Timekeeper

Set in an alternate Victorian world where clock towers control time, this debut novel by Tara Sim follows young clock mechanic Danny Hart as he navigates a dangerous landscape of damaged towers and fractured time. When Danny encounters a mysterious boy who is tied to the tower’s spirits and secretly harbors his own secrets, their connection deepens amidst looming threats to the city’s stability. As series of attacks endanger their world, Danny must confront powerful forces and personal sacrifices to save those he loves and prevent time from stopping entirely.