The next instalment and a new adventure from the House of Ibn Kathir series, by International Award-Winning author S. N. Jalali. Yusif has had a great summer with the best Eid so far and a super weekend with his friends at Warsoma's sleepover. When Daud arrives with a special book for their school's new planetarium, a mystery reveals itself inside its pages. Yusif and the boys' third year at Dar Al Ilm Academy is about to send them through space, the stars and in search of the Keeper of Time.

** S. N. Jalali is an International Award-Winning author. An Andalus Adventure, her first historical fiction novel won the Best International Fiction award at the 42nd SIBF Awards at the Sharjah International Book Fair. **

The House of Ibn Kathir is her original boarding school adventure series for Tweens and Teens, including The Competition Begins, Year Captain and now The Keeper of Time.

“An unforgettable journey of imagination, this book captivates with its fantastic Muslim characters, gripping plot, and heartwarming themes centred around the marvels of Islamic Civilisation. A must read!”

– Dr. Osman Latiff, Islamic Historian, Author and Senior Researcher and Instructor, Sapience Institute, UK

Book Details

• Author: S. N. Jalali
• Series: The House of Ibn Kathir (Book 3)
• Publisher: BlackStone House
• Format: Paperback
• Pages: 336
• Publish Year: 2025
• UPC: 9780956900074
• Weight: 375 g
• Size: 20 × 13 × 2.3 cm
• Recommended Age: 10 years and above

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FAQs

Q1: Is this book suitable for younger children?

It’s best suited for readers aged 10 and above who enjoy chapter books and adventure stories.

Q2: Do I need to read the first two books first?

Each story can be enjoyed on its own, but reading The Competition Begins and Year Captain first will enrich the experience.

Q3: Is this an Islamic story?

Yes — it features Muslim characters, Islamic themes, and moral lessons woven naturally into an exciting adventure.