Now this is the third book in this series, and you might want to treat yourself and read them too, but you can read this one alone, the author gives you enough to keep you up to date.

We are now in the clean up phase after the devastating earthquake that shook San Francisco, and are offered some interesting facts of what was really happening there. We are caught of in the lives of several of the characters, with more to come.

There are times here when evil really raises its ugly head, and you will be holding your breath at the outcome.

I loved the epilogue we are given! You don't want to miss this great read filled with love, compassion, and forgiveness!

I received this book through Net Galley and the Publisher Bethany House, and was not required to give a positive review. ( )

I've always enjoyed books by Tracie Peterson, because she does a fantastic job of leaving me with a deeper appreciation of the historical era and setting she portrays, and characters whose relationships are endearing. When I saw that she wrote a series set in one of my favorite cities, I knew I would love it! And I wasn't wrong. I read all three books in the last couple of weeks, and thoroughly enjoyed them! More than once, I found myself reflecting on my faith, hopes, and dreams, and considered myself blessed for having been led to certain veins of thought in exact moments orchestrated by God Himself. I highly recommend this series if you are looking for books with the right touch of fiction and historical accuracy woven together. ( )

This was a very interesting series by Tracy Peterson About three young women who set off to San Francisco. One is in search of her long-lost brother, Another is in search of love, while the third is running away from love. Will each of these ladies find what they are looking for or find more than they are looking for? A good series set in turn of the century California with a backdrop of the great San Francisco earthquake and its devastation. ( )

I enjoyed this series and although this book wasn't my favorite of the three, I liked it enough to give it four stars. ( )

In Times Gone By is the final book in the Golden Gate Secrets series. I do recommend reading the books in the Golden Gate Secrets series in order. I found In Times Gone By to be well-written with a gentle pace. I would have preferred more of a page turner. Tracie Peterson captured the time period with the devastation of the earthquake, the clothing, conveyances, politics, and attitudes of the people. Tracie Peterson manages to incorporate the historical events seamlessly into the story. Corruption was rampant in government and it was tough to fight the political machine as we see with Patrick Murdock’s story. The characters are developed, and they continued to grow over the course of the series. While In Times Gone By focuses on Kenzie, we also find out what happens with Camri and Judith. Plus, Judith’s relation, Victoria comes to San Francisco and manages to cause problems. I was not fond of Victoria and her shenanigans. I was especially disappointed that the villains did not get what was coming to them (a great injustice). Kenzie’s indecision where romance is concerned is understandable, but I felt it was drawn out. I admired Micah’s persistence where Kenzie was considered, but it can come across as pushy (nowadays it would probably land him in jail and with a restraining order against him). Christianity is an essential part of the story. The main characters beliefs are a part of who they are, and it shows in their everyday lives (having faith, praying, following God’s will and the path he has for their lives). The action picks up near the end of the book and the conclusion will leave readers smiling. I was happy the author provided an epilogue. I am giving In Times Gone By 4 out of 5 stars (I liked it). Fans of historical fiction and Tracie Peterson will be satisfied with the final book in the Golden Gate Secrets series. ( )