Review by Joe Yamulla @bookbabybookshop
Relic Rupture is the captivating first book of the Benchmark Legacy Series. If you haven’t heard about it yet, it’s time to add this book to your list. It’s a thoughtful examination of life that addresses the heartrending struggles of human nature. These elaborate concepts are brought to the surface through a spellbinding mystery of time travel and the opportunity to redo life’s choices. It begs the question, what would you do differently if you had the chance? Let’s dive in.
In EDD Jordan’s novel, an ancient wooden bench that has benefited humankind for ages rests at the center of a picturesque indoor garden. The relic was once a benign and profound influence on humanity’s future. But when it ruptures in transit, it opens timelines of unnerving visions for those who rest upon it. You will follow those who engage with it – two people discover love, a widower mourns the death of his wife, and a young woman relives her near death attack.
The characters in this book receive the remarkable opportunity to change what they regret, and alter their lives. But, the question is asked, will their present relationships be erased? As I read through this book and came to understand its fascinating characters, I thought a lot about this concept. I thought about human nature – and how mistakes and regret are inevitable aspects of life. If I had the chance to alter my past and address what I regret, would it be the right decision? Life, after all, is a product of mistakes – and learning from them. This book made me think about an opportunity to go back in time and redo what I regret. Although mistakes are painful, what’s worse is losing all that I’ve come to love and appreciate in the present.
Now, some might have pasts so flawed that going back and changing everything seems like a no brainer. So, as you read the book, you’ll wonder how long until someone is so unhappy with their past life that they alter their history and cause a cascade threatening all of humankind.
Relic Rupture is a game-changing novel that gets you thinking about life’s most grandiose topics. It’s filled with mystery, suspense, and wonder. I guarantee that you’ll have a hard time putting it down. Beyond being a fascinating work of fiction and the perfect introduction to an enthralling series, book sales also support a good cause. When you purchase Relic Rupture on BookBaby Bookshop, 25% of its retail price will be donated to Second Chance Ranch Rescue. You can learn more about the book and its cause by visiting the author’s website.
