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A passionate, sweeping novel of a love that transcends time. When twenty-something Wall Street analyst Kate Wilson attracts the notice of the legendary Julian Laurence at a business meeting, no one’s more surprised than she is. Julian’s relentless energy and his extraordinary intellect electrify her, but she’s baffled by his sudden interest. Why would this handsome British billionaire—Manhattan’s most eligible bachelor—pursue a pretty but bookish young banker who hasn’t had a boyfriend since college?
The answer is beyond imagining . . . at least at first. Kate and Julian’s story may have begun not in the moneyed world of twenty-first-century Manhattan but in France during World War I, when a mysterious American woman emerged from the shadows of the Western Front to save the life of Captain Julian Laurence Ashford, a celebrated war poet and infantry officer. Now, in modern-day New York, Kate and Julian must protect themselves from the secrets of the past, and trust in a true love that transcends time and space.
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"Enjoyed this book overall but I found the first half of the book to be much more interesting than the second half.... found the second half to be a bit confusing and think the romance aspect was a bit overdone and repetitive. I do think that Overseas was very well written, and even more so, considering it is the author's first novel. I actually would give this novel three and a half stars if I were able. I would recommend this book, especially to those who enjoy reading about time travel."
— Donna (4 out of 5 stars)
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“Irresistible. A memorable story of a timeless love.”
— Karen White, New York Times bestselling author of The Beach Trees -
“A delicious story about the ultimate romantic fantasy: love that not only triumphs over time and common sense, but, once Kate overcomes Julian’s WWI-era ideas about honor, includes mind-blowing sex.”
— Publishers Weekly (starred review) -
“An engaging romantic debut…Williams’ terrific premise proves…her gift for humor, snappy dialogue, and swooning romance, there’s plenty to enjoy and the promise of more enjoyable escapism to come in future work.”
— Kirkus Reviews
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Jamie, 10/23/2024
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" This book was a pleasant surprise. I honestly thought I wouldn't like it or else I'd just be bored. But that was not the case. It took me no time at all to be sucked into Julian and Kate's story. Their romance was so breathtaking and heartbreaking at the same time. I think this is a love story that many different age groups can appreciate and enjoy. "
— Micalea, 2/18/2014 -
" An absolute confection of a book. Romance, intrigue, time travel....I loved it! A delightful way to spend a Saturday... "
— Ann, 2/14/2014 -
" I am loving this heart-stoppingly romantic book! Great plot AND a great love story! "
— Kim, 1/18/2014 -
" So ridiculous, although it was a fun and fast read. It was a bit like relationship porn. "
— Emily, 1/15/2014 -
" This book was a lot like the "TIme Traveller's Wife" which I wasn't a huge fan of. However I thought this one was good, a quick read, nice romantic story. "
— Cara, 12/21/2013 -
" Not especially good. Kind of a clean version of 50 Shades with a little Time Traveler's Wife thrown in. "
— Courtney, 12/21/2013 -
" I enjoyed reading this book. I thought the author used foreshadowing effectively, giving away some of the clues, but not to a point where I knew exactly, for sure, what was going to happen. It is a quick read. "
— Danielle, 12/4/2013 -
" Not really a romance novel, although it focuses on a romance. There's mystery and suspense as well -- very well done. "
— Amanda, 11/20/2013 -
" Enjoyed this book. On the same line as Disvovery of Witches, but no witches or vampires. Just time travel. "
— Rinda, 9/20/2013 -
" Twilight (if Edward were a hedge fund bazillionaire instead of a vampire) meets The Time Traveler's Wife. "
— Erin, 8/4/2013 -
" If you want something fun and light, but also unique this is the love story for you. It has everything from time travel to wall street. It probably won't be the best book you've ever read, but I think most people will enjoy it. "
— Alison, 5/2/2013 -
" Very, very romantic! If you don't mind a bit of "back in time" stuff it's very well done. I couldn't put it down. "
— Pauline, 3/31/2013 -
" I thoroughly enjoyed this sweet, gentle love story. The whole time traveling explanation didn't really work for me... but it didn't end up detracting too much from the plot. "
— Nicole, 8/10/2012
About Beatriz Williams
Beatriz Williams is the author of numerous novels and series of novels of historical romance and historical mystery fiction. The Summer Wives and The Golden Hour were New York Times bestsellers. A native of Seattle, she graduated from Stanford University and earned an MBA in finance from Columbia University, then spent several years in New York and London as a corporate strategy consultant before pursuing her passion for historical fiction.
About January LaVoy
January LaVoy, winner of numerous awards for narration, was named a Golden Voice by AudioFile magazine in 2019. She is an American actress best known for her character Noelle Ortiz on the ABC daytime drama One Life to Live. In addition to working extensively in narration and television, including roles on Law & Order and All My Children, she has worked on and off Broadway as well as in regional theater.