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Review of The Time Traveler's Wife (2009) by James K — 17 Apr 2011

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I guess I'm used to time travel stories which eventually explain why things happen (i.e. fulfillment of destiny, etc...). This just felt incredibly random. Spoiler alert ............................................................................................................................

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My only guess, is that it was the only way for the universe/destiny to create Alba, who did have control of her abilities. I have to believe the book was better.

This review of The Time Traveler's Wife (2009) was written by James K on 17 Apr 2011.

The Time Traveler's Wife has generally received positive reviews.

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