Timepiece by Myra McEntire is an exciting read that leaves you craving more. From start to finish Timepiece is action-packed. While this is the second book in the Hourglass series, it doesn’t suffer from second book syndrome in any way. McEntire’s wit and pacing bring Timepiece to an entirely different level.
Timepiece is narrated by Kaleb Ballard, the bad boy who has lost everything until Emerson helps bring his father back. Kaleb is still struggling with his mother being in a coma and can’t quite cope with the relationships around him. From Hourglass people may think that Kaleb is kind of a jerk, but seeing the story through his eyes gives the reader a whole new insight into Kaleb. McEntire has crafted a strong male point of view that feels realistic and is more complex than the original impression given. Kaleb is snarky and compassionate, but most of all he is broken. Behind the tattoos and smart remarks Kaleb is trying to find his place in his father’s life and the world of the Hourglass.
Timepiece has an action-filled plot that will keep you flipping the pages. Most chapters end with mini cliffhangers which make the book incredibly hard to put down. The plot progresses with interesting twists and turns that you never see coming. The idea of having time-related abilities, not just time traveling, is not only intriguing but well executed. McEntire weaves together strong characters and an intense plot that make for a truly fantastic read. The Hourglass series is a must-read.