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Love Lost in Time: A compelling dual-timeline tale of discovery and redemption Kindle Edition

by Cathie Dunn (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.4 out of 5 stars 746 ratings
A reluctant daughter. A dutiful wife. A mystery of the ages.

Languedoc, France, 2018
Historian Madeleine Winters would rather research her next project than rehash the strained relationship she had with her late mother. However, to claim her inheritance, she reluctantly agrees to stay the one year required in her late mother’s French home and begins renovations. But when she’s haunted by a female voice inside the house and tremors emanating from beneath her kitchen floorboards, she’s shocked to discover ancient human bones.

The Mediterranean coast, AD 777
Seventeen-year-old Nanthild is wise enough to know her place. Hiding her Pagan wisdom and dutifully accepting her political marriage, she’s surprised when she falls for her Christian husband, the Count of Carcassonne. But she struggles to keep her forbidden religious beliefs and her healing skills secret while her spouse goes off to fight in a terrible, bloody war.

As Maddie settles into her rustic village life, she becomes obsessed with unraveling the mysterious history buried in her new home. And when Nanthild is caught in the snare of an envious man, she’s terrified she’ll never embrace her beloved again.

Can two women torn apart by centuries help each other finally find peace?

Love Lost in Time is a vivid standalone historical fiction novel for fans of epoch-spanning enigmas. If you like dark mysteries, romantic connections, and hints of the paranormal, then you’ll adore Cathie Dunn’s tale of redemption and self-discovery.

Buy Love Lost in Time to put the past to rest today!
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The discovery of ancient bones reveals a dark secret from the past...

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An unexpected discovery

When Maddie inherits her late mother's cottage in a southern French village, she does not expect to stay.

When she decides to renovate the place, little does she know what lurks beneath the old floorboards...

Carcassonne

A marriage with secrets

On Charlemagne's orders, Nanthild leaves her northern home in Neustria to wed Bellon, the man the king made Count of Carcassonne, an important outpost near the Pyrenees.

Settling into the imposing fortress, Hilda has no intention of giving up the gift she has inherited. She is a wise woman, but Bellon must never know!

Nanthild

A calling fraught with peril

Years pass, with Bellon often away on campaigns. Meanwhile Hilda, following her calling, visits remote villages to lend a hand.

But one day, an old enemy waylays her on her way home...

Editorial Reviews

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"From the richness of Charlemagne's court and the regret of a daughter, as she stands over her mother's grave, to the realisation of an enemy and a skeleton under the kitchen floor, Love Lost in Time: A Tale of Love, Death and Redemption by Cathie Dunn is the unforgettable story that traverses two very different times." ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

~ The Coffee Pot Book Club Award


"The narrative is ripe with emotions as two independent women are pulled in unexpected directions... Both landscapes are beautifully penned for readers to easily get lost in. Additionally, the storylines are engaging, and each helped bring a satisfying conclusion to the other. An enjoyable tale about love, sacrifice, and self-discovery." ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

~ Historical Novel Society


"The historical details are beautiful, and a book which could easily feel oppressively sad is cleverly lightened with the use of romance and a satisfying ending. Well written and easy to read, the historical side may be a little more compelling, but the contemporary details add a layer that cannot be ignored!" ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

~ In'DTale Magazine


"In Love Lost in Time, Ms Dunn creates a fascinating balance between a tragic love story set in the Visigoth empire of the eighth century, and a very modern historian on a quest to find her own personal history in picturesque Languedoc...

Thoroughly researched and beautifully told, both stories complement each other in narrative power and colourful scene-setting; and in the dual narrative the main characters are compelling - each a product of destiny and following their fate, regardless of the cost.

Fans of Kate Mosse will relish this book..."

Shortlisted for Book of the Month!

~ Discovering Diamonds Reviews

"This is an engrossing novel, well written and compelling." ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

~ Olga Swan, bestselling author


"Romance, jealousy, politics and intrigue; wrapped up in two French time zones, which are woven skilfully together."⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

~ Jane Bwye, author

From the Author

Love Lost in Time is a special project. It's partly based on a true story: former neighbours of ours in a small village found some bones and half a skull when they renovated their kitchen. The plot took off from there...I'm fortunate to live in the beautiful city of Carcassonne, and its fascinating history surrounds me. I enjoyed creating a family around Bellon, the first recorded count of Carcassonne, and show his challenges and successes. He found his match in Nanthild.I love writing about areas I live, whether that's Scotland or, now, the Languedoc. And with so much history on my doorstep, there will be more historical titles set in this stunning region soon.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07XDK2DBF
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Ocelot Press (November 28, 2019)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ November 28, 2019
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1.7 MB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 276 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
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Cathie Dunn

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Cathie Dunn writes historical fiction, mystery, and romance. The focus of her historical fiction novels is on strong women through time.

Cathie has been writing for over twenty years. She studied Creative Writing, with a focus on novel writing, which she teaches in the south of France. She loves researching for her novels, delving into history books, and visiting castles and historic sites.

At the moment, Cathie is working on two novels: Treachery, #2 in the House of Normandy series, about Sprota the Breton, handfasted wife of William Longsword, the son of Poppa and Rollo; and The Alchemist's Daughter, #2 in the Affair of the Poisons series. She also continues to plot a medieval murder mystery series set in 13th century Languedoc at the height of the Cathar persecutions.

Cathie's stories have garnered awards and praise from reviewers and readers for their authentic description of the past.

Ascent: The fictionalised story of Poppa of Bayeux, handfasted wife of Rollo (Hrólfr) the Viking. A historical novel about a strong woman who faced many challenges head on.

The Shadows of Versailles: Seduced at Versailles. Broken by tragedy. Consumed by revenge. A historical novel set during the infamous Affair of the Poisons.

Love Lost in Time: A paranormal dual-timeline mystery set in Carcassonne, south of France, in the present and in the time of Charlemagne. A winner of The Coffee Pot Book Club Award and Book of the Month at Discovering Diamonds Reviews, the story is ’beautifully told’ and ’compelling'. Love Lost in Time is also a Finalist in its category from The Coffee Pot Book Club.

A Highland Captive: Set during the Scottish Wars of Independence, A Highland Captive is a ’well-researched’ tale of bravery, of uncertainty, and of recognition of love. Winner of the Chill with a Book Award.

Highland Arms: A fast-paced romantic adventure set in the Scottish Highlands about smugglers, Jacobites and rebellions. A heroine with an insatiable curiosity encounters a Highland rogue. But dangers await!

Dark Deceit: An ’exciting' medieval mystery romance set in England and Normandy, Dark Deceit weaves a tale of murder, changing loyalties, betrayal and love.

Silent Deception: A ’thoroughly enjoyable’ gothic romance novella set in Victorian Cornwall. A young heiress uncovers a dark family secret with the help of a stranger. But he has secrets too. Silent Deception is free in ebook format.

Cathie is a member of the Historical Novel Society and the Alliance of Independent Authors, and she organises historical fiction blog tours for The Coffee Pot Book Club.

After many years in Scotland, Cathie now lives in south of France with her husband, and rescued Charlie Cat and Ellie Dog. Discover more about Cathie at www.cathiedunn.com!

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Customers enjoy the narrative style of the book, particularly its dual timeline structure, with one customer noting how the two time plots are intricately woven together.

"Dunn has written a dual timeline in this book. One taking place in 777 and for a generation later, and the other is more current and contemporary...." Read more

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"...Love is the greatest of all and this novel does not disappoint. I liked how both timelines melded together, yet each separate. Five stars." Read more

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  • Mary Schmidt
    5.0 out of 5 stars Nice multiple timelines
    Reviewed in the United States on May 18, 2023
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    Dunn has written a dual timeline in this book. One taking place in 777 and for a generation later, and the other is more current and contemporary. It was my good fortune that I knew each French word used, but no worries, as there is a short glossary in the back. Love is the greatest of all and this novel does not disappoint. I liked how both timelines melded together, yet each separate. Five stars.
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  • Kate
    4.0 out of 5 stars This dual-timeline story set in France is full of mystery and intrigue.
    Reviewed in the United States on January 20, 2020
    I received an ARC for review.
    In Charlemagne’s time a young woman named Hilda has been betrothed to Count Bellon of Carcassonne, a man she barely knows. She is nervous about her wedding to a man who lives a so far from her home and helps protects Septimania for Charlemagne, a position coveted by others. Despite their rocky start, she comes to love Bellon. Her new position as countess doesn’t stop her from following her calling as a wise-woman, but Septimania is a dangerous place and she can’t escape her enemies forever.

    In the present, Madeleine has moved back to France following her mother’s death to renovate the house and sell it. Madeleine isn’t thrilled about the prospect of staying in the area, but that begins to change when she meets her handsome neighbor. Then strange things start happening in the house. When she searches for the cause of the events, she discovers bones under her kitchen floor. Madeleine sets out to determine what happened to the dead woman and bring her peace. Along the way she learns to find her own peace.

    The interweaving stories of the present and past work well together. Hilda’s story gives more weight to Madeleine’s mysterious discovery and Madeleine’s story helps tie up the end of Hilda’s. This will be a great match for those who like stories that shift between the present and past. While there is mystery and intrigue, the romance helps lighten up the story to keep it from getting too tragic as does the happy ending. I can see this appealing to romance and historical fiction fans. Madeleine’s story adds a contemporary touch for those who don’t like stories too heavy on the history, giving this book wide appeal.

    I gravitated more toward Hilda’s story than Madeleine’s, but I tend to favor historical over contemporary. I personally found myself favoring the excitement of the dangers Hilda faced over Madeleine's contemporary romance. The paranormal elements in Madeleine’s story were also accepted rather quickly, which meant I had to suspend my disbelief a few times.

    Overall I recommend Love Lost in Time to those who love stories that intersect the present with the past with a dash of intrigue and romance.
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  • C. Ripley Miller
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fast-paced engaging dual timeline story
    Reviewed in the United States on March 29, 2023
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    I really enjoy a good dual timeline novel, and Cathie Dunn did not disappoint. The lead characters of Hilda and Bellon, Maddie and Leon are captivating and colorful. The time slip from modern times to the 700s, a period especially intriguing to me, was fast-paced and hard to put down. In addition, the two time plots are intricately woven to come together in a satisfying conclusion. This story is a must-read!
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  • Francophile
    5.0 out of 5 stars Skilfully written dual timeline story
    Reviewed in the United States on August 17, 2020
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    As a history nut and a Francophile, I enjoyed this dual timeline story very much. It’s set in a part of France that I know a little, which added to its already strong interest for me. But I didn’t know much about the era in which the historical part of the story is set – AD777 – so I learned something from reading this. I particularly enjoyed the details of everyday life during that period, which are cleverly woven into the story. The author also skilfully interlinks the stories of Maddie and Nanthild, the modern and the historical timelines. There’s a hint of the paranormal, but it’s not overpowering. A very satisfying read.
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  • Dina Hill
    5.0 out of 5 stars A real page turner
    Reviewed in the United States on June 3, 2021
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    I just loved it. I couldn’t put it down. Great story. I loved the two simultaneous stories. It was awesome.
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  • CMoreno
    2.0 out of 5 stars eh...
    Reviewed in the United States on December 7, 2020
    It was ok. Had a good chapter or two. But basically 2 different stories but just tied them together ot really having much to actually do with each other, other than the bones of one found by the other. Wasn't great. Wasn't terrible. Typical disdain for Christianity blaming the actions of some rulers as being the actions of the Church. typical bad history. Just disappointing in that regard completely.
    The writing isn't bad. A bit clunky in places but overall good enough. It just wasn't for me.
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  • TB
    5.0 out of 5 stars An evocative read for mystery lovers
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 6, 2021
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    I really enjoy stories where the narrative moves between the past and the present and this novel by Cathie Dunn certainly fits the brief. Both plot lines are set in the beautiful area of Carcassonne in the Languedoc region of France, and the skilful detailing that Dunn employs in her story evokes for each a convincing sense of time and place.

    The reader is taken on a journey through the lives of two different women. In AD 777, Hilda battles to retain her autonomy as a healer at a time when women were expected to do as they were told, and in the present day, Madeleine tries to come to terms with a new life while attempting to unravel, not only the mystery of her own birth but the puzzle of the ancient, human remains discovered beneath her kitchen floor.

    If you enjoy mysteries with a strong historical element, a touch of romance, and a great sense of time and place, this should be right up your street!
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  • roberta
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great read
    Reviewed in Canada on January 16, 2024
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    Love the dual timelines!
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  • Jane
    5.0 out of 5 stars This story held me spellbound from the beginning.
    Reviewed in Australia on October 23, 2023
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    I love dual-timeline stories and really loved this one because of the fascinating account of life in France over a thousand years ago. Loved it!
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  • Alison Morton
    4.0 out of 5 stars Very enjoyable dual timeline story
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 29, 2020
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    Two timelines, France, women finding their own paths, a deep-rooted historical mystery and an equally intriguing modern mystery all wrapped up with romance – an enticing read.
    The good writing and attention to detail stand out as does the characterisation. You will feel well anchored in each timeline. Treat yourself!
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  • Diamind
    5.0 out of 5 stars Loved this book!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 12, 2023
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    Love dual time lines, and although this was somewhat different to the usual format it was brilliant. Well written and absorbing, I really loved the characters, especially Nanthild. Highly recommend and will certainly be looking for more from this author
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