Reviews

“An intriguing and absorbing dual-timeline novel, meticulously researched, which shines a new spotlight on Christian Maclagan, one of the first female archaeologists in Scotland.” -Fiona Valpy, internationally bestselling author of The Sky Beneath Us

“When two women in different eras dare to try to solve the secrets of the past, they discover that their own ghosts are anything but silent. Bernard’s imaginative and engaging tale asks the question of who gets to interpret history, and at what cost. A well-researched and haunting mix of history, science and mysticism.” -Megan Chance, bestselling author of Glamorous Notions: A Novel

“Bernard’s atmospheric prose and brilliant use of archaeological symbolism elevate this story far beyond a traditional thriller, delivering a deeply unique and intelligent read about the secrets we try to bury and the truths that time refuses to forget.”  –Sepehr Haddad, author of the historical fiction bestseller A Hundred Sweet Promises 

“Using an historical figure’s life and work as a springboard, Ms. Bernard deftly weaves together elements of suspense, mystery, and the intrigues of the past uncovered through archaeological discoveries. A truly captivating and memorable read.” 

-Linda Bennett Pennell, bestselling author of The Last Dollar Princess: An American Heiress, Book 1 

“The narrative builds its power through atmosphere, character development, and subtle thematic resonances. Both Christian and Ellen are written with genuine depth—they are flawed, stubborn, intelligent, and deeply human. A novel well worth your time.” -Rebecca Rosenberg, bestselling author of the Champagne Widows series

“Bernard weaves a tapestry of personal struggles, a historical mystery, a bit of modern whodunnit, and a touch of romance in this page-turner tale of two women separated by time but linked by their fascination with Scotland’s intricately carved Neolithic stone balls. Highly recommended.” -Pamela Taylor, internationally bestselling author of the Second Son Chronicles

“At the heart of the novel, Bernard crafts my favorite part of historical fiction: that almost mystical tug history has on us—the feeling that the past is never truly gone and that if we look closely enough, we may uncover something waiting to be understood.” -Janis Robinson Daly, bestselling author of The Unlocked Path

“What Time Has Kept is a brilliant and thought-provoking narrative on love, loss and the power of hidden memories.” -Gail Ward Olmsted, bestselling author of Landscape of a Marriage   

“One of the most fascinating historical mysteries I have read . . . Most of all, I enjoyed the suspense built by the interwoven timelines that made it next to impossible to put this book down. -Readers’ Favorite Book Reviews

“A must-read novel for curious hearts, as well as those who believe that objects can carry meaning across time.” -Historical Fiction Company

“Thoughtful, intelligent, and emotionally rewarding, What Time Has Kept is far more than a story about an ancient artifact. The true heart of the novel lies in its exploration of memory, trauma, identity, and healing.” -Sublime Book Reviews 

“A suspenseful and thought-provoking work of historical fiction.” –Kirkus Reviews