About This Book
Reach for this book when your teenager is acting out, making poor choices, or seems to have lost their sense of purpose. It is a powerful tool for boys who are testing boundaries and need a nudge toward productive curiosity. Set in 1915, the story follows fifteen-year-old William, a rebellious Halifax teen sent away to work for the real-life inventor Alexander Graham Bell. As William moves from a life of gambling to working on a high-stakes hydrofoil project to stop German U-boats, he discovers his own capacity for hard work and mechanical genius. It is a sophisticated coming-of-age story that addresses the transition from childhood mischief to adult responsibility. The historical setting provides a safe distance to explore themes of accountability and mentorship while keeping readers hooked with a genuine wartime mystery. It is perfect for ages 10 to 14, especially those who prefer machines and action over quiet introspection.
