Description: A 40-year-old woman swaps places with her 25-year-old self in 2008 San Francisco and discovers that the future--and the past--aren't quite what she'd imagined--
Brief description: Kristina Voegele writes emotionally rich book club fiction with heat and heart. Her work explores the ways women lose and reclaim themselves in the roles, relationships, and expectations that shape their lives, weaving themes of nostalgia, reinvention, chosen family, and the search for belonging. She holds an MFA in creative writing and spent over a decade writing for global brands before publishing her debut novel, Annie in Retrospect, the first book in The Retrospective Series. She lives in the San Francisco Bay Area with her husband, three children, and a cat who thinks he's a dog.
Review Quotes: "Author Kristina Voegele has a smooth confidence when controlling the unique perspective of this novel, and she knows how to keep readers seamlessly on course in a believable blend of magical realism and emotional insight. It's a story that walks the balance between whimsical and wise with effortless prose, delivering amusingly warm narration . . . a highly recommended read that offers a rare, compassionate look at how we evolve through love, mistakes, and second chances."--Readers' Favorite, 5-star review
"Kristina Voegele deftly captures the emotional complexity of a young woman navigating the aftermath of a painful breakup, career uncertainty, and the evolving dynamics of friendship. . . . Annie's story is infused with warmth, humor, and a deep sense of authenticity. With sharp dialogue and poignant reflection, this novel is both a relatable coming-of-age tale and a tribute to resilience in the face of growing pains."--San Francisco Book Review "Replete with realization, dreams deferred . . . and love antidotes . . . Annie's story is one that will resonate with many a dreamer and with women who enjoy vivid romances that offer many opportunities for reflection"--Midwest Book Review "An emotionally rich, time-twisting page-turner infused with wit and longing. The kind of story that sticks with you, long after you've raced to the end."--Megan Walrod, author of It's Always Been Me ". . . with nuances and insights that other time-swap novels don't match, making it a standout . . . Kristina Voegele's approach creates a story of movement, growth, opportunity, and transformation . . . "--California Bookwatch