A Lever Long Enough

Amy Deardon's debut novel, A LEVER LONG ENOUGH, is a compelling time travel adventure that kept me turning pages till the wee hours. The modern day military hatch a plan called Operation FlashBack, which will send a team of four back in time to the crucification of Jesus. The Goal: Film the burial of Jesus. Bring back proof that friends of Jesus rolled away the stone and stole his body. The Motivation: The modern day followers of The Way, those who believe in the resurrection of Jesus, are growing in number and pose a threat to the signing of a Peace Treaty in Israel. The search for "truth" takes the reader on a non-stop, fast-paced ride that includes romance, sabotage, and enough suspense to keep you on the edge of your seat. I cannot fathom how much historical research went into this novel! My favorite fiction always teaches me something; and Amy Deardon's attention to historical detail and accuracy added to the richness of her debut novel. This book begs to be a movie! I'm ready for her next novel. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

Although A Lever Long Enough's title didn't grab me, once I turned the first page I was hooked! Amy's attention to both the scientific and human element were impeccable. Be prepared to nestle your behind in a comfortable place because you won't want to put this book down. I can't wait for book two!

I was unable to put this book down. The history and time elements were great and Amy did an awesome job in her quest to make a historically accurate story of the present going back in time travel to observe Israel just before and during the death of Jesus Christ. The mission is to video the occurrences and hopefully change present day circumstances. They need to prove one way or another that Jesus and his followers were telling the truth about his burial and resurrection. Benjamin and Sara are attempting to fulfill the mission against all odds despite the lack of trust among the crew and their mission support in the present earth time. The fight for truth extends in all directions. Amy has woven a powerful story of intrigue between her characters. I found myself relating to the "good guys" and "bad guys: in their quest to make things right for the Jesus followers of today. I would recommend this book to anyone who loves time travel stories. I gave Amy five stars and can't wait to read her next story. Paulette Harris [...]

In A Lever Long Enough, author Amy Deardon cleverly takes time travel into a new dimension: change history and shape the present not by altering the past but by disproving it. The story's steadily brisk pace paradoxically slows for time travel sequences that take the breath away (the only time my page turning slowed during an up-all-night read). Deardon jettisons an Israeli two-man, two-woman team into vividly portrayed first century Israel and its dangers, while adeptly keeping stride with the unraveling espionage back at their base. Characters and scenes nicely blend military rigor and the dominant action with a sprinkling of humanity's tender moments--and the romance which progressively motivates Colonel Benjamin Feinan, without compromising his drive for a successful mission and unwavering patriotism. His romantic interest, the competent "ice princess" Major Sara Levenson, is driven by her gripping search for truth to the point of vulnerability. Magnificent and authentic depictions of ancient Jerusalem will fascinate the faithful, while details of science both true and fictional are sure to intrigue the analytical and the curious alike. This reader's only complaint is that Deardon's surprise ending leaves me hungry for the sequel she can't serve soon enough.

Amy Deardon has penned an imaginative, fast-paced debut novel. The well-researched specifics of the different time periods, both the near future and the far distant past, breathe life into a story of suspense and action. Readers intrigued by first century history will be entralled with the author's comprehensive content. Readers interested in a great story will be equally satisfied with a novel that keeps them turning pages at an ever-increasing rate of speed. Ms. Deardon's blend of historical accuracy and tight storytelling makes this a read well worth the time investment. I look forward with anticipation to more from Amy Deardon. Highly recommended!