Super Short Summary

The Clockwork Three by Matthew J. Kirby is a steampunk novel set in the late nineteenth century where three young protagonists—an orphan violinist named Giuseppe, a maid named Hannah, and an apprentice clockmaker named Frederick—come together to improve their dire economic situations. They use a combination of supernatural elements and teamwork to overcome their challenges, including Giuseppe’s enchanted violin, Hannah’s pursuit of a hidden treasure, and the creation of Frederick’s clockwork automaton.