Recognized as premier fiction for kids--winner of a Purple Butterfly award, and named a 2023 finalist for the prestigious Selah Awards. For ages 8-11. Eleven-year-old Jake is amazed when a teenage boy kidnaps the family dog and vanishes. Jake and his twin Ava are determined to find their dog, and soon they use an abandoned key to seek help in--of all places--a clock shop. This clock shop travels through time and space, piloted by a 700-year-old Swiss alchemist. But the dog snatcher isn't easy to catch. He's a centuries-old alchemist too. A famly-friendly chapter book full of surprises, including a trip to France in 1680. --- "Ever since my son has read that book he is wanting to read more. (Smiley face) I am so grateful."--Mrs. Kennedy. "A wholesome romp through time, and readers learn a little history about Vienna and Lyon along the way." -Author of the beloved Andi Carter books, Susan K. Marlow. ¿ "This is a fun journey of laughter and learning. The mystery includes a pirate key, an ancient clock shop, forgiveness, truth, new friends and family ties that warm the heart."-Azalea Dabill, author. "I really think it's a great book. It's interesting and definitely engaging."-E.S., age 10. --- Phyllis Wheeler writes time-travel stories for kids with a bit of fantasy thrown in. Her award-winning books for kids feature strong families and a moral compass. She and her husband live in St. Louis. Be on the lookout for new releases in this series!