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Strands of Time (Aeterna Chronicles) Paperback – March 27, 2022

by Kris Ruhler (Author)
4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 43 ratings
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One prophecy. Two Stones. Three Aeternas.
Welcome to the Aeterna Chronicles...

A baker’s apprentice bites off more than he can chew when he discovers the truth of who he really is.

Seventeen-year-old Kallum has life all planned out: pass his simulation test, snap up a job on the upper rung, and ask the girl of his dreams out. No more working at the bakery.

But life has a funny way of ruining plans.

Not only does he get reassigned to a hermit, but his hallucinations also make him fear that he’s turning into his worst nightmare: becoming one of the Crazies.

Worse still, the aetherium, an energy stone bestowed by the alien race called the Aeternas, is failing. And, according to the hermit, it’s all Kallum’s fault. Without the dome shield protecting Levitor, the Reavers and beasts roaming the land outside are bound to invade.

Levitor’s fate rests upon Kallum’s shoulders. He’s the only one who can seek out his father, who has the means to save the city. But the Aeternas are hunting him down, and he’s running out of time.

What will he sacrifice for the greater good?

Strands of Time is the first installment in the series. If you love young adult sci-fi, portal fantasy, time travel, and a touch of romance, don’t miss Kris Ruhler’s debut novel. Click Buy Now or Read Now and join the adventure.

If you like Marissa Meyer, Veronica Rossi, Marie Rutkoski, Marie Lu, or Amie Kaufman, discover Kris Ruhler’s science fantasy series and journey into new worlds today.

The Aeterna Chronicles is a complete 6-book series with two prequels following the adventures of three heroes on three different worlds.
Books 1 & 2: Kallum
Books 3 & 4: Khara
Books 5 & 6: Essie


Shackles of Guilt — Prequel 1: B09ZRT3J6Z
Severed Ties — Prequel 2: B0BGFP2RKC

Strands of Time — Book 1: B09WMBV3MF
Coils of Revenge — Book 2: B09XJWW3RF
Shattered Souls — Book 3: B0B349RQ45
Fractured Bonds — Book 4: B0BGFQ5LWZ
Scorched Threads — Book 5: B0BKK8R7FM
Raging Tides — Book 6: B0BMSF5XB6

Kallum’s adventures (books 1 & 2) will return in the Ember Chronicles which takes place between the events described in Shattered Souls, book 3, and Raging Tides, book 6.
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  1. Book 1 of 8
    Aeterna Chronicles
  2. Print length
    374 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Publication date
    March 27, 2022
  5. Reading age
    13 - 17 years
  6. Dimensions
    5.5 x 0.94 x 8.5 inches
  7. ISBN-13
    979-8440585034
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B09WRKSZ36
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Independently published (March 27, 2022)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 374 pages
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 979-8440585034
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 13 - 17 years
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.08 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 0.94 x 8.5 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 43 ratings

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Kris Ruhler

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Kris grew up reading classic novels to her mother. From these moments, she became fascinated with books and words. It was always the gritty worlds and the characters’ growth that drew her in, and she often found herself engrossed in young adult science fiction, dystopian, and fantasy.

A lifelong daydreamer, she finally decided to put down her dreams onto paper. She tried to write straight science fiction and then straight fantasy, but both never clicked. So now she creates worlds just a tad bit different from ours - a blend of the futuristic with a touch of the fantastic. Like so, Strands of Time, her debut novel and the first book in the Aeterna Chronicles, was born.

Kris holds a degree in psychology and lives in rural Ontario, Canada, with her husband and children. She welcomes your thoughts on her book. Connect with her on her website krisruhler.com

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Mayra&John
5.0 out of 5 stars 2 thumbs up!
Reviewed in the United States on March 12, 2024
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I really enjoyed this book although it was not in my usual genre I was hooked from the opening pages..I would definitely recommend this book.
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M steiger
4.0 out of 5 stars This YA Sci-Fi is action packed and both young and old will enjoy this story!
Reviewed in the United States on February 9, 2023
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This is the first book in the Aeterna Chronicles, I am hooked and now have to find out what happens to Kallum.
This adventure starts with Kallum dreaming of his future, only to find himself doubting his sanity. With the aetherium failing, Kallum discovers that all the events in motion were caused by him. Will the city survive invasion?
Kallum must learn who he really is and what he is capable of. Will he be able to fix what is broken?
This YA Sci-Fi is action packed and both young and old will enjoy this story!
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Bob Dent
5.0 out of 5 stars Great storyline. Couldn't put it down.
Reviewed in the United States on November 13, 2023
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I would recommend this book to anyone who likes science fiction. It had a great collection of characters, including some villains. Good storyline easy to follow even through the jumps.
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Sharon Brown
5.0 out of 5 stars exciting & fresh
Reviewed in the United States on June 8, 2022
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Seventeen-year-old Kallum lives in Levitor. He's an orphan. The last seven years he's been the baker's apprentice. But does he want to spend his life as a baker as he dreams for something more. It's time for him to take the FIS test—Fear-Inducing-Simulation. Its results will determine his place in society. He's both hopeful and fearful of the results. Then his life is turned upside down.

Things are changing too fast. The dome that protects Levitor is malfunctioning. If it's not fixed, the city will be under attack by a race of monsters from the outside. At the same time his guardian, the baker, is arrested as a traitor. Suddenly Kallum is thrust into an uncertain future. He not sure where he belongs, who he can trust, or what part he is to play. Worse—he's afraid he might be turning into a Crazy.

Well written, exciting, and fresh. I've already started book 2.
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Emzy Strong
5.0 out of 5 stars Wow
Reviewed in the United States on February 22, 2023
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This is an amazing book. The world that the author creates is breathtaking. The author gives the backstory and needed information without overwhelming you, which I as a reader really appreciate. The way the author writes is wonderful. Enough twists to keep you interested with enough hints to keep you invested. I highly recommend this book.
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Karenb
4.0 out of 5 stars Fast paced.
Reviewed in the United States on January 10, 2023
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Fascinating and fast paced
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mw
4.0 out of 5 stars A fun read
Reviewed in the United States on January 12, 2023
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A fun read I like action and story
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rob is behind
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
Reviewed in the United States on July 16, 2022
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I really enjoyed reading this book. I contemplated not giving it 5 stars because I felt the characters were not introduced enough and at first I had a hard time getting remembering who they were, but I finally got the knack of it. Very good story and I can't wait to get into the next book.
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