This was a brilliant book. The interconnectivity of time was clever and well thought out, the characters are robust. Extremely well written.

I loved this book. Thank you so much to NetGalley and the publisher for a chance to read this book in exchange for an honest review. When I read that this was touted to be similar to Kindred in the time travel aspect, I knew I had to read it. While the time travel and the connection between the Bridges was more complex than in Kindred, I really enjoyed how it all wove together. I cannot imagine disappearing and falling back in time, possibly into danger. As a child even! Thank goodness some of the characters had studied their family history and knew the land so well in their current time so they could figure things out once they fell.

What a beautifully written story. I highly recommend this!

"On a rainy day in May 1964," Cecily Bridge-Davis embarks on a captivating quest to unravel the mysteries hidden within the sixty-five acres of land she inherited. In this enthralling tale, the author skillfully weaves together history, time travel, and family secrets, creating a narrative that keeps readers on the edge of their seats.

The discovery of a dark family secret sets the stage for a compelling journey. The rules laid out for each generation of the Bridge family add layers of intrigue, creating a sense of urgency and consequence. The prohibition against interfering with past events and the necessity of carrying free Negro papers add a historical depth that grounds the story in the turbulent times it traverses.

The author's attention to detail is commendable, as Cecily uses a family Bible and a map marked with mysterious container locations in her pursuit of the truth. As she ventures through time, encountering a circle of ancestors, each with their own trials and tribulations, the narrative unfolds into a rich tapestry of interconnected lives.

The characters are vividly portrayed, from the courageous Sabrina Humbles to the resilient Luke Bridge, whose journey takes him through battlefields, slavery, and the twists of time itself. The challenges faced by Rebecca Bridge and the burden carried by Amelia Bridge add emotional depth to the storyline.

The race against time and the clock to uncover the origins of the curse and find a way to break it keeps the reader engaged from start to finish. The intricate plot, coupled with the well-developed characters, makes for a truly immersive experience. The story not only entertains but also prompts reflection on themes of courage, family bonds, and the enduring impact of choices made across generations.

In "A Race Through Time," the author has crafted a compelling narrative that seamlessly blends historical fiction with elements of mystery and time travel. The result is a captivating journey that will leave readers eagerly turning the pages to uncover the answers that will ultimately free Cecily's family forever.

I kept waking up to read just one more chapter.
In every generation, one offspring from each Bridge family unit vanishes- and is mysteriously whisked back in time. Rules have been established that must be followed to prevent dire consequences.

A wonderfully beautiful historical saga that shows how terrifying time travel could be for one African American family. So many questions I had never even pondered. How could you prove you were free if you were suddenly swept back to times where slavery was rampant? How would you handle having nothing and no way to provide for yourself? How would you deal with losing all the freedoms you had fought so hard for along with your whole family all at once?

This book opened my eyes in a good way to another side of time travel fiction and kept the twists coming. The characters drew me in and made me care about their fates. I am already contemplating reading this again just in case I missed another subtle detail. Just an amazing read.

Special thanks to net galley, Amistad publishing, and Shawntelle Madison for this digital ARC.

I really enjoyed the concept of this book and the imagery present in each chapter. The idea was very original and kept my interest throughout. The book started out a little slow but quickly picked up and maintained my attention. I either love books and finish them in a matter or days or struggle to complete them. That was definitely not the case with this book, I devoured it.