Miles in Time

Title: Miles in Time                      

Author: Lee Matthew Goldberg

Genre: Mystery Thriller YA Time Travel

Series: Miles in Time

Publisher: Wise Wolf Books

Published Date: 2025

Book Length: 304

Format Read: E book supplied by Henry ROI in return for an honest review

Star Rating: 4**** I liked it a lot and recommend

About Book: Solve the mystery, save the future...

14-year-old Miles Hardy spends most of his time as an amateur Sherlock Holmes and running his detective agency with his good friend and loyal assistant, Kevin. However, in sleepy Frontier, Iowa, it's been hard to snag a case bigger than finding some old lady's missing cat-until Miles' genius older brother, Simon the inventor, winds up dead.

Using his knack for uncovering hidden truths, Miles stumbles upon a secret lab where his late brother, Simon, created a ground breaking time machine. Among the discoveries is a chilling video Simon recorded before his death, revealing his fear of being followed and a dire warning: if anything happens to him, Miles must use the time machine to uncover who is after the invention and stop them. The stakes couldn't be higher-if the device falls into the wrong hands, the future itself could be at risk.

From suspicious classmates to shadowy corporations, no one is above suspicion as Miles races against time to solve his first real case. But one wrong move could change everything-and running into his past self is strictly off-limits.

Can Miles crack the case, save his brother's life, and protect the future? Or will time run out before he uncovers the truth?

My Thoughts: Miles in Time by Lee Matthew Goldberg is a YA mystery thriller packed with twists, teen drama, and a dash of time travel. The pacing was steady, and the prose flowed easily, making it a really smooth and enjoyable read from start to finish.

I do love a good time travel story, but this one felt different in a really good way. Yes, there’s sci-fi, but there’s also real heart. The book had drama, suspense, and just the right amount of emotion to make it more than just a mystery. I found myself quickly wrapped up in Miles’ journey as he tried to figure out what really happened to his brother, Simon. It turned into such a page-turner that I ended up reading it in just two sittings!

What stood out to me most was how the book explored more than just the mystery. It delves into teenage angst, grief, brotherly love, and those tricky family dynamics that feel all too real. Goldberg really captures what it feels like to be a teenager caught up in something way bigger than yourself.

I have to say, Goldberg is a fascinating writer. He has a way with words that pulled me in and kept me turning the pages. Even though this isn’t my usual kind of read, I found it a compelling and gripping YA mystery, and I’m so glad I gave it a go.

If you're into stories with heart, high-stakes mystery, and a touch of sci-fi, Miles in Time is one to add to your list!