In France, a team of archaeologists are exploring mysterious medieval ruins. One of them, Professor Johnston starts to question why the company that hired them pays so much attention to just that area. So he went to their headquarters and there is no trace of him, except when they find his glasses and a note of help from him that seems as old as the ruins. So three fellow archaeologists, Chris, Kate and Andre go to the company headquarters where Professor Johnston was last seen. The company explains to the three that Professor Johnston in fact did travel back in time with their latest technology. Now it's up to Chris, Kate and Andre to also go back in time and find their missing professor as well as the story to the ruins.
I thought Timeline, by Michael Crichton, was very visual, everything would be described as if you put a magnifying glass up to it. There are great action scenes in the book, as well as intellectual parts. A bit confusing at times, since the book is about time travel, it switches from past to present very much so. It was even a little boring at times, but the suspense does build and it is definitely worth getting through the rough patches. Overall, a great book, however I would recommend this for older teens and up, mainly because you kind of have to know some extent of history.
Reviewed by Julian, grade 9
Glendale Central Library
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In my opinion, this book was a gripping and fascinating read. I especially enjoyed the detailed descriptions about almost every complicated concept introduced in the book- from the intricacies of medieval jousting to what quantum foam is and how it can be manipulated. This novel really made me think about the differences in customs that people across vast time gaps could have and how dangerous medieval times were. I think that people interested in time travel and medieval times would like this book. I enjoyed this book very much and I would definitely recommend it to others.
Reviewed by NK, Grade 10
Montrose Library