2015: The Bone Clocks

The story starts in 1984, introducing us to a 15-year-old girl from England named Holly. The book shares the significant moments in Holly's life as she intersects with various characters, some with apparent supernatural powers, some with the power of second sight, and some that seem completely ordinary.Throughout the 6 "snapshots" in this book Holly finds herself in the middle of an incredible confrontation between The Radio People and their archenemies, the Horologists. Why it's on the listThe Bone Clocks will whet your appetite for more. It is unlike most other books you will read. This book flows wonderfully through Holly's life. It is one of the best books you will ever read, and with just a little suspension of your beliefs, you will love every second of this adventure.The characters are captured so perfectly that you almost forget about the story arc itself. When the story arc starts to take over the books become truly exciting.The book has an incredible story to tell and it gets built and enhanced over time. The story is elegant but it keeps its heart in the bonds between people, and many of its passages are nothing short of poetic--and all in a variety of different voices, depending on the character.Read it if you likeEpic stories, Character growth, Fantasy in a modern setting

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