"The Ship Beyond Time" by Heidi Heilig

The Ship Beyond Time is the sequel to The Girl from Everywhere, a time traveling adventure which I read and loved last year. In this second installment Nix and her crew go on another wild adventure after she discovers that she is destined to lose at sea the one she loves. Nix desperately tries to change the future by meddling with the past, and in the process meets another navigator who is determined to change the course of history.

As with the previous book, Heilig draws her inspiration from both myths and historical events and weaves everything into a fast-paced and original story of her own. I cannot say much about the plot without spoiling book 1. Let me just say that if you like time travel, adventures, tall ships, and mythical places, look no further. I also do really like the characters in this book. Nix is a great character: strong, stubborn, but also fiercely loyal and kind. Her father is damaged by personal loss and despair, but is a loving parent and an inspiring leader. Kashmir is a quintessential honest thief. He reminds me of Disney's Aladdin. And Blake combines in himself a 19th century gentleman and a hopeless romantic, ready to lay down his life for the cause he believes in no matter the outcome. This book was a lot of fun. 5 out of 5 stars.