An interesting, thought provoking read that really conveyed the emotions of the people involved and the struggles that they faced. If I had a criticism I would have like some more backstory or history

This book was three stars for me. While I appreciate the emphasis on the strength of love, I would’ve liked to learn more about the events leading up to imprisonment. That piece seemed to be glossed over, and that’s why I knocked off a couple stars. And with their background and journey, that matters. I’m big on character development and I believe including more on the offense and how they mentally got their would’ve helped with that portion.

I did not enjoy this book, and I’ve been struggling in how to articulate why. I believe this couple was given a platform to share the true injustices with our prison system and even the racial injustices they have witnessed and experienced. However, their story felt incredibly centered around themselves as the victims, instead of shedding light and truth. It made me sad and frustrated.

I abandoned ship on this one at the 50% mark.
I already know how it ends, and am happy for this family to be reunited; just didn’t want to waste any more time reading about it.
The actual incident that landed the married couple in prison, armed robbery, was barely covered, and even then in broad terms, before moving on to describe how wronged they were by the entire correctional institution.
Don’t get me wrong: I do agree that our prison system is a mess, that people of color are blatantly mistreated, and that major overhaul is needed. But before even getting to that part of their story, I wanted some real soul-searching, deep-digging reflection on why two entrepreneurs, one with multiple college degrees, and with young children waiting at home, mutually agree that holding up a bank at gunpoint is a good way to make ends meet.
The fact that this was glossed over means the rest of their preachy, sanctimonious testimony holds little sway.
Thanks to #netgalley and #bakerbooks for this #arc of #time Time: The Untold Story of the Live That Held Us Together When Incarceration Kept Us Apart in exchange for an honest review.

If you've ever been someone who questioned whether or not love is enough to make it through hardship, trauma, and the separation of incarceration then you should read Time by Fox Richardson and Rob Richardson.

Book Quote:

"Part of the healing journey for both of us has been about doing our best to make space for each other's vulnerability. But also making sure we stay grounded together in the things that matter. We pray together and dream together. We do our social justice work with an eye on helping other families begin their own journey toward healing."

Rob and Fox fell in love when they were teens and while mistakes were made their love and commitment to one another never wavered. This book is both their testimony and a glaring account of the impact incarceration has on the family unit and one's own sense of humanity. Rob and Fox are blessed to have had each other, a deep sense of loyalty, and a community of support around them when it mattered the most. As a mother myself I was heartbroken to read the experience Fox had when trying to enroll in prison programs that would grant her an ability to be reunited with her children. I found myself relieved at her ability to advocate on her own behalf in order to get the work release needed to earn an income in order to eventually make that possible. While Fox and Rob tell their story in intersecting narratives their five children are most definitely centered in this retelling. The determination to see the family reunited is what motivated the strength of spirit both partners displayed in many ways.

Time is a heart wrenching, emotional story shared between Rob and Fox Richardson. As they retell their journey that includes robbing a bank, going to prison and the trials and victories experienced along the way, they draw the reader into their personal story. It’s an amazing testimony of love, patience, perseverance and God’s providence even in the midst of deep challenges.

If you've ever been someone who questioned whether or not love is enough to make it through hardship, trauma, and the separation of incarceration then you should read Time by Fox Richardson and Rob Richardson.

Book Quote:

"Part of the healing journey for both of us has been about doing our best to make space for each other's vulnerability. But also making sure we stay grounded together in the things that matter. We pray together and dream together. We do our social justice work with an eye on helping other families begin their own journey toward healing."

Rob and Fox fell in love when they were teens and while mistakes were made their love and commitment to one another never wavered. This book is both their testimony and a glaring account of the impact incarceration has on the family unit and one's own sense of humanity. Rob and Fox are blessed to have had each other, a deep sense of loyalty, and a community of support around them when it mattered the most. As a mother myself I was heartbroken to read the experience Fox had when trying to enroll in prison programs that would grant her an ability to be reunited with her children. I found myself relieved at her ability to advocate on her own behalf in order to get the work release needed to earn an income in order to eventually make that possible. While Fox and Rob tell their story in intersecting narratives their five children are most definitely centered in this retelling. The determination to see the family reunited is what motivated the strength of spirit both partners displayed in many ways.

Thank you to the author and publisher for the e-arc copy!