Eleven-year-old Silver of Tanglewreck Mansion lost her family and the Timekeeper (clock) in a Time Tornado. Wicked Abel Darkwater and evil Regalia Mason scheme to possess the Timekeeper and become rulers of the Universe; however, they are thwarted by Gabriel and other Throwbacks who save Silver and Time. 2007 USBBY Outstanding International Books List.

Originally published by Bloomsbury Great Britain, in 2006.