In Pursuit of the Time Tamperers The Time Trilogy – Part II
A mind-bending science fiction journey through time, consequence, and redemption—where one man must repair a fractured universe before it collapses entirely.
Introduction
What happens when time itself is broken?
In In Pursuit of the Time Tamperers, author Laurence G. Cripe takes readers into a gripping, high-stakes world where past, present, and future collide. A catastrophic distortion in the space-time continuum has triggered a devastating nuclear holocaust—and only a select few have the power to fix it.
About the Author
Laurence G. Cripe
Born in Tucson, Arizona in 1952, Laurence G. Cripe grew up in a military family, moving frequently across the United States. This diverse upbringing shaped his perspective and curiosity about the world.
After serving in the U.S. Navy, he built a distinguished career in law enforcement, including 22 years with the Pima County Sheriff’s Department. He became the first deputy accredited in crash reconstruction by the Accreditation Commission for Traffic Accident Reconstruction
His career included:
- Forensic investigation of hundreds of major collisions
- Expert courtroom testimony
- Instruction in officer safety, DUI investigation, and firearms
- Leadership roles in training and internal affairs
A Lifelong Passion for Science Fiction
Cripe’s fascination with time travel began at the age of nine after watching Journey to the Center of the Earth. From there, he immersed himself in the works of legendary authors like Jules Verne, H.G. Wells, Isaac Asimov, and Robert Heinlein.
A pivotal moment came on November 22, 1963, when he witnessed President John F. Kennedy shortly before his assassination—an event that deeply influenced his lifelong interest in “what if” scenarios and alternate timelines.
About the Book
Story Overview
In Pursuit of the Time Tamperers – The Time Trilogy Part II follows the Chief Architect of Time Displacement, Professor Leonard Van Oort, as he navigates a dangerously altered timeline.
After a failed assassination attempt on President John F. Kennedy creates a catastrophic ripple effect, the resulting distortion devastates Earth. The future is in ruins—and time itself is unstable.
Van Oort, an emissary from God and a Chief Archangel, is tasked with restoring order. To do this, he must recruit the right individual to lead humanity’s reconstruction.
His choice: Michael Sealock, a highly skilled detective from the Greater Los Angeles Police Department in the year 3363 A.D.
Together with Edward Fifty (E-50)—a highly advanced, shape-shifting android designed for time travel—the trio forms a powerful alliance to repair the torn fabric of space-time.
Key Themes
- Time travel and causality
- Redemption and second chances
- Humanity’s survival and responsibility
- Faith, destiny, and higher purpose
- The consequences of altering history
Key Features
- A richly developed time travel system grounded in advanced concepts
- A compelling mentor-student dynamic between Van Oort and Sealock
- A futuristic world shaped by catastrophe and rebuilding
- A unique blend of science fiction with philosophical and spiritual depth
- A mysterious android character enabling seamless transitions through time
- High-stakes action combined with thoughtful storytelling