Do reviewers make a difference when recommending a book? They absolutely do for me. I have so many fellow reviewers that I trust so when several of them mention a book and rave over it, I'm going to pick it up and read it. That's what happened with this book. It popped up multiple times in my reading circles and everyone was gushing over it. I knew I had to pick it up. Plus, the combination of genres was just too enticing to me.

Historical Fiction. Time Travel. Romance. Sounds like a good mash up, right? This book had me hooked from the very start. It's a fascinating concept with Maggie living in three alternate time periods. It's like three stories in one, three lives in one. I liked that it didn't hurt my head to try to figure out the time travel aspect and Maggie was such an easy character to like. I was so invested in which pathway she was going to choose. There were some surprises along the way and I always like that too.

Every time I had to put this book down, I was thinking about it and wishing I was back reading it. I love when books have a powerful pull like that. This is actually book two. I didn't read book one but I had absolutely no problems with anything. From what I understand, this book may be a spoiler for the previous book and it's characters though. I will be going back to read that one and I will be following this new to me author and reading whatever comes next. LOVE!!

Content: peril, kissing. Some Christian elements (mention of God and praying, faith)

- I received a complimentary copy of this book via NetGalley. All opinions expressed are my own.

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to live at the start of the American Civil War, Pearl Harbor, and most of us already know what is was like the horrific day of September 11, 2001? Maggie experiences all three time periods and must choose which one to remain in at the start of her 21st birthday. ⁣
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You know I’m in. I couldn’t wait for my physical copy, so I read on the kindle (thanks to Bethany House )and listened to the audiobook. A complete binge read!

Wow! That is my one-word summary after reading In this Moment by Gabrielle Meyer. If you haven't read Ms. Meyer's incredible books about time crossing, than prepare to be astounded! I thoroughly enjoy the unique intrigue that Ms. Meyer brings to this book with three different time periods, but I also greatly appreciated how Ms. Meyer captured the ordinary and unique challenges, stresses, and decisions that her heroine faced. You may think that a book set in three different time periods would be confusing and full of discord, but Ms. Meyer artfully wove these three historic times into one harmonized plot.
Maggie lives a very unique life as a time crosser. When Maggie goes to sleep at night, she wakes up in a different time, living three lives each set in a different era in 1861, 1941, and 2001. Maggie has seen nearly 60 years worth of living in her young twenty year old body, but on her twenty-first birthday she must choose only one of her three lives to remain in. In her 1861 life, Margaret Wakefield is a senator's daughter in the nation's capitol on the edge of Civil War. She finds her purpose in helping the sick and injured, even though it isn't socially acceptable for a young unmarried woman In 1941 Maggie Hollingsworth is a nurse serving with her sister in D.C. soon to transfer to Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. She has a loving supportive family, familiar with her inherited time crossing ability. In 2001 Meg Clarke is a medical student prodigy, learning from the best in the nation's capitol. She has the opportunity to learn how to best help those who are sick and injured in ways well advanced beyond her other two times.
Maggie has vowed to not let herself fall in love or enter any romantic entanglements until she makes her final decision, but eligible and intriguing men in each time period make that decision very complicated. Can Maggie live in each time period, each with its horrors and tragedies without giving away what she knows of the outcome or her secret? Which life will Maggie choose? Will she find love for herself or will her life purpose be found in her service to others? Read this excellent work by Ms. Meyer to find out for yourself!
If I had to choose my favorite historic times, I would choose World War II, the Civil War, and World War I. The fact that In this Moment brings the World War II and Civil War eras alongside the early 2000s is brilliant and nearly bursts my nerdy heart. I appreciated the deep historic context that Ms. Meyer brought to In this Moment which made the readers feel like they were actually walking through the streets of Washington D.C. during 1861, 1941, and 2001.
The characters of In this Moment were incredibly well-crafted, making them easily loved by the readers. I especially was drawn to each of Maggie's family members, especially those who were aware of her time-crossing and her different lives. The love and advice from her family and friends was refreshing and full of sacrificial love. The romantic interests of Maggie in each time period were intriguing, mysterious, and unique. I had my favorite scenes that I may have re-read a time or two ;) , but I think that Ms. Meyer did an excellent job of keeping the plot full of surprise, mystery, completely unexpected plot twists, as well as an ending that will leave you waiting for the next book. In this Moment is a truly excellent work and I am extremely excited to read the following book in Ms. Meyer's outstanding series. Happy readings!
Disclaimer: Bethany House Publishers graciously provided me with a copy of this book through NetGalley. All opinions are my own and part of an unbiased review.

In This Moment is book two in the Timeless series. I read book one, When the Day Comes, last month and then *immediately* began the sequel because I was totally and completely hooked! These books are both 5 star reads for me and will land on my 2023 favorites list. I would *highly recommend* reading When the Day Comes before In This Moment.

Maggie is a time-croser living each day in three different timelines - 1861, 1941, and 2001. It’s such a fascinating concept to see US history through the eyes of Maggie in each of these pivotal moments for the country. I especially loved to see how she was able to use her abilities as a healer in each of the timeframes. I am so incredibly impressed with the way the author weaves together these stories and the ending of this book has me desperate for book 3!!

Read for:
• A story you will NOT want to put down
• Fascinating look at US history
• Time travel done in a very unique way
• A strong female MC
• Christian faith elements
• Love triangle that will keep you guessing

This is an amazing book. Gabrielle Meyer had me from the first page to the last. I would love to read a follow up of this book to see how the characters play out further down the road. This book has it all. Romance, trials, friendship, historical events, heartache and heartwarming. Must read. I was given an advanced reader copy by NetGalley and I am freely leaving my review of this very well written book.

Oh, where do I even begin with Gabrielle Meyer's book In this Moment? Let me tell you, words fail me when it comes to describing just how good this book is! It is an absolute gem of a book! From start to finish, this story takes you on an exhilarating ride through three monumental dates in history, and let me tell you, it's a journey you won't forget!
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We follow the incredible journey of Maggie, a natural healer who gets to experience life in 1861, 1941, and 2001. And let me tell you, it's not an easy decision for her. On her 21st birthday, she's faced with choosing one life to live forever while saying goodbye to the other two. Talk about a heart-wrenching choice!
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Meyer's writing is simply amazing as she weaves together rich historical details that transport you to each time period, making you feel like you're waking up right alongside Maggie. It's an immersive experience that had me completely hooked. The story is both heartbreaking and heartwarming as Maggie struggles to make her decision, torn between the love and connections she has made in each life. And the way she intertwines a thread of faith in God and His plan for our lives? It's simply beautiful. It adds depth and meaning to the story, reminding us of the power of trusting in God's plan for our lives.
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If you're a fan of time travel, immersive historical fiction, clean romance, or if you just love Outlander, then the Timeless Series is definitely for you! I couldn't put this book down and was left wanting more at the end. Gabrielle Meyer has truly outdone herself with this stunning novel and I can't wait to see what she has in store for us with the third book in the series. In short, I highly recommend In this Moment to anyone looking for a fantastic read that will leave you feeling uplifted and inspired. So, do yourself a favor and grab a copy. You won't regret it!
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✨While In This Moment can be read as a stand alone novel, I HIGHLY recommend reading the first book When the Day Comes before reading this one. It just adds more depth and connection to the series as this book expounds on the first.

In This Moment is my second Gabrielle Meyer book. Just wow. Waiting for book three is going to be painful.

This time, we see Libby’s daughter, Margaret, or Maggie, or Meg. Because she’s the daughter of two time crossers, Meg inherits an extra era from each of her parents. She lives in 1861, 1941 and 2001. In each time frame she has a suitor and each one teachers her a little more about who she really is, in any era.

As I expected having read When The Day Comes, the first in the series, the depth of historical details is impressive and when Meg is caught up in various events, I felt transported to the scene. My one tiny niggle is Meg’s remark that World War II would begin after Pearl Harbor. Given that Meg’s brother is a member of the British aristocracy, she knew of British involvement from 1939. But this is small and in no way spoiled my sheer enjoyment of this book.

Much like the first installment of the series, In This Moment is tightly written, attention grabbing and well thought out. If you enjoy historical romance, both books are highly recommended.

I received a copy from eh publisher via NetGalley. The opinion is entirely my own.

I always have high hopes for time travel stories, but I think they can be hard to do well. What a wonderful surprise it was to be drawn into In This Moment so fully and find it to be so compelling. I loved the questions that our protagonist wrestled with as she had to consider which time & life she would chose to commit to on her birthday, when her time-jumping ability came to an end. I don't want to say too much, because I loved discovering this one as it unfolded on the page. Not only was this one a joy to read, but I found myself thinking about it when I wasn't reading it, which is always the sign of a good book to me. Definitely recommend.

PS. This could be read as a stand-alone, but is connected to the first book in this series, When The Day Comes.

Y'all, I have to hand it to this author!
Wow! What an incredible job she has done in making this story real-life and with such amazing characters!
I thought Maggie was the luckiest person ever!
By lucky, I meant that she inherited an amazing gift!
How is it possible without aging or changing things while doing that and such a hard choice, too?
How hard that must've been! I know that if I was there it would absolutely break my heart and watch everything unfold, knowing that it wasn't meant to be changed!
This is why I love this author's imagination!
She's able to take us places that we only dream about!
There are a lot of surprises that will keep you glued to the book! I was spellbound!
I highly recommend this book!
My thanks for a copy of this book. I was NOT required to write a positive review. All opinions expressed are my own.

I just completely love this series! The concept of time travel with a dual timeline historical novel is amazing and Gabrielle Meyer's writing is just superb!

The storylines, all three, were so interesting and engaging, the characters are incredible and the whole idea is just awesome. It's incredible how the author can come up with some imaginative storylines and yet tie them all together in a way that makes it easy to read and follow. I really think it's cool how the main character keeps the knowledge of the other two lives in her current life. I loved the first book in this series and didn't know how she could continue this series but it's fantastic and so enjoyable to read.

Thank you to NetGalley, the author and publisher for a temporary, digital ARC in return for my review.

Thank you to Bethany House Fiction for my eARC in exchange for an honest review.

WOW! Gabrielle Meyer does it again. I will read her grocery list at the point! Another stunning and captivating time travel story. It's hard to say too much without giving an spoilers!

The book is a sequel to When the Day Comes and follows Margaret in 1861, 1941, and 2001. As you can guess, some major American history happens in the those years and Margaret is present and in the middle of all of them. At times I wasn't sure what would happen or how the story would end but I loved how Meyer wrapped it all up. She has a gift for writing stunning scenes and impeccable historical details that just keep you flipping the pages!

If I had to give any small criticism, I liked the characters from When the Day Comes more and I felt more invested in the love story too. But, on the flip side to that, I liked the settings from this book more. But that wasn't enough to not give this book 5 stars!

I am so excited to read the next in the series but wishing I didn't have to wait so long!

I received this book from LibraryThing via Netgalley. No positive review is required and all thoughts are fully my own.

I liked this book, it held my interest. My biggest problem with it is that it is listed as a Christian book. I feel that it should not be. Even though the main character prays, etc. I feel it can't be Christian (though it's a great, clean fiction) as it goes against what is written in the Bible, Hebrews 9:27 Just as man is appointed to die once... Other than this I did enjoy the book.

It is definitely a unique story and very well written. The main characters were mostly very well-developed. The story flowed in an orderly manner. Lastly, it was very well edited.

I give this a 3.5 out of 5 but since most don't allow fractions, I go up to 4 instead of down to 3. If you are looking for a clean, intriguing book, this is for you.

I had the honor of reviewing the first book in this time-travel series and it blew me away. I had an excellent idea of what to expect and Gabrielle Meyer did not disappoint in the least. Having the ability to time-travel sounds great, but three different paths/lives/eras. WOW!

1861-The Civil War
1941-World War II
2001-The War on Terror

All of these periods marked an era in which people had to decide to what lengths they would go to serve their country. Margaret/Maggie/Meg answers the call to medical service in all three eras. She is hardworking and brilliant, but she is challenged by love. Three men who find themselves attracted to her. I liked and disliked all of them. (No, I'm not that fickle.) But as story progressed, I could see where she was leaning toward and it did make sense. She had to ask herself a lot of questions: What is love? Who is enough for her? Who can she be 100% herself around? In each era, she slowly learns who holds the key to her heart.

I love that the book ended with an open door for Book Three.

So good! Maggie was a great protagonist and I her journey was enthralling!
I am looking forward to reading more from this author.

In This Moment by Gabrielle Meyer is book 2 in her Timeless series. It's a wonderfully crafted story full of time travel in three different time periods! It's full of clean romance, friendship and Faith. Ms. Meyer's world building is excellent as is her plot and characters. This story swept me away and I can't wait read her first book in this series, When the Day Comes! I highly encourage you to read this wonderful book and series -It's a Keeper!

5 STARS!

I received this book for free. A favorable review was not required. All views expressed are my own. Thank you to Bethany House Publishers and Ms. Meyers for the opportunity to read and review this wonder book.

A very interesting story with great timelines. It was as good as the first one. The religion throughout the story didn't help the story but didn't ruin it either.

I love the premise of this time travel book. It's so fascinating. Maggie has a special gift that gives her three different life paths...one in 1861 at the start of the civil war, one in 1941 at the start of WWII, and one in 2001 shortly before 9-11 (although she doesn't know that's coming). She is 9 months from her 21st birthday when she'll have to choose which life to live and which two to forfeit. Meeting special men in each time period only complicates things for her.

This is a unique form of time travel and I loved it. Maggie had to be so careful not to let on what she knows is about to happen. How awful would it be to know when and where something dreadful is going to happen and not be able to do anything about it. It's good we don't know the future. She had an interest in medicine in all of her lives and had to be thoughtful in how she did things in the past so that they wouldn't change history or reveal too much about medical advances in the future. That would also be tricky.

I enjoyed all of her families and friends and wished I could see what they were doing as different paths closed. For a minute, I wondered if two of the men might be the same (time travelers also) as they both described her as "beguiling" which isn't that common of a word.

This book was very well-written. It was hard to put down. I felt for her having to make a decision to say goodbye to two of her own families and groups of friends. It was a heart wrenching decision for her and it was intriguing hearing the counsel she received about how to decide. It's a great read and I'd highly recommend it.

Thank you to Bethany House for providing me with a free copy of this book. All opinions are my own.

I have been waiting for this book since I turned the last page of “When The Day Comes” Book One in Gabrielle Meyer’s Timeless series.
“In This Moment” is Maggie’s story. Who makes her first appearance (small spoiler) at the end of the first book. Don’t fret, it really can be read as a standalone.
It is not a split-time novel in the traditional sense, nor is it a dual-timeline. It truly is in a category all its own.
Maggie is a time-crosser. Traveling across time in three different lives, three different eras. We watch nine months of Maggie’s life. At the end of those nine months, she must decide her fate. Which life, which era she wants to remain in.
Day by day takes the reader fully into each of Maggie’s lives. Eventually, Gabrielle Meyer speeds up the timeline. But for the sake of “time” and pages. Nothing is lost in the story. Instead, we see Maggie’s loves and eventually losses (small spoiler alert).
Some historical novels can read in part like textbooks. The authors adding in historical bits but without the smoothness of story. Not in a jarring way but sometimes enough to notice. Gabrielle Meyer weaves in significant moments in American history in a genuine way. She adds in many surprising turns. And those that you may have seen coming are still so satisfying in how they are played out.
Readers certainly want to root for Maggie in each era. Caught up in her own quandary of moving closer to deciding her true God given path. It will be difficult to remain patient as I wait for book three.

IN THIS MOMENT is the second book in the TIMELESS series by Gabrielle Meyer. It can be read as a standalone. Maggie has inherited the ability to time travel. She is living three lives–in 1861, 1941, and 2001. In 1861, she and her father are close associates of Abraham Lincoln. In 1941 she is a Navy Nurse on a hospital ship to Pearl Harbor. In 2001, she is a medical student with plans to become a surgeon.

As always, time travel books should be based on a strong method of time travel, and specific rules of time travel should be set by the author. The method of time travel is simple. It is a genetically inherited ability, and our main character Maggie travels through time when she is sleeping. As for the time travel rules, the first is that Maggie cannot willingly change history, or she will forfeit her life in that timeline. In addition, she will have to choose one timeline when she turns a certain age and give up the others forever. Another unique rule that I really like is that she inhabits different bodies in each timeline and injuries in one timeline are not reflected in the others. I feel the method of time travel in this book is successful, although maybe slightly too easy. The rules the author has set work very well.

The movement from one timeline to another occurs between chapters, and it is not confusing because each chapter is headed with a date and location. The author’s ability to immerse us in three separate periods of history is commendable. I enjoyed all three timelines and they were all associated with very important events in the United States. There were also three love interests, but I found one to be much more compelling than the others. There is a strong Christian message of trusting God’s plan, and I like that the author incorporated time travel into a Christian book.

I received a free copy of this book from Bethany House via Austenprose PR. My review is voluntary and the opinions expressed are my own.

Gabrielle Meyer wins again at combining historical fiction and time travel. While I did like the first in the series better, this was still addicting and powerful. I had tears a few times and was desperate to find out if Maggie would end up with my favorite.