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Come Back to Me
Christian Time-Travel Romance
Come Back to Me
Book 1 of the Waters of Time series
352 pages · First published 2021
When research scientist Marian Creighton's father falls into a coma after pursuing a mysterious source of healing water, she becomes determined to finish his work and save his life. Her investigation unexpectedly transports her from the present day to medieval England, where she encounters William Durham, a knight with his own dangerous obligations and a past that complicates their growing attraction. Stranded centuries from home, Marian must navigate unfamiliar customs, threats to her safety, and the startling possibility that the legends surrounding the healing water are true. As her feelings for William deepen, returning to her own time becomes an increasingly painful choice—even though her father's life may depend on it. Blending historical adventure, romantic suspense, and an intriguing time-travel mystery, this story is ideal for readers who want to escape into another century and fall in love along the way.
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Serious illness and a parent in a coma; medieval violence, armed threats, and physical danger; coercion and restrictive expectations for women; separation from loved ones; intense romantic attraction and kissing.
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Silver Winter Toddy
Pear, ginger, and honey lend this refreshing tea an old-world, restorative character that echoes Marian's search for the legendary healing water capable of saving her father.
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- Steep the tea and any herbs or whole spices in hot water according to the tea type, then strain. Stir in sweetener and juices. Chill and serve over ice.
- Garnish: Citrus peel, herb, or fruit from the recipe, if applicable.
- Glassware: Highball glass.
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Hearthside Spiced Mead
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Honeyed mead and warming spices evoke the medieval halls where Marian finds herself stranded, while its comforting sweetness reflects the unexpected love that makes returning to her own century increasingly difficult.
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- 6 oz plain honey mead
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- 2 whole cloves ↗
- 1 strip orange peel, avoiding the white pith ↗
- 1/2 tsp honey, optional if using dry mead ↗
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- Makes one serving.
- Combine the mead, cinnamon, cloves, and orange peel in a small saucepan. Warm over low heat until gently steaming—do not simmer or boil. Keep over very low heat for 5–10 minutes, tasting occasionally for your preferred spice strength. Strain into a heatproof mug and sweeten with honey if desired.
- Garnish: Orange peel and a cinnamon stick.
- Glassware: Heatproof mug.
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