The Clockwork Three by Matthew J. Kirby

Centered around three main characters, The Clockwork Three is a spellbinding tale of intrigue and mystery.  Frederick, a young apprentice to a clockmaker, is secretly building his own anamaton in hopes that he might one day be a journeyman, but can't figure out how to make his creation work.  When Hannah's father can no longer work and her mother has to stay home to take care of him, Hannah is employed as a maid at a hotel in order to help her family survive.  But when a mysterious stranger takes residence in the top floor, Hannah finds herself drawn into an adventure seeking a hidden treasure.  And when Giuseppe stumbles upon a green violin, will it help him break free from his oppressive padrone or guardian, and help him return to his Italian homeland?  Read The Clockwork Three to find out!