The Clairvoyance Clock (Alex in Wunderstrande, Book One)

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The Clairvoyance Clock (Alex in Wunderstrande #1)

by K.M. Parr (Goodreads Author)

4.21 of 5 stars 4.21 · rating details · 19 ratings · 4 reviews

For seventeen-year-old Alexander Rosengrant, the recent war in Wunderstrande was anything but victorious. Angry that he was forced to stay home while his friends risked their lives as soldiers, Alex harbors resentment toward his Uncle Brody, Lancaster’s star general. In the midst of this controversy, the mention of a mad scientist’s strange heirloom soon propels Alex on a...more

Paperback, First, 332 pages

Published November 22nd 2011 by CreateSpace/ KM Parr Books

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Dec 16, 2011 Giselle rated it 4 of 5 stars

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I really thought I wasn't going to be into it much when I first started reading this book. It was a bit slow and felt a little disjointed, but once the half way mark hit it really started to move along and turned it into a real page turner. I was completely taken by surprise at how much I ended up enjoying this story afterall.

When starting The Clairvoyance Clock I was immediately thrown into the life of Alex who is living with his uncle in Lancaster and has been rebelling to get a little more fr...more I really thought I wasn't going to be into it much when I first started reading this book. It was a bit slow and felt a little disjointed, but once the half way mark hit it really started to move along and turned it into a real page turner. I was completely taken by surprise at how much I ended up enjoying this story afterall.

When starting The Clairvoyance Clock I was immediately thrown into the life of Alex who is living with his uncle in Lancaster and has been rebelling to get a little more freedom. At first I was a bit confused about the setting of the story. It's never made clear if it's based in its own world and what exactly it entails. Does this world have magic? Does it include a whole universe? And most importantly- What exactly is Wunderstande: a country, a planet, a city? These were all questions that circled my mind during the first part of the book; In turn, making me feel a bit distanced from the story. However, during the second half, I suddenly ended up being able to visualize this glamorous world which is, in fact, wonderfully detailed. I didn't even realize it - one moment, it was just there in my mind, clear as day. Instead of being explained from page one, the world building is left to our own disclosure. While I usually like books clearly illustrated so I can situate myself in it, I found myself really enjoying the way KM Parr created a journey for us, as much as for her characters. And all throughout my confusion at the start, I realize I never felt like the world building was inadequate.

The slow beginning is not without substance. We get to know our wonderful and misguided protagonist, Alex, who shows considerable character growth throughout the story. He starts off as this seemingly unruly child who eventually matures into a strong and brave young man. It's impressive how well his character is developed. It is of no wonder, though, seeing how much affliction this journey encompasses. I'm going to warn you that this book does have some violence. KM makes some pretty bold moves during this story that will likely make some eyebrows rise. Though most, like me, will see how much power, even beauty, it gives to the storyline; It's austere, but genuine and shows us we're in for quite a ride.

The Clairvoyance Clock is an admirable start to its series that has more than enough entertaining twists and turns to make up for the slow start. These incredible twists - that I never saw coming might I add - will undoubtedly send us on an exciting adventure in the upcoming installments that I'm now highly anticipating.(less)

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Feb 23, 2012 Shellie Cruz rated it 4 of 5 stars

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I haven’t read anything quite like this before. As always, I went into this with a clear mind and just let the story take me away. The first half or so of the novel we are learning about Alex, the war, his Uncle Brody and his ex. Alex is still upset with his Uncle that he wasn’t allowed to be in the war that his friends were serving in, he wanted to be by them in battle. One night after a fight with Brody he takes off and runs into Lucian, a rebel of some sorts, who promises him something that h...more

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Dec 04, 2011 Kat K. rated it 5 of 5 stars

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A very clever debut novel from KM Parr. The characters are relatable and well crafted and the story is quite a page turner. From gadgets to funny metal creatures and brand new landscapes, KM Parr has created a world of fascination and adventure. It's a thoroughly enjoyable read that holds many surprises and leaves you wanting to read more!

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Oct 08, 2012 Laura-Louise Slattery rated it 5 of 5 stars

This book was terrific! Words actually fail me on this one. It has a great story, great characters and a really good setting. Alex Rosengrant was a good protagonist and the book has a very chilling atmosphere to it which made it exciting to read.
An awesome read from K.M Parr! Five stars!

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Ever since the age of six, K. M. Parr knew it was her destiny to craft the written word. As a student, she would pen short mysteries, typically using her middle school as a setting, and read them to her classmates during English class. At age 12, Miss Parr won a nationwide creative writing contest with her entry entitled, "A Light in the Dark". The same year, her animated children's story "Where D...more

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