ARC Disclosure: This book was received free of charge from Rocky Mountain Press via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. This was an interesting time-travel narrative that centers around strong emotional themes but might not appeal to readers who favor less personal speculative worlds. The core strengths of the book emerge from its dramatic main premise and the ethical challenges of changing historical events. Though the storyline initially progresses slowly the plot eventually pulls in readers who wait for the timeline connections to become more apparent. Diego and Matthew serve as entry points for understanding the narrative’s complexity yet their character growth might seem to be secondary to plot mechanics for some readers. Hive shows us that common environments can become fascinating when we perceive them as on the brink of disaster. The disparity between the end-of-the-world future and our current world creates narrative tension that propels the story. Hive provides a science fiction adventure that combines complex technical concepts with human drama to create an engaging experience for readers who want meaningful emotional stakes. The book doesn’t redefine time travel storytelling but presents an insightful examination of human determination to preserve their most important things. The initial book of the series, Hive builds its fictional universe and main conflict while leaving sufficient mysteries to compel readers to continue with the series. Even though the book did not match my preference for settings with less modern elements it still offered an intriguing plot that kept me engaged until the end. Full review can be found on Bromantasy.com