Now & Then

If you are taking the air with the love of your life and you see a clapped-out motorcycle and sidecar approaching, seek shelter immediately. Do not become entangled with the young man and girl riding the antique contraption. They are the most dangerous people I have ever met. They never intend to do harm, but any contact will disrupt your life forever. The handsome man with the midnight hair and beard is Christopher Marlowe, the genius who wrote Shakespeare's plays. He is sometimes known as Kit Marlon. The girl is his adopted daughter, Hannah Cato. He has escaped through Time from enemies who wish to cut him into four pieces. The only true Time Walker I know, Kit has no understanding of the twenty-first century and is frightened of gas stoves, immersion heaters, and computers. He cannot open sardine tins, loves Hoola Hoops, and is the master of blank verse. It is safe to read this wonderful book, but do not make Kit Marlowe's acquaintance. Your life will never be the same again.