So last year I reviewed Andy Gavin's 'The Darkening Dream' which I must add was an utterly amazing and a must read for all book lovers, aged 13+ (In my opinion).
Untimed is Andy's newest novel about a young boy named Charlie who has lived his life in the background, not even his parents remember his name.A mysterious clockwork man tries to kill him during the modern day in Philadelphia, Charlie then tumbles through a hole in 1725 London. The reader is taken on a thrilling adventure through time witnessing young love, murderous machines and history itself.
I have to admit I was extremely excited to get started on Untimed, especially after reading the wonderful novel that is 'The Darkening Dream'. The book for me was a little slow in places, but then again what book isn't? I was however slightly dubious of the illustrations at first, as I like to imagine the people and scenes myself, though they did actually really work for me, as there are not that many and are really quiet beautiful and have a wonderful effect on the story. Yet again a must read for all time travel lovers! 4/5
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