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'This time-slip novel is a great read: convincingly narrated with good characterisation, a plot full of mystery and suspense, and a palpable sense of history.' -- Booktrusted (www.booktrusted.com) 'A challenging read, with finely-drawn characters. The children are set in functional, as opposed to dysfunctional, families -- in itself a refreshing change; David's father is a single parent, but through death rather than divorce. And bereavement -- in particular, David's grieving for his mother -- is explored in a sensible and sensitive way. The first of a new series of 'Contemporary Kelpies', this novel is worthy of its famous predecessors.' -- Elizabeth Finlayson, School Librarian Journal, Spring 2004 'Gill Arbuthnott knows just what a strange and alien place a museum can be and she exploits the other-worldliness to spine-chilling effect. An unusual, enjoyable combination of fantasy thriller and psychological drama with a warmly satisfying ending.' -- Kathryn Ross, The Scotsman, 13 December 2003 (Christmas Picks) 'A dramatic read, well crafted, well sustained and imaginative. Kate and David's friendship is based on that between Gill Arbuthnott's daughter and her friend, and its feeling of unforced authenticity is one of the strengths of the story. The relationships within the two families are also utterly convincing, written without affectation of self-consciousness. Aimed at 8 to 12 year olds.' -- Di Hope, Times Education Supplement Scotland, 14 November 2003 'A most engaging fantasy novel. What might have been a straightforward tussle is enriched and complicated by the personal circumstances of the children, particularly David for whom the temptation to return to a time when his mother is still alive proves desperately appealing. Edinburgh, and particularly the city's Museum of Scotland, provides the atmospheric setting and props for this tightly plotted novel. Dynamic and satisfying. For readers aged nine to 12.' -- Lindsey Fraser, Sunday Herald, 5 October 2003 'I thought this book was well-written ... the story is very well done. I would give it marks for originality.' -- Stuart, James Gillespie's High School, Teen Titles, December 2003
The Scotsman, 13 December 2003
'An unusual, enjoyable combination of fantasy thriller and psychological drama with a warmly satisfying ending.'
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
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A perfect summer-holiday page-turner for the under 12's. The Chaos Clock has insider value for readers who know Edinburgh, but whether they do or not Gill Arbuthnott is guaranteed to engage them with a classic good vs evil adventure. Owing a lot to writers like Susan Cooper, the story is an addition to the canon of tales of great powers holding our lives in the balance. Kate and David, the children at the centre of the story are believable contemporary kids (where this firmly differs from Susan Cooper's 1960s creations). David's personal history, with his mother's death haunting him, adds a bit of grit to the narrative. Kate's family is nicely drawn - particularly the slightly harassed mother and toddler Ben.
Over all The Chaos Clock is short sweet and lively. The perfect recipe for quiet children on a not-too-long flight or car journey with the added pleasure that I enjoyed it a whole lot myself too. I look forward to its sequel.
4 of 5 people found the following review helpful
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This was the best book I've read in ages - I bought it for my nine-year old son while in Edinburgh over Christmas, and couldn't wait for him to finish it (actually, I didn't, I read it when he was asleep!) and he adored it - he's going through it for a second time, and to his delight it's a signed copy!
It has a rip-roaring plot, great characters, fantastic locations & loads of excitement to boot - we can't wait for her next book!!!
3 of 4 people found the following review helpful
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This is an excellent first novel aimed a children aged 9-12. It is set in an atmospheric Edinburgh with much of the action taking place in the city's excellent Chambers Street museum. The central characters, Kate and David, are in engaged in a race against time to prevent time itself unraveling. A measured start to the novel quickly becomes a page turner. The characterisation of the principal actors is convincing and vignettes of the city will attract those who know Edinburgh.
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The Chaos Clock
I was read this in class when I was 11 and have recently rediscovered it. I found it a great story, any child will like young or old! Read more
Published 22 months ago by Rosie
A book set in Edinburgh
I ordered this book on the strength of its previous reviews (action-packed plot - amazing twists). When it arrived, I read it with keen interest. Read more
Published on 21 April 2004 by Chrestomanci
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This book is about two kids, Kate and David, who are both eleven years old and best of friends. They have a Muesum project to do together in Edinburgh (where they live). Read more
Published on 5 Nov 2003 by Mr. D. J. Andrew
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