STRANGERS IN TIME by David Baldacci

Reviewed by Tracey Devlyn

Set in 1944 London, STRANGERS IN TIME, the latest from New York Times bestselling author David Baldacci, follows three unlikely allies—Molly, Charlie, and Ignacius—as they struggle to survive Germany’s pounding force on their city.

Fifteen-year-old Molly Wakefield returns to her affluent West London home after years in the countryside, one of millions of children evacuated during the Blitz. But the tearful reunion she imagined never materializes. Instead, she’s greeted by her former nanny—a dear woman, but one who’s keeping secrets from her.

In gritty East London, fourteen-year-old Charlie Matters is raised by his loving gran after losing both parents at a young age. Toughened by hardship, he abandons school to earn what he can and steal what he must.

Bookshop owner Ignacius Oliver is still reeling from the shocking revelations his late wife confessed before her tragic death. When Molly and Charlie stumble into his life, he’s unprepared for the fierce connection he feels—or the instinct to protect them at any cost.

As the war grinds to a close, bonds deepen, long-buried truths rise to the surface, and the trio discovers there’s far more to fear than exploding bombs.

Baldacci delivers a riveting, character-rich tale layered with heartache, hope, and humanity. Atmospheric and emotionally charged, STRANGERS IN TIME is a triumphant historical novel and a worthy follow-up to Calamity of Souls.

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USA Today bestselling author Tracey Devlyn once dreamed of becoming the next Dian Fossey and exploring the wilds of Africa—until she met chemistry and calculus. With an enthusiasm for research that fuels the creative (and occasionally disturbing) plot twists her characters must navigate, it’s no surprise that her suspense-laden stories thrill readers and reveal the nefarious nature hiding behind her smile. Despite the emotional rollercoaster she delivers on the page, Tracey enjoys a laid-back, fleece-and-boots lifestyle with her husband and rescue dog in the mountains of North Carolina. Visit Tracey at TraceyDevlyn.com, @AuthorTraceyDevlyn on Facebook, @traceydevlyn on Bluesky, @traceydevlyn on Instagram, @traceydevlyn on Threads, and @traceydevlyn on X.