Contents
📘 Book 1: Ruby Red
Gwen always believed her cousin Charlotte inherited the time travel gene—until Gwen suddenly finds herself transported to the past. Caught unprepared, she is thrust into the world of the mysterious Circle of Twelve, where she’s paired with the handsome (and annoyingly arrogant) Gideon de Villiers. Together, they must travel through history and gather blood samples from other time travelers to fulfill a prophecy that may—or may not—be trustworthy.
📘 Book 2: Sapphire Blue
Now aware of her destiny, Gwen navigates the secrets of the Circle while trying to understand her growing feelings for Gideon. She encounters ghosts, discovers family secrets, and begins questioning the motives of the powerful Count Saint-Germain. With her wit, sarcasm, and a talking demon-gargoyle named Xemerius by her side, Gwen becomes more than just a pawn in a dangerous game of time and fate.
📘 Book 3: Emerald Green
Everything comes to a head in the thrilling conclusion. Betrayals are revealed, and the real purpose of the prophecy is uncovered. Gwen must decide who to trust, fight for her life, and come to terms with her identity—not just as a time traveler, but as someone who holds the key to rewriting the fate of the Circle itself. Oh, and the romance? It gets real.
🧠 Main Themes
- Time Travel: Not just a plot device—it’s central to the politics and intrigue of the series.
- Family Secrets: Gwen’s heritage is more mysterious than anyone expected.
- Love and Trust: Gwen and Gideon’s relationship grows amidst uncertainty and danger.
- Fate vs Free Will: Can a prophecy be changed, or are they all doomed to follow it?
👩👦 Characters to Remember
- Gwendolyn Shepherd: Witty, relatable, and stronger than she thinks.
- Gideon de Villiers: Dashing time traveler with secrets of his own.
- Xemerius: A ghostly demon gargoyle who provides comic relief and loyalty.
- Count Saint-Germain: Manipulative, charismatic, and possibly immortal.
✨ Final Thoughts
The Ruby Red Trilogy blends historical fiction with fantasy, teen drama with thriller pacing. It’s perfect for fans of Outlander or The Infernal Devices, but with a lighter tone and a lot more sass. Once you start, you’ll want to read all three books in one go.
❓FAQ
Yes, it’s generally recommended for ages 12 and up
Yes! The first book was adapted into a German-language film titled Rubinrot (2013)
Not necessarily. It’s as much about character growth and mystery as it is about time-hopping.
Yes! The story is fully wrapped up by the end of Emerald Green
