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Simon Bloom, a twelve‑year‑old, is chosen as the Keeper of the Order of Physics. Together with friends Owen and Alysha, he confronts dangerous threats that could destroy the Universe, drawing on his newfound responsibility and knowledge of physics.
The story blends juvenile adventure with science fiction, weaving concepts of space and time into a perilous quest to protect reality.
First publish date: 2009
Genre: Science/Physics
Authors: Michael Reisman
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