Somewhere in Time

By Fizza Younis

It's a fairy tale retelling of the classic Sleeping Beauty, set between the twentieth and the twenty-first centuries, the story has a darker paranormal twist, and no happily-ever-after within sight. But what the future holds for our beloved characters, Aurora and Prince Phillip, is yet to be determined.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Fizza Younis
• Release date: Dec 31, 2023
• ISBN: 9791222490113

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Introduction

A story from another time and a different world

Somewhere in Time is a retelling of the classic fairy tale, Sleeping Beauty. The story is set between the twentieth and the twenty-first century. With a much darker paranormal twist and no happily ever-after within sight, it follows the journey of our beloved characters; Aurora and Prince Phillip. What the future holds for them is yet to be determined, so read on to find out how their story unfolds this time around.

More Than a Century Ago

There weren’t many things I wanted from life, but the one thing that I had desired the most remained elusive, hiding just out of my reach. No matter how hard I tried, I couldn’t touch the moon.

The Year was 1904

Looking at the chubby face of their newborn baby girl, they both thought the same thing; she was the most beautiful child in the world and they’d do anything to protect her. It was the happiest day of their lives.

Have you thought of a name yet? Atticus asked his wife.

Aurora, Hima said, smiling, because she is the dawn of our new life.

Beautiful just like her, he said, kissing his daughter on the forehead, Aurora it is then.

After years of waiting and praying, Lord Atticus and Lady Hima received a blessing in the form of their baby girl. They wanted to celebrate her birth with all the pomp and show befitting a princess. Atticus was one of the richest men in the world. Being from a noble family, he was well-respected, and the world would cherish his heiress.

You’re already planning a party, Hima said, knowing him well, Aren’t you? She pursed her lips in a pout.

Yes, I am, my dear, he declared, Honestly, I don’t want the celebrations to end. I have already debriefed the staff and hired a planner. You won’t have to worry about a thing, sweetheart.

Oh, well, there is no point in delaying the inevitable. She gave him the approval. His face beamed with delight.

The day of the party came soon enough. Atticus had invited all the important people, including national and international dignitaries. Unfortunately, an old friend unexpectedly crashed the party, interrupting the celebration.

Phillip’s sudden appearance was most unwelcomed. No one else noticed it as the party went on, but Atticus made sure

Reviews for Somewhere in Time

[fizzayounis88 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Short and quick read. It's one of the best books I have read in a long, long time. And you can read it in one sitting, which is just perfect!