The River of No Return

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An utterly engrossing 'thrill ride' (Vanity Fair) time-travel romance Single, handsome and wealthy, Nicholas Davenant's life is a fa ade constructed to hide the incredible truth - he was born two hundred years ago. In the face of death, Nicholas inexplicably jumped forward in time, now he is yearning for a beautiful woman lost to history. In 1815, that very woman Julia Percy finds herself guardian of the family secret- the manipulation of time, and in grave peril from those who seek to possess her power. When The Guild allows Nicholas to return, fate draws him and Julia together again and puts the future of the world in their hands.

Reviews

A thrill ride * Vanity Fair *
Ridgway offers a well-crafted blend of science fiction, romance, mystery, and historical fiction. * Publishers Weekly *
An engrossing adventure, with mystery, romance, humor, and impeccable historical detail. * The Boston Global *
Ridgway spins an intricate narrative in elegant prose that combines the best of various genres - spy thriller, historical romance, science fiction, fantasy. Throughout, her juxtaposition of past and present is dazzling and often amusing... The River of No Return has the feel of an instant classic, along the lines of Susanna Clarke's Jonathan Strange & Mr. Norrell. Readers will wish they could stop time to savor every page * The Washington Post *
Ridgway has a light and clever touch. . . . The River of No Return satisfies. * Newsday *
A highly entertaining romp; her historical details are accurate, and the character are believable. Fans of Diana Gabaldon's "Outlander" series should enjoy this time-traveling romantic adventure, which may also attract readers who like historical fiction with a twist. * Library Journal *
With a fabulous cast of characters, an original and imaginative storyline and eloquent prose, Bee Ridgway has created a memorable work of fiction that is a delight to read . . . This is a book not to be missed. -- Melissa, www.confessionsofanavidreader.blogspot.co.uk
Bee Ridgway's debut novel delightfully removes the boundaries of life as we know it and dares us to dream * American Way magazine *
Ridgway is a splendid writer . . . The River of No Return is the kind of book that is meant to be read under the covers with a flashlight, or, in the pale grown-up substitution, staying up much later than you know is good for you * Chicago Reader *
Beautifully written with a real sense of rhythm to the words . . . It's easy to get lost in the story from the first chapter. * Historical Novel Society *

Author Bio

Bee Ridgway grew up in Amherst, Massachusetts. She attended Oberlin College (B.A.), then worked for a year as an editorial assistant at Elle magazine. She studied literature at Cornell University (M.A. and Ph.D.). She spent several years living in the U.K. during her studies. She has worked at Bryn Mawr College since 2001. She lives in Philadelphia, PA.