The Secret About Time
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He’s lived a century. She’s barely unpacked.
On Brightrock Island, time doesn’t tick like it does on the mainland. When a newcomer stumbles into this secretive, ageless community, sparks fly—but love on the island comes with rules.
Austin Brooks has carried the weight of World War II for nearly a hundred years—but thanks to Brightrock Island’s secret fountain of youth, he hasn’t aged a day. As the town’s easygoing teacher and handyman, Austin has learned to keep his past—and Brightrock’s secret—buried.
Until Caitlyn Landry arrives.
Fresh from heartbreak and desperate for a new start, Caitlyn isn’t looking for love. But her new colleague is infuriatingly charming, and the spark between them is impossible to ignore. Only Brightrock doesn’t welcome outsiders…and someone beyond the island has already begun to uncover the truth.
Now Austin must choose: protect his community’s greatest secret—or risk everythin
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Reader Reviews and Reactions
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ShannonEdits
Authentic New England w/ a Twist
As a born and raised New Englander and a teacher, I appreciated the realism of the setting in a small island town and the school. While I wish there was some variety in vocabulary and some elements seemed a little early in the plot, I enjoyed the characters and their romantic development very much. The forbidden teacher/principal vibes made the story engaging, and the constant secrets of both characters kept me reading to find out what they were hiding from the other. Overall, a unique take on the Fountain of Youth in a setting that is near and dear to my own heart, and I would highly recommend this for fans of that small town vibe with a secret twist!
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Anonymous User
Really very engaging story
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Agrace2022
Trad romance meets suspense
As someone with a love a all things suspense and romance, this book was right up my alley. Despite having some plot that was a tad bit premature, the consistent clues and secrets hinting at the anti-aging kept me engaged in what was to come. Looking forward to seeing what is to come from this author.
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admin
Exactly what I wanted
Paranormal romance is right up my alley and this story did not disappoint. Can't wait to read the rest of it!
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b00klover
Small town secrets & big island chemistry!
What a fresh, refreshing take on the fountain of youth! I was fortunate to be "stuck" on a plane ride with this book - by the end of the five hours, my seatmates were reading it with me :)
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JGoose13
Don’t sleep on this one!
This story is a great fresh take on the Fountain of Youth with a cast of characters that grab you, and incites anticipation for more. Austin is dashing and charming, and Caitlyn is tough and healing from recent tragedies. Their romance makes them all the sweeter. Risk of discovery of the island’s secret leads to edge-of-your-seat tension and a climactic moment that will leave you hooked and ready for the next book!
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LionH
Fantastic, Original Story!
This is the kind of original story I love because it's not your normal romantic setting, but still classic in every way. I would love to read more stories set in this world.
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