By Sam Sedgman (author) Part of the Isaac Turner Investigates series
"Thrill-a-minute, race- against -time, mystery adventure"
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In his first solo fiction outing as author, Sam Sedgeman, of Adventures with Trains fame, has produced a quite extraordinary tour de force which combines an intricately plotted classic ‘closed room’ mystery, with some truly mind-bending science and maths, fascinating facts about our democracy, London landmarks and how the world measures time, in one exciting package!
The mystery involves the inexplicable disappearance of Isaac’s father, The Chief Horologist, who is responsible for Big Ben, on the night the clocks go back and as the debate over the New Time law is about to go to parliament. All that is left is a smashed pocket watch and a cryptic message.
Isaac teams up with new friend Hattie, the clever, confident, and rebellious daughter of Isaac’s godfather, the Speaker of the House. Together they embark on a rooftop-navigating quest across London, solving codes and puzzles as they go. They uncover a dastardly plot at the heart of government and it’s a frantic race to save both his father and the country and time itself!
Packed with excitement, drama, witty dialogue, and ingenious and relatable main characters, I am this will surely grow an army of fans ready for the next instalment of Isaac Turner Investigates.
A locked-room mystery packed with rooftop chases, hidden codes and mind-bending science, The Clockwork Conspiracy is a must for fans of the Adventures on Trains series and Sharna Jackson's High Rise mysteries.
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Aspiring inventor Isaac Turner lives with his dad, the Chief Horologist in charge of Big Ben. But when his father vanishes from the belfry on the night the clocks go back, leaving behind only a smashed pocket watch and a cryptic message, Isaac determines to find him. Hunting a trail of clues through London’s landmarks, Isaac uncovers a sinister plot in the gears of government and embarks on a race against time to save his father – and time itself.
A taut, tense mystery with perfectly-timed plotting, this is guaranteed to make the time fly - Maz Evans
A race of a read. Once you open this book you will not be able to stop reading until the very last sentence. It is the definition of a page-turner. Thrilling, exciting and compelling, Sam Sedgman has written a clever adventure ruled by time and rife with political intrigue, constructing a plot with unexpected twists and turns. A refreshingly contemporary adventure and brilliant fun. - M.G Leonard
An adventure so gripping you will feel like time has stopped! Isaac and Hattie‘s quest through London will keep you reading until your own clock says it’s way past bedtime - Chris Smith
Sam Sedgman is a bestselling author, confirmed nerd and enthusiastic ferroequinologist. Before writing stories for children, Sam worked as a digital producer at the National Theatre, which meant nosing around backstage with a camera and a microphone, cajoling theatre makers into explaining how stories get made. Forever interested in piecing things together, Sam is a lifelong fan of puzzles, games and detective fiction, and once founded a company making murder mystery treasure hunts for adventurous Londoners. His books have been translated into more than 20 languages. When he isn’t writing, Sam can usually be found admiring a handsome timepiece, watching Alfred Hitchcock movies, or explaining some weird fact to you. He lives in London, on top of a railway station.
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A locked-room mystery packed with rooftop chases, hidden codes and mind-bending science, The Clockwork Conspiracy is a must for fans of the Adventures on Trains series and Sharna Jackson's High Rise mysteries. Aspiring inventor Isaac Turner lives with his dad, the Chief Horologist in charge of Big Ben.
The LoveReading4Kids Editorial Team have read and reviewed The Clockwork Conspiracy and determined it is suitable for children aged 9-12 years old
The Clockwork Conspiracy features in the following genres: Adventure Stories, Children's and Young Adult Fiction, Children’s, Teenage and Educational, Books of the Month, Recommendations, Crime & Mystery, Featured Books for 11+ readers, Star Books, Featured Books for 9+ readers
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The Clockwork Conspiracy was written by Sam Sedgman and published by Bloomsbury Childrens Books an imprint of Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
The Clockwork Conspiracy has 332 pages
Yes it is part of Isaac Turner Investigates series
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