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“Tori and Bobby are well-written—definitely feeling like teenagers, she of the 21st century variety, and he reflecting the culture of 1980. Her technology references are arcane to him, and telephone dials are a mystery to her. The dialogue is often funny, and there are plenty of plot twists while the teens try to enact It Takes a Thief in reverse. And then readers will join Tori in her existential angst—will she ever get back to 2020?
 
“Stealing Time is multi-layered. The authors obviously did a lot of research in order to make their depiction of 1980s New York City feel authentic for era and place. The time-travel science is believable and the ending is satisfying. The story is so riveting, I couldn’t put the book down, despite needing to get up early for work in the next morning. I recommend this book to anyone who enjoys time-travel stories, not just young-adult readers.”

“I wanted to escape back to that decade (the 1980s) and found a pleasant technique to do that. The novel “Stealing Time” takes place almost entirely over a couple of days 45 years ago in March of 1980. The authors take us in their literary time machine to New York City….The book is full of vintage flashback moments. This reviewer’s favorite 1980 moment happens in a record store. Do you remember records? They were before CDs. Life was so different…A cleverly conceived time travel adventure…I absolutely loved this time travel novel. I hope that you do, too.”

“Stealing Time is a true delight for readers seeking a fresh and engaging time-travel tale. With its charming characters, intricate plot, and heartwarming themes, this novel is sure to captivate audiences of all ages. Jacobs and Birnbach have crafted a masterpiece that expertly blends genres, creating a truly unforgettable reading experience.”

“The novel’s dialogue, descriptions, and details all sparkle. And its exploration of how past experiences can shape present lives adds depth and poignancy. Good for YA audiences, but a fun read for adults, too.”

“Take one part From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler. Add a dash of Back to the Future. Season liberally with Freaky Friday. Then garnish with a dash of Ready Player One and blend them magnificently to get this fun and funny heist romp.
“I’m not quite sure how they manage the make so many elements work together so wel, but they do.
“I do pity the poor bookstore owners trying to categorize this. It could fit in Crime, Time Travel, 80s nostalgia, as well as providing a thoughtful examination of the relationships between parents and children.
“I’ve been recommending it to my wife and kids – it’s a quick read.”

“Stealing Time is a zippy, time-bending crime caper, full of youthful verve and fun for all ages. The teenage banter sparkles like the diamond at the center of this heartfelt heist story.”

“Captivating, fast-moving, and funny.”

“What happens when you cross a jewelry heist thriller with time-travel? A new take on both genres that is original and entertaining. Stealing Time will transport you back to gritty 1980 Manhattan along with protagonist Tori, who finds herself far away from her familiar 2020 to team up with her own teenage father to thwart a crime before her grandfather goes to jail for it. A fresh, fun, authentic must-read for both young adults and those not-so-young who came of age in the 80s.”

“Stealing Time is…adventure-packed, exciting, and entertaining…superbly covering themes like family ties, righting past wrongs, second chances, parenting, overcoming life’s obstacles, time travel, differences within timelines, and self-discovery….A fun must-read.”

“Fun time-travel romp with an important heist, and lives at stake. Good feel for the period, crisp writing, and moves along at a brisk pace. Highly recommended.”

“Jacobs and Birnbach offer a classically surreal time-travel dilemma with this spirited coming-of-age adventure… Beneath the time travel adventure, a more profound message about bridging generational gaps between parents and children and the long-lasting impact of choices resonates throughout. The mix of thrilling heist antics and comic drama (“Sometimes when you talk, I understand every word but none of the sentences”) will keep time-travel enthusiasts hooked.”

“These protagonists are so likable… The science-y bits about how time travel worked was explained in a way that I got it. The heist bits were super fun…And I loved when Tori tried to explain 2020 to Bobby, and her not getting the 1980 stuff – like no speakerphone, no pausing live TV, not knowing how to write in cursive. Five stars for being the most fun book I’ve read in a while!”

“I would recommend this book because of the plot, definitely, and the characters and humor. I can’t stress it enough: the robbers were great. I loved reading about them, and it made this into a book that’s more something my friend group would enjoy because darker plotlines are fun. This is an amazing concept and an amazing story. Bobby was my favorite character, followed closely by Louise, but all the characters were amazing and deep and beautiful!”

“Can I just start by saying that this manuscript might get me back into reading again? It made me reflect on when I used to read these kinds of fiction books and how I enjoyed having a movie play in my head while reading them. It’s like my imagination has been rebooted again! WHAT AN EPIC STORY!”

“I started reading this book at about 7 pm, expecting to read it bit by bit over the next few days and finish it when I could. I figured I’d want to continue the show I’m currently watching when I got home, so l’d probably just read it while on breaks at work this week. Instead, I finished it by 10 pm, only stopping to close up the store I work at and walk home. I| got hooked and read it as fast as I could, continually wanting to know what happened next. It really pulled me in, and I loved the story!”

“Stealing Time is a sparkling time-travel of a caper that glistens with unexpected twists and mind-bending connections and conundrums.”

“Fans of time-travel narratives will find much to love here…the characters are distinctive enough to keep this work feeling fresh. A delight…a classic…well rendered.”