Books matching: alternate timelines
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Save:In "The Proteus Operation," James P. Hogan presents a gripping alternate history where a team of agents travels back in time to 1939 in a desperate attempt to prevent the rise of Nazi Germany and alter the course of history. The plot intricately weaves together elements of time travel, political manipulation, and quantum mechanics, creating a story filled with intrigue, gunfire, and high stakes. Despite the complexity of the narrative, the book manages to entertain readers with its unique premise and fast-paced storytelling.
Hogan's writing style delves deep into the possibilities of altering historical events and explores the consequences of meddling with the past. Through detailed world-building and character development, he paints a vivid picture of a world where America faces off against a powerful Nazi regime, showcasing the resilience and determination of the protagonists as they strive to reshape the future.
TWENTY-FIVEMILESSOUTH of London, near the town of Westerham in the Weald of Kent, Chartwell Manor and its estate stood amid a rolling landscape of woodlands, fields, and sleepy farming villages lying ... - #2
Save:Yume Kitasei's debut novel, 'The Deep Sky', takes readers on a journey through space aboard an interstellar, generational spaceship where tensions rise after an explosion disrupts the crew's mission. As main character Asuka investigates the attack, alternating flashbacks reveal the crew's training from childhood, the desperate state of Earth due to climate change, and the political conflicts leading to global turmoil. Through intimate character development and a blend of psychological thriller and space adventure, the story explores humanity's hopes, dreams, and destructive potential.
Robert Sobel's 'For Want of a Nail: If Burgoyne Had Won at Saratoga' delves into an alternate history where the British emerge victorious at the Battle of Saratoga in 1777, altering the course of the American Revolution. The book follows a detailed timeline of events resulting from this pivotal moment, envisioning a world where the American colonies fail to secure independence, leading to the formation of the Confederation of North America and the United States of Mexico. Written in the form of a history textbook, the narrative explores the economic, social, and political progress of these two nations through the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, offering a unique perspective on the consequences of historical what-ifs.
The writing style of 'For Want of a Nail' is praised for its meticulous attention to detail and the author's dedication to crafting a plausible alternate reality. Despite being written in the 1970s when the genre of alternate history was still nascent, the book stands out for its imaginative yet realistic portrayal of a world shaped by the British victory at Saratoga. Sobel's narrative captures the fickle nature of public opinion, the divergent fates of historical figures, and the geopolitical shifts that result from pivotal events, making it a compelling exploration of how minor circumstances can lead to major historical changes.
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Save:'The Peripheral' by William Gibson is a science fiction novel that explores a near future and a future 70 years ahead, where characters can interact with both time frames through technology. The story involves time travel, virtual presences, and altering timelines, all while navigating through a world dominated by corporate and political greed. Gibson's writing style is described as compelling, vivid, and challenging, requiring readers to work to understand the complex situations and terminology introduced in the narrative.
They didn’t think Flynne’s brother had PTSD, but that sometimes the haptics glitched him. They said it was like phantom limb, ghosts of the tattoos he’d worn in the war, put there to tell him when to ... - #5
Save:'In Times Like These' by Nathan Van Coops is a time travel adventure that follows a group of friends who get zapped back in time to 1986 by a lightning strike during a softball game. As they navigate through the challenges of time travel, they must confront an escaped murderer from their original time and learn to manipulate time to confront their destiny. The story is filled with twists and turns, pitfalls, and dead ends, keeping readers on the edge of their seats with the complexities of time travel and the philosophical questions that come with it.
The writing style of the book is described as intriguing, with detailed explanations of time travel that make it seem plausible yet overworked at times. The characters are well thought out and described, and the plot is filled with mystery, drama, and action as the group of friends tries to make it back to their original time while facing various obstacles and challenges along the way.
I have far too much of my lifein my arms to even think of reaching for my phone when it startsringing in my pocket. I concentrate on getting the key in the lock.That and not dropping the shoes, water ... - #6
Save:Another Girl, Another Planet by Lou Antonelli is a science fiction novel set in an alternate timeline where the Cold War never occurred, leading to a joint Soviet NATO mission on Mars and a thriving Moon settlement. The story follows a man named Dave Shuster who uncovers a plan involving advanced robotics to overthrow the established order on Mars, where the future of humanity hangs in the balance. Through an unreliable narrator, the reader is taken on a journey of mystery, love, political intrigue, and the complexities of an alternate history filled with real-world characters in different professions.
It was a bitterly cold winter night when I left Manhattan to catch the shuttle to the Moon. You could see your breath. I had a long scarf on, but no hat or cap, and the cold air made my hair stand on ... - #7
Save:The Bridge delves into the sensitive topic of suicide, exploring the impact on both the individuals contemplating it and the loved ones left behind. Through the intertwined stories of Aaron and Tillie, the author portrays the internal struggles and external pressures faced by young people with warmth, compassion, and a touch of humor. The novel offers alternate scenarios that showcase the complexity of life's twists and turns, emphasizing the importance of support and connection in overcoming despair and finding hope.
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Save:'Millennium' by John Varley is a science fiction novel that intertwines the present and future timelines, involving time travel and the manipulation of events to ensure the survival of the human race. The story follows Louise, a woman from the future, and Smith, a present-day NTSB investigator, as they navigate through a complex plot involving rescuing passengers from doomed accidents to populate the future Earth. The narrative is filled with twists, logical progression, and believable characters, keeping readers engaged and turning the pages to uncover the mysteries of time travel and paradoxes.
I once spent seven hundred dollars for an alarm clock. It wasn't an alarm clock when I bought it and it was a lot more than that when I got through with it. The heart of the thing was a World War Two ... - #9
Save:The Mystery of Mrs. Christie by Marie Benedict is a historical fiction novel that delves into the real-life unsolved mystery of Agatha Christie's eleven-day disappearance in 1926. The book alternates between the perspectives of Agatha herself and her husband, Archie Christie, providing a fictionalized account of the events leading up to her disappearance and the aftermath. Through a blend of fact and fiction, the author constructs a captivating narrative that explores Agatha Christie's personal life, her relationships, and her mysterious disappearance, offering a plausible hypothesis to the unknown mystery.
“Lose your dance card,” a voice whispered to me as I passed through the crowd and onto the dance floor. Who would dare say such a thing? Particularly since I was on the arm of Thomas Clifford, distant... - #10
Save:The Au Pair by Emma Rous is a mystery novel that follows Seraphine Mayes as she delves into her family's secrets after the tragic deaths of her parents. The story alternates between present-day Seraphine and the past perspective of Laura, the au pair who was involved in the mysterious events surrounding Seraphine's birth. As Seraphine uncovers long-buried secrets and questions her own identity, she faces danger and deception while trying to unravel the truth about her family's history.
The book is praised for its atmospheric tension, gothic suspense, and intricate plot that keeps readers guessing until the end. With alternating narratives, well-developed characters, and a setting reminiscent of a Kate Morton novel, The Au Pair offers a compelling blend of mystery, family drama, and dark secrets set against the backdrop of an eerie estate on the Norfolk coast.
We have no photographs of our early days, Danny and I. A six-month gap yawns in the Mayes family album after we were born. No first-day-at-school pictures for Edwin, no means of telling which of us tw...
