This was a SOLID romantasy debut that had me sold with the Outlander references but had me sticking around for the great audiobook narrators and the interesting amnesia plot that has a young woman waking up with no memory of her past and being mistaken for a late 19th century Gilded Age New York heiress.

Things get a little out there towards the end with body possession, fated lovers, evil goddesses trapped in a Hellmouth but I was honestly here for it all. Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for an early audio copy in exchange for my honest review! Would recommend for fans of authors like Kelley Armstrong.

✨ Rua wakes up in 1800s Manhattan with no memories, but the name “Rua” feels right—even if everyone insists she’s Emma. Stuck in a world of fancy dresses, ruthless socialites, and a mother obsessed with status, she feels trapped. Desperate for answers, she sneaks away and meets Finn, the brooding Lord of Donore. There’s an undeniable pull between them—like they’ve met before. But Manhattan’s glittering ballrooms hide darker secrets: whispers of devil worship, forgotten gods, and a shared past tangled in magic and danger.

Can Rua and Finn uncover the truth before it destroys them? 💃🕯️✨

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The audiobook for THE GODS TIME FORGOT is so good. The narrators completely brought this to life and I am so blown away by the magic they brought to a book I already devoured. Kelsie's beautiful words brought to life by Kimberly and Matthew thrilled me. I loved it. I loved it all.