The Time Keeper

By: Mitch Albom

Narrated by: Dan Stevens

From the author who's inspired millions worldwide with books like Tuesdays with Morrie and The Five People You Meet in Heaven comes his most imaginative novel yet, The Time Keeper--a compelling fable about the first man on earth to count the hours.

The man who became Father Time.

In Mitch Albom's newest work of fiction, the inventor of the world's first clock is punished for trying to measure God's greatest gift. He is banished to a cave for centuries and forced to listen to the voices of all who come after him seeking more days, more years. Eventually, with his soul nearly broken, Father Time is granted his freedom, along with a magical hourglass and a mission: a chance to redeem himself by teaching two earthly people the true meaning of time.

He returns to our world--now dominated by the hour-counting he so innocently began--and commences a journey with two unlikely partners: one a teenage girl who is about to give up on life, the other a wealthy old businessman who wants to live forever. To save himself, he must save them both. And stop the world to do so.

Told in Albom's signature spare, evocative prose, this remarkably original tale will inspire readers everywhere to reconsider their own notions of time, how they spend it and how precious it truly is.

©2012 Mitch Albom, Inc. (P)2012 Hyperion

Intriguing and thought provoking story

It never ceases to amaze me how an author can weave a story and make it all come together in the end. This book started out as three separate stories and seemed to be rather short and choppy. I wondered how in the world it would connect, but to my surprise it was a very interesting plot with a touch of science fiction (which I do not enjoy). However I had no trouble with it in this book and was eagerly awaiting the end to see how the characters would be changed. It really causes one to think about the very short "time zone" in our whisper of a lifetime and realize that we should not take one moment for granted.

wonderful

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

yes held my interest to the end

What other book might you compare The Time Keeper to and why?

hard to say... it was different...

Which character – as performed by Dan Stevens – was your favorite?

the timekeeper

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

yes

Any additional comments?

no

Time to Read it.

I really liked this book. The story line was easy to follow and the characters were relatable.

Loved this!!!

Have you listened to any of Dan Stevens’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

Yes. Just as wonderful as the other audio recording he does. He is very talented.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

In a sense i had an extreme reaction as it made me think about how to better use the time I have. It made a few tears come to eyes

Any additional comments?

Best book i've ever listened too.

Dan Stevens is a master narrator

A great story made even more interesting and spellbinding with the Dan Stevens telling it.

Clever story; have to keep listening!

Would you listen to The Time Keeper again? Why?

Would not listen again -- not my style. Listen once, that's all I need.

What did you like best about this story?

Very clever and thoughtful story line. Kept wondering where it was going and how it would turn out.

What about Dan Stevens’s performance did you like?

Good job.

Who was the most memorable character of The Time Keeper and why?

Can't remember; listened a while ago.

Any additional comments?

A nice twist on how we think of time and time travel.

A timely corrective

What an encouraging, and delightful book! I have read several of matches books, and this one ranks among the best.

A beautiful story!

I loved this story! It was beautiful and packed with so much meaning. I found myself often reflecting about what I was hearing and at the end of the story, I almost came to tears.

The performance was 5 stars. I believe Dan Stevens was a perfect match for this story.

BEAUTIFUL

Not only is this book beautifully written, but the narration is perfect!
One of my top 10 favorite books!

Beautiful book

Albom does it again. This book/story is thoughtfully written and narration is just as good. Definitely worth it!