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A review by oceanwriter
Anywhen by Beth Duke
adventurous
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
I’m new to the world of time travel fiction and I’m still trying to wrap my mind around the concepts. Anywhen sounded like a perfect book for me to delve deeper into this type of story as I love this mid-20th century era. Woodstock is such an interesting place and time to explore.
In the year 2101, Baezy is sent to the year 1969. Having been named after Joan Baez, she has a special sentiment for this time period. Going to Woodstock is the opportunity of a lifetime, especially because she will get to meet her great-great-great grandmother. Baezy’s time at Woodstock changes her life in more ways than she could have imagined.
It was interesting to see the contrast between the rugged and wild 1960s and a 2100s advanced and sterile society. The story mostly takes place in the 1960s and shows different perspectives through the various characters. I still struggled with the logistics of the time travel (but I’m slowly getting the hang of it!), but I found myself invested in the story, particularly the connection between Baezy and Kelly.
A huge thanks to Book Publicity Services for reaching out and inviting me to read a digital ARC of the book!
Graphic: Drug use
Moderate: Pregnancy
Minor: War