Review: I'll Be Seeing You by Jana Richards - A Time-Travel Romance
"You fell in love with Claire that night on the dance floor, and your world changed forever."
In this review of I'll Be Seeing You by Jana Richards, a time-travel romance set during WWII I share my thoughts on the story, characters, and what readers can expect from this engaging romance novel.
About the Book
I'll Be Seeing You: A Second Chance Time Travel Romance By Jana Richards
Series: Twice in a Lifetime Series Book #1
Published by Independently Published on March 1, 2026
Genres: Romance, Time-Travel
Formats: eBook, Paperback
Pages: 335
When apprentice angel Gabriel takes Frank back in time for a second chance at love, they both learn lessons about trust.
My name is Gabriel Daniels, and the first thing you need to know about me is that I’m dead.
The second thing you need to know is that I’m an apprentice angel. At least, that’s what Thomas tells me. Thomas is a senior angel, and I know he’s real because I’ve seen his wings. He’s the one showing me how things work up here. Or near here. Heaven itself is agonizingly close, close enough to feel, but Thomas says I don’t belong there yet. Not until I earn it.
And this is where things get… unreal.
According to the Heavenly Council, the only way I can earn my wings is by giving three mortals a second chance at love. Thomas and I will take them back to the time they made the choice that shattered their hearts. My task is simple in theory and terrifying in practice: I have to convince them to choose differently this time.
To trust.
To stay.
To love.I'LL BE SEEING YOU is the first book in the Twice in a Lifetime time-travel romance series. This paranormal romance with closed door love scenes, duel-time line love stories and plenty of angel magic, is intended to be read first in the series. Follow that up with book 2 (NEVER CAN SAY GOODBYE) and then book 3 (WHEN I WAS YOUR MAN) for your complete reading pleasure!
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| Genre: | Time-Travel Romance / Historical Romance |
| Setting: | World War II-era England (1944) and Heaven |
| Length: | Full-length novel |
| Content Rating: | Clean to mild (emotional themes, no explicit content) |
| My Rating: | ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ |
Quick Take: A heartfelt time-travel romance blending WWII history, angelic intervention, and second chances, where love hinges on trust and the courage to believe in what can't be fully explained.
Content Considerations: Themes of war (WWII), emotional distress, jealousy, and relationship conflict. Includes scenes of heartbreak, regret, and discussions of mental health concerns within a family context. No explicit content noted.
Here's what worked for me - and where this tale really shines.
My Thoughts
This was such a fun read, with strong It's a Wonderful Life vibes. I kept half-expecting to call Thomas "Clarence," which honestly added to the charm.
At its heart, this story is about trust. Love can't exist without it, and this book explores what happens when that trust is broken.
Right from the opening, we learn that Gabriel's lack of trust cost him his life, landing him in Heaven's "waiting room." There, he meets the angel Thomas and is given a path forward: help others learn trust, hope, and love in order to earn his place in Heaven.
In this first book of the series, Gabriel is assigned to Frank, a WWII soldier who lost the love of his life because of a moment of mistrust. As Gabriel guides Frank through a second chance at the past, he's also forced to confront his own mistakes and begin to understand where he went wrong.
The story is engaging, easy to read, and emotionally satisfying. It blends romance, history, and a touch of the divine into a compelling journey of redemption. This is the kind of story that quietly pulls you in-and then makes sure you're not done when the final page turns.
In Conclusion
I'll Be Seeing You delivers a heartfelt blend of time-travel romance, historical depth, and a gentle touch of the divine. With its focus on trust, second chances, and the enduring power of love, it offers both emotional resonance and an uplifting sense of hope.
Fans of character-driven romance and stories of redemption will find plenty to connect with here. The angel-guided journey adds a unique layer that sets this story apart, while the WWII backdrop grounds it in a meaningful and reflective setting.
This is the kind of story that lingers-and one that will have you reaching for book two before you even realize it.
If you enjoy a bit of historical fiction with your time-travel reads, you might also enjoy my review of Sam Time by Donna Balon, where a history professor slips into the past and befriends Ulysses S. Grant
Excerpt
A single moment of misunderstanding can change everything. Here's a glimpse into the heartbreak that set this story in motion.
A group of drunken British airmen crowded into the cloakroom just ahead of Frank. Whoops of laughter sounded from inside the room.
"Henderson, you sly boots! And all this time you told us the two of you were only friends! What a lark!"
Frank entered the cloakroom just as Claire passionately kissed Charles Henderson. He stared at them in utter devastation. When Gabriel glanced at old Frank on the bed, he saw the same devastation on his face and, for a moment, Gabriel experienced remorse for making him relive it. But he hardened his heart. He had a job to do, and he couldn't let sympathy for Frank get in his way.
The drunken airmen stumbled their way out of the cloakroom, laughing and hooting as they went. Frank waited until they were gone before speaking. "Claire, what's going on?"
She broke free from Henderson. "Frank? What are you doing here? You said you couldn't get leave."
"I believed you." His face was full of pain and incredulity. "You said you loved me, and I believed you. You said Henderson was just a childhood friend, and I believed that, too. But no more." He turned to leave.
She grabbed his arm and whispered urgently, "No! Frank please! It's not how it looks!"
Frank shook off her hand. "Really? Because what it looks like right now is that you made a fool of me."
"Frank, please!"
Frank hurried from the cloakroom and out of the recreation hall.
Meet the Author
About Jana Richards
Jana Richards has tried her hand at many writing projects over the years, from magazine articles and short stories to full-length contemporary romance, paranormal suspense and romantic comedy. She loves to create characters with a sense of humor, but also a serious side. She believes there’s nothing more interesting than peeling back the layers of a character to see what makes them tick.
When not writing up a storm or dealing with dust bunnies, Jana can be found pursuing hobbies such as golf (which she plays very badly) or reading (which she does much better).
Jana lives in Western Canada with her husband, Warren, and a senior cat named Layla.
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Thank you so much for the thoughtful review of I'LL BE SEEING YOU, Gina. Much appreciated!
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