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Time of Trial (The Laws of Magic #4)
by
Michael Pryor (Goodreads Author)
In thefourth book ofthis utterly addictive series, magical genius Aubrey Fitzwilliam is heading deep into the heart of enemy territoryluckily, withhis friends by his side
It may look like a simple wire device, but the Beccaria Cage could be the cure for Aubrey's condition: a way to reunite his body and soul. But can Aubrey solve its mysteries while Dr. Tremaine's warm
Paperback, 428 pages
Published
September 1st 2009
by Random House Australia
(first published 2009)
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This fourth instalment in the adventures of Aubrey, George and Caroline took me longer to get through then each of the previous ones did. I struggled to be absorbed in the unfolding story and found much of what happened to be so coincidental as to verge on the ridiculous. One aspect of Time of Trial that particularly disappointed me was the lack of any clear motivating plotline. The characters have a vague plan to confront their enemy (the vile Dr Mordecai Tremaine, intent on bringing the world...more
If you haven't yet discovered the Laws of Magic series by Michael Pryor, grab the first volume and start reading immediately. Set on an alternate, magic-wielding Earth in the years just prior to the start of WWI (or so we may infer from events), they follow the adventures of Aubrey Fitzwilliam, son of the Prime Minister of Albion, and his friends George Doyle and Caroline Hepworth. Although there are steampunk elements - zeppelins, magic, the English/Albionish setting - the series is characteris...more
Bukan Aubrey Fitzwilliam namanya kalo nggak terjebak dalam masalah. Kali ini buku dibuka dengan serangan pesawat sihir dari Holmland dan kemunculan mahasiswa pertukaran pelajar bernama Otto yang memberikan terobosan baru untuk menjawab masalah Aubrey yang rohnya selalu berada dalam kondisi hidup-mati akibat kecelakaan percobaan sihir yang berakibat fatal. Teknologi itu bernama Beccaria Cage, dan tapi apakah Beccaria Cage bisa menjawab persoalan Aubrey yang sangat pelik itu?
Suasana politik di Alb...more
Suasana politik di Alb...more
As a continuation of the YA steampunk/alternate history/fantasy series that I had previously enjoyed this continued the high standards of previous books. It had been a while since I had left the third book, however unlike my recent experiences with the larger Obernewtyn books I found that the characters and world returned to me rapidly. Whether that was an indication of the ease with which these novels incorporate their readers or the story telling ability of the writer I will not argue. All I k...more
Book 4 of this series sees main character Aubrey Fitzwilliam heading to dangerous Holmland, ready to protect his mother and hopefully help Albion to avoid war.
Aubrey, George & Caroline chase ghosts, form new alliances, renew old acquaintances, and get up to their usual shenanigans.
Even 4 books into the series, the charming language and general likeability of all of these characters is wonderful. This book picked up the pace, too, and started further developing the character relationships.
Aubrey, George & Caroline chase ghosts, form new alliances, renew old acquaintances, and get up to their usual shenanigans.
Even 4 books into the series, the charming language and general likeability of all of these characters is wonderful. This book picked up the pace, too, and started further developing the character relationships.
The fourth book in the Laws of Magic series doesn't disappoint. Michael Pryor's writing style is very witty and engaging. Aubrey has a plan to engage Dr Tremaine and so travels to Holmland with his friends hoping to avoid a war. Complications ensue and Aubrey finds himself on a ghost hunt with a difference.
Another book of Young Adult fiction. This is the fourth of the series and is very well written. Aubrey is a complex character and it's a joy to watch him grow in these books.
Another exciting adventure with Aubrey, Caroline & George. I liked that reading the blurb is no indication of where the book takes us. It contains many diversions and tangents that cause the trio many hiccups in their continuing quest to thwart Dr Tremaine's dastardly plans.
Good stuff Michael!
Good stuff Michael!
i really love these books but the background story line is a bit repetious
it was awesome
Dec 05, 2010
Melody Violine
marked it as to-read
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To tell you the truth I am rather getting sick of this series. With the first I belived I had found a treasure. But four books in things have barely advanced and the characters continuously find theselves back at where they began, if lucky, a few metres ahead.
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Michael Pryor's bio
I was born in Swan Hill, Victoria. I spent my childhood in country Victoria and Melbourne before moving to Geelong at the age of 10. I lived in Geelong until I went to university in Melbourne after secondary school.
I currently live in Melbourne with my wife Wendy and my two daughters Celeste and Ruby. I’ve worked as a drainer’s labourer, a truck driver, a bathroom accessories s...more
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I was born in Swan Hill, Victoria. I spent my childhood in country Victoria and Melbourne before moving to Geelong at the age of 10. I lived in Geelong until I went to university in Melbourne after secondary school.
I currently live in Melbourne with my wife Wendy and my two daughters Celeste and Ruby. I’ve worked as a drainer’s labourer, a truck driver, a bathroom accessories s...more
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