Book Title: In This Moment
Series: Timeless #2
Author: Gabrielle Meyer
Publisher: Bethany House – Bethany House Press
Genre: Historical Fiction, Time Travel, Romance
Pub Date: May 2, 2023
My Rating: 4 Stars
Pages: 416

Promo;
Maggie/Meg/Margaret inherited a gift from her time-crossing parents that allows her to live three separate lives in 1861, 1941, and 2001. Each night she goes to sleep in one time period and wakes up in another. However, when she turns twenty-one she must choose only one life by staying up late in that timeline.

In 1861, Maggie is the daughter of a senator at the outbreak of the Civil War. She feels if she stays she can make a difference with her medical skills.
1941 is the time that her time traveling family lives. She and her sister are Navy nurses. Maggie is asked to join a hospital ship being sent to Pearl Harbor.
In 2001, she is a young medical student, fulfilling her dream of finishing med school by her 21st Birthday.

Story kept me interested additional I was curious which time period she would pick and if I would agree.

Although this is Book # 2 in the Timeless series, the characters are not recurring. The connection to the series is the genre ~ Time Travel and Historical Fiction. Additionally both have real historical characters.
Be sure to read the “Historical Note” as well as the “Author’s Note’ at the end of the story.
I found both very interesting!

About the Author - Gabrielle Meyer
Ms. Meyer grew up above a carriage house on a historic estate near the banks of the Mississippi River. She imagines real and make-believe stories about the occupants who had lived there. She went on to work for the Minnesota Historical Society and loves writing fiction inspired by real people, places, and events.
You may learn more about her and her writing by visiting.
www.gabriellemeyer.com.

Want to thank NetGalley and Bethany House – Bethany House Publishing for this early eGalley.
Publishing Release Date scheduled for May 2, 2023.

Just wow! How the Author managed three different time periods while keeping Maggie's personality much the same throughout made for such an interesting and exciting story (going through so many major historical events in each life) that I finished this book within 2 and a half days of starting it. Very addicting story, well written and still leaves you wishing the book was longer so it doesn't come to the final decision so soon. This sequel definitely knocks it out of the park and is better than the first which for most will be hard to believe. My advice, read it!
I want to thank the author and Netgalley for allowing me to read a copy prior to release, the opinion expressed is entirely my own.

In This Moment by Gabrielle Meyer is book 2 is the Timeless series. Maggie, whose time-crossing parents we met in When the Day Comes, has inherited her parent’s gift to live in separate time periods. Maggie lives in three time periods, 1861, 1941, and 2001. Maggie will need to decide by the time she is 21 which time period she wishes to remain in. It is going to be a difficult decision because there are people and things she likes about each time period. To complicate matters, there is a love interest in each period. Gabrielle weaves together three interesting historical periods showing the contrasts and changes over the decades in each. Actual historical characters interact with fictional characters adding to the authenticity of the story. The historical notes at the end of the book are very interesting, but don’t be tempted to read them until after you finish reading the book. I appreciated the strong faith message on the sovereignty of God and having trust in God to guide us on our path in life. Thank you NetGalley and Bethany House for an advance e-copy of the book for review.

Synopsis: “None of us chooses the lives we’ve been born into. It’s how you decide to deal with it that matters.” Maggie Hollingsworth is born with a special gift: she lives in 1861, 1941, and 2001 all simultaneously. Each day she wakes up in a different era and it’s like she hasn’t missed any time at all. But the catch? At age 21, she has to pick where she wants to stay forever. As a nurse or doctor in training, Maggie recognizes the skills and knowledge God has given her and sees how they are needed in every time period. Add in budding romance and three different men (is that even okay?!), and how can Maggie possibly choose where to stay? Maggie’s faith is tested as she learns to trust God wholeheartedly with her present and her future.

Analysis: It’s not very often that a sequel is as good as its predecessor, but I may have loved Maggie’s story more than I loved Libby’s 🫢 I just don’t know. My heart is so invested in this series that it’s hard to separate these two. They might just both have to hold a special place. But all that to say, go ahead and purchase this one to keep on your forever shelf. The plot is riveting and full of action with three different intense historical time periods, and Maggie is everything you want in a main character: selfless, courageous, but still down-to-earth enough to be human. As she discovers how to live out her faith in three different timelines, you’ll laugh with her, cry with her, and feel like you’re leaving a friend when you close the book. But maybe that’s why this one will just stay close to my heart for years to come.
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Star Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Oh, my goodness, how I LOVED this book! Thank you so much, Net Galley, for letting me read it. It is a time-travel story, inasmuch as Maggie lives three different lives in three different time periods with different friends and parents in each. She knows in the earlier time periods the dangers that are to come, since she's read them in historical accounts in her later time periods. As a doctor in 2001, it was difficult for her in 1861 and in 1941 to know of medical treatments that will save lives of those she is treating, but how would she explain her advanced knowledge to those around her! In fact, she is not allowed to do anything that will change the course of history, else she will lose her gift.

I am way impressed with the vast amount of research that Ms Meyer had to have done to make this story so authentic, and I learned some new facts, myself. I am looking forward to finding out what else she has written.

A wonderful new adventure about the time-crossing daughter of Lilly from When The Day Comes--Maggie. I really like this original view of time traveling. Maggie has not one but two other paths--time periods in which she lives. I really liked all the time periods for her and found it hard to figure out which time she would choose for the rest of her life. But in the end it all became clear and she absolutely chose right. I'm hoping for another book in this series!

Are we sure there isn’t a way to give a book more than 5 stars on here? I adored this novel so much. There gets to a point in the story where you CANNOT and will not put it down.
I really don’t like giving spoilers in my review, just know that this book takes place in 3 major time periods of America. They’re turning points for the country and our FMC is at the center of it all. We dabble with espionage, politicians, doctors, and it’s absolutely enthralling. I was hooked and then by the end my heart was overflowing with warmth.
10000000% I believe you should be reading book 1 in this series, When the Day Comes, before you pick up In This Moment. The spoilers for book 1 are immense and I would hate for someone to miss out on seeing it unravel organically.
In this Moment has even more romance, In my opinion. Prepare for a love triangle, yall. And don’t let it turn you off, I’m not a love triangle fan, but this book has a complete hold on me.

If you only read a couple books in a year, make sure this one is on your list. It’s exciting, romantic, and emotional.

Thank you netgalley and the publisher for an advanced copy! These thoughts are completely my own and I was SO excited to jump for a copy when I saw it become available.

Time travel at its finest! The stories are seamless and the characters are fantastic! The love story is sweet and romantic! The attention to detail is astounding! A definite must read!
I was provided an ARC copy from NetGalley. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

This was one of my most anticipated reads for 2023. I was so excited to read Maggie’s story because she crossed 3 timelines. I wondered how it would all go and it did not disappoint. I feel like I would have chose the 1940s. But I love that era. What would you have chosen?

Inventive sequel to the author's previous time-traveling story, this time featuring a young woman traveling between three pivotal times in American History; the Civil War, WWII and 9/11.

I love the concept of a person living in multiple time periods and having to choose a single one. Ms. Meyer did a fabulous job of balancing the three timelines and the delicacy involved with knowing the future but being unable to change it.

I enjoyed Maggie's character--in every time period, she was driven and compassionate, putting the needs of others above her own.

Despite Maggie's attempts not to fall in love, there's an intriguing gentleman in every age that tugs at her heart. I'll admit, I was torn between two of them and couldn't decide which one to choose. But soon enough, Gentleman X rose to the top of the pile with his swoonworthy behavior.

Readers will be reminded that free will is a gift--one that should not be taken lightly or abused. God allows us to follow our hearts and choose as we will but He's available to advise and guide us.

I received an advanced reader's copy from the publisher through NetGalley ; a positive review was not required.

It’s been a pleasure reading this book I would have finished this book in one sitting if I could. I loved it. She is on my favorite author list. This novel was wonderful and satisfying.

After reading “When The Day Comes”,I couldn’t wait to read “In This Moment”. It is so worth the wait! I absolutely loved this book! Once I started reading I didn’t want to stop! I was very interested in how Gabrielle Meyer was going to top the first book and also do 3 timeline lives. So amazingly done! Maggie lives in 1861, 1941 and 2001. I was so happy with everything that happened! Even though I figured which life she would end up picking. I was never quite sure, she leaves you second and third guessing. Not to mention one particular moment that made my mouth drop in complete surprise! The writing in this book is fantastic! I can’t say enough good things about this book! And also it’s hard to not spoil anything! I can’t wait for the next one!! It’s going to be good I can tell from that ending! 😉 I found it to be a little emotional with 9/11 because I never read a fiction book with a historical event I lived through so that was new. I thought all 3 time periods were done really well and were all very interesting! Overall fantastic read and I 150% recommend!
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I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the author. All views expressed are only my honest opinion.

I absolutely loved this book. It was compelling, deep and thoughtprovoking. I told myself I would savor this book but I just couldn't stop reading. It was captivating. I read it before work, on every break and after work. Whenever I got back from break which often was at a critical part in the story, I would fill my coworkers in with what was happening. It felt real. It lead to some fun conversations.
Maggie was such an interesting character. She had a lot of depth to her. I loved how she developed throughout the story. I like that she is in the medical field in some regard in each time. I would want to be friends with her.
But let me tell ya, the agony of trying to determine the path was felt deeply and I was completely invested in her life. Who will she choose? What path will she take? Why did that have to happen?
Although we don't have to decide what year to live in, the purpose and what the Lord is calling you to do is something each person must decide. I've been thinking about the theme of this book. The thing that has stuck out to me is that we are absolutely not guarenteed tomorrow. That In this Moment we need to remember our life is a gift and live as if it is our last day.

Each time period was so fascinating. I didn't feel like any time period was less interesting then the other. I think knowing the history added to the anticipation of what was going to happen.
I will be reading this book again.

I highly recommend this story to my family and friends.

I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the publisher. I also purchased a copy for myself. All views expressed are only my honest opinion.

This is how time-travel romance should be done! Gabrielle Meyer has outdone herself with In This Moment, the second book in the Timeless series.

I wondered how she would carry on the time-travelling story of Libby's and Henry's daughter, Maggie. I love time-travel stories or dual-time fiction, so I assumed this would be the same story as the first book. She would have to choose which timeline she wanted to live in by her 21st birthday. But instead of travelling to two different points in time, Maggie travels to three. Making her decision on where to spend the rest of her life much more difficult. Plus, three different timelines mean three different sets of parents for Maggie and three possible love interests.

I loved everything about this book, and while I knew what would happen when Maggie travelled to 2001, it was still a moving, heartfelt story. I needed tissues by the end. I loved how the author also kept me guessing which love interest was trustworthy.

If you didn't read When the Day Comes, the first book, don't worry. This can be read as a standalone. But you would be depriving yourself of an excellent series, so I highly recommend reading both.

I received a complimentary copy from Bethany House through NetGalley for my honest review.

In This Moment by Gabrielle Meyer is the most anticipated sequel to When The Day Comes, my favorite book of all from last year. in this Moment follows Margaret "Maggie" through her 3 lives. She lives in Washington DC in all 3 lives just at different times. Everyday she wakes up in a different time period, 1861, 1941 and 2001.

Maggie has different careers in all 3 times and has potential suitors in all 3 times also. At the age of 21 Maggie will have to choose which life she wants to live in, sacrificing her other 2 lives. I loved this book and eagerly read far past my bedtime to find out who/when Maggie would choose. the lives were very interesting and each had it's own appeal. I loved the settings and all of the characters were very life like.

I do recommend reading When The Day Comes before reading In This Moment. I was absolutely thrilled to hear that there will be a third book. So brew up a pot of tea, throw supper in the crockpot and settle in for a fabulous read.

I was given a copy of this book by the publisher with no expectations. All thoughts are my own.

I have pre-ordered a paperback copy to add to my keeper shelf!

I received a free e-arc of this book through Netgalley. I have read the prior book in this series and I enjoyed it, but this one was even better! With more time traveling and more adventures to go on, it was really hard for me to put down. I'm looking forward to the next one!

I kept this book to read when I had a few days off and could devote the time to binge-read this! Goodness, I'm so glad I did. I could not put it down. Following THREE amazing timelines was riveting and had me shedding some tears along the way as decisions needed to be made and tragedy struck. What an extraordinary woman Maggie is, in each of her paths, and I kept thinking, "What would I do if that were my choice?" Finally, I was rooting for the hero I hoped she'd choose. Goodness, with each twist and turn I couldn't read fast enough to discover what would happen next. Seeing the three time periods in history juxtaposed in the story like this was fascinating and Meyer does it brilliantly. I absolutely cannot wait for book three, but while we wait, go ahead and pre-order this one. If you haven't read book 1 in the series! Both come highly recommended. And not just by me.


I received an advanced reader copy from the publisher through NetGalley. My opinion is my own.

Just like the first book in this series, the premise for this novel is fresh and absolutely riveting.

In this book, Maggie is a highly driven and motivated character. She knows what she wants from life — to help heal others, working as a nurse or doctor in her various lives. Because she knows she will ultimately give up two time periods, she’s desperate to gain all the knowledge and life skills she can. This is especially apparent in Maggie’s 2001 life where she’s already a third-year resident doctor — the youngest ever. At first, this feels extremely far-fetched… Until you realize that despite the fact Maggie looks twenty years old in 2001, she’s cumulatively lived over 60 years!

Little details like this make the story a lot of fun. They also emphasize the fact that Meyers thought through the time travel rules really well. Any time I had a question as a reader, Meyers addressed it soon after.

There are also some subtle links between time periods — for example, Maggie has a familial connection to the President in each era and visits the White House in all three lives. So yes, you have to suspend some disbelief (it is a novel about time travel after all!) but it was thoroughly enjoyable to let myself be swept away for the ride. Each time period also felt well-researched and fully distinct, with memorable characters and plot points in each.

One of the main driving aspects of this novel is which time period Maggie will ultimately choose to live in for the rest of her life. (I guessed wrong!) At the very start of the book, Maggie meets a different man in each of her lives and finds herself drawn to all of them. The romance throughout is clean and sweet, and it was fun to try and figure out which mand and time period Maggie would pick. My one critique with this, however, is that throughout the novel, Maggie spends a lot of time trying to figure out how to pick the life she wanted to live. She wrestles with who she really is and how she can best live out her calling as a healer. In the end, it felt like it mostly came down to which man she wanted to be with. This wasn’t quite the strong reasoning that I felt had been building throughout the novel.

While the ending wasn’t the jaw-dropping experience I had in the first book, In This Moment contained its fair share of the unexpected! I flew through this novel in a day and am already excitedly awaiting news of the third installment in this brilliant series.

Engaging and unforgettable, this is one series this is quickly becoming an all-time favorite.

4.5 stars

An incredible follow up to a fantastic book (When The Day Comes), and I loved this one even more than the first, I think! The writing was vivid and emotional, and I just adored it.

Things I loved:

-the history! This time our heroine travels between 3 pivotal time periods, 1861, 1941, and 2001. All on the brink of war.
-the romance! I don’t want to say too much about this but I was so happy with how it turned out. I melted inside whenever my OTP had scenes together.
-the way she weaves the story together is magical, and I truly didn’t know which timeline she would choose for most of the book!
-our heroine is in the medical field and it was interesting to see how her hands were tied in her two older time periods because of her gender, and the lack of general medical knowledge in the time.


What to expect:
-wartime and surgery scenarios, not graphic
-🔥:kisses
-loss of a loved one