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Timekeeper

Tara Sim
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Timekeeper

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2016

Book Brief

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Tara Sim

Timekeeper

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2016
Book Details
Pages

414

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Fantasy

Historical Fiction

Science Fiction
Setting

England • Victorian Era

Topic
LGBTQ+

World History
Publication Year

2016

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

Lexile Level

HL690L

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Super Short Summary

Timekeeper by Tara Sim follows a skilled young clock mechanic in an alternate Victorian world where time is controlled by clock towers. When clocks are damaged, time becomes unstable. The mechanic races to prevent disasters and encounters a forbidden romance that challenges societal norms and personal beliefs. The story explores themes of time, love, and identity.

Mysterious

Suspenseful

Romantic

Fantastical

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

4.0

8,421 ratings

64%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Timekeeper by Tara Sim is praised for its imaginative world-building and unique steampunk aesthetic. Readers appreciate the diverse characters and the blend of romance and mystery. However, some find the pacing uneven and desire deeper character development. Overall, it captivates with its originality and thematic depth, despite minor narrative flaws.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Timekeeper?

Readers who enjoy Timekeeper by Tara Sim are likely fans of steampunk fantasy and LGBTQ+ romance. They might also appreciate the intricate mechanics of time found in works like His Dark Materials by Philip Pullman or the unique world-building of Clockwork Angel by Cassandra Clare.

4.0

8,421 ratings

64%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

414

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Fantasy

Historical Fiction

Science Fiction
Setting

England • Victorian Era

Topic
LGBTQ+

World History
Publication Year

2016

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

Lexile Level

HL690L

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