The Right Time: Back to the 80s

A Time Slip Novel, Book 2

Thirty-year-old Andie is struggling. Despite a fresh start—escaping an abusive ex and making a new home—her old life reaches out to reclaim her. In desperation, she makes a wish and slips back in time.

The 80s are safer and have a reputation as simp.er, but everything is different and new. Despite her strange situation, Andie navigates finding work, making friends, and learning how to live in 1985. Along the way, she challenges herself to make more connections and enjoy life.

Paramedic Zack believes love leads to heartache. He has no time for or interest in having a girlfriend—until he meets awkward and irresistible Andie. He resists her charm and pushes her away—afraid to lose someone the way his father did.

Andie’s been given a second chance. If she doesn’t grasp it, she might as well have stayed in her original time. Zack might be the answer to Andie’s wish—if only she could make him believe they belong together.

A blast from the past, The Right Time: Back to the 80s, reminds us to be careful what you wish for—you just might get what you want.

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Reseñas de la Crítica

“In The Right Time: Back to the 80s, Lena Gibson deftly blends women’s fiction, romance, and magical realism to craft a can’t-miss story of love and identity.” –Travis Tougaw, author of the Marcotte/Collins Investigative Thrillers

time travel romance

At the beginning I wasn't sure I would want to keep listening, probably should have a trigger warning about marital abuse and possible SA. The story was good, I liked the romance, dialogue was great. Thought the going back in time (when I grew up!) was a good approach and funny how the MC was at a loss for so many things. Enjoyed it and would listen to more from this author.

Fantastic time travel drama

This is well narrated and such a well written time travel drama. I loved the characters and how the plot played out. It’s a sweet romance, but it’s also about believing in yourself and wanting a better life.