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From the New York Times bestselling author of The Christms Box and A Christmas Memory comes a story tracing the lives of a family through reflective diary entries on love, loyalty, and forgiveness.
April 3, 1912. "Is this life, to grasp joy only to fear its escape? The price of happiness is the risk of losing it."
So reads one of the many wise entries in David Parkin's diary in Timepiece, which traces the miraculous lives of David and his wife MaryAnne as they discover the power of love, loyalty, forgiveness—and a long-forgotten keepsake that will change the fate of their family for eternity.
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"This second book in THE CHRISTMAS BOX trilogy goes back in time before THE CHRISTMAS BOX. It describes how Mrs. Parkin's daughter died and why she and her husband struggled with their relationship after the terrible tragedy. It's a good quick read."
— Marsha (5 out of 5 stars)
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“This fairy tale turned nightmare is timeless.
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New York Times bestseller
Timepiece Listener Reviews
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" This book has some interesting thoughts, especially in the journal entries by one of the characters. It made me think a lot and has a good message. It's an easy read too! "
— Mckell, 2/16/2014 -
" A must read! A beautifully written story of love, faith and unselfishness. "
— Christine, 2/10/2014 -
" Sad story but inspirational. The husband and wife share a beautiful love for their daughter that is challenged during a hardship in their live. "
— Kristy, 2/10/2014 -
" Sweet little book, interesting one to read right after "The Help" because both focus on racism. "
— Madi, 2/8/2014 -
" A story with a little of everything in it. "
— Marie, 1/30/2014 -
" Prequel to The Christmas Box. Sweet love story. I read after having read The Christmas Box already but then did enjoy reading it again after reading The Timepiece. The Locket is also part of this Trilogy but I have not read it yet. "
— Julie, 1/17/2014 -
" I really didn't like the book. The characters were flat. The events contrived. Sometimes I really like this author, but not this time. "
— Vicki, 1/14/2014 -
" Perfect sequel to The Christmas Box. The author tells the widows story and it makes the whole story more complete. Loved it! "
— Sarah, 1/8/2014 -
" i learned that time call heal all wounds. never be afraid to be a true friend "
— Danni, 12/18/2013 -
" If the Christmas Box made you cry then grab the whole box of tissue for this one. (I cried like a baby). A wonderful prequel to the Christmas Box. Another great reminder of what is truly important in life. "
— Crystal, 11/26/2013 -
" "It is in the darkest skies that stars are best seen - perhaps it is divine irony that within the darkest moments we are capable of revealing the greatest light, demonstrating what is best with humanity." Thoughtfully done! "
— Maryanne, 11/23/2013 -
" Not his best work, I think is suppose to be a sequel to the Christmas box but I failed to made the connection "
— Claudia, 11/13/2013 -
" This was a quick read part of the Christmas Box Trilogy. I enjoyed the story very much. "
— Diane, 9/4/2013 -
" Quick read- great love story. This book made me laugh and cry in a good way. "
— Carisa, 7/6/2013 -
" Read the same Christmas I read Christmas box...Once I read that, I had to know the whole story. It's a good choice to read. "
— Brook, 3/23/2013 -
" Good book, usually like the books from this author. Enjoyed this book - an easy read and good story. Part of "The Christmas Box" story line. "
— Desiree, 3/1/2013 -
" His books are all short one-nighters and are very inspirasional "
— Linda, 1/5/2013 -
" It's a good story but a little mushy. And that's saying a lot coming from me (a sucker for romance)! "
— Jennifer, 8/13/2012 -
" I liked learning more about MaryAnne and her husband. It helped me understand her better and why she acted the way she did in The Christmas Box. I cried for about an hour at the end. Having my own daughter now made the story much more meaningful. "
— Wendi, 7/27/2012 -
" THis story by Richard Paul Evans is a very captivating tale about a man who learns life lessons through his love of collecting clocks. Diary entries from this character add insight and depth to this story. "
— Jacquelyn, 6/15/2012 -
" A really easy, light read... finished it in a single afternoon. "
— Melissa, 5/27/2012 -
" Quick read, nice story. A little too religious at points for me, but did bring some tears to my eyes at the end. "
— Michel, 3/17/2012 -
" Short book and easy read. Beautiful story "
— Christine, 12/14/2011 -
" I don't usually like Richard Paul Evan's books, but this one was delightful. "
— Margaret, 11/11/2011 -
" I enjoyed reading about Mrs. Parkins. Very touching story and an easy read. "
— Mary, 8/19/2011 -
" The prequel to "The Christmas Box"; a wonderful love story that takes place in my favorite time in history, the turn of the 20th Century, Victorian America:) "
— Amy, 8/1/2011 -
" This one makes you cry and is a good story but ends so crappy that you kind of wish you hadn't read it at all! "
— Jamie, 5/29/2011 -
" This is so great I'm planning on reading it again. "
— Judith, 5/15/2011 -
" I love Richard Paul Evans and I cry at the end of all his books. I love all his books. "
— Melissa, 5/13/2011 -
" Not his best work, I think is suppose to be a sequel to the Christmas box but I failed to made the connection "
— Claudia, 5/12/2011 -
" My Grandmother let me borrow this book. I wanted a better ending somehow. "
— Amanda, 2/15/2011 -
" This book was so good i hated when i had to put it diwn!:) "
— Emie, 11/30/2010 -
" I really didn't like the book. The characters were flat. The events contrived. Sometimes I really like this author, but not this time. "
— Vicki, 10/26/2010 -
" A must read! A beautifully written story of love, faith and unselfishness. "
— Christine, 8/20/2010 -
" Interesting story between MaryAnne and David Parkin. I did not enjoy the narrator's personal story; the "lesson" felt forced. "
— Sarah, 6/14/2010 -
" Tear Jerker as all Richard Paul Evans books are. "
— Deborah, 4/28/2010 -
" It was nice to fill in the past with this book! "
— Tammy, 4/18/2010 -
" Sweet little book, interesting one to read right after "The Help" because both focus on racism. "
— Madi, 3/11/2010 -
" My grandma gave me this book as a Christmas present as a teenager. So, it is a special book to me. I love Richard Paul Evan's books and the way he works the stories together, reminding me that life is special. "
— Jessie, 1/11/2010 -
" Good book, usually like the books from this author. Enjoyed this book - an easy read and good story. Part of "The Christmas Box" story line. "
— Desiree, 1/9/2010 -
" Again, I really enjoy this author. They are not sappy reads but seem to have a gentle spirit that draws you in. It often provides me great comfort. "
— Cindy, 1/4/2010
About Richard Paul Evans
Richard Paul Evans is the author of the #1 New York Times bestseller The Christmas Box. Each of his more than thirty-five novels has been a New York Times bestseller. , the Romantic Times Best Women’s Novel of the Year Award, the German Audience Gold Award for Romance, five Religion Communicators Council Wilbur Awards, the Washington Times Humanitarian of the Century Award, and the Volunteers of America National Empathy Award .There are more than thirty-five million copies of his books in print worldwide, translated into more than twenty-four languages. Learn more at Facebook.com/RPEFans or his website RichardPaulEvans.com.
About Richard Thomas
Richard Thomas, a film and television actor, is best known for his role as John-Boy Walton on the CBS television series, The Waltons. His performance earned him a Primetime Emmy, as well as two Golden Globe nominations. Also an audiobook narrator, he has read numerous books, including John Grisham’s Theodore Boone series.