Book 3 of A Rip Through Time - has inspired me to read books 1 and 2 of this series by Kelly Armstrong.
Lover the characters and surprise twist. Malory has been transported to a life in the 1890s. Recommended reading for adults and a great opportunity to test your skills at figuring out who has committed the crime and why.

Thank you to Netgalley for providing a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. I may be biased but I love Kelley Armstrong. Her longest running series, the Otherworld, is actually the only thing I haven't read. Maybe one day. But I adore both the series in the Rockton world as well as this amazing Rip Through Time Series. This is book #3 (there also is a short in the series). I hope it doesn't end for a long while and I think with this newest installment, it will be around a little longer. A big plot point was resolved that should help us move on more comfortably for a bit. This book still was the fantastic storytelling I'm used to from Armstrong. Yet her strongest selling point is always her characters. She writes some amazing characters that readers can easily come to care about. In this book, we are back in time to a period where the Victorian elite would have mummy unwrapping parties where they literally unwrapped a mummy as the main entertainment. Obviously this is a dispicable practice now and then. I hate that it was so acceptable then. But this did take me down a research rabbithole learning about these parties via the internet. Armstrong did her research for this book and it shows. The mystery was plenty interesting. I don't even try to solve them as I read. I just enjoy watching them unravel. If you haven't tried this series yet, it is a good time. Start with book one. They don't ever disappoint.

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This series is fascinating and I've enjoyed each installment of A Rip Through Time series. Mallory Atkinson, a present-day detective, has been thrust back into the past into the body of Catriona Mitchell, a maid in the household of Dr. Duncan Gray. It's interesting to see how Mallory deals with life in 19th century Scotland and the 21st century knowledge that she brings to her various experiences.

Definitely a series worth pursuing and I thank St. Martin's Press and NetGalley for this advance copy.

This book is historical fiction, time travel, a strong female lead, and a slow-burn romance.

The novel "Disturbing the Dead" is about famous Egyptologist, Sir Alastair Christie, who plans to unwrap a real mummy. However, Sir Christie fails to show up, so Dr. Gray and Mallory decide to proceed with the unwrapping. To their shock and horror, they discover a modern-day victim wrapped inside the mummy's bandages. Duncan and Mallory then take on the task of investigating the murder, and readers are in for an exciting and suspenseful ride.

Thank you NetGalley and Publisher for the eARC.

"All things are possible. Who you are is limited by who you think you are." (Egyptian Book of the Dead)

Kelley Armstrong creates another sharp-edged trek through the Victorian Era in her latest book in A Rip Through Time Series. Although this can certainly be read as a standalone, it's best to at least read the first book to get a sense of these intriguing characters and the high-interest storyline.

Mallory Atkinson is a Vancouver police detective who happens to be in Edinburgh, Scotland. Her grandmother, Nan, is on her deathbed and not expected to recover. After hours at Nan's bedside, Mallory decides to go for a run through the cobbled streets. Fate had other plans. Mallory is caught off guard and a rope is swung around her neck. She blacks out. Upon wakening, Mallory lays on a bed in a darkened room. It's 1869 in Edinburgh. How can that possibly be?

Mallory is no longer herself but a house maid by the name of Catriona. Catriona/Mallory slowly reveals just who she is to Dr. Duncan Gray and his sister, Isla, who is a chemist in her brother's residence. There is quirky dialogue and humorous circumstances as Mallory's true identity is revealed. She becomes Dr. Gray's assistant because of her knowledge of crime and forensics.

Disturbing the Dead is exactly that. A famous Egyptologist, Sir Alastair Christie, is set to unwrap a real mummy at a soiree at his home. When Sir Christie doesn't show, Dr. Gray and Mallory step in to take over the unwrapping. What is under the wrappings will result in gasps and screams. A more modern victim resides within. Duncan and Mallory flip the switch to investigation. And now we readers are hangin' tight for a wild ride.

I can't say enough about Kelley Armstrong's superb writing. She's allowed us to experience the flawed human side of these characters. Our minds automatically switch from modern times to Victorian times as Mallory tries to make sense of her new surroundings. But one thing for sure: Mallory's analytical skills are still intact as she works side by side with Dr. Gray. Smart, challenging, and skillfully written, Disturbing the Dead is certainly another winner in the hands of this talented author.

I received a copy of this book through NetGalley for an honest review. My thanks to Minotaur Books and to the talented Kelley Armstrong for the opportunity.

This is the third book in the Rip Through Time series, and while with mystery series I don’t usually insist you read them in order, for this one I do. I love these books and this one is by far my favorite (so far). This book contained a twist I wasn’t really expecting, and at first I was not happy, but it was really done super well. I know, I shouldn’t have had doubts, but I am merely human. Mallory and Dr. Gray and Isla are invited to a mummy unwrapping party and while the thought kind of sickens her she can’t help but be swept there. Unsurprisingly at the unveiling is the discovery of a murder and Mallory immediately starts to held the Detective and Dr. Gray. What was unexpected is the discovery that the hosts for the party were familiar with them because someone has been writing a serial of their adventures giving Dr. Gray all of the credit and putting Mallory in the role of pretty side kick. This book frequently had me laughing and I truly love these characters. I am hopeful this will be far from the last in this series. I started this one with the audiobook and I loved the narrator, she truly brought Mallory’s voice to light and part of me wishes I could have been patient enough to finish it that way as some of the later scenes would have been so much better read to me in what I see as her voice, but patience has never been my virtue and I finished the second two thirds by kindle which is by far faster for me. I gave this one 4.5 stars rounded up for catching me off guard with a twist.

This novel is both eerie and educational while infusing time-traveling and intrigue. The historical detail is engrossing. However, I confess—I occasionally veered off to Google for context since I had never heard of Mummia.

The third book in this series, Victorian Scotland has become less confusing to modern-day homicide detective Mallory Atkinson—a woman who, despite inhabiting someone else’s body, has found her place in this century. Her job as an assistant to undertaker and medical examiner Dr. Duncan Gray offers insight into investigations even if she vexes those around her with her knowledge and strange word choices.

It appears that an invitation to a mummy unwrapping is all the rage so the well-to-do descend on the home of Sir Alastair Christie. My brain kept wanting to relate him to Agatha. But when their host goes missing, Mallory and Gray (with the help of two adorable children) step in, only to discover that the unwrapped “mummy” is a much more modern corpse.

Armstrong’s cheeky narrative had me laughing at parts that others might not find as funny. And then, a twist—one that made me gasp. Fear bubbled up as I wondered if this would be the series finale. But it’s not. There is so much more for Gray and Mallory as we continue the journey alongside these wonderful characters who blend history, humor, and heart.

“Disturbing the Dead” by Kelly Armstrong is the third book in the mystery series, A Rip Through Time, set in Victorian Scotland. The author effortlessly blends time travel, historical mystery, and romance; story elements I really enjoy.

In this installment of the series, Mallory, Gray and his sisters attended a mummy unwrapping at the home of a noted Egyptologist. As the mummy is unwrapped it becomes clear these were not ancient remains but the body of a victim of a very recent murder.

Besides the compelling murder mystery, the main character Mallory shines as a relatable and resilient character. Her modern-day skills in a historical setting add a unique twist to the story, making her stand out as a character worth rooting for. The exploration of women's challenges in the medical field adds depth to the narrative, shedding light on important historical struggles. I really enjoy the slow burn romance growing between Mallory and Dr. Gray. I look forward to them acknowledging their feelings.

Overall, this is an amazing addition to your must-read list. The author's ability to keep readers guessing made the novel an engaging and thrilling read. The unexpected twist in the plot not only adds excitement but also ties up loose ends from previous installments. Although “Disturbing the Dead” can be read as a standalone, I suggest reading the three other books of this delightful series.

I strongly recommend it for fans of historical fiction, time travel, strong female leads, and slow-burn romance.
My thanks to NetGalley, author Kelley Armstrong, and St. Martin's Press/Minotaur books for the advanced reader copy ( ARC) in return for my honest opinion.

Thank you NetGalley and publisher for this ARC publication for an honest review.

The second I finished this book, I was already wishing for the next installment! Kelley Armstrong has a wide array of genres, and this one is one of my favorites of hers. Time travel to Victorian times with a modern-day detective trapped who is trapped in the body of someone from the past. While this could be read as a standalone, I highly recommend starting from the beginning. The character development and backstories are beyond intriguing. One of the best parts of this series, watching the relationships between the characters grow and change. This book was epic in that department!

Mallory and Duncan, once again faced with solving a murder. This time surrounding an Egyptian, mummy theme. And we get some answers on the returning home front for Mallory. I-love-this-series!!

5 stars

Twists and turns and strong interesting characters ensure a wonderful mystery. Six months after transporting back in time to the Victorian era, Mallory is working with Dr. Duncan Gray to solve the murder of an Egyptologist. I received a free copy of this ebook from the publisher through Netgalley. This is my honest and voluntary given review. I love that it wasn't until the end of the book that I knew who the killer was. I also love that there was a second mystery to solve. Someone is chronicling their adventures and selling them. They're inaccurate and they're portrayed as caricatures of themselves. Mallory wants them stopped. I love how in each book of the series we get to know the characters and their back stories better.

So excited to receive an ARC for a favorite series and author!
Thanks NetGalley and Minotaur Books.
This one did not disappoint. Loved reading the further adventures of Mallory in her time travel to the Victorian era!
The book is so well researched and I loved reading about the contrast between the Victorian era and our modern times.
The plot involves a murder that takes place at a mummy unwrapping- quite a weird idea for a party. There are elements about the Egyptology of the day, women's rights and the Victorian obsession with death that added to the story.
The mystery itself was well plotted and very compelling. What is really the most fun about these books is following Mallory and her friends in Victorian times as their relationships evolve. This book has a block buster twist with regards to that!.
I highly recommend this book and in fact the whole series for those who love a good historical mystery . Personally looking forward to more books in the series!

Thank you so much to the publisher and NetGalley for this eARC in exchange for my honest review!

I've been keeping up with this series since book one, and every single book so far has satisfied a need for a genre I didn't even realize I needed. It's like....procedural cop show meets Outlander?

I can't go too far into detail, since this is book three, and if you're reading this review I'll assume you have an idea of what the first two are about so I'll skip the summary, but I will say that Mallory's arc in this answered so many questions I'd been holding on to since book one. Some parts of her story had seriously needed to be addressed and I'm genuinely happy with how they were! Add in the Egyptian aspect to the murder they're trying to solve and I was flipping through this book nonstop to get to the end. Honestly I think Kelley Armstrong has become an autobuy author for me.

While there are still things I enjoy about this series, the setting and a few of the characters (Isla, Mrs. Wallace, and Jack), I really can't stand Mallory, and I think it's time to call it quits. Mallory's narration and the dialogue among the main characters is always very correct and inoffensive--falling over itself to be inoffensive--and it doesn't feel like a story unfolding as much as an author being very careful to use the right words and have her characters, regardless of their time period, express the right opinions. It doesn't ring true, and it knocks me out of the story.
I was glad one important question was answered, but it didn't hold together as well as I'd hoped. I would love to chat with someone about Catriona's treatment, which was handled more or less with a shrug, in this resolution.
The way it ended, I almost, almost, thought I might want to see what happens next. But I'll probably just stick with Armstrong's Rockton crew, and wash my hands of this one.

I'll never get tired of the adventures of gray and Mallory. This one had me gasping and reeling the entire time, plus nearly to tears at one point. I hope for many more books from this series.

I love this series! Very entertaining and fun. Mallory is still stuck in Victorian England in the body of the wicked Catriona and is still assisting Dr. Gray in his "detective" work. She is unhappy with the way her role is being portrayed in some new broadsheets that are being circulated, so that is another mystery that she needs to work out, The relationship with Dr. Gray is moving slowly forward, and leads to her having to make a very difficult decision.

I look forward to the next book!

I received an ARC for free and gave my honest opinion voluntarily.

This third entry in Armstrong's series about a time-traveling Canadian detective stuck in Victorian Scotland was a mixed bag for me. I loved Mallory's Edinburgh storyline as she continues to get more comfortable in that time period, and the mystery in this novel, which starts with a mummy-unwrapping (!) party, was very well done and interesting. The reason this got bumped to just a three-star read for me is that (giving as few spoilers as possible) Armstrong addresses the time travel element in a way that was incredibly unsatisfying. That small section of the book was way too easy and glib, and it left me feeling rather frustrated, along with some rolling of my eyes. I will still happily read future books in the series, but I would have liked a little more depth to the time travel storyline. Thank you to NetGalley and St. Martin's Press/Minotaur Books for a digital review copy.

Disturbing the Dead is the newest title in Kelley Armstrong’s Rip Through Time novels. This series delivers a fun ride through Victorian Scotland and set in my favorite city. I would have liked to have had more atmospheric setting descriptions, such as during the vaults scene, and I did miss a little exterior description while getting from one place to another. Mallory is a delightful protagonist with a witty sense of humor that sends me into giggles without going to overboard. Who else would enjoy the idea of bringing a severed hand to afternoon tea and having finger sandwiches? Still laughing on that one. The author is careful to balance the fun of a modern woman stuck in the past without going too deeply into what would happen if she changed something to upset the future, such as her brushing over her mention that colds are from a virus and not winter weather. That did lead me down a path of what she might have changed in her own time period. There’s a surprise twist near the end that sent me to look up the rest of the titles in this series. This is a light and funny journey into a captivating time in history.

AHHH! I’ve been waiting for this book it feels like forever - each book I become more and more in love with the characters and the setting. I love Mallory, Gray, Isla… all of them! The mystery being solved in this was good, but even more so was the twist in the middle!

I’m still thinking about how Mallory’s dad said there was someone else in a coma - I think we’re still going to see Catriona and what happened to her in a future book. I’m really looking forward to seeing what happens with that.

I somehow missed there was a book 2 but I didn't find that to be too much of a problem. I found the novella involving Alice and did read that, but still need to go back and read book 2 mostly because I found I don't want to miss out on a moment with these characters. As I said, even without having read the previous book it was easy to jump right back into this world. I love the back-and-forth between Mallory and Annis, I think Mallory needs someone who keeps her on her toes. I also really like that this series is mostly all about the mysteries with just a little subtle romance between Mallory and Gray. The circumstance which has brought them together is strange (so say the least) so it makes more sense that their romantic relationship would take time to really develop - and also the fact that neither of them knew if and/or when she might go back to her time. Speaking of that, I thought I would be annoyed by the time spent back in the present, but I actually found it worked really well and it also provided Mallory with the closure she needed in order to really start to make a new life for her in the past. And knowing that her parents didn't need to worry about her and that she has found a way to leave them messages also allowed her to settle in for the long haul. As for the mystery, as usual there are a lot possible suspects and motives and it keeps you on your toes. When the killer is revealed I had the same reaction as Mallory - at first I was a little disappointed but then once the full picture is revealed didn't feel bad for the person at all. I agreed with Mallory and Gray's feelings on mummies - I've long wondered why that is not considered grave robbing. This is definitely a page-turner - I did not want to have to put it down and couldn't wait to see what twists would come next.

In Disturbing the Dead, readers are reintroduced to the familiar characters of Mallory and Dr. Gray, whose adventures have captivated audiences in previous installments. The nostalgic feel of the story adds a comforting layer to the narrative, making it an inviting read for both longtime fans and new readers alike.

As the story unfolds, readers are drawn into the intriguing mystery surrounding the mummy, where suspicion runs rampant and the truth remains elusive. The complexities of the case make it impossible to discern the true culprit, adding an element of suspense that keeps listeners on the edge of their seats.

Furthermore, Mallory is faced with a heart-wrenching decision that adds a compelling layer to the narrative. She must choose between staying in the Victorian Era, sacrificing her connection to her family, or returning home, knowing that an innocent man will be wrongly charged with murder. This emotional dilemma presents a gripping moral quandary that resonates deeply with listeners.

Disturbing the Dead weaves together the captivating mystery and Mallory's poignant choices, offering audiobook enthusiasts a rich and immersive listening experience. The addition of these elements elevates the narrative, making this audiobook a truly unforgettable journey into the world of historical intrigue and personal sacrifice.