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Invisible Footprints in Time?
Maxine Samuels is a research scientist who is driven to answer a single burning why has humanity's spiritual connection to a higher power practically disappeared? Furthermore, what will happen if this connection can't be restored? As she examines her world for an answer, she realizes that power, fear, greed, corruption, and shame have been used throughout history to control people and to prevent them from connecting to the oneness of the world. This is the cause of all the conflict, anger, war, and strife we observe, and will eventually lead to the demise of humanity.
However, she strongly believes that a flicker of spirituality still exists. She hopes to fan it into flame before it goes out, and humanity is lost in the dark. Maxine is certain that the keys to the future lie in the past. She engineers a means to time travel by combining modern science with spirituality and then travels back to places where humanity lost its way. She hopes to use this knowledge to nudge civilization back into spiritual alignment in the present.
The deeper she delves into these mysteries, the more she begins to wonder if it's possible to travel to the past without leaving any footprints, and she realizes she may be in danger of irreversibly altering the very future that she is trying to save. At the same time, she realizes that others may already be traveling to the past, but with a desire to change things for their own benefit.
However, she strongly believes that a flicker of spirituality still exists. She hopes to fan it into flame before it goes out, and humanity is lost in the dark. Maxine is certain that the keys to the future lie in the past. She engineers a means to time travel by combining modern science with spirituality and then travels back to places where humanity lost its way. She hopes to use this knowledge to nudge civilization back into spiritual alignment in the present.
The deeper she delves into these mysteries, the more she begins to wonder if it's possible to travel to the past without leaving any footprints, and she realizes she may be in danger of irreversibly altering the very future that she is trying to save. At the same time, she realizes that others may already be traveling to the past, but with a desire to change things for their own benefit.
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Published January 31, 2020
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June 29, 2023
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Invisible Footprints in Time? (2020) is a piece of science fiction but with a difference, for it is also about history, humanity, and human (spiritual) connection—what is truly important to preserve humanity in its essence.
The story opens some 50-odd years in the future (2075) when researcher/scientist Maxine Samuels is celebrating her 55th birthday and is visited by her son, Patrick, who’s trained as an engineer. Maxine uses the occasion to tell her son about the work she’s been involved in, set in motion by a mysterious package she received many years ago from a woman called June. This led her to become interested (or rather further interested as she was already inclined) in spirituality and the idea of a life force that exists in all of us beyond just the physical form. She explores her own connections to this higher/deeper force through taking up yoga, past-life regression sessions and the idea of life between lives. Her experiences only confirm her belief that it is such spiritual connections that are our essence and that will help humanity in the long run, but beyond that it also leads her to explore these as a means to time-travel. Using these principles, she and her team manage to build and test a method to travel back in time, and this she tells Patrick is what she is about to test herself the next day (there have been previous attempts with animals). As the experiments in time travel begin, while on the one hand, they develop in her a deeper reverence for culture and our pasts, on the other they also throw up numerous dilemmas and ethical questions. Does she find her answers?
Invisible Footprints in Time? was an interesting, creative and quite unique exploration of time travel which delves into ethical and historical aspects making it far more than just an adventure story, though it has those elements as well.
I liked seeing that the world the book is set in, even though in the future, is not the typical (to many stories) dystopian scenario. The world is going on pretty much the same as now, with of course the changes brought about by time. Technology has advanced tremendously with interstellar flights and helitaxis taking over (but causing as many traffic jams and such in the skies as we now have on ground). Away from the larger cities, there are still spaces where one can feel calm and silence, but the world is very much one where people are caught in the rush and pressures of life, with little time or inclination to explore deeper connections with people, history, or nature.
While I didn’t consider the nuances of the science of how it all works, it was interesting to see the author combining ideas from science and spirituality (for want of better word) in how the time travel is made possible. Science does work its magic, but alongside and also alternatively, the connection with that life force that runs within us (our soul) is also relevant, and which can as well take us back and forth in time.
Speaking of connections, the author gives us likeable main characters (Maxine and Patrick whom we see the most of) and the bond between them is strong but also done realistically. Maxine has been a single mom after her short-lived marriage, and we see that her and Patrick’s relationship has navigated its bumps before setting into the strong connection that it is. That understanding also plays a significant part when Pat becomes involved in Maxine’s work.
In the time travel adventures itself, I loved that we get a wonderful sense of place and culture (especially so in Peru which is Maxine’s first destination, and which she follows up with a visit in her time as well). She also has a deep sense of respect for the places she goes to and is cognisant of the ethical questions that her work involves right from the start, not only wanting to ensure that she doesn’t interfere with the past (she makes some mistakes of course, realising that even the littlest thing can matter), but also concerned that her work not be exploited by those with less than noble intentions. Human nature, as her visits to the past confirm is the same across time and place, and greed, hunger for power, conflict and many other ills plague each society; but there are, to give us hope, also those for whom certain things do continue to be sacred and who do live by principles.
Maxine’s travels mean for the reader a chance to get possible answers to some of those historical mysteries that continue to intrigue one, and the answers it was good to see involved a regard for human ingenuity and also other elements of human nature (rather than the popular conspiracy explanations associated with them). We do get our share of adventure too, and some last-minute danger and excitement as things some to an end.
This was an enjoyable read, with plenty of interesting ideas and likeable settings and characters. There were minor issues like the dialogue in the initial chapters feeling a bit stilted in some parts, but nothing that took away from one’s enjoyment of things too much.
3.75 stars rounded off
Invisible Footprints in Time? (2020) is a piece of science fiction but with a difference, for it is also about history, humanity, and human (spiritual) connection—what is truly important to preserve humanity in its essence.
The story opens some 50-odd years in the future (2075) when researcher/scientist Maxine Samuels is celebrating her 55th birthday and is visited by her son, Patrick, who’s trained as an engineer. Maxine uses the occasion to tell her son about the work she’s been involved in, set in motion by a mysterious package she received many years ago from a woman called June. This led her to become interested (or rather further interested as she was already inclined) in spirituality and the idea of a life force that exists in all of us beyond just the physical form. She explores her own connections to this higher/deeper force through taking up yoga, past-life regression sessions and the idea of life between lives. Her experiences only confirm her belief that it is such spiritual connections that are our essence and that will help humanity in the long run, but beyond that it also leads her to explore these as a means to time-travel. Using these principles, she and her team manage to build and test a method to travel back in time, and this she tells Patrick is what she is about to test herself the next day (there have been previous attempts with animals). As the experiments in time travel begin, while on the one hand, they develop in her a deeper reverence for culture and our pasts, on the other they also throw up numerous dilemmas and ethical questions. Does she find her answers?
Invisible Footprints in Time? was an interesting, creative and quite unique exploration of time travel which delves into ethical and historical aspects making it far more than just an adventure story, though it has those elements as well.
I liked seeing that the world the book is set in, even though in the future, is not the typical (to many stories) dystopian scenario. The world is going on pretty much the same as now, with of course the changes brought about by time. Technology has advanced tremendously with interstellar flights and helitaxis taking over (but causing as many traffic jams and such in the skies as we now have on ground). Away from the larger cities, there are still spaces where one can feel calm and silence, but the world is very much one where people are caught in the rush and pressures of life, with little time or inclination to explore deeper connections with people, history, or nature.
While I didn’t consider the nuances of the science of how it all works, it was interesting to see the author combining ideas from science and spirituality (for want of better word) in how the time travel is made possible. Science does work its magic, but alongside and also alternatively, the connection with that life force that runs within us (our soul) is also relevant, and which can as well take us back and forth in time.
Speaking of connections, the author gives us likeable main characters (Maxine and Patrick whom we see the most of) and the bond between them is strong but also done realistically. Maxine has been a single mom after her short-lived marriage, and we see that her and Patrick’s relationship has navigated its bumps before setting into the strong connection that it is. That understanding also plays a significant part when Pat becomes involved in Maxine’s work.
In the time travel adventures itself, I loved that we get a wonderful sense of place and culture (especially so in Peru which is Maxine’s first destination, and which she follows up with a visit in her time as well). She also has a deep sense of respect for the places she goes to and is cognisant of the ethical questions that her work involves right from the start, not only wanting to ensure that she doesn’t interfere with the past (she makes some mistakes of course, realising that even the littlest thing can matter), but also concerned that her work not be exploited by those with less than noble intentions. Human nature, as her visits to the past confirm is the same across time and place, and greed, hunger for power, conflict and many other ills plague each society; but there are, to give us hope, also those for whom certain things do continue to be sacred and who do live by principles.
Maxine’s travels mean for the reader a chance to get possible answers to some of those historical mysteries that continue to intrigue one, and the answers it was good to see involved a regard for human ingenuity and also other elements of human nature (rather than the popular conspiracy explanations associated with them). We do get our share of adventure too, and some last-minute danger and excitement as things some to an end.
This was an enjoyable read, with plenty of interesting ideas and likeable settings and characters. There were minor issues like the dialogue in the initial chapters feeling a bit stilted in some parts, but nothing that took away from one’s enjoyment of things too much.
3.75 stars rounded off
September 15, 2020
An entertaining debut novel. The author presents an interesting theory on what it means to be human and holds the readers attention as the central character explores and refines the mechanics of time travel and visits different time points in earth’s history. I really enjoyed the sections of the book that were focused Peruvian history and culture.
July 27, 2023
"Invisible Footprints in Time" by Irwin Wislesky is an enthralling exploration of the enigmatic realms of history, science and time. The author takes readers on an intellectual adventure, combining elements of historical fiction, speculative theory, and scientific musings into a seamless narrative that leaves an indelible mark on the mind.
From the moment I delved into this book, I was immediately captivated by the author's elegant prose and his ability to intertwine complex concepts with a compelling storyline - the present (2075) very well intertwined with the past (2015 onwards). The narrative revolves around the Maxine's journey through various historical epochs of June, discovering hidden connections and unseen forces that shape the course of future. As we accompany the character through time, the book cleverly weaves real historical events with fictional elements, making the journey not just informative but also profoundly thought-provoking.
One of the book's notable strengths is its meticulous research. The author masterfully blends science and hypno-regression accurately along with his imaginative narration, ensuring that readers not only get an intriguing plot but also gain a deep appreciation for time travelling and historical eras (e.g., Inca culture) explored. It is evident that the author has invested considerable effort in crafting this work, and his passion for history is palpable on every page.
What sets "Invisible Footprints in Time" apart is its unique approach to the concept of time itself. The author presents intriguing theories that challenge conventional perspectives, prompting readers to contemplate the mysteries of time, causality, and the interconnectedness of events across millennia. Through the Maxine's eyes and Pat's curiosity, we are compelled to question the notion of linear time, and instead, embrace the idea that past events may be interconnected in ways we cannot perceive with our limited human understanding.
Moreover, the character development is praiseworthy, and the protagonist's emotional journey adds an additional layer of depth to the narrative. The reader witnesses introspection, making the book not only an intellectual experience but also an emotional one.
While the narrative is intricate and intellectually stimulating, the prose remains accessible and engaging throughout. The author has a gift for conveying complex ideas in a clear and compelling manner, ensuring that both history enthusiasts and casual readers can thoroughly enjoy the book. In addition, the chapters are intentionally kept shorter to make the concepts simple and clear yet keeps the momentum of reading intact.
"Invisible Footprints in Time" is a thought-provoking masterpiece that leaves an unforgettable impression on its readers. It invites us to ponder the unseen forces that shape our reality and the imprints we leave behind as we journey through life. This book is a true gem that stands out in the genre, and I wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone seeking a thrilling, mind-bending adventure through the annals of time.
From the moment I delved into this book, I was immediately captivated by the author's elegant prose and his ability to intertwine complex concepts with a compelling storyline - the present (2075) very well intertwined with the past (2015 onwards). The narrative revolves around the Maxine's journey through various historical epochs of June, discovering hidden connections and unseen forces that shape the course of future. As we accompany the character through time, the book cleverly weaves real historical events with fictional elements, making the journey not just informative but also profoundly thought-provoking.
One of the book's notable strengths is its meticulous research. The author masterfully blends science and hypno-regression accurately along with his imaginative narration, ensuring that readers not only get an intriguing plot but also gain a deep appreciation for time travelling and historical eras (e.g., Inca culture) explored. It is evident that the author has invested considerable effort in crafting this work, and his passion for history is palpable on every page.
What sets "Invisible Footprints in Time" apart is its unique approach to the concept of time itself. The author presents intriguing theories that challenge conventional perspectives, prompting readers to contemplate the mysteries of time, causality, and the interconnectedness of events across millennia. Through the Maxine's eyes and Pat's curiosity, we are compelled to question the notion of linear time, and instead, embrace the idea that past events may be interconnected in ways we cannot perceive with our limited human understanding.
Moreover, the character development is praiseworthy, and the protagonist's emotional journey adds an additional layer of depth to the narrative. The reader witnesses introspection, making the book not only an intellectual experience but also an emotional one.
While the narrative is intricate and intellectually stimulating, the prose remains accessible and engaging throughout. The author has a gift for conveying complex ideas in a clear and compelling manner, ensuring that both history enthusiasts and casual readers can thoroughly enjoy the book. In addition, the chapters are intentionally kept shorter to make the concepts simple and clear yet keeps the momentum of reading intact.
"Invisible Footprints in Time" is a thought-provoking masterpiece that leaves an unforgettable impression on its readers. It invites us to ponder the unseen forces that shape our reality and the imprints we leave behind as we journey through life. This book is a true gem that stands out in the genre, and I wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone seeking a thrilling, mind-bending adventure through the annals of time.
June 13, 2023
"If you think you have experienced something before, you probably have." Time is sometimes spoken of as the fourth dimension. Is travel through time possible, and if it is, to what end? If a person can travel 500 years in time, does that person remain the same entity, or become someone else? Who, actually, is in charge of the body entered at any given time? Aside from time travel, what happens to a person's spirit when that person is dying? Do things just come to a halt for that person, or is his/her spirit somehow transferred to another entity? If a spirit experiences multiple lives, what is the purpose for that? Does a spirit gain knowledge through multiple life experiences? Is there a possibility of life between lives (per author Wislesky, an LBL), and if so, is there the chance of learning something from past lives? All of these questions, and more, are explored in this intriguing book, Individual Footprints in Time, by Irwin Wislesky.
The principal characters in this book are Maxine and her son Patrick, who has come to visit her on the day before her 55th birthday, 2075. Maxine reveals that she has received something from a person named June, a sole or spirit from Maxine's past life, who died 2 years before Maxine was born, in 2018. Inspired by this gift, Maxine has experimented with time travel, through use of "hypno-regression" and something she refers to as a "G element." Through this experimentation, Maxine has conjured the concept that people are like a bicycle wheel, with a center but with spokes which represent each life. Maxine has further developed a few provisos to time travel: (1) Don't disturb the past; (2) Each past life has something to teach; and (3) to ensure that the world does not fade, there is a need to transfer life energy to the next body, because people become so preoccupied by distractions that they lose track of spirituality, and there is a need to reignite the spiritual connection. In the course of this time travel exercise, Maxine visits Peru in the time of the Incas, the Easter Islands, and Roswell New Mexico.
This book is a fascinating dig into the philosophy of time travel and spiritual connection and will cause the reader to reflect with the author, who has clearly spent much time contemplating the subject. It's well worth a look.
The principal characters in this book are Maxine and her son Patrick, who has come to visit her on the day before her 55th birthday, 2075. Maxine reveals that she has received something from a person named June, a sole or spirit from Maxine's past life, who died 2 years before Maxine was born, in 2018. Inspired by this gift, Maxine has experimented with time travel, through use of "hypno-regression" and something she refers to as a "G element." Through this experimentation, Maxine has conjured the concept that people are like a bicycle wheel, with a center but with spokes which represent each life. Maxine has further developed a few provisos to time travel: (1) Don't disturb the past; (2) Each past life has something to teach; and (3) to ensure that the world does not fade, there is a need to transfer life energy to the next body, because people become so preoccupied by distractions that they lose track of spirituality, and there is a need to reignite the spiritual connection. In the course of this time travel exercise, Maxine visits Peru in the time of the Incas, the Easter Islands, and Roswell New Mexico.
This book is a fascinating dig into the philosophy of time travel and spiritual connection and will cause the reader to reflect with the author, who has clearly spent much time contemplating the subject. It's well worth a look.
September 17, 2025
Invisible Footprints in Time? Is an imaginative and thought-provoking novel that blends science, philosophy, and human curiosity in a unique way. Through the character of Maxine, a determined researcher exploring the mysteries of time travel, Wislesky opens the door to questions about existence, morality, and what lies beyond the physical world. The narrative seamlessly weaves scientific concepts with spiritual reflections, creating a story that is both intellectually stimulating and emotionally engaging. Readers are drawn into vivid possibilities of the future while being challenged to reflect on life’s deeper meaning. A captivating and highly original read.
May 24, 2023
A good first book for this author, while the flow can be hard to get into, the story is interesting and the depictions of the places and foods are wonderful!
May 1, 2024
PERSONAL READ ❤️
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/5
“The pace of the world is so fast, and treasures like this place are so necessary to regain connection to ourselves and to reflect on the historic journey of our lives that got us to this point in time.”
Never before have I procrastinated finishing a book because I simply DID NOT want it to end!! Sir. You write something so whimsical and you don’t make it longer than 250 pages?! That is a crime! 😭💔
As someone who I’d say is currently having a crisis of faith, the way this speaks about spirituality, and shows the invisible threads that bind us all together…simply beautiful! ♾️
The attention to detail, the descriptions, I couldn’t get enough! Science has always been one of my favorite and strongest subjects, and this whole time travel aspect gave me heart palpitations. ❤️
I apologize to my friends who received random snapchats in the middle of the night, of me going off on various theories and conspiracies and had NO clue what I was talking about, all because of this book.
As the book stated, Peruvians are proud people especially when it comes to their food, I absolutely had to try and recreate the mouthwatering dish mentioned ‘Lomo Saltado’ and it was DELICIOUS 🤤
It was a pleasure reading this book ❤️
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/5
“The pace of the world is so fast, and treasures like this place are so necessary to regain connection to ourselves and to reflect on the historic journey of our lives that got us to this point in time.”
Never before have I procrastinated finishing a book because I simply DID NOT want it to end!! Sir. You write something so whimsical and you don’t make it longer than 250 pages?! That is a crime! 😭💔
As someone who I’d say is currently having a crisis of faith, the way this speaks about spirituality, and shows the invisible threads that bind us all together…simply beautiful! ♾️
The attention to detail, the descriptions, I couldn’t get enough! Science has always been one of my favorite and strongest subjects, and this whole time travel aspect gave me heart palpitations. ❤️
I apologize to my friends who received random snapchats in the middle of the night, of me going off on various theories and conspiracies and had NO clue what I was talking about, all because of this book.
As the book stated, Peruvians are proud people especially when it comes to their food, I absolutely had to try and recreate the mouthwatering dish mentioned ‘Lomo Saltado’ and it was DELICIOUS 🤤
It was a pleasure reading this book ❤️
April 26, 2023
Booktasters knows I love time travel books and I really enjoyed novel. I appreciate the unique approach of time travel used by the author. It is certainly thought provoking. I would love a continuation since this felt like a world building story that could really take off into a series. The mother/son relationship was really wonderful to read and added a nice layer to the story.
August 18, 2023
Invisible Footprints in Time by Irwin Wislesky offers an imaginative real-world take on time travel. The story centers around protagonist Maxine Samuels, a 55-year-old research scientist who questions why humanity has lost its spiritual connection to a higher power. Her goal is to find a way to revitalize that connection. She hopes to find the answers she seeks in the past. She has an idea of how to time travel but questions if it is possible to visit the past without leaving any “footprints.” This leads to another question. Have time travelers already visited the past? And if so, did they alter the future for their own benefit? Wislesky raises many pertinent questions relevant to time travel in this intriguing story as Maxine considers both ethical and historical aspects of time travel as she moves back in time to visit ancient cultures looking for answers.
Book Review
For me, the story started out slow as Maxine celebrates her birthday. Her son Patrick comes for a visit and through their conversation, much of the time-travel techno-babel is introduced for how things work. It felt a little like a time travel brochure author info dump, but it didn’t last long. Once the story reached the lab, team, and the excitement of their first try at time-travel, I was hooked. The “science” was believable enough, and the relationship between Maxine and her son added another level of interest and emotional involvement. Something else I appreciate is that the story takes place in 2075, in a futuristic world that is not a dark dystopian mess like so many time travel scenarios depict. I appreciated this changeup.
BookHookup awards Invisible Footprints in Time strong 4 stars. My favorite parts of the book include the visit to Puru’s ancient past where Wislesky provides a sense of culture and setting that captivated my senses. I was impressed by the amount of research he delivered within the storyline itself. And without including spoilers I have to say I really enjoyed the plot discoveries in regards to their trips to the past and how even small things can make a difference in the future. I recommend this book to fans of time travel and think those who enjoyed the Marc McKnight Time Travel Adventure series will love this book. I also recommend it to readers with an interest in ancient mysteries.
Book Review
For me, the story started out slow as Maxine celebrates her birthday. Her son Patrick comes for a visit and through their conversation, much of the time-travel techno-babel is introduced for how things work. It felt a little like a time travel brochure author info dump, but it didn’t last long. Once the story reached the lab, team, and the excitement of their first try at time-travel, I was hooked. The “science” was believable enough, and the relationship between Maxine and her son added another level of interest and emotional involvement. Something else I appreciate is that the story takes place in 2075, in a futuristic world that is not a dark dystopian mess like so many time travel scenarios depict. I appreciated this changeup.
BookHookup awards Invisible Footprints in Time strong 4 stars. My favorite parts of the book include the visit to Puru’s ancient past where Wislesky provides a sense of culture and setting that captivated my senses. I was impressed by the amount of research he delivered within the storyline itself. And without including spoilers I have to say I really enjoyed the plot discoveries in regards to their trips to the past and how even small things can make a difference in the future. I recommend this book to fans of time travel and think those who enjoyed the Marc McKnight Time Travel Adventure series will love this book. I also recommend it to readers with an interest in ancient mysteries.
May 30, 2024
Thank you to Booktasters for providing me with an e-copy of this book. Despite finding the book to be a bit slow and wordy in the start, as the story continued I became more and more interested by the world that the author was building. I loved the exploration of time travelling to the past and enjoyed the glimpse into the futuristic society (since the book is set in 2075). It was nice to see the dynamic between the main character and her son throughout the book, there were many sweet and funny moments. I also found the idea of spirituality and the role in connecting people to be thought provoking. Overall this story was a good reading experience!
January 1, 2025
This was very interesting debut novel, and science fiction read covering the concept of time travel. Overall I really enjoyed the book after a slow start. I feel at the beginning it got a bit bogged down in trying to explain the science behind how the main character was time travelling, and because of this it took quite a while to get going.
However, once the book got going I found this a really enjoyable read, and was very invested in the plot and the characters. I felt the characterisation was well done and you felt with them in the moment when they were time travelling, and there were some interesting events along the way where some tension was built up.
I particularly enjoyed the section that took place in Peru, and took you into the very culture and history of Peru, and I always like it when you can learn new things from a book. I feel there could have been a bit more depth to some of the other time travel elements giving you more of the culture and history involved.
I felt the ending was a bit abrupt and left some issues hanging, and it left me wanting more. Hopefully given this there will be other books that take the story forward and resolves some of these points.
Overall I enjoyed the book and would read more by this author, and if you enjoy books with a science fiction element and a cultural/ historical element I think you would enjoy this book. My overall rating would be 3 1/2 stars rounded up to 4.
I received a review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
However, once the book got going I found this a really enjoyable read, and was very invested in the plot and the characters. I felt the characterisation was well done and you felt with them in the moment when they were time travelling, and there were some interesting events along the way where some tension was built up.
I particularly enjoyed the section that took place in Peru, and took you into the very culture and history of Peru, and I always like it when you can learn new things from a book. I feel there could have been a bit more depth to some of the other time travel elements giving you more of the culture and history involved.
I felt the ending was a bit abrupt and left some issues hanging, and it left me wanting more. Hopefully given this there will be other books that take the story forward and resolves some of these points.
Overall I enjoyed the book and would read more by this author, and if you enjoy books with a science fiction element and a cultural/ historical element I think you would enjoy this book. My overall rating would be 3 1/2 stars rounded up to 4.
I received a review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
March 13, 2024
The story plot was amazing ... the depths of materialization and invisibility if the story and Puru’s ancient past where Wislesky provides a sense of culture and setting that captivated my senses. The mother/son relationship was really wonderful to read and added a nice layer to the story.
I really recommend this book to everyone..
I really recommend this book to everyone..
January 23, 2023
Whimsical and heartfelt. I liked how the author conveyed a sense of wonder through the main characters.
January 12, 2025
I had become quite interested in this book when I read the synopsis in the back page: I was under the impression that the book would be about scientific elements surrounding each one of the topics it mentioned. Then, when I started reading it, on the first pages I found a very interesting scientific dissertation about time travel, spirituality, and a very heartfelt remembrance of a personal episode of the author, and I started wondering what this book really was going to be about...
"Invisible Footprints in Time", by Irwin Wislesky, is a work of fiction, yes, but with a solid scientific base, very detailed and researched, and quite an interesting read covering time travel, the soul's transcendence over time, and log questioned enigmas. The only reason I give it 4 stars is because the ending felt a little rushed, or is it because I wanted to read more about Maxine, Pat and their experiments and their explanation/interaction with the investigations they decided to embark?
Set in the near future (in 2075), it is also a cautionary tale: improperly controlled experiments, and technology falling in the wrong hands, can have devastating effects on all humanity, causing ripples over time when you're dealing with time travel. In this particular point, the book is another version (a longer one) of Ray Bradbury's "Sound of Thunder" and its butterfly effect.
It is evident how much care the author imbued to his work: the degree of detail of the experiments in Peru, in Rapa Nui, and in Roswell, show his interest in bringing a plausible explanation of what went on. We witness the efforts of a group of scientists that, while attempting to better control time-travel, select long discussed events in our history for their tests.
I believe that, should Mr. Wislesky desired to, this could easily become a series, given the premises involved.
"Invisible Footprints in Time", by Irwin Wislesky, is an interesting ride into both the scientific and the paranormal worlds. It is quite entertaining and leaves you wanting more, which I'd say is one of the goals of any writer. Kudos to Mr. Wislesky for that.
"Invisible Footprints in Time", by Irwin Wislesky, is a work of fiction, yes, but with a solid scientific base, very detailed and researched, and quite an interesting read covering time travel, the soul's transcendence over time, and log questioned enigmas. The only reason I give it 4 stars is because the ending felt a little rushed, or is it because I wanted to read more about Maxine, Pat and their experiments and their explanation/interaction with the investigations they decided to embark?
Set in the near future (in 2075), it is also a cautionary tale: improperly controlled experiments, and technology falling in the wrong hands, can have devastating effects on all humanity, causing ripples over time when you're dealing with time travel. In this particular point, the book is another version (a longer one) of Ray Bradbury's "Sound of Thunder" and its butterfly effect.
It is evident how much care the author imbued to his work: the degree of detail of the experiments in Peru, in Rapa Nui, and in Roswell, show his interest in bringing a plausible explanation of what went on. We witness the efforts of a group of scientists that, while attempting to better control time-travel, select long discussed events in our history for their tests.
I believe that, should Mr. Wislesky desired to, this could easily become a series, given the premises involved.
"Invisible Footprints in Time", by Irwin Wislesky, is an interesting ride into both the scientific and the paranormal worlds. It is quite entertaining and leaves you wanting more, which I'd say is one of the goals of any writer. Kudos to Mr. Wislesky for that.
December 5, 2023
Maxine Samuels is a research scientist who experiments in time travel, which has always been an interesting subject for me to read about. With the help of her capable team and her son, Maxine is able to visit Peru, Machu Picchu, and Roswell, New Mexico. Each time trying to act as an observer, so as to not change history while at the same time, trying to understand the mysteries behind their histories. The mother and son relationship was touching, and although I liked the premise of the book, I think I would have preferred it if it had been written in the first person point of view. After reading, I read about the author and it stated that he was strong in both math and science, which explained his preferred writing style.
February 29, 2024
Have you ever wonder what you were like in other lives?
Imagine if you could travel through time to your past self and gain knowledge of your future self. Maxine did just that and discovered the infatuation of time traveling led right back to her prestnself and her son Pat. Realizing that purpose is only found on the present and the present can change the trajectory of the future. What can possibly go wrong with having the knowledge of time travel, well Maxine and her son Pat, realized soon enough. The author captured thr separation that time travel may cause and I felt like that was a very important part in understanding the depths of materialization and invisible.
Imagine if you could travel through time to your past self and gain knowledge of your future self. Maxine did just that and discovered the infatuation of time traveling led right back to her prestnself and her son Pat. Realizing that purpose is only found on the present and the present can change the trajectory of the future. What can possibly go wrong with having the knowledge of time travel, well Maxine and her son Pat, realized soon enough. The author captured thr separation that time travel may cause and I felt like that was a very important part in understanding the depths of materialization and invisible.
September 15, 2024
This debut novel (Invisible Footprints in Time) offers an engaging exploration of humanity and time travel, keeping readers hooked as the protagonist navigates the complexities of temporal manipulation. The author's unique perspective on human existence is thought-provoking. Particularly captivating are the segments that delve into Peru's rich history and culture, adding depth and intrigue to the narrative.
This is a promising first novel, providing a compelling blend of philosophical questions, scientific speculation, and historical detail. While the concept of time travel is well-trodden territory, the author's fresh take and focus on a less explored culture make it stand out.
This is a promising first novel, providing a compelling blend of philosophical questions, scientific speculation, and historical detail. While the concept of time travel is well-trodden territory, the author's fresh take and focus on a less explored culture make it stand out.
April 6, 2023
I think that time travel is always an interesting theme in fiction, and I'm always interested to see how authors work with it.
I thought this was a very beautifully written and thought-provoking book to read. I took an immediate interest in the protagonist, and the other characters, and I wanted to be part of their journey. I quickly became emotionally invested. The chapters were short, so I was quite gripped - I had to read one chapter, then another, then another...
I think anyone who enjoys reading stories about time travel may enjoy this.
I thought this was a very beautifully written and thought-provoking book to read. I took an immediate interest in the protagonist, and the other characters, and I wanted to be part of their journey. I quickly became emotionally invested. The chapters were short, so I was quite gripped - I had to read one chapter, then another, then another...
I think anyone who enjoys reading stories about time travel may enjoy this.
April 7, 2023
The Life Between Lives combined with Time travel — was a fantastic surprise. And I felt right there in the close personal interactions in the various places in time. Love the writing style and shorter chapters. Made me not want to put it down. We’ll fine. Unique take on Time Travel!
March 11, 2024
Very creative interpretation of time travel. Instead of “Back to the Future” model where people travel between periods of time, the author proposes serial reincarnations. I found the storyline confusing, possibly because of the complicated processes required. The group meeting of all incarnations to reach consensus of future plans was disturbing to my world view.
September 18, 2025
This book offers a new and fascinating approach to time travel. The heroin has no idea where she is going nor what to expect. The adventures feel real. Leaves you with wanting more.
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