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  • Timeless

  • The Parasol Protectorate, the Fifth
  • By: Gail Carriger
  • Narrated by: Emily Gray
  • Length: 11 hrs and 25 mins
  • 4.7 out of 5 stars (2,801 ratings)

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Timeless

By: Gail Carriger
Narrated by: Emily Gray
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Publisher's summary

Alexia Tarabotti, Lady Maccon, has settled into domestic bliss. Of course, being Alexia, such bliss involves integrating werewolves into London High society, living in a vampire's second best closet, and coping with a precocious toddler who is prone to turning supernatural willy-nilly. Even Ivy Tunstell's acting troupe's latest play, disastrous to say the least, cannot put a damper on Alexia's enjoyment of her new London lifestyle.

Until, that is, she receives a summons from Alexandria that cannot be ignored. With husband, child, and Tunstells in tow, Alexia boards a steamer to cross the Mediterranean. But Egypt may hold more mysteries than even the indomitable Lady Maccon can handle. What does the vampire Queen of the Alexandria Hive really want from her? Why is the God-Breaker Plague suddenly expanding? And how has Ivy Tunstell suddenly become the most popular actress in all the British Empire?

©2012 Gail Carriger (P)2012 Hachette

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2010, Alex Award, Winner

2009, Publishers Weekly Best Books of the Year, Winner

"The world of Timeless is a unique recipe of steampunk and fantasy spiced with light sprinkling of romance. Its setting is rich for characters to romp about in, but the unbridled playfulness of the language and dialogue shines brightest."—Miami Herald

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Fabulous to the last

I love this series. It is fabulous down to the last book. It could have gone on forever and I would have loved it. Don't worry though, a booked called Prudence is out now and should be great fun.

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Enjoyable. Engaging action and humor.

I especially enjoyed Prudence and her 2 year old voice. The resolution was a satisfying climax.

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Excellent Series

Most fun and enjoyable set. I am looking forward to more books by Gail Carriger.

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AMAZING NARRATION

I originally read this on kindle and loved it but it’s even more enjoyable with the amazing narration

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Fantastic Fifth Installment

In the fifth Parasol Protectorate book, Alexia and family--and an entire acting troupe--make their way to Egypt at the invitation of a very ancient vampire queen. But they may also have ulterior motives for visiting as well. A fantastic and fun--and occasionally devastating--end to the Protectorate series.

The narrator, Emily Gray, is also wonderful as always. She does an exceptional job with all characters, even (and especially) the toddler Prudence.

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What made the experience of listening to Timeless the most enjoyable?

The reader's tremendous job made my experience of listening to Timeless most enjoyable.

Who was your favorite character and why?

I love so many of the characters for their many layers. My favorite character in this book of the series is Alexia for the culmination of her growth over the series.

Which scene was your favorite?

My favorite scene is when Alexia returns to the hotel after the kidnappers' second visit.

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Fabulous!!

If you could sum up Timeless in three words, what would they be?

Entertaining, Inventive, Elegant

Who was your favorite character and why?

Lady Maccon, for her sass

What about Emily Gray’s performance did you like?

The voices and characters, one can tell who is speaking by the way in which she speaks

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Definitely

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I really love this series!

What did you love best about Timeless?

The development of characters from the previous novels and the combination of genres, there's romance, action, mystery and humour.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Of course Alexia is fabulous, but there is such a well-balanced ensemble of characters that it really is too hard to pick.

Which scene was your favorite?

The fight scenes in the the Alexandria hive, or any with descriptions of Egypt.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

Something witty, I'm sure!

Any additional comments?

I'd love to see the earlier novels in this series recorded as audiobooks. I wouldn't recommend listening to them out of order.

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Wonderful Ending to Series

Loved the entire series. Hoping for more re adult Prudence and the retirement of Alexia and Connal.

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Wonderful series!

I’m eager to begin the next series and hear all of Prudence’s adventures. I thoroughly enjoyed the Parasol Protectorate! I highly recommend it. Just enough mystery, lots of humor and unexpected surprises.

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