But even more than these delightfully surprising turns, the novel's strength lies in Kin's actions as he tries to save Miranda.' –NPR The plot twists and turns.in speedy, page-flipping style, defying me each time I thought I knew what was coming. 'At its core, Chen's book is really about the prides and perils of parenthood, and I'm certain that's what I'll always remember about it. Highly recommended for readers both new and familiar with the genre, and for fans of Audrey Niffenegger's The Time Traveler's Wife or books by Connie Willis.' –Library Journal, starred review 'Chen's debut novel is a welcome addition to this well-traveled genre, with the theories and mechanics of time travel not getting in the way of the character- and plot-driven story. Quick pacing, complex characters, and a fascinating premise make this an unforgettable debut.' –Publishers Weekly, starred review Chen's concept is unique, and agony is deeply moving. 'In this heartfelt and thrilling debut, Chen revitalizes the trope of the absent and unavailable father. 'Clever, thrilling and full of heart, it is an instant sci-fi classic.' – 'A subtly woven meditation about the fragility of time raises the bar in this smart, fun, and affectionate story.' -Kirkus Reviews 'synopsis' may belong to another edition of this title. It’ll take one final trip across time to save Miranda-even if it means breaking all the rules of time travel in the process.Ī uniquely emotional genre-bending debut, Here and Now and Then captures the perfect balance of heart, playfulness, and imagination, offering an intimate glimpse into the crevices of a father’s heart and its capacity to stretch across both space and time to protect the people that mean the most. But when his best efforts threaten to destroy the agency and even history itself, his daughter’s very existence is at risk. Torn between two lives, Kin is desperate for a way to stay connected to both. Their mission: return Kin to 2142, where he’s only been gone weeks, not years, and where another family is waiting for him. Until one afternoon, his “rescue” team arrives-eighteen years too late. Stranded in suburban San Francisco since the 1990s after a botched mission, Kin has kept his past hidden from everyone around him, despite the increasing blackouts and memory loss affecting his time-traveler’s brain.

But his current life is a far cry from his previous career.as a time-traveling secret agent from 2142.

Kin Stewart is an everyday family man: working in IT, trying to keep the spark in his marriage, struggling to connect with his teenage daughter, Miranda. To save his daughter, he’ll go anywhere-and any-when.

Mike chen here and now and then