Review – Chainbreaker (Timekeeper, Book 2) by Tara Sim (5/5 stars)
Reading Level: Young Adult
Genre: Historical Fantasy/Steampunk
Length: 488 pages
Publisher: Sky Pony
Release Date: January 2, 2018
ISBN-13: 978-1510706194
Stand Alone or Series: 2nd book in the Timekeeper series
Source: Bought
Rating: 5/5 stars
“Clock mechanic Danny Hart knows he’s being watched. But by whom, or what, remains a mystery. To make matters worse, clock towers have begun falling in India, though time hasn’t Stopped yet. He’d hoped after reuniting with his father and exploring his relationship with Colton, he’d have some time to settle into his new life. Instead, he’s asked to investigate the attacks.”
This is the 2nd book in the Timekeeper trilogy. This was an amazing continuation of this series. I really enjoy this world, the characters, and Sim’s writing style.
This is a very creative world where time is run by clock towers. Danny is trying to help solve the mystery of who is destroying the clock towers because when the clock towers are destroyed time typically stops. This time clock towers are being destroyed in India and for some reason time doesn’t stop when the clock towers fall. Danny is sent to investigate. Daphne ends up going with him this time to aid in the investigation.
There is some adventure, intrigue, and romance in here. It’s blended together in a way that makes for fast-paced compelling story and I have been absolutely loving it! This is another one of those books where I really enjoy reading about all the characters, so I don’t mind when we switch POVs. A lot happens in this book and I thought the tie-in with the old gods of time was very intriguing.
I also really enjoy Sim’s writing style; it’s very easy to read and pulls me right into the story. The writing flows well and does a good job making the world really come alive.
Overall this was an amazing continuation of the Timekeeper series, I am loving this series so much! I love the unique world, the adventure, and the characters. I would recommend to those who enjoy steampunk adventure/mystery reads with a bit of romance.
