Book Review: Stolen Time by Christine Pope
Christine Pope has built a reputation for creating richly imagined paranormal romance worlds where love, magic, and mystery intertwine. With Stolen Time, the newest installment in The Witches of Mingus Mountain series, she delivers all the elements fans adore, raising the bar with a captivating time travel romance twist. The result is a novel that is immersive, heartfelt, and impossible to put down.Returning to Jerome
One of the most exciting aspects of Stolen Time is its return to Jerome, Arizona, a setting Pope has made iconic in her witch book series. The town almost feels like a character in its own right—full of history, charm, and lingering supernatural secrets.
In this book, readers are treated to the best of both worlds: Jerome in the present day and Jerome in the 1920s. Pope shifts seamlessly between eras, layering her story with intrigue and reminding us that history often holds echoes of the past that shape the present.
The way Stolen Time uses time travel is particularly compelling. Rather than focusing on complicated science fiction mechanics, Pope emphasizes the emotional consequences of traveling through time. The journey feels magical and deeply human. For fans of paranormal romance with a historical flavor, this dual timeline is a delight.
Characters You Can Root For
As with all of Christine Pope books, the true strength of Stolen Time lies in its characters. Devyn and Seth leap off the page from the very beginning.- Devyn is determined yet vulnerable, a heroine readers can instantly relate to.
- Seth is loyal, strong, and steady, balancing Devyn’s fire with quiet strength.
Romance, Magic, and Mystery
At its heart, Stolen Time is a romantic fantasy with a supernatural twist. Pope excels at writing slow-burn relationships that feel authentic. Devyn and Seth’s connection grows with intensity, and the time-travel stakes make their romance feel urgent and unforgettable. Beyond the romance, the book delivers mystery and suspense. Time travel isn’t just a plot device—it’s the key to uncovering long-buried secrets that span decades. Pope balances love, magic, and danger, keeping readers hooked until the last page.Christine Pope’s Expanding Universe
One of the joys of following Christine Pope books is experiencing how interconnected her worlds are. Stolen Time expands her magical universe while keeping ties to beloved characters and settings.- Longtime fans will appreciate subtle cameos and references.
- New readers can dive right in—Stolen Time works beautifully as a standalone.
The Only Downside: It Ends Too Soon
If there’s one complaint about Stolen Time, it’s that it ends too soon. Christine Pope’s storytelling is so engaging that by the final page, readers will crave more. The novel has that “just one more chapter” quality that makes you stay up too late, unable to set it aside.Of course, that’s less of a flaw and more of a testament to Pope’s talent. Few authors can leave readers both satisfied and desperately eager for the next installment quite like she does.
Final Thoughts
Stolen Time is everything you could want in a time travel romance. It blends richly developed characters, magical suspense, and an unforgettable love story. Christine Pope has crafted not just a novel, but an experience—one that transports readers across time and leaves them with the reminder that love is powerful enough to transcend even centuries.
For fans of witch book series, paranormal romance, or Christine Pope books in general, Stolen Time is an absolute must-read. Whether you’ve followed her writing for years or are discovering her for the first time, this story will sweep you away.
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