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The Keeper
The KeeperWhen Sarah Blackwood reluctantly inherits her reclusive great-uncle's mysterious timepiece shop, she has no idea she's stepping into a role that will forever alter her relationship with time itself.
The Chronos Clock introduces readers to a hidden world where mortality isn't just measured, but managed by a secret society of Keepers who guard powerful temporal artefacts. Sarah, a directionless 28-year-old who recently quit her soul-crushing financial job, finds herself thrust into this arcane world when she discovers that the antique grandfather clock she's inherited can reveal exactly when someone will die.
As London's new reluctant "Keeper," Sarah must navigate not only her strange apprenticeship under the ageless Edwin, but also the dangerous politics of the Clockwork Society - a centuries-old organisation dedicated to protecting temporal artefacts. Her analytical mind and surprising temporal sensitivity make her unusually adept at wielding the clock's powers, even as she grapples with the moral implications of knowing when death will claim those who seek her services.
The novel masterfully blends urban fantasy with philosophical depth as Sarah confronts collectors who would steal powerful artefacts, encounters mysterious "Minute Hands" who exist outside normal time, and gradually discovers her great-uncle's secret research into troubling "temporal anomalies" that threaten the fabric of reality itself. When a series of coordinated temporal disturbances across London reveal a plot to exploit these weaknesses, Sarah must forge unlikely alliances with rival artefact keepers to prevent catastrophe.
At its heart, The Keeper is a story about reconciling with mortality and finding purpose. As Sarah helps clients face their remaining time with dignity, she builds a community of keepers through her controversial marketplace - challenging centuries of isolation among artefact guardians. Meanwhile, her growing connection to the clock gradually transforms her perception of time itself, leading to profound questions about determinism, free will, and the true nature of the artifacts.
The first instalment in The Chronos trilogy, this novel introduces readers to a richly imagined hidden world with its own rules, rivalries, and ancient threats. With its compelling blend of temporal philosophy, magical pieces, and one reluctant heroine's journey from directionless drifter to crucial guardian, The Keeper reimagines urban fantasy through the lens of our most precious and mysterious time itself.
Perfect for fans of Erin Morgenstern's "The Night Circus," V.E. Schwab's "A Darker Shade of Magic," and Neil Gaiman's "Neverwhere," this thought-provoking fantasy offers a fresh take on mortality, purpose, and the true meaning of living fully in whatever time we're given.
The Chronos Clock introduces readers to a hidden world where mortality isn't just measured, but managed by a secret society of Keepers who guard powerful temporal artefacts. Sarah, a directionless 28-year-old who recently quit her soul-crushing financial job, finds herself thrust into this arcane world when she discovers that the antique grandfather clock she's inherited can reveal exactly when someone will die.
As London's new reluctant "Keeper," Sarah must navigate not only her strange apprenticeship under the ageless Edwin, but also the dangerous politics of the Clockwork Society - a centuries-old organisation dedicated to protecting temporal artefacts. Her analytical mind and surprising temporal sensitivity make her unusually adept at wielding the clock's powers, even as she grapples with the moral implications of knowing when death will claim those who seek her services.
The novel masterfully blends urban fantasy with philosophical depth as Sarah confronts collectors who would steal powerful artefacts, encounters mysterious "Minute Hands" who exist outside normal time, and gradually discovers her great-uncle's secret research into troubling "temporal anomalies" that threaten the fabric of reality itself. When a series of coordinated temporal disturbances across London reveal a plot to exploit these weaknesses, Sarah must forge unlikely alliances with rival artefact keepers to prevent catastrophe.
At its heart, The Keeper is a story about reconciling with mortality and finding purpose. As Sarah helps clients face their remaining time with dignity, she builds a community of keepers through her controversial marketplace - challenging centuries of isolation among artefact guardians. Meanwhile, her growing connection to the clock gradually transforms her perception of time itself, leading to profound questions about determinism, free will, and the true nature of the artifacts.
The first instalment in The Chronos trilogy, this novel introduces readers to a richly imagined hidden world with its own rules, rivalries, and ancient threats. With its compelling blend of temporal philosophy, magical pieces, and one reluctant heroine's journey from directionless drifter to crucial guardian, The Keeper reimagines urban fantasy through the lens of our most precious and mysterious time itself.
Perfect for fans of Erin Morgenstern's "The Night Circus," V.E. Schwab's "A Darker Shade of Magic," and Neil Gaiman's "Neverwhere," this thought-provoking fantasy offers a fresh take on mortality, purpose, and the true meaning of living fully in whatever time we're given.
525 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 29, 2025
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