Time Out of Mind

Serendipity - an unexpected pleasant occurrence. That's this book for me. I had hoped for a standard thriller, having neverread this author before. What I ended up with was a book that had me totally hooked in the first 10 pages. Followed by intricate plotting, intelligent observation and real excitement. I am an instant fan and will be trying his other works.

Maxim has created an incredible blend of time-travel fantasy, ghost story, and murder mystery in this book. The story is fascinating, the two heroes are more than likeable, and the unfolding of events had me up until two in the morning! The author's research is impeccable. I was very impressed with the smooth transition from Victorian to modern dialogue and thought processes. This is my favorite book by Maxim so far.

One of my new all-time favorite stories. John R. Maxim is one of the best low-visibility authors around, and this is his best book thus far. New York City in the 1980s, or is it the 1880s? A nicely researched and very well written account of relationships over the course of a 100-year timeline. Love, murder, intrigue, adventure. This book has it all and everything's tied together nicely by Maxim's deft hand. A great book!!!

A totally engrossing book from the first chapter. I originally read this book when it was first published and I still remember its fascinating plot. John Corbin has dreams of a previous life, but are they only dreams. The reader will journey from modern-day New York City to NYC at the turn of the century (1900's), plus meet some historical figures along the way. I highly recommend this book as well as Maxim's "Abel Baker Charlie." They are both worth the time.

This book is one of my all-time favorites. It combines excellent characterization with a unique plot and plenty of suspense. I'd enjoy hearing from other readers who loved this book. A couple other books similar to this are Time and Again by Jack Finney and The Mirror by Marlys Millhiser. -- Jackie Tortorella