Title: Basil Khan and The Secret of the Heritage Clock
Description: Basil Khan loves mysteries—especially the kind that hide in plain sight. He just never expected to be living inside one.

When a beloved master clockmaker dies and leaves behind a will that doesn’t feel right, sixteen-year-old Basil senses something is wrong. The entire estate is handed to a powerful family, while the people who truly cared for the old man are left with nothing. Everyone else accepts it. Basil doesn’t.

Guided by curiosity, logic, and a sharp technical mind, Basil begins searching for clues no one else notices. What starts as a quiet investigation soon becomes a race against time—filled with hidden patterns, mechanical puzzles, unexpected dangers, and truths buried beneath silence.

As Basil digs deeper, he discovers that the key to the mystery may be connected to an extraordinary object: an old clock designed to hold more than just time. Each discovery brings him closer to the truth—and closer to real consequences. To succeed, Basil must rely on patience, critical thinking, and the courage to stand up for what is right, even when the odds are against him.

Basil Khan and the Secret of the Heritage Clock is a smart, fast-paced mystery that blends classic detective storytelling with modern problem-solving. It celebrates curiosity, ethical choices, and the power of thinking differently—showing how one determined mind can make a meaningful difference in an entire community.

Perfect for readers who enjoy puzzles, suspense, and mysteries where intelligence matters as much as bravery.
Subjects: Fiction, mystery & detective, general, Mystery and detective stories, Detective and mystery stories, Mystery, Mystery fiction, Mystery/Suspense, Fiction - Mystery/ Detective, FICTION / Mystery & Detective / General, Mystery & Detective, Mystery & Detective - General, Children’s Middle Grade Books
Time periods: 2026-2226