, and stories about bending time to fix the past will be captivated by this multi-threaded time-travel mystery.

Tags

Historical FantasyScience FictionSteampunkLiterary FantasyTime Travel Romance