Just as Richard III is struck down at the infamous Battle of Bosworth, a time machine invented by scientists in the 20th Century transports Richard to Portland, Oregon in August of 2004. Hosgrove, the man who wants academic renown displays such an aggressive attitude to Richard that Richard is overwhelmed by the need to defend himself. Katarina, a scholarly linguist, is the compassionate one who manages to gently nurture Richard in this startling new environment. They want information from Richard, proof of the "two missing Princes" being alive and more, evidence Richard is unclear about no matter the time or place.
In this new revised version, we have facts previously unknown but clarified with the discovery and reburial of Richard III’s remains in Leicester, England. Richard’s DNA led to truths about his physical condition and other revelations.
Richard must adapt to a frighteningly
different culture; but Richard is certainly meeting each challenge with aplomb,
including how to use modern technology of computers and other daily
conveniences we so take for granted.
Being a man of integrity and passion, Richard wants to return to England
of yore to save Anne his wife and his son Edward. One character will quit the project and must
be cajoled back if Richard’s dream has the remotest dream of becoming reality. The
emotional tenseness is one readers will feel as well due to the author’s superb
characterization.
Richard disappears until it is safe to return to work together with a team that is going to try to restore the life of a family member in Richard's original world. Hosgrove will turn toward Richard in a way that challenges credibility. At the same time, the reader is thrilled to see a romance develop in Richard’s life, one that is full of formidable challenges but more endearing for the way it evolves.
The end of this story is a grand
surprise. All in all, this is a most
satisfying historical novel that demands a follow-up because readers will want
to know how this story of royalty in the 21st Century evolves.
Please!
Quite a different take, a redeeming look at King Richard III, "Dick," or "Dickon," a man and leader who continues to intrigue old and new readers! Nicely done, indeed, Joan Szechtman! The audio edition is due to be released September 3, 2018: see:
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