Bid Time Return by Richard Matheson
The novel centers around a disenchanted and lonely playwright who, while staying at a historic hotel, becomes captivated by a photograph of a beautiful stage actress from the late 19th century. Obsessively drawn to her, he discovers a way to time travel and meets the actress in the past, where they embark on a deeply passionate and bittersweet romance. As he navigates the complexities of time and love, he must confront the heart-wrenching reality that their time together may be fleeting and that their love, while timeless, faces insurmountable obstacles.
The 4171st greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1975
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 278
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- English
- Alternate Titles
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- Somewhere in Time
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This book is on the following 2 lists:
- World Fantasy Award—Novel (World Fantasy Awards)
- 125 Best Romance Books of All Time (Parade)